About Dr. Meltzer Barnet Meltzer, M.D., is a pioneer and well-known expert in the field of Preventive Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Clinical Nutrition. Dr. Meltzer owns the distinction of being the first medical doctor to enter the field of Preventive Medicine in Southern California, and is a board certified physician and surgeon with over 30 years of clinical experience as a practicing primary care physician. As the founder and Director of the Meltzer Wellness Institute (MWI), Dr. Meltzer is a leading authority in health, wellness, and metabolic nutrition. He has a well-deserved reputation as Southern California's #1 Wellness, Weight Loss, and Energy Coach.

Dr. Meltzer's credentials include graduating Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (the first Ivy League medical school). Upon graduating from medical school, Dr. Meltzer completed his internship at UCLA and served two years of surgical residency at the University of California Medical Center in San Diego (UCSD).

Since opening his medical clinic in 1972, Dr. Meltzer has developed an international following with people from all over the world seeking his consultation. His signature wellness programs go beyond the integration of Eastern and Western medicine, and draw on the most effective dimensions of health, wellness, and healing techniques from around the world—including Europe, South America, India, China, and the United States. These programs are designed to empower his patients with tools and strategies to promote a lifetime of wellness, vitality, happiness, and preventing disease. By incorporating the healing arts of the North, South, and East with scientific principles of modern Western medicine, Dr. Meltzer offers a dynamic blend that gives him an unparalleled edge in nutrition and health. This, coupled with extensive clinical experience—overseeing more than 60,000 patients in his career—has put Dr. Meltzer at the forefront of Preventive and Integrative Medicine.

Dr. Meltzer expanded on his eclectic approach to health and wellness when he was granted a scientific visa from the Colombian government in 1975. During this fact-finding expedition, he was able to study the lifestyle and living habits of remote villages in the Andes. It was here that he refined his expertise and philosophy on healthy lifestyles and preventing disease. Upon returning to California, Dr. Meltzer created a step-by-step nutritional detoxification program, which to this day remains a cornerstone to his wellness programs.

As the 21st century begins, we are all looking for effective alternatives to costly health care and the overwhelming physical concerns that face our aging nation. Dr. Meltzer believes “the least costly illness is the one that never occurs.” As a leading author, professor, and motivational speaker, he has created a variety of pioneering wellness programs that promote permanent weight loss, optimal health, anti-aging, and increased energy and vitality—keeping Dr. Meltzer at the leading edge of innovation in the field of health and wellness.

Dr. Meltzer has recently published The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss, an in-depth book that incorporates much of his knowledge that he has acquired over the past 40 years.

About The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss Dr. Meltzer has successfully helped thousands of people lose weight, keep it off, and never look back—and for the first time he’s revealing the secret behind his life-changing program.

The Meltzer Wellness Institute (MWI) announces the release of Dr. Barnet Meltzer’s latest book The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss. This innov-ative, self-empowering weight-loss guide takes the reader on a wellness journey that puts an end to the frustrating cycle of weight loss and recurrent weight gain. Dr. Meltzer demystifies the weight loss process and explains that losing weight and keeping it off doesn’t have to be a struggle—you just need to know the secret.

In this definitive guide to achieving long-term weight-loss results, Dr. Meltzer expands well beyond the conventional path of quick fix diets and temporary weight-loss solutions, to bring a fresh and invigorating perspective on what it takes to lose weight permanently. The purpose of the book is simple – to empower you with the tools and strategies to lose weight permanently, safely, and effectively. In essence, learn how to apply the best kept secret to permanent weight loss, and you can achieve and maintain your ideal weight!

In The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss, Dr. Meltzer explains that most weight loss programs fail because they do not focus on the metabolism, nor do they address the emotional and behavioral issues that lead to overeating, weight gain, and obesity. Dr. Meltzer’s program fully addresses these fundamental issues and explores how the extraordinary advances that have been made in metabolic nutrition are changing the way we live. In this highly anticipated book, Dr. Meltzer details a whole new world of reliable weight-loss strategies that will help you outsmart the most common obstacles that stand in the way of your permanent weight loss goals.

