The Importance of Sleep to Avoid Weight Gain

Aug 3, 2021 | Lifestyle

Craig Primack MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA It is recommended that the average person get 7-9 hours of sleep every night. When we get less than that, overall energy use increases (because we are more active when awake). The body compensates for this by increasing hunger and...

Weight Loss for a Healthy Heart

Jun 28, 2021 | Getting Active, Lifestyle

There are many health benefits to losing and maintaining a healthy weight. For example, improved mood or reduced risk for diseases like diabetes. The most important benefit that can result from your weight loss program is having a healthy heart. Overworking Your Heart...

Right Now Is the Best Time to Lose Weight!

Jun 25, 2021 | Lifestyle

John V. deGuzman, MD It’s always a good time to start losing weight. It will make you feel healthier, less stressed, and better overall. The longer you hold off your weight loss program, the harder it will be, so why not start now. Common Excuses It is easy to make...

Adopting Healthy Habits for Weight Loss

Jun 16, 2021 | Lifestyle

Losing weight is a hard thing to do! Once you establish certain habits, changing them is difficult—even when you know those changes are for the better. To experience true, sustainable weight loss, you may need to incorporate some habit changes into your weight loss...

Incidental Activity and Planned Exercise for Weight Loss

May 30, 2021 | Getting Active, Lifestyle

When you’re active, your body uses more calories which helps you maintain a healthy weight. To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Regular activity is a fundamental component of any successful weight loss program. There are two primary forms...