The virus can cause mild to severe respiratory illness, and those with underlying health conditions and compromised immune systems are at the greatest risk for a severe case.  One of those conditions is obesity, a condition that affects 42.4 percent of U.S. adults in 2020.  Obesity has serious health consequences...

The end of Daylight Saving Time is fast approaching, I always look forward to this day because I love that extra hour! This year, Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends on November 1 at 2:00 AM. It was originally suggested by Benjamin Franklin, who was the American delegate to France, as...

Post-Bariatric Surgery Gallstones | If you are a weight-loss patient who has a history of gallstones, or is concerned about developing gallstones following your surgery, consult with your physician regarding treatments that can help prevent the formation of gallstones. What are gallstones? Gallstones are small, pebble-like formations that develop in...

Now, thanks to the Internet – and social media, in particular, finding weight-loss support is far easier than it ever was in the past, especially now that we can connect with others who have both struggled and succeeded with losing weight.  In recent years, a number of medical studies have...

Quitting smoking now can greatly reduce your risk for cancer and early mortality, and can even improve your overall quality of life. If you’re about to undergo bariatric surgery, quitting smoking is more important than ever, especially since quitting smoking will drastically lower your risk for complications during and after...

Not only have you taken that giant step toward making your stomach smaller through surgery, but you have also committed to making long-term lifestyle changes in terms of diet and exercise that will help you lose weight and stay healthy for years to come.  Weight-loss surgery is just your first...

Stress Reduction | Stress can lead to high blood pressure, headaches, problems with sleeping, heart disease, and even weight gain. Studies have shown that people who are able to limit and reduce their stress levels are far more successful at losing weight and keeping it off long-term. While mild levels...

How To Improve Your Mood | Not only can being overweight make you feel physically uncomfortable, but excess body weight can also lead to major health problems including type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, joint pain, and even hormone imbalance, which can result in mood swings, irritability, and depression. On...

Hypoglycemia Post Surgery | Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar, can be triggered by a number of different health factors; such as type 2 diabetes, excessive alcohol intake, the use of medications, and other illnesses that affect the production of insulin. In most cases, hypoglycemia is a major side...