Meal prepping is one of the most important tools a person can use in order to reach their weight goals. When I don’t have a plan then I usually open the refrigerator or the cabinets and I eat what is easiest, at eye level, and is not the best option for my health or my […]
Did you know that there are multiple medications for weight loss? But how do we determine which medication is best for which patient? Looking at my patient population, about one and six patients have the problem of appetite control, the rest have other problems. Those problems include poor satiety, dis-inhibition, hedonic eating, and stress eating. […]
The simple answer seems to be yes. Here are some statistics: 1. Those under 60 with Obesity and COVID-19 were twice as likely to be hospitalized. 2. A BMI > 40 is the second strongest independent predictor of hospitalization (age is first). 3. In China, those with Obesity had a 142% higher risk of developing […]
What other healthcare professionals call “Fat burning injections” (such as B12, HCG, MIC, etc), I strongly discourage. As a trained Obesity Medicine specialist, I encourage you not to fall for the scam. When looking for an Obesity Medicine specialist, look to see and even ask if they are a diplomat of the American Board of […]
Being overweight can be a huge struggle. It can be very hard to lose weight, and it is much harder for some people than others. The reason it is harder is not simple. It has to do with genetics, gut bacteria, upbringing, and how active you are. Regardless, obesity has become an epidemic and needs […]