Foster Medical

Dr. Foster’s Tip of the Week 🧬🩺

Dr. Foster is a big fan of an alternating protocol using MOTS-c and SS-31 peptides as part of a personalized longevity and wellness strategy… but why? 🤔

These peptides are being studied for their potential to support mitochondrial health, the tiny powerhouses inside our cells that produce the energy our bodies rely on every day.🔋👍🏼

As we age, mitochondrial function naturally declines, which may influence energy levels, recovery, metabolism, and overall wellness. Supporting healthy mitochondrial function is one reason Dr. Foster often incorporates this peptide protocol into personalized treatment plans for appropriate patients.

While research continues to evolve, mitochondrial peptides represent one of the most exciting areas of regenerative and longevity medicine. If you’ve been looking for ways to optimize your health beyond simply treating symptoms, peptide therapy may be worth exploring with your healthcare provider.

📍 Foster Medical Clinic
670 Perimeter Dr
Lexington, KY 40517

📲 859-300-6006

🍃✍🏼 Health Coach Tip of the Week 🍃✍🏼

When it comes to nutrition, it is not just about how much protein you eat, but how effectively your body can use it. One of the key drivers of that process is leucine.

Leucine is an essential amino acid that plays a central role in activating muscle protein synthesis, supporting cellular repair, helping regulate blood sugar, and maintaining lean muscle mass over time. Adequate intake becomes especially important with aging, during fat loss phases, and for overall metabolic health support.💫🧡

You can find leucine-rich foods in a variety of everyday protein sources, including chicken breast, lean beef, pork, white fish like tuna and yellowtail, as well as plant-based options like tofu, soybeans, tempeh, black beans, pumpkin seeds, and dairy sources such as cottage cheese.

Consistently including high-quality protein sources throughout the day can help support strength, recovery, and long-term metabolic function.💪🏼😌

If you are unsure whether you are getting enough protein or how to balance it for your goals, our health coaching program can help you build a plan that actually fits your lifestyle.

What is your go-to protein source?👇🏼

📍 Foster Medical Clinic
670 Perimeter Dr
Lexington, KY 40517

📲 859-300-6006

Men’s Health Awareness Month 💙🩺

The men who take care of everyone else often take care of themselves last.

The husband.
The dad.
The grandfather.
The provider.
The friend everyone calls when they need help.

This Men’s Health Awareness Month, we want to remind the men in our community that your health matters too.

Preventive care isn’t about looking for problems. It’s about protecting your future, maintaining your quality of life, and staying healthy enough to keep doing what you love.

Don’t wait until something feels wrong to make your health a priority.

📍 Foster Medical Clinic
670 Perimeter Dr
Lexington, KY 40517

📲 859-300-6006