Hello There!
I am Dr. Isabel Casimiro (MuD PhuD Mama), mother of 2, wife and Endocrinologist practicing in Hawai’i.
In medical school they call those who have both M.D. and PhD degrees “Mud Phud’s,” Hence, I go by MuDPhuD* Mama.
Metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity are on the rise, especially in people of color/minorities. My goal is to explain how metabolic disease develops and what we can do to prevent it, reverse it, and keep it well controlled if we already have it. The ancient principle “Let Food Be Thy Medicine and Medicine Be Thy Food” coined by Hippocrates circa 400 BC, has never been more relevant. While medications are necessary for various health issues, addressing the cause of metabolic dysfunction is key to preventing disease and keeping it at bay. Healthy eating is the most important actionable measure you can take to improve your health.
In my blog posts I will help you unravel the relationship between inflammatory foods and their effect on the metabolic and nervous system. I invite you to join our community and share healthy nourishing recipes!
*MuDPhuD: Academic slang used to describe those having dual MD/PhD doctorate degrees.
What is an Endocrinologist?
You Do Not Have to Sacrifice Cultural Values to Eat Healthy.
- Choose natural healthy ingredients to make traditional dishes.
- Swap refined bleached flours for natural whole flours such as cassava, oat or almond flour.
- Choose healthier oils like extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil or coconut oil. Seed oils such as canola oils are inflammatory.
- Always have healthy snacks at the ready; The more of the good stuff you eat, the less of the bad stuff you will crave.
- Learn how to eat carbohydrates.
What We Eat Plays a Major Role in the Development of Metabolic Disease.
As an Endocrinologist, I see patients with Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypertension and cardiovascular disease every day. A majority of these patients do not realize how important food has been in worsening their disease processes. Unfortunately, physicians receive very little training on nutrition. We give patients medications -and while these help; They do not address the root of the problem. Actively participating in managing our health means making healthy choices every day. Of course having an occasional treat is not itself bad, and we cannot change our genetics, but we can do something about what we put into our bodies on a daily basis. Realizing why this is important and presenting these concepts in ways that are easy to understand is why I created this site.
Inflammatory Foods and Children.
The connection between the gut and the brain has been widely established in the scientific literature, but dietary guidelines are not usually included in medical therapy plans. This is true in the pediatric setting as well. As a mother and medical professional, I created this website with two purposes: One is to provide important endocrine health metabolism information because that is my expertise, and the second is to reach others with neurosensitive children in their lives who do not yet know how diet can impact their well-being (metabolic but also cognition and behavioral!). Let’s motivate each other and share recipes that are wholesome and healthy in order to nourish our body and mind!
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As a Doctor and Mom, MuDPhuD Mama Offers Relatable Insights on Hormones, Metabolism, and Nutrition.
In medical school, those pursuing both M.D. and Ph.D. degrees are often known as “MudPhud’s.” As both a trained scientist and medical doctor, I bring a dual perspective that lets me translate complex science into clear, practical guidance for your health. As a practicing endocrinologist and a mother of two, this “MudPhud Mama” is here to break down endocrine (hormone-related) topics in an understandable, relatable way.
Metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes and obesity are rising, especially in communities of color. My mission is to explain how these conditions develop and share strategies for prevention, management, and even reversal. Hippocrates’ advice, “Let food be thy medicine,” is more relevant than ever; In this blog, we’ll explore how food choices affect your metabolic and nervous systems, share healthy recipes, and cover key hormone topics that impact your daily life.
-Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD
aka MuDPhuD Mama
What We Eat Plays a Major Role in the Development of Metabolic Disease
As an endocrinologist, I see patients with type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease regularly. Most don’t realize how much their diet has impacted their health. While medications help, they don’t address the root of the problem. Actively managing our health means making healthy choices every day—even if occasional treats are fine, and genetics are beyond our control the choices we make around food on a regular basis matter. I created this site to share simple, practical ways to understand why nutrition matters and to empower you to make healthier decisions.
Inflammatory Foods and Children
The powerful connection between the gut and brain is well-established in scientific research, yet dietary guidance is often overlooked in medical care—even in pediatrics. As both a mother and a healthcare professional, I see this as a missed opportunity, especially for parents of neuro-sensitive kids. That’s why I created this site—to provide trustworthy information on nutrition and health. Our diet affects our well-being on every level: metabolic, cognitive, and behavioral. Together, let’s inspire each other with science-backed insights and share wholesome recipes to support both body and mind.
