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How Much Weight Can You Lose in a Month?
In our tech-savvy society we’ve become even more used to getting results quickly. Demanding instant gratification is fine when you’re talking about a smartphone, but it’s not the best policy when it comes to weight loss. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Fad diets that promise large amounts of weight […]
The Importance of Post-Op Support Groups
Weight loss after surgery is exciting. You start to look and feel better (after the recovery period) and return to normal activities, as well as things you weren’t able to do before surgery. But after surgery the work isn’t over – it’s actually just beginning. Proper diet, exercise, and mental state are important to achieve […]
Second Chance At Life After Gastric Bypass
Ramona Edwards knows quite a lot about getting a second chance. Ramona Edwards – Gastric Bypass Story
How to Get Rid of Love Handles and Tummy Fat
“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Kyle Richards tells her secret…
Trainer Gained 70 Pounds To Help His Client Lose Weight—Is That Healthy?
Read more on how a trainer gained and lost 70 pounds to help inspire his client. The doctor weighs in…Read the whole story here…
Could Obesity Be Wired Into Some Children’s Brains?
A new study suggests that obese children may have difficulty resisting food because of how their brain is wired. Are children with obesity capable of controlling food cravings? Find out what the doctor told HealthDay News… Read the article here.
The Gastric Balloon on NBC News
Gastric Balloons are becoming increasingly popular as a major weight loss method. See it in the news…
The Body Shape That Protects Women From Diabetes
Is your shape hurting you? A new study shows that pear-shaped women are “significantly” less likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those with smaller hips, according to new research. The findings were presented at the American Society of Human Genetics’ annual meeting. The study traced the connection to a genetic variation carried by women […]
The advantages of seeing a Bariatric Surgeon
It should come as no surprise that obesity has become a national epidemic. Unfortunately, there is no single solution that will work for every person, and the answer may not be as simple as exercising more and eating less. This is why millions of patients have turned to experienced bariatric surgeons in order to take […]
Looking for new ideas on how to make your favorite foods healthier?
Katrina Haghighi, Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist “I may not be there yet, but I’m closer than I was yesterday.”-Tortoisebrare.net Here is an awesome low carbohydrate dish I got from BuzzFeed Food for cauliflower pizza! I like to add spinach and red peppers to top my version off. Cheese makes everything better, but watch out for those […]
