Surgery is often that first significant boost in motivation that helps someone commit to their health and wellness, and exercise is an integral part in ongoing self-care. At Surgical Arts of Inland Empire, we encourage our patients to maintain and even enhance their results through exercise. But during a pandemic that has us changing the… Continue Reading »
You’ve probably heard of people losing weight and experiencing other health benefits through intermittent fasting. Perhaps you’ve even considered trying it. An increasingly popular form of intermittent fasting is the One Meal a Day (OMAD) diet in which you only eat one meal per day. We know what you’re thinking—is that healthy? The answer is… Continue Reading »
As we learn more about the effects of marijuana, more and more people are viewing it as a natural option for treating or managing a number of health conditions and symptoms. From helping alleviate chronic pain to improving anxiety or depression, this somewhat controversial plