Dr. Shukhman reviewing labs with a patient If you live in Calabasas or the surrounding communities and you're paying any attention to what's happening in medicine right now, you've heard about GLP-1 medications. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound. You've probably seen the weight-loss headlines and the before-and-after photos. What you may not have heard, and what I want to talk about in this post, is that the medical community is starting to look at GLP-1s in a very differen

You're doing everything right. You've swapped processed foods for whole foods. You're cooking more, snacking less, and perhaps even tracking your meals. You're moving your body regularly. Yet, the scale either won't budge or is creeping in the wrong direction. This situation often starts with confusion. Then comes frustration. Finally, that quiet, deflating thought: maybe something is wrong with me. In our experience, that instinct is often correct. Weight Loss Isn't Just a W

Metabolic breath testing measures VO2 Max, resting metabolic rate, and fuel burning — three things standard labs miss. Dr. Shukhman tested himself with the PNOĒ system and improved his VO2 Max by 10 points after targeted adjustments. This post covers what the test measures, what to expect, and who benefits most. Includes a real patient example and FAQ. Available at White Olive in Woodland Hills, serving Calabasas and surrounding cities.