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Losing Weight Leaves You Susceptible to Bone Loss
By Janet Tiberian
July 6, 2018
Weight Loss Linked with Bone Loss
If you’re trying to lose weight, listen up: You need to take measures to protect your bones. Weight loss is associated with a lower bone density, particularly among older Americans, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research.   Researchers from… See more
How One Patient Partnered with her MDVIP-Affiliated Doctor to Lose Weight
June 19, 2018
Sherry, a member of an MDVIP-affiliated practice in Phoenix, talks about how she was able to work with her physician to lose weight. "He (Dr. Kevin Turner) came up with the plan to help me lose weight," Sherri says. "In the first year I lost about 50 pounds.… See more
How Much Should I Weigh?
By Janet Tiberian
May 2, 2018
How Much Should i Weigh?
Do you feel may like you’re on a lifelong journey to lose that elusive 20 pounds? Or you maybe you’re be a hardgainer – always trying to put on 10 pounds. Either way, managing your weight can be very frustrating, especially if you’re living a healthy lifestyle. Why is it so hard? Logically, weight… See more
Can Eating Too Much Dietary Fat Make Me Fat?
By Janet Tiberian
May 2, 2018
Can Eating Fat Make Me Fat?
If you lived through the 1980s “war on fat”, you probably can’t help but wonder if eating fat can cause weight gain. And it doesn’t matter how many studies support the health benefits of healthy fats, there’s still an inkling of doubt that makes you hesitate before “indulging” in grass-fed butter,… See more
Study Better Defines the Ties Between BMI and Risk for Cardiovascular Disease
By Janet Tiberian
April 13, 2018
Your BMI Affects Your Risk for Cardiovascular Disease
The connection between cardiovascular disease risk and obesity is not new. But a recent study has better defined that risk based on body mass index (BMI).  Being obese, measured as a BMI of 30 or greater, increases your risk for cardiovascular disease and a shorter lifespan, according to a new… See more
6 FDA-Approved Sugar Substitutes
January 17, 2018
Sweet and low saccharin
Artificial sweeteners are not as new as you might think. They date back to the 19th Century when saccharin was first discovered accidentally in 1879 by scientists doing an unrelated experiment. Since then, there has been debate across decades over the safety of artificial sweeteners. Fast forward… See more
Are Diet Sodas Really Bad for You?
January 17, 2018
Diet sodas
If you think your diet soda habit of three, four, five or more cans every day helps keep your calorie intake down, think before you drink. Research shows that the sugar substitutes in beverages damage our diet and may be detrimental to our health. Studies have linked artificial sweeteners to an… See more
33 Foods With Lots of Added Sugar
January 17, 2018
Hidden Added Sugar
Added sugar is everywhere. It’s where you expect it – soft drinks, ice cream, cakes and cookies — and places where you might not — sports drinks, instant oatmeal, barbecue sauce and yogurt. Here’s a list of processed foods that probably contain more added sugar than you might expect: … See more
How to Reduce Added Sugar and Artificial Sweeteners in Your Diet
January 17, 2018
how to reduce sugar intake
You know too much sugar and artificial sweeteners are bad for you. Here are some tips to help you reduce their role on your diet: Become a label reader.
The best way to avoid added sugar and artificial sweeteners is to recognize the foods manufactures put them in. It also… See more
15 Surprising Things Containing Artificial Sweeteners
January 17, 2018
chewing gum
The long list of products containing artificial sugar substitutes continues to grow. The following may surprise you*. *Not all brands contain synthetic sugars. Always check the label. Alcoholic beverages Chewing gum Chewable vitamins Cough syrup and liquid medicines Electrolyte water… See more

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