Why Are So Many People Obese? These Reasons Might Leave You Searching For More Options

Everyone points a finger at how and why someone becomes obese. Not surprisingly, we’re all looking for an explanation as to why over a third of the adults in the U.S. are obese. Consider the reason that gets lots of focus: overeating. Does overeating cause obesity? Or does obesity cause overeating? Consumption is the root
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Common Questions about Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss Surgery

It’s not uncommon for patients who have lost a significant amount of weight following weight loss surgery to consider reconstructive surgery. The most common reason people decide to have plastic surgery following a large weight loss is due to excess skin. Plastic surgery is a personal choice and should not be considered lightly, but if
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Mindful Eating For Improved Weight Loss

After a long day at work, school, or running kids around, the thought of gluing yourself to the couch with a tasty meal sounds just about like heaven. But, cue your favorite comfort dish and a packed line-up on Netflix and you might be spelling disaster for your health and diet. Eating in front of
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Weight Loss Surgery May be Better Than Medication Alone for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

On Monday’s NBC Nightly News, (March 31, 2014), Brian Williams reported that “researchers have found that weight loss surgery for” patients with type 2 diabetes can be more effective than taking medication in beating this disease.” USA Today reported that investigators “followed 150 patients, one-third of whom were treated for their diabetes with medication and
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Dr. Michael Thomas Named to Prestigious 2013 Best Doctors In America® List

Dr. Michael Thomas has been named one of the Best Doctors in America® for 2013. This highly regarded list is assembled by Best Doctors, Inc. and audited and certified by Gallup®. Over 45,000 physicians in the United States were asked in a confidential review, “If you or a loved one needed a doctor in your
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Progress is Being Made for Insurance Covered Obesity Treatments!

Just one day after the American Medical Association classified obesity as a disease, U.S. lawmakers introduced bipartisan bills in the Senate and House of Representatives that would require Medicare to cover more obesity treatment costs! Given the current climate of Washington, it’s amazing to see both parties working together on any health legislation. Despite the
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