The rumors about the benefits of coconut oil as a dietary supplement have led to trends like stirring coconut-derived oil into coffee, putting coconut oil into smoothies, and subbing out coconut oil for butter and olive oil for cooking. But you may wonder if coconut oil—a high-fat substance itself—can live up to claims of reducing… Continue Reading »
With so many options out there, we know it can be overwhelming to decide whether or not a specific diet would be beneficial to you. It is important to understand your body as well as the objective of a diet to know if it’s the right one, especially if you have been diagnosed with GI… Continue Reading »
An interesting new study by the University of Helsinki has found that small genetic differences can affect a body’s ability to utilize energy from various nutrients. This suggests that personalized nutritional planning based on an individual’s genetic data could be used to promote improved health. In this international study, researchers from Australia, Denmark and Finland… Continue Reading »
Losing weight is no easy feat. For those working full time or taking care of families, it can be challenging to find time to go to the gym and cook a nutritious meal. Since making diet and lifestyle changes can be so difficult, many Americans turn to dietary weight loss supplements to achieve their weight… Continue Reading »
The keto diet, which emphasizes eating fats and eliminating carbs, continues to be touted by many as a weight loss solution. However, little research has been done to substantiate claims of long-term weight loss on a keto diet, and eating keto can carry some serious health risks. We believe that the keto diet should be… Continue Reading »
After weight loss surgery, many patients experience a decrease in the amount of vitamin B12 that their bodies can absorb. Vitamin B12 is essential for a number of different bodily functions and is needed to help you adapt to the changes in diet, exercise, and activity you’ll have to make following your surgery. In this… Continue Reading »
It’s well-known that obesity can cause a myriad of health problems for those who suffer from it, but did you know that it can also increase one’s risk of contracting the coronavirus? In this post, we examine the correlation between obesity and COVID-19, and how weight loss surgery can help. Let’s dive in. Obesity and… Continue Reading »
Surgery is often that first significant boost in motivation that helps someone commit to their health and wellness, and exercise is an integral part in ongoing self-care. At Surgical Arts of Inland Empire, we encourage our patients to maintain and even enhance their results through exercise. But during a pandemic that has us changing the… Continue Reading »
You’ve probably heard of people losing weight and experiencing other health benefits through intermittent fasting. Perhaps you’ve even considered trying it. An increasingly popular form of intermittent fasting is the One Meal a Day (OMAD) diet in which you only eat one meal per day. We know what you’re thinking—is that healthy? The answer is… Continue Reading »
As we learn more about the effects of marijuana, more and more people are viewing it as a natural option for treating or managing a number of health conditions and symptoms. From helping alleviate chronic pain to improving anxiety or depression, this somewhat controversial plant has been thrust into the spotlight as an effective medicine… Continue Reading »
