The Dangers of Obesity
Obesity isn’t something that occurs because of a lack of willpower or laziness. It’s a complex chronic disease that changes the physiological functions of the body. Obesity is also…
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Why Has the Keto Diet Become So Popular?
It’s good for weight loss and hunger control, and it lowers insulin and blood glucose levels. These are just some of the reasons why the keto diet has become…
Can Hormone Therapy Stop My Weight Gain?
Sex hormone levels naturally decline as you get older. Though the change in hormone levels causes many problematic symptoms, a decrease in sex hormone production may also lead to…
The Importance of Managing Your Diabetes
Diabetes is a complex disease that develops because of problems involving insulin, the hormone that transports glucose (energy from the food you eat) from your bloodstream into the cells. …
I’m Ready to Get My Weight Under Control: Can You Help?
Readiness is important when you want to make a change. When it comes to weight control, studies show people have more success losing weight and keeping it off when…
What to Expect After VerjúⓇ Laser Treatment
Eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise is extremely important when it comes to health and wellness. But it’s no secret that you can’t “spot reduce” (get rid…
Five Ways to Enjoy Your Holidays and Stay Healthy, Too
Holiday season is here. We know, we can’t believe it either. Where does all the time go? The holidays are a time of joy and togetherness, but also a…
How to Reverse the Signs of Prediabetes
Here at Weston Medical Health & Wellness, we are all about helping our patients take steps to prevent chronic health issues like diabetes. Our medical director, Dr. Andrea Bretal,…
Is Phentermine Right for Me?
Losing weight is hard, and many people struggle to reach their weight goals on their own. Here at Weston Medical Health & Wellness, our medical director, Dr. Andrea Bretal,…
Myths and Facts About the Keto Diet
The keto diet is a very low-carb, high-fat diet originally developed in the 1920s as a medical diet for the treatment of seizures in children. Though still prescribed by doctors to treat epilepsy,…