The Galveston Diet

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Mary Claire Haver, MD, specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. She received her Culinary Medicine Specialist certification at Tulane University, and is the mind behind the Galveston Diet, a program which has helped more than 100,000 women achieve their health goals.

Chronic inflammation, often linked to conditions like type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s, can worsen during midlife due to declining estrogen levels, especially when combined with a high-inflammatory diet. The Galveston Diet combats this by eliminating pro-inflammatory foods, emphasizing anti-inflammatory options, and incorporating intermittent fasting, specifically the 16:8 method. This approach not only aids in weight loss and reduced inflammation but also supports hormonal balance and cognitive health. After completing the six-week meal plan, the maintenance phase, Galveston Diet for Life, encourages sustainable habits like intermittent fasting, adjusting macronutrient ratios, and diversifying meals with anti-inflammatory ingredients. Recipes such as Mary Claire’s Smoothie, Hard-Boiled Egg with Avocado, and Chicken and BLT Wrap offer practical, nutrient-rich options. The diet’s final pillar, macronutrient tracking, shifts the body’s energy reliance from glucose to fat by limiting carbs to 10% while prioritizing healthy fats and protein. Though the transition may cause temporary side effects, staying hydrated and consuming electrolyte-rich foods can ease the process, ensuring a smoother adaptation to this balanced, health-focused lifestyle.

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