Medically reviewed by Brandon Roy, MD, FACS, FASMBS While it is thought of as a “new” thing, weight loss surgery began in the United States in the 1950’s when the first operation was performed at the University of Minnnesota. Over the decades, surgery options have evolved, and in recent years, weight loss surgery is gaining […]
One of the hottest Hollywood trends is losing weight with the fast-acting type 2 diabetes drug, Ozempic, and the semaglutide, obesity drug, Wegovy. Jimmy Kimmel joked about this craze among celebrities at the Academy Awards. “Everybody looks so great. When I look around this room, I can’t help but wonder ‘Is Ozempic right for me?’” […]
Before I became a nurse practitioner, I was concerned about my weight, so I did a ton of research on the best way to lose weight. Now that I am a nurse practitioner, I get to apply my own knowledge to help others lose weight. “If It Fits Your Macros” Diet My favorite diet for […]
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