Can I feel my Lap-Band port? Some of you may be reading this and saying, ‘”what is a PORT?” A gastric band, commonly known as the Lap-Band®, is a silicon ... Read more
Many dieters deny themselves certain foods, only to find themselves thinking about these forbidden treats all the time. While they’re powering through and resisting the temptation with all their might, ... Read more
The percentage of overweight children in the United States is growing at an alarming rate, with 1 out of 3 kids now considered overweight or obese. Many kids are spending ... Read more
“This animated video details the health risks of childhood obesity, and the 5-2-1-0 Healthy Active Living plan (American Academy of Pediatrics) designed to beat this ongoing national health crisis.” Learn ... Read more
Read the articles here: 1. Obesity May Be Triggered by Levels of Gut Microbiota 2. New Obesity Treatment, a Nonsurgical Alternative, Becoming Available 3. Obesity Seen to Be Treated by Phosphorus Supplements
These days, appetite regulation is big business. From weight-loss programs to diet books to pills that promise to rid us of hunger pangs while we cut calories, there are plenty ... Read more
“Wicked problems are problems which are hard to solve (…) and childhood obesity in Canada is a wicked problem.” Watch the video to learn more and know why is it ... Read more
With all the negative press that sugar and other carbohydrates get these days, it’s easy to forget that our bodies evolved to digest and use carbs in some very specific ... Read more
Think it’s all about who you know? It is. But not the way you think. Turns out your colleague’s husband’s sister can make you fat, even if you don’t know ... Read more
