by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Mar 20, 2024 | Healthy Eating, Lifestyle, Obesity Medicine
As a doctor who helps people manage their weight and deal with obesity, I often hear questions like “Can obesity be cured?” and “How long do I have to keep up with the treatment?” To answer these questions, we first need to understand what...
by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Oct 16, 2023 | Lifestyle
You might be surprised to learn that fat doesn’t simply vanish into thin air or dissolve into nothingness. It actually undergoes a meticulously orchestrated process that involves chemistry, biology, and physics. So, let’s break it down step by step. Step...
by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Apr 12, 2023 | Lifestyle
As a doctor who specializes in the treatment of obesity, I have seen firsthand the impact that sleep can have on a person’s weight and overall health. While diet and exercise are certainly important factors in managing obesity, sleep is just as crucial and often...
by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Feb 2, 2023 | Lifestyle
Ozempic® (Semaglutide) is approved to treat type 2 diabetes. as Another version of Semaglutide is called Wegovy® and is FDA approved for weight loss. It is currently one of the most effective weight loss treatments on the market, resulting in losing about 18% of their...
by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Jan 20, 2023 | Resource
Weight loss leads to improved health of nearly every body organ. Weight loss is known to decrease blood pressure, reduce risk of diabetes, lower cholesterol, improve sleep apnea and lower the risk of several weight related cancers. Additionally, weight loss is the...
