Aesthetic procedures are becoming more mainstream for ethnic patients and physicians are responding to their varying needs.
After losing nearly 200 pounds, Michel is helping others lose weight and find the happiness he has in better health.
More patients may soon be eligible to undergo the Lap-Band adjustable gastric banding procedure following a vote to revise the FDA approval of the device.
The controversial new diet using human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in combination with a highly caloric restrictive diet may help patients lose a large amount of weight in a short period of time.
A recent study released by BMJ in the UK suggests that eating chocolate may cut the risk of heart disease and strokes by one-third.
VERDICT: FALSE - Sodium is integral to many body functions, including blood pressure regulation and controlling muscle contractions. It is more important to monitor your intake and make sure you don't have too much sodium in your diet than to cut it out completely.
The diet industry is a 40 billion dollar a year market. It's important to make the right decision when it comes to your nutrition.
Doctors usually stress the importance of starting back slowly, and many will provide a proposed schedule that will get you back in the game properly. Here are some general guidelines that will help you get back on track, as well as helping the recovery process.
When life gets hectic and you can't seem to catch a break, do you find yourself fantasizing about a spa day? Sometimes just visualizing the calm peaceful environment of a spa can make your entire body feel better, but it can't come close to the real thing. Visiting a spa is the ultimate way to pamper your body, your mind, and your soul
Once upon a time, a man's belly was a sign of his success, today it is indicator of higher risks of Type II Diabetes, High blood pressure, Heart disease and more.
Coined by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch in their 1995 book, "Intuitive Eating," the philosophy that changed dieting forever still makes sense. Years of success affirm that listening to your body is more effective than tracking calories and dieting.
The journey to losing weight is fraught with potential slip-ups. Avoid these 8 mistakes but if it does happen, do not become disheartened: one slip-up does not a disaster make.
These 3 life-threatening diseases are all too common but easily managed with living a lifestyle of healthy eating and regular exercise. Be aware of how your treating your body so it can take care of you in the long run.
VERDICT: FICTION - Not all cooking oils are created equal, choosing the right one can not only greatly improve the flavor of your food, they can help your heart health. The key is moderation and knowing which types of cooking oils to keep on hand.
VERDICT: FICTION - There are more reasons than ever for us to work out as we age; here are 5 ways we benefit from regular exercise, even if we're not spring chickens.
Preventing disease can be as simple as changing your diet - how you can prevent heart disease and other related ailments by cleaning up your diet.
VERDICT: Fact - Unregulated by the FDA and often advertised as quick weight loss solutions, fat burners may be dangerous to people who have existing health issues and if taken without consulting your physician.
Cutting sugar out of your diet can greatly improve your health.
Cardiologist and author John M. Kennedy, MD, FACC demonstrated his BREATHE Technique based on the teachings of his book The 15 Minute Heart Cure that naturally reduces stress
Dangers of keeping post-baby weight gain include difficulty in getting pregnant again and increased health risks for mother and developing fetus for overweight women who get pregnant again.