Dr. Meltzer’s new book The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss will reveal:

How to naturally and permanently fire up your metabolism to effectively burn fats and carbohydrates, so you can keep your weight in check with ease.

How to distinguish between your appetite and hunger, so you can overcome emotional overeating and outfox cravings, temptations and impulsiveness.

How to Feed Your Mind, Feed Your Heart and Feed Your Soul—as an alternative to filling yourself with food—for successful, sustained weight loss.

The Golden Rules of Smart Eating How to identify Smart Foods endowed with metabolically stimulating nutrients How to overcome the eight most common food swings How to develop the necessary inner strengths of permanent weight loss: Mind Power, Soul

Power, and Mood Power

Testimonials Dr. Barnet Meltzer has created a devoted following of clients ranging from Olympic athletes, celebrities, and authors to businessmen, homemakers, and students. Dr. Meltzer is also a sought after medical consultant to the Nutriceutical and Fitness Industry, T.V. and media, as well as countless corporations and Preventive Medicine organizations. The testimonials below speak volumes about Dr. Meltzer and his programs.

“Dr. Meltzer’s wellness programs can make the difference between a life of vitality and wellness or one of disease. His wellness programs will empower you with a step-by-step formula to develop the strategies, technique, and skills to strengthen your body, enrich your immune system, and enhance the quality of your life. He can teach you how to become a champion in your own life. He has helped me and thousands of others.” - Carl Lewis, 10 time Olympic Champion

“I was amazed at how easy it was to lose weight and improve my health, once I had the right game plan. Dr. Meltzer's Program is designed to create a lifetime and a lifestyle of wellness. Not only did Dr. Meltzer help me lose weight, but I feel more prepared, both physically and mentally, to handle life’s challenges and decisions. His tested Wellness Plan and Permanent Weight Loss Program works. I feel more energized, calm, more centered, and more serene than ever.” - Dick Enberg, CBS & ESPN Sportscaster

“Dr. Meltzer demystifies the weight loss process, and teaches you everything you need to know to lose your excess weight and keep it off. Not only does Dr. Meltzer give you an easy to follow nutritional plan to lose your excess weight, but he shows you how to tap into the power of your mind, heart, and soul to achieve permanent results.” - Marci Shimoff, Keynote Speaker & Bestselling Author

“Seeing Dr. Meltzer was the best thing I ever did! Prior to seeing Dr. Meltzer, I had a really difficult time trying to losing weight. Once I started Dr. Meltzer’s program I noticed an immediate difference. Not only did my excess weight start coming off much easier, but I was amazed at how much energy I had. So far I’ve lost 25 pounds, I’m much happier, and I feel great!” - Stephanie R., Office Manager

“Prior to seeing Dr. Meltzer I had tried all kinds of weight loss programs and diets and could never maintain any long-term results. Counting calories never worked for me, and it became clear on Dr. Meltzer’s program that it was the type and quality of food I was eating that made all of the difference in the world. His program also empowered me with tools to overcome unhealthy attachments to foods that I had developed over several decades. Dr. Meltzer is brilliant and inspiring and has helped me lose over 50 pounds.” - Bert T. Jazz Bass Musician

About the Meltzer Wellness Institute A pioneer in health and wellness, Dr. Barnet Meltzer has one of the longest running medical clinics in Southern California. In his extensive career, Dr. Meltzer has seen more than 60,000 patients and conducted nearly 200,000 consultations.

As a board certified medical doctor, Dr. Meltzer fulfills the role of a traditional primary care physician, but with an emphasis on addressing the whole person and not just the condition. He sees patients for everything from the common cold and arthritis, to diabetes and heart disease. Dr. Meltzer incorporates a multi-dimensional and natural approach to wellness, anti-aging, and preventing disease. His program features nutritional, emotional, and spiritual healing techniques designed to engage his patients to become more active in their own healing process and resolve the root cause of their ailments.

