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If you’ve been exploring non-surgical weight loss and weight management options, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. True You Weight Loss in Cary, NC, is dedicated to helping people across North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, Georgia, and beyond find solutions that actually work.
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Weight management isn’t one-size-fits-all, and you are more than just a number on the scale. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge, whether you’re looking for long-term lifestyle changes, exploring non-surgical weight loss procedures, or just trying to understand your options. With expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring success stories, True You Weight Loss’s blog is designed to give you the tools and confidence to take control of your weight management journey.

Unpacking the Oprah Winfrey Special on Obesity & Weight Loss Medications with Dr. Christopher McGowan
Last year, Oprah Winfrey publicly announced that she was taking weight loss-related medications (GLP-1 drugs) in a refreshed attempt to lose weight – an announcement that brought a barrage of

What Is an Average Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Timeline?
Severe obesity has become much more prevalent in the United States in recent years, with about 1 in 11 adults (9%) suffering from it. Standard interventions like dietary changes and

Comparison: Gastric Bypass vs. Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
In both the United States and elsewhere around the world severe obesity has been on the rise for many years. During this time, standard approaches to long-term weight loss—primarily a
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Success Story: Anthony Loses 94 lbs
Sometimes weight gain sneaks up on you, like it did for North Carolina native Anthony Boggs a few years ago. Like many of us, Anthony had a busy schedule that
Can You Lose Weight After an Endometrial Ablation?
Endometrial ablation is an outpatient surgical procedure that is seen as an alternative to a hysterectomy for some women who are afflicted with abnormally heavy periods. Apart from the risk
Hiatal Hernia and Weight Loss
Having a hiatal hernia is a somewhat common occurrence in the United States, with about 20% of the population affected at some point in their lives. It is a much