If you’ve been thinking more about your health as summer approaches—but don’t know where to begin—you’re not alone. In this recent Great Day St. Louis segment, Dr.…
Tag: Healthy living
Stalled Out? Understanding and Navigating Weight Loss Plateaus
Have you hit a weight loss plateau? Good news: this is completely normal.
Minding Your Mental Wellness
It takes a lot of courage to embark on a weight loss journey. I can attest to this myself in more ways than one. In my…
Understanding Your Metabolism
When discussing obesity and weight loss, the subject of metabolism always comes up. We will explain what metabolism is and how your basal metabolic rate…
“What does weight loss surgery feel like?”
If you are pursuing weight loss surgery to treat obesity, you may be wondering how you will feel throughout the process. You might be curious about…
Live, Laugh, & Love Exercise!
When I was a kid, I absolutely loved watching game shows on TV like “Wheel of Fortune” and “The Price is Right.” So, when my older…
Insulin Resistance: A Self-Fueling Fire
Each patient who walks through the doors of our clinic is unique, but many of them have similar experiences with weight gain and the frustration of getting…
Learning to Listen to Your Body
“What does it mean to listen to your body?” “Listening” can mean hearing sounds like a growling stomach, but what it really means is overall…
Accountability Can Lead to Success
Learn to Count On YOURSELF – How a System of Accountability Can Lead to Success! When you are feeling motivated and excited to make healthy lifestyle…
The Economics of the Obesity Epidemic
“How much does obesity cost?” The incidence of obesity in the US is currently around 40%, and it’s estimated that by 2030, about half of…
Become a Protein “Pro!”
Whether you are going through bariatric surgery or a non-surgical weight loss program, you’ve very likely been told to prioritize protein sources in your nutrition. It can…
Put your HEART into it!
Live BETTER, not just longer! “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”…