Weighing In: Extreme Measures to Combat Obesity
When weight loss attempts continue to fail and health problems continue to mount, extreme measures are sometimes initiated. One such measure is gastric bypass surgery, a procedure that diverts food from the stomach directly to the small intestine. S...
Weighing In: No Quick Fix: UCI's Weight Management Program
The goal of the UC Irvine Weight Management Program is to encourage and support behavior changes that result in sustained weight loss. Many patients have unrealistic expectations or a short-term orientation. They want to go on a program for a short ...
Weighing In: Obesity Epidemic, The
Despite the fact that more Americans are conscious about their weight and we have more low-fat foods and sugar substitutes, the incidence of obesity is increasing in the United States due to poor food choices and sedentary lifestyles. Obesity is def...
Weighing In: Weight Loss Pills and Fad Diets
In recent hears the health risks of obesity and the cultural obsession with slimness have spawned a multi billion dollar industry. Weight loss pills, fad diets, and dietary supplements promise miraculous results. Many of these miracle products are e...