by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Aug 29, 2024 | Opinion, Resource
As physicians, we understand the profound impact that obesity can have on our patients’ health, quality of life, and overall well-being. However, discussing weight loss with patients can be a sensitive and challenging task. It is crucial to approach these...
by | 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...
by | Jul 13, 2022 | Resource
Mounjaro is a new medication for diabetes with a powerful weight loss component to it. It is given as a weekly subcutaneous injection via a very small 32-gauge needle inside a fixed-dose auto-injection pen. This is not something you have to draw up in a syringe or...
by | Apr 1, 2022 | Resource
Insulin resistance is a common term used quite frequently in the obesity medicine world. Many patients ask what these terms mean? First, let’s start with what is insulin? Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insulin helps glucose in your blood enter cells in...
by | Jul 7, 2021 | Food Gauge, Healthy Eating, Lifestyle, Resource
Portion sizes are an important part of any weight loss program. It isn’t always clear to know what a proper serving size is, but with the right resources, you can find out. By simply managing portion control, you are more inclined to lose weight. Portion Guides...
by | Jun 21, 2021 | Lifestyle, Research, Resource
Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that occurs when the airway is temporarily obstructed during sleep. This causes disruptions in breathing that can last a few seconds at a time or more than a minute. They may occur between 5-30 times over the course of an...
