Dr. Lisa Belisle

Lose Weight, Gain Joy: Engage in Dietary Revival

By Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published March 13, 2008, The Maine Switch

Many of my otherwise healthy patients need to lose weight—by their own admission. When one tells me he is going on a “diet,” however, I cringe. “Dieting” usually involves significant food restrictions; sometimes even fasting. I have yet to see a patient who can stay with a restrictive diet for long. In my practice, I advocate eating enhancement: dietary revival rather than deprival.

Health and the Human Connection

By Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published March 2008, Parent & Family

My sister Emily is one of my best friends. I can say this today; it wasn’t always the case. Five years younger than me, Emily and I shared a room for much of my childhood. This was not ideal. My tow-headed sis needed the light on at night. Her toys always overflowed her half of the room (and the closet). She followed me around, and messed with my things. And I often had to take care of her.