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Does it ever seem as if you are spending a fortune on marketing costs, yet you don’t feel…
As a compassionate health care provider, this proven method of growing your weight loss practice may not be…
Sarcopenic obesity could lead to adverse health outcomes in the elderly. As we age, our body composition naturally…
The obesity paradox may be related to body composition. The risk of developing heart failure is increased…
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A recently approved F.D.A. drug delays the onset of Type 1 diabetes. Approximately 1.5 million Americans have been…
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Recession or not, it can be easy to give in to all of the negativity you hear on…
Men with higher levels of abdominal adipose tissue are at greater risk of fertility problems. For patients with…
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Originally, this blog was titled ‘The Art of Delegation for a Thriving Weight Loss Practice’. However, rather than…
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Your e-mail list is one of the most important, yet often under-utilized assets you have in your weight…
Managing gestational weight gain in women with can improve pregnancy outcomes. Among women of reproductive age, it is…
Social media for your weight loss practice doesn’t have to be confusing, expensive, or overwhelming. Attract more patients…
The ‘fresh start effect’ — a temporal landmark that signifies a notable life event — could be beneficial…
Whether perceived or real, problems can wreak havoc in your weight loss practice. If you desire more instinctive…
Shifts in expectations are affecting consumer decisions in nearly every industry, including health care. This is especially true…
For women with obesity, there is an increased chance of developing rheumatoid arthritis, especially for those who present…
Predictive metrics can positively impact your weight loss practice business performance and patient outcomes. It’s time to not…
There is growing evidence to suggest that consideration should be given to cognitive function as a risk factor…
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Pulmonary issues are common among people with obesity — with even more severe outcomes for patients with COPD.…
Personality traits are associated with a range of health outcomes, including obesity. While many groups share similar interests…
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Research continues to demonstrate the effect of a mother’s weight on her offspring. The link between a mother’s…
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Weight loss programs can have a tremendous positive impact on patients’ wellbeing and the health care system, even…
Most Americans experience back pain at some point in their lives, but the likelihood is significantly higher in…
The link between obesity and various types of cancer is well-researched, and there is some evidence that there…
Ever feel like you are working really hard but not seeing the progress you desire? Do you worry…
The bond between a mother and child is unique, and children often adopt their mother’s behaviors. For parents…
Without a marketing plan for your weight loss practice, you have a higher risk of attracting the wrong…
Men with obesity can experience a negative association with bone mineral density even more so than women. Although…
Whether you are starting a weight loss practice from the ground up or striving to grow your existing…
Falls are the leading cause of injuries and accidental deaths for people over the age of 65, and…
A higher body mass index is associated with an increased risk for urinary tract infections and pyelonephritis, particularly…
One of the best ways to stand out in a crowd and attract your ideal patients is by…
Many people do not realize the importance of skin care, which, if overlooked, can lead to a variety…
It can be difficult to compete with the price of weight loss products at big box stores. However,…
Emotional eating can create a negative cycle and potentially lead to weight gain. Many people seek to soothe…
A culture of personal responsibility and team ownership in your weight loss practice isn’t something you can mandate…
When temperatures drop sharply, the incidence of ischemic stroke significantly increases. This winter has produced frequent periods of…
Focusing on the needs of the weight loss patients you serve is one of the most effective ways…
A recent article suggests that the long held view on what causes obesity is inherently flawed. A recent…
Cardiomyopathy is exacerbated by obesity, and patients with severe obesity are at high risk. Cardiomyopathy, a disease of…
If you find you are spending a lot of time and money on social media for your weight…
Tired of slow-moving product sales in your weight loss practice? Here are some great ways to remedy this…
People with obesity have twice the risk of developing venous thromboembolism, and this likelihood increases to sixfold for…
Immunocompromised groups, including people with obesity, continue to have poor outcomes related to coronavirus. As we enter the…
Building and running a successful weight loss practice doesn’t require fancy schemes or complicated strategies. It requires focus…
