When people try to lose weight, they often focus on seeing the number on the scale go down. But it's important to know that when you lose weight, you might lose some muscle too. This can happen whether you diet, take medicine, or have surgery to lose weight.

Losing weight can feel amazing, whether you do it on your own, with medication, or through surgery. But keeping the weight off is hard. About 90% of people who lose weight with diet and exercise regain it within a year(1). If you use medication, 80% of people regain weight once they stop taking it(2). For surgery, weight regain often starts around 1.5 years after surgery(3).

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number that shows if someone is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. It was created in the 1800s to measure obesity in a region or country(1).

In the 1960s, doctors realized that obesity can lead to health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes(2). Since BMI is easy to calculate from height and weight, many studies have used it to look at disease risks.

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs are very popular for weight loss. They work really well but some people worry they may cause suicidal thoughts.

In 2020, millions of people took these medications. But reports of increased suicidal thoughts made doctors take a closer look.

One study1 found a higher risk of suicidal thoughts with Wegovy and Saxenda. But after looking closer, no clear link was found between the GLP-1 drugs and suicidal thoughts or depression.

As women go through menopause, many notice an unwanted change in their body shape. Their belly starts to stick out more than before. This is called the "menopause belly." But why does this happen?

It all has to do with the hormones in a woman's body changing during menopause. Hormones are chemical messengers that control many processes, including where fat is stored in the body.

As a medical professional specializing in weight management, I often discuss the crucial role of protein in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Many patients ask about the most effective strategies for weight loss, and consistently, protein emerges as a key factor in successful weight management programs.

You may have noticed or heard people talking about “Ozempic Face or Ozempic butt”. Let’s take a deep dive to understand what this means and what can be done about it.

You're more than just your weight or your condition. For too long, people with obesity have been labeled and defined by their disease, with doctors referring to them as "the obese patient." This kind of language can be dehumanizing and make you feel like you're being reduced to a single aspect of your health.

For women of childbearing age who struggle with obesity, anti-obesity medications like Wegovy™ and Zepbound™ may interfere with oral contraceptives, increasing the risk of unintended pregnancy. Drug manufacturers recommend switching to non-oral birth control methods like IUDs, implants, or condoms when taking these medications.

Obesity, Fertility, and Pregnancy: It's Not Just the Woman. When a couple is trying to have a baby, many factors come into play. Doctors oftensuggest that women take prenatal vitamins, eat healthy, exercise, and avoid harmfulsubstances before trying to get pregnant. But did you know that both men andwomen with obesity can have a harder time getting pregnant?

Obesity is a serious health condition because it can lead to many other dangerous diseases. In the United States, about 42% of adults are obese, and 72% are either overweight or obese. This blog focuses on how obesity affects the African American community, especially African American women (AA).

Have you ever heard someone say a person can be "fat but fit"? This idea has caused a lot of discussion among doctors and health experts. Today, we're going to talk about what this means and why it's important for your health.

Most people know there are different types of fat. Today, we'll look at brown fat. The two main types of fat are white and brown. You might know about subcutaneous and visceral fat, which are white fat. Brown fat is different and can actually help with weight loss.

Both cardio and resistance training are important for overall health. But which one is better for losing weight ?

In the past, obesity was rare, but things have changed over the years. For some people, diet and exercise alone aren't enough, especially for those who are extremely overweight. In the 1950s, doctors began performing weight loss surgeries, but these early procedures required large cuts in the skin.

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become a frequent topic of discussion, and there's a good reason for that. Over the years, as the amount of UPFs in our diets has increased, so has the risk of obesity and related health issues like diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure.

Obesity is a complex, chronic disease that involves more than just counting calories or exercising. To truly understand and treat it, one must look beyond the scale to the psychological factors that contribute to weight gain and difficulty in maintaining weight loss.

What's in Our Gut?

Our intestines are full of tiny living things called bacteria. These make up our "gut microbiome." These little helpers are super important for our digestion.

When your doctor says you need to lose weight to avoid health problems like heart disease, it can feel scary. You might feel upset or worried at first - that's normal! Many people look online or ask friends and family what to do.