Like most of us, David had a rough 2020. Cut off from friends and most physical activities, the first grader played less and snacked more. And after nine months of the pandemic lifestyle, he’d gained enough weight that his mom, Frances, decided to take him to the doctor for a check-up.

What she learned scared her: David’s liver was already showing signs of stress from his diet, which for years had included too much soda and not nearly enough fruits and vegetables. And with his family history of Type 2 diabetes and hypertension, he was facing a lifetime of health problems.

Then they met with Dr. Pisharody. Over two appointments, she went beyond explaining the importance of healthy eating and exercise to help them put a plan in place for making the change. And Frances and David got to work. She started shopping differently. He cut out sugar—completely. And after two months David lost 10 pounds, his liver rebounded completely and he had more energy than ever before. “David is so much happier,” Frances says. “We’re so thankful to Dr. Pisharody.”