The health care environment has risen to overcome unprecedented obstacles over the past few years, but there are…
Wouldn’t it be great if you and your team never had to feel like you were ‘selling’ your…
The pinpoint focus on COVID-19 has shifted attention from other critically important public health issues that continue to…
Western diets are inextricably linked to obesity, which continues to rise and is expected to affect a staggering…
Effectively packaging your products and services for your current and prospective weight loss patients not only increases your…
Bariatric surgery is considered a final option for people with obesity who have potentially life-threatening health issues related…
Obesity is linked to dental and periodontal diseases and can lead to serious health risks. Obesity is linked…
The relationship you and your team have with your weight loss patients impacts their overall outcome, level of…
People with disabilities, particularly those with intellectual disabilities, have one of the highest rates of obesity compared to…
The number of cases of GERD has been on the rise among younger populations, and this likely is…
Content marketing is one of the best ways to effectively reach your ideal weight loss patients and grow…
In recent years, a relationship between obesity and pulmonary hypertension has emerged. Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) is a rare…
Roughly 90% of people who have obesity or are overweight have type 2 diabetes. National Diabetes Month is…
Optimal weight loss patient outcomes are the goal. Short and long-term compliance is required for ultimate success. With…
Obesity and smoking are controllable risks that contribute to bladder cancer and thus are worth discussing with patient…
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Individualized approaches to weight loss that better reflect the “lived experiences” of each patient must be implemented. With…
Obesity is significantly associated with psychosocial burdens affecting the mental, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of overall health.…
The most impactful factor on children’s weight is the weight of their parents. However, addressing weight issues from…
Although Age is the Greatest Risk Factor for Alzheimer’s disease, there is Strong Evidence that Obesity also plays…
Circadian rhythm is one of the most influential factors in how we function over the course of a…
Evidence linking obesity and cancer is well-researched and supported. Among the most common types of cancer is colorectal…
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It seems like summer has only just arrived, but Memorial Day is fast becoming a memory as Labor…
The availability and abundance of food options, in conjunction with increased sedentary behaviors, contribute to the global increase…
Over the past 10 years, evidence-based research on Very Low Calorie Diets (VLCD) has increased; as a result,…
Scleroderma is a group of autoimmune diseases that cause skin and connective tissue to harden and tighten. Cases…
Each January, many people start the year with resolutions to lose weight, with gym owners generally the greatest…
Cellulitis is a common infection that affects more than 14 million people in the United States each year.…
The challenges women with obesity face when trying to become pregnant are well-documented. However, the impact of male…
Prostate cancer is the second most common and most dangerous cancer in men; and for 43 percent of…
Nearly one quarter of American adults have arthritis, and the most common form of inflammatory arthritis is gout.…
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A study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has linked obesity as a risk factor…
The Convergence of Depression, Trauma and Obesity Long before I was a Board Certified Family Medicine physician involved…
In the beginning of a weight loss journey, many patients think they’ll lose 40 pounds and look like…
We are in the midst of a tough season for weight loss patients: Spring. Warmer weather marks the…
“I was determined,” says Cain, who joined the medical weight loss program at the Center for Weight Management at Gwinnett…
The New Year is always a time filled with new opportunities for health care providers, specifically for those…
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The time between Thanksgiving and the New Year can be the most challenging for your staff and your…
As we prepare for festive gatherings with family and friends, Robard gives thanks for those who work so…
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Cancer rates are higher than ever and projected to continue climbing. It’s no surprise that many Americans are…
Newly launched family health initiative and expanded online catalog aim to make people healthier by implementing small, gradual…
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A Cleveland Clinic survey finds that while most Americans (88 percent) understand that there is a connection between…
Have you ever thought there must be more to weight loss than just dieting and exercise? Well, it…
Long before I was a Board Certified Family Medicine physician involved with Depression and Obesity Medicine, I was…
