Where’s the Time and Energy For It? by Dr. Milton Owens It is almost a cliché — or perhaps white noise to your ears–that exercise is a key component to losing weight. Many of my patients dread the “Big E.” I have mixed feelings myself. Yet, investigating the role it
Congratulations Southcoast Team! Thank you for all you do to help support the OH community and your patients!-From the ObesityHelp Staff Bariatric program far exceeds national quality standards NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Southcoast Center for Weight Loss announced today that it has reached a major milestone in the program’s
About two years ago I opened a photography business. I always had a love and appreciation for photography. My grandfather’s past time was photography. He took a lot of black and white images and developed the film in a dark room in his house. I loved to be in there
by Michael Murphy, RD Juicing has been around for decades but seems to be growing more in popularity lately. It is not hard to find a new juice bar opening in your area. Every fruit and vegetable has its own unique nutrient profile that can help fight cancer, prevent heart
by Tammy J. Colter MasterChef Judge Graham Elliott has a career that some would envy. He gets paid to taste gourmet dishes created by aspiring chefs. On an almost daily basis, he gives his palate quite the workout by experiencing a variety of heavenly foods; rich, creamy sauces, French truffles,
Editor’s Note: This article by Dr. Arya M. Sharma is part 4 of a 5 part series, “Why I Support Bariatric Surgery”. Links to parts 1, 2, and 3 are located at the bottom of this page. Why I Support Bariatric Surgery (Part 4) In previous posts, I discussed the
According to the Boy Scouts of America, “The basic premise of Scouting for youth with disabilities and special needs is that they want most to participate like other youth—and Scouting gives them that opportunity.” Not if a scout is obese. This week, in July 2013, scouts (and their leaders) with
In 2009, Richard Kalasky weighed in at over 348 pounds. He suffered from uncontrolled sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and was advised by his doctors that he could no longer live at the altitude in Colorado and needed to move down to sea level. Tired of using oxygen and BiPAP
Do you realize that the average American consumes an astounding two to three pounds of sugar each week? Sugar is disguised in many different forms such as sucrose (table sugar), dextrose (corn sugar), and high-fructose corn syrup. It is used in many foods you wouldn't even consider. It is added
“I’m living anew, feeling younger, and am motivated to get out and “DO” things!” Nancee Nichols describes herself as always being an active person, having camped and hiked all over the world. “I knew I was overweight but I tried not to let it stop me”, recalls Nancee. At age
