Cost Matters to Those Sizing Up Weight-Loss Surgery
Cost and how much they can lose matter more to folks considering weight-loss surgery than recovery time or the risk of complications, a new study finds.
Source: Health Day
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Coffee - The Magic Bean?
The history of coffee goes back possibly to the 10th century in Arabia. The modern version of roasted coffee made its way out of Arabia in the 1600s, into Europe, and slowly made its way to Asia, and then eventually the New World.
Wondering about how to get started with fasting?
Easy Ways to get started with fasting
Start with an "eating window" (time restricted eating): Eat your last meal at 8pm and don't eat until 8AM. Slowly move to 6PM until to 8AM.
Obesity, risk of cognitive dysfunction? Consider high-intensity interval exercise
Researchers have discovered what might be an effective strategy to prevent and combat cognitive dysfunction in obese individuals. They are the first to examine the modulatory role of an exercise-induced protein in the brain that promotes neuron survival and used high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) in obese and normal-weight subjects.
Source: Science Daily
High childhood BMI linked to obesity at age 24 in women
Girls who gain weight more rapidly between the ages of 5 and 15 are more likely to be obese at age 24, according to researchers.
Source: Science Daily
New obesity procedure also reduces muscle mass
A study about a new procedure for the treatment of obesity has raised some concerns. This is because, while the treatment leads to weight loss, the pounds a person sheds consist of skeletal muscle as well as fat.
Source: Medical News Today
How to prevent festive weight gain without exercising
During the holiday season, it is difficult to avoid putting on a couple of extra pounds. A recent study investigated a simple, low-impact way to reduce the seasonal swell.
Source: Medical News Today
Body Image & Self Love: Define your Why
The issue of body image comes up a lot in my mind.It comes to mind for personal reasons, and because I am a physician who treats women and men who struggle with their weight.
Healthy Low Carb Noodles
Finally found the most amazing low carb noodles made by a Japanese company @kibunfoods. Made with konjac yam fiber and soybean flour, they have only 1 g net carbs per serving and 4g of fiber!