Obesity is often a lifelong cycle, and breaking free from it can be a challenge. Children who grow up in homes with overweight or obese parents are more likely to struggle with excess weight as adults. Those who are overweight as children are more likely to struggle with obesity well into adulthood. During your medical…
Your workplace likely plays a pretty major role in your life. After considering the time you spend getting ready for work, your commute, and then the hours at the office followed by an evening of paperwork that made its way home with you, it may not be surprising for you to learn that the majority…
As the night continues and you grow more tired with each passing episode of late-night TV, maintaining a high level of will and motivation to stick with healthy habits becomes harder and harder. During your medical weight loss program, don’t let late-night hunger undo the progress you made during the day. Plan ahead to make…
Everyone needs support in some form. During your medical weight loss program, seek people in your social network who can act as a strong source of support. Having a good support network is associated with greater weight loss outcomes and reduced stress levels. Benefits of a Strong Support Network When you have a strong network…
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing practice that uses small needles to generate energy flow throughout the body. The needles target specific areas of the body that are associated with nerves, connective tissues and muscles. Regular use of acupuncture is associated with pain relief, reduced muscular tension and stress relief. Many corporations have introduced acupuncture…
Achieving medical weight loss requires a combination of lifestyle changes, including modifications to diet, exercise and attitude. Understanding your daily caloric intake and where those calories are coming from is a key part in developing healthier eating patterns. Some foods are naturally nutrient rich, like fresh fruits and vegetables. Items like sodas, alcohols and certain…
Filling your home with healthy foods is one of the best ways to stay on track during a medical weight loss program. When you shop healthy at the food store, it becomes easier to abide by your dietary plan as you create healthy meals and search through the pantry for snacks. Cookies, chips, ice cream—they…
“Eat breakfast like a prince, lunch like a king and dinner like a pauper.” These are the words of famed nutritionist Adelle Davis, whose advice still holds true today. This simple phrase breaks down the importance of meal size in conjunction with the timing of your meals. This dietary time-line advocates for a well-balanced breakfast,…
Every season brings new culinary splendors to our tables. Fruits and vegetables thrive at different points of the year. There are some vegetables that love the long hours of sunshine that come with summer, and others that handle the harsh cold temperatures of winter with gusto. Your medical weight loss program provides you with a…
How do you energize yourself for a workout after a long day? Some people reach for coffee, some for soda, and there are others who prefer munching on energy bars as they drive to the gym after work. As you lose weight, you may want to find healthier strategies for keeping your energy levels high…
