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Obesity is a chronic metabolic disease that can have far-reaching effects on a person’s health. It can increase the risk of other serious conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, bone an...

With bariatric surgery and the widespread adoption of GLP-1 RA medications, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, there are now more effective options to treat obesity than ever before. And for some patients...

If you notice a palpable lump or bulge in your abdomen or groin, it could be a hernia. The most common types of hernias occur when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal or in...

It’s no secret that obesity is an epidemic in the U.S. However, many patients and providers don’t realize that obesity is a chronic disease—it’s not a reflection of a person&r...

Counting calories. Slimming down. Watching weight. No matter what you call your personal journey, society has lots of names and options for achieving your weight-loss goals—and some that are no...

The World Health Organization (WHO) released a global guideline about non-sugar sweeteners in May 2023 that has left a sour taste in some mouths.  WHO said evidence shows that sweeteners, like...