About Jerry Ryan, Ph.D. Expertise I have a Doctorate in Natural Health and I am well-versed in a wide range of topics within that field. I teach individuals and group classes on nutrition, diet, nutritional supplements, juicing, fasting, exercise, aromatherapy, herbs, massage, meditation, relaxation techniques, stress management, anti-aging, etc. However, I am not a physician and cannot diagnose conditions or prescribe treatments/medication. But, I can make recommendations and refer you to appropriate information sources for the proper courses of action.
Experience Prior to my education as a Doctor of Natural Health, I worked for over 20 years as a member of the trauma/transplant surgical teams at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, the Oregon Health Sciences University Hospital, and other facilities from coast-to-coast. I also have extensive training in exercise and nutrition, having trained for over 20 years as a bodybuilder and martial artist. I have been taught by Taekwondo coaches from the Olympics and Black Belt Hall of Fame members and I have trained with athletes from the World Wrestling Federation.
Organizations I belong to the American Nutriceutical Association and Health Innovators International. I also belong to the local Chamber of Commerce, Rotary International, and the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks.
Publications Black Belt magazine; Inside Kung Fu magazine; Paraplegia News / PN Magazine; The Accord, the Journal of Spinal Cord Injuries Australia
Education/Credentials I have a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree, and a Ph.D. degree in Natural Health. I have served as a member of the Alternative Medicine Advisory Board for the Veterans Administration Network 20; I have been a member on the Institutional Review Board for Portland VA Medical Center; I have also served as a member of the PVA Education Foundation Board based in Washington, DC.; I am currently a Trainer for Healthy Lifestyles for the Disabled through the Oregon Office on Disability & Health.
Awards and Honors Who’s Who in the West, 1992; Who’s Who for Business Professionals, 2004
Past/Present Clients Guest speaker at Nike World Headquarters, 2004
Question Hi, I am 13 years old and I weigh only 100 lbs. I broke my collar bone 3weeks ago, and the doctor said I could start jogging in about another week. I am pretty skinny and I want to put on at least 15-20lbs over the summer, but I don't want it to be fat, I want it to be muscle. What is a good nutritional diet for me right now since I can't do much? And what is a good way to put on the muscle I want this summer once I get better?
Answer For muscle, you need protein. Eating lean meat like turkey (not fatty chesseburgers) and eating peanut butter are good sources. Nuts and beans are other good ways to get protein as is eating non-fat or low-fat dairy products like cottage cheese.
Once you get better, weight lifting will pack on the muscle while you eat the protein. Work on your upper body one day and your lower body the next day. Always give your body at least 24 hours of recovery time before you work the same muscles again.
Thanks for your question, Justin. I hope that my answer was helpful.
