Food is undoubtedly an essential part of our lives, providing nourishment, pleasure, and even sometimes a reason for connecting with others. But for some people (or perhaps everyone at some point in life), food can become an all-consuming mental preoccupation. From meticulously planning every meal to counting calories with unwavering precision, an excessive focus on […]
The prevalence of severe obesity has essentially doubled over the past 20 years, and that has also meant an increase in a number of serious, obesity-related medical conditions. In light of this, more and more people are turning to health interventions like bariatric surgery. In fact, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric […]
Be it aesthetic concerns or questions of long-term overall health, Americans seem to always be on the lookout for the next new diet plan. This is partially driven by social media and the ongoing stigma of being overweight, but it is also driven by the very real epidemic of obesity in the United States.
Severe obesity is unfortunately all too common in the United States, and the evidence suggests it’s still on the rise. Over the last few decades, it has become clear that traditional interventions for obese patients (e.g. dieting and exercise routines) are mostly ineffective at helping people reach their weight loss goals. In light of this, […]
The transition to college is a pivotal moment in the lives of young adults, marked by newfound independence, exciting opportunities, and countless lifestyle changes. This whirlwind of changes can be hard to manage for some young people, though, and the consequences are often surprising. One such phenomenon—sometimes referred to colloquially as the “freshman fifteen”—is the […]
The ability to see inside the body has been highly valued for as long as medicine has been practiced. In the past, this was challenging and often dangerous because the technology simply wasn’t available to do so safely. Over time, though, scientists have developed new methods for visualizing internal organs and even performing medical procedures. […]
Dieting for most people is usually a way to either lose weight or avoid gaining weight. For others, though, a chosen diet is about living a healthier life or aligning one’s lifestyle choices with a set of core beliefs. A great example of a diet like this is the pescatarian diet, a unique and increasingly popular dietary pattern that offers a fusion of plant-based foods and seafood.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Christopher McGowan today announced Dr. Lauren L. Donnangelo, MD, ABOM has joined True You Weight Loss at its Atlanta location. As one of the country’s first dedicated bariatric and metabolic endoscopists, Dr. Donnangelo brings 13 years of medical training and expertise to the True You Weight Loss team. She is passionate about providing […]
As obesity continues to rise in the United States, more and more obesity-related conditions are similarly becoming more prevalent. Overwhelming evidence from recent decades—in the form of randomized controlled clinical trials and various meta-analyses—has shown clearly that obesity can harm virtually any aspect of health. Yet while cardiovascular disease and conditions like type 2 diabetes […]