Since opening his practice in the vibrant community of San Diego in 1972, Dr. Meltzer’s mission has been to empower his patients with tools and strategies to achieve long-term vitality, wellness, and happiness. Passionate about expanding the reach and scope of this mission, Dr. Meltzer has launched the Meltzer Wellness Institute (MWI) in 2009. MWI represents an evolution of Dr. Meltzer’s extensive clinical experience and decades of research, offering resources and coaching programs that extend far beyond the typical doctor-patient relationship. Through its signature wellness programs and interactive, online community, MWI provides a wealth of valuable information and resources on health and wellness that, for the first time, are accessible outside of Dr. Meltzer’s patient consultations. These resources include inspirational, motivational, and educational tools to guide people to be rich in life and achieve their wellness goals.

As part of the growth and extension of MWI, Dr. Meltzer is proud to announce that his son, Jordan Meltzer, will serve as the President of the institute. In addition to bringing a strong business background to the venture—including six years of investment banking and private equity investment experience with Goldman Sachs and Friedman, Fleischer & Lowe—Jordan is pursuing his Ph.D in Integrated Health Sciences, and is integrally involved in the development and expansion of the institute’s wellness programs.

MWI’s Coaching Programs MWI offers many life enhancing wellness programs. These customized programs are designed to help patients lose weight permanently, increase their energy and vitality, slow the aging process, and prevent disease.

Permanent Weight Loss – This innovative, self-empowering, and life-changing weight loss program is based on Dr. Meltzer’s new book, The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss. In addition to the book, MWI offers a CD program, online video e-course, and personalized coaching services for additional guidance and support.

Rich in Life, Rich in Health, Energy & Wellness Program – This unique wellness program packages the best of Dr. Meltzer’s secrets on naturally increasing your energy and vitality, slowing the aging process, and preventing disease into an actionable, simple to follow wellness plan. Personalized coaching services are available with a new book and online e-course coming soon.

MWI’s Consultation Services: Dr. Meltzer retains a thriving consultation practice in Del Mar, California, where he offers a variety of services as a primary care physician and Wellness, Weight Loss, and Energy Coach.

Alternative Care – Patients often seek out Dr. Meltzer when looking for an alternative therapy to using drugs or surgery.

Complementary / Integrative Care – Dr. Meltzer has extensive experience integrating natural healing techniques and lifestyle changes with traditional medicine to individualize optimal health care for each of his patients.

Preventive Care – Dr. Meltzer works with his patients to be well and stay well. This includes helping them achieve their ideal weight, stay healthy, increase their energy and vitality, and prevent disease.

MWI’s Workshops: Dr. Meltzer is an engaging speaker who offers a wide variety of seminars and retreats that cater to his clientele of all ages and backgrounds. Some of the more exciting programs include:

Energy Millionaire Seminar The Best Kept Secret to Permanent Weight Loss Seminar 10 Rules of High Performance Living Facing 40, Fighting 50, Thriving at 60 Seminar Series Women’s Health Issues Seminar Series Men’s Health Issues Seminar Series

Press/Media Dr. Barnet Meltzer is a wealth of information on health and wellness issues and speaks eloquently on topics ranging from stress reduction, weight loss, and anti-aging, to meditation, metabolic nutrition, and willpower. Because of his extensive expertise and ability to educate the general public on health and nutrition issues, Dr. Meltzer is frequently quoted in the press and appears in print and on television shows. Dr. Meltzer has been featured in the following media:

Magazines / Newspapers Wall Street Journal Shape Publisher’s Weekly Redbook San Diego Magazine San Diego Union Tribune Men’s Health

T.V. British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Sun-up San Diego (CBS affiliate) Medical Consultant for News ♦ ABC affiliate ♦ Fox affiliate ♦ KUSI, channel 9

“Life in California” (Channel 4) Medical advisor for Gunthy Renker, and collaboration with Lindsay Wagner and Denise

Austin for infomercials and live QVC

Radio Stations Dr. Meltzer has appeared on hundreds of radio stations across the country. Additionally, he has been featured frequently on the following local and regional radio stations:

1090 XX Sports Radio KoGo KFMB KCEO KyXy