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 »
With so many of us experiencing curtailed exercise routines (we are sorely missing group workouts and our gyms!), it’s no wonder that COVID weight gain memes dominated 2020.. While finding new ways to keep up your exercise routine is important, there are also some lower-effort ways you can help keep your weight in check. 1…. 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 »
There is a common misconception that overweight people are “well-fed,” but this is a dangerous (and insensitive) assumption. While it may sound counterintuitive, many people who are significantly overweight are actually malnourished, meaning they don’t get enough nutrients from their diet. In an effort to lose weight, these patients often focus their efforts on reducing… Continue Reading »
A recent study published in the Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Obesity journal reveals that testosterone injections may be effective in treating obesity in men—but is it a viable alternative to weight loss surgery? To answer this question, we reviewed the study’s 11 years of data, plus additional literature on the science behind weight… 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 »
Getting regular exercise is an important factor in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. But for many of us, the thought of exercising in a giant mirror-filled room full of chiseled strangers is frankly terrifying. Even the idea of jogging along a busy street or taking a yoga class can be intimidating, especially for those… Continue Reading »
Have you ever thought to yourself, “why couldn’t I just gain that weight in my boobs?” If you’re like millions of American women, you’ve pondered why you tend to lose weight in certain areas while it won’t budge from other, less desirable places. Byrdie recently broke down the weight loss struggle for us—and we thought… Continue Reading »
