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 Craig Primack MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Oct 16, 2023 | Lifestyle
Recently, the world has become increasingly fascinated by the Danish concept of "hygge," which celebrates coziness and well-being. However, there’s another Danish lifestyle philosophy that deserves attention: "fruiksufsliv." While not as...
by Diana Bone, FNP-C | Oct 16, 2023 | Lifestyle
Fat mass weight loss and lean muscle mass weight loss are two different components of overall weight loss that can occur when someone is trying to lose weight through diet and exercise. Understanding the difference between these two types of weight loss is important...
by John V. deGuzman, MD | Oct 16, 2023 | Healthy Eating, Lifestyle
The age-old adage, "exercise more and eat less," has been touted as the golden rule for achieving weight loss for decades. While it may seem like a straightforward and logical approach, the reality is far more complex. This oversimplified advice fails to...
by Diana Bone, FNP-C | Jun 23, 2023 | Lifestyle
Recently there has been a lot of buzz regarding compounded semaglutide. The FDA approved semaglutide for the treatment of diabetes in the form of Ozempic ® in 2017 and for weight loss in the form of Wegovy® in 2021. However, most medical insurance does not have...
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...