An estimated 40 million Americans suffer from some sort of chronic long-term sleep disorder. Additionally, among those sleeping within the recommended number of hours per night, nearly one-third reported their sleep quality as “poor” or “only fair.” These are staggering statistics, especially when you consider the detrimental effects that a lack of sleep can bring. In addition to making us less productive at work and dangerous behind the wheel, lack of sleep can impact our personal ... [Read More]
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Safe Ways to Boost Weight Loss at Home
When it comes to losing weight, there’s the right way and the wrong way. Unfortunately, with promises of fast and easy weight loss, the wrong way is where many people gravitate. There are also a lot of gimmicks attached to losing weight the wrong way, including those touted by weight loss “experts” who make unsupportable claims that fat can be shed without effort, in the comfort of your own home. Thankfully, there are safe and effective ways to lose and even boost weight loss at home. Next time ... [Read More]
Why Your Primary Care Physician Should Monitor Your Weight Loss
Are you looking to lose weight and kick-start your life? Weight loss is an important and difficult process and the more support you have on your journey, the better your chances of success. Adding a doctor to your weight loss support team is a great way to accelerate your weight loss and ensure you lose weight in a healthy way. Here are a few of the benefits of having your primary care physician monitor your weight loss… Medical History Knowledge Losing weight is a little different for ... [Read More]
Program Spotlight: Weight Loss Program at SC Internal Medicine Associates & Rehabilitation
While the general concept of “calories in, calories out” makes sense to most people, life can get in the way of our diet plans, wreaking havoc on both our health and self-esteem. Reputable sources such as Mayoclinic.org acknowledge the connection between mood and food, stating that “the hassles of daily life can trigger negative emotions that lead to emotional eating and disrupt your weight-loss efforts.” Whether you have cravings you can’t seem to kick, a lack of time, or a genetic issue ... [Read More]
The Benefits of A Medical Weight Loss Program
Recent statistics will show, that obesity is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the United States, affecting 78.6 million people. It’s a leading cause of death and disease, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Obesity is defined as having an excess amount of fat (adipose tissue), well above what is considered a healthy range. A person with a BMI (Body Mass Index) over 30 is considered obese. There are so many weight loss programs and diet supplements out there, so knowing ... [Read More]
