Losing weight comes with many benefits. Most people already have a good understanding of how weight impacts important health markers such as cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure. As a person loses weight, they usually start to notice other benefits they hadn't imagined like fitting into seats...
Watching videos online or television shows about weight loss can be totally inspiring. However, they can also put a lot of pressure on an overweight or obese person to engage in activities they’re not ready for, simply to lose weight faster. There is no way a...
When someone experiences extreme weight loss, especially in a short amount of time, they usually expect to love their new body. What they may not expect, however, is to be left with noticeably loose, sagging skin. Making the decision to lose a substantial amount of weight...
Obesity rates are still on the rise. Even with all the education being provided online, in print, and on television regarding health and weight loss, many people are still plagued with this serious condition. It’s not that the people dealing with obesity aren’t trying to lose...
Many people believe that bariatric surgery is the end-all for patients dealing with obesity. Once they have the surgery, they’ll lose weight quickly and never have to worry about their weight again. Really, though, this is far from the truth. There are many lifestyle changes that...
Anyone considering weight loss surgery is most likely receiving advice from their doctor, but they are also probably doing plenty of research themselves. Having a thorough understanding of what weight loss surgery entails as well as the patient’s responsibilities after the surgery is critical. After all,...
I had a blast on KHOU’s Great Day Houston hosted by Deborah Duncan for a segment of Medical Monday. I was joined by Dr. Raza Pasha (Otolaryngology), Dr.Melissa O’Toole (Radiologist) and Dr. De Ramus (Chiropracter). We had a great audience turn out and I thoroughly enjoyed...
By now, you have probably heard about the FitBit. It seems like in the last few years they have gotten getting increasingly popular. A FitBit is a physical activity tracker designed to help you become more active, eat a more well-rounded diet, sleep better and...