FDA panel endorses another weight loss drug
Shortly after recommending approval of Qnexa (Phentermine / Topiramate), the FDA advisory panel this week also voted to approve Arena Pharmaceuticals weight…
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Weight Gain, Weight Loss, Maintainers: Here are some Thoughts and Strategies
Weight loss and weight gain have many obstacles. Our bodies produce a hormone called leptin and it is a key element in…
The Mediterranean Diet: Live Long and Prosper
Another hot topic at this year’s American Society of Bariatric Physicians meetings here in Denver, CO this year was the Mediterranean Diet.…
Fitness Goals- Plan for 2 events in May!
We all fall into routines. Routines are a normal, and usually positive pattern. But sometimes it’s nice to shake things up, set…
Sleep off those pounds!
Another exciting topic at this year’s Obesity Medicine Association conference examined the link between sleep and obesity. In fact, this is one…
Saturated Fat: To Eat or Not To Eat, That’s The Question!
After a full week of lectures at the American Society of Bariatric Physician’s conference last week, I must say – I’ve never…
Qnexa – New Weight Loss Drug-Postponed
Today the FDA announced that instead of reviewing Qnexa, the new weight loss drug by Vivus, combining Phentermine and Topiramate, they are…
Why so many knee replacements?
Perhaps you’ve noticed: Many people in their 70s, 60s, 50s, even 40s are showing up with knee problems that require surgery. Here’s…
Quick and Easy Crock Pot Meals: Not just for winter
When we think of crock pot meals, we are reminded of cold, winter days and comfort food. Let’s change this thinking into…
