The Life Engine Journal
Clear medical education for real life.
Understand the information that matters and ask better questions about your health.
The Life Engine Journal is where Dr. Dere translates cardiometabolic science into practical, plain-language education.
The goal is not to overwhelm you with more health information. It is to help you understand the information that matters and ask better questions about your health.
Topics we'll explore
A1c & Prediabetes
What the numbers mean and what questions to ask next.
Obesity Treatment
How modern evidence-based obesity care works.
GLP-1–Based Medications
Benefits, limitations, and safety considerations.
Cardiovascular Risk
What risk estimates mean and how they can support decisions.
ApoB & Lipoprotein(a)
When additional lipid information may matter.
Fatty Liver Disease
Understanding metabolic liver health.
Sleep Apnea
The connection between sleep and cardiometabolic health.
Muscle & Strength
Why strength and lean mass matter during weight management.
Blood Pressure
Home monitoring, technique, and understanding trends.