The Weight of Stress: Understanding the Role of Stress in Weight Gain
As an Obesity Medicine Physician, I have seen firsthand the complex relationship between stress and weight gain in my patients. In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a common factor in many people’s lives, and its impact on our health, including weight gain, cannot be overlooked. How does stress affect weight gain? Cortisol response in […]
Ok, I have decided to gain health and lose weight, where do I start : Sleep -Part 3?
Speaking of the four pillars of treatment of obesity, adequate, good-quality sleep has an extremely important role in the treatment of obesity and excess weight. Patients with sleep disorders (e.g., too little or too much sleep) or altered sleep patterns or daylight exposure are at much higher risk of weight gain and suboptimal results from […]
Ok, I have decided to gain health and lose weight. Where do I start? Physical activity-Part 2.
Physical activity in any form of moderate intensity is recommended as an adjunct to any weight loss plan. Even as the role of nutrition is much bigger than the role of exercise in weight loss, it contributes towards creating the caloric deficit. Exercise is a much more effective tool for weight maintenance after weight loss […]
Ok, I have decided to gain health and lose weight, where do I start? Nutrition-Part 1.
This post is meant for all the folks who have decided to take charge of their health and hoping to achieve their weight loss goals, but just do not know where to start since there is so much confusing information out there. Here are a few pointers that are evidence-based and have worked for me […]
Mindset: Change your words, change your life!
If someone were to ask about one thing that changes it all when it comes to weight management, it would be ‘mindset’. Mindset is the key secret sauce that actually brings your goals closer to reality. What are the words you choose when you describe yourself or your life? Do you call yourself lazy or […]
Metabolic adaptation: Why many patients fail to lose enough weight or previously lost weight returns with just lifestyle measures?
Every day, patients or even friends/family members reach out saying that they are doing everything they can to lose weight with lifestyle measures alone, without success. Many times, if they had lost weight with these changes before, they are no longer working anymore. This brings us to the realization that something doesn’t quite add up. […]
Unlocking the Mystery of Insulin Resistance
As an obesity medicine physician, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of obesity on individuals’ health and well-being. One of the critical puzzle pieces in this battle is insulin resistance. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of insulin resistance, its profound impact on obesity, and the strategies we can employ […]
The Struggle is Real: Why Losing Weight is So Hard?
As I speak from my personal experience as well as treating numerous patients, losing weight is a journey that many embark upon, but few find easy to navigate. Despite our best intentions, shedding those extra pounds can often feel like an uphill battle. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the reasons why losing […]