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How GLP-1 Supports Weight Maintenance

GLP-1 provides several benefits for individuals seeking to sustain their weight loss. When...

Obesity and Aging: Exploring the Interplay

Obesity and aging are intertwined challenges that significantly influence health outcomes and...

Managing the Side Effects of Ozempic and Mounjaro

I have seen firsthand the transformative effects that GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic®...

The Long-Term Benefits of Comprehensive Weight Management

Welcome! If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve struggled with weight loss at some point in...

Benefit of Adding Metformin with A GLP-1

Combining GLP-1 agonists (such as liraglutide, semaglutide and tirzepatide) with metformin can...

Is Obesity Curable? And What does it have to do with Oprah Winfrey

As a doctor who helps people manage their weight and deal with obesity, I often hear questions...

Protein is the Secret to Weight Loss

Here are 10 reasons to consider focusing on protein: Increased satiety: Protein-rich foods tend to...

Eight Reasons to Consider a Medical Weight Loss Program?

Weight loss is a common goal for many individuals, as excess weight can lead to a variety of...

Is Pregnancy Safe After Bariatric Surgery?

The prevalence of obesity has increased tremendously overt h e last several decades, with 39.7...

MYTH: It Just Takes Willpower to Lose Weight

On initial patient consultations, I frequently hear variations of the phrase "If I had more...

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Lost 44.5 lbs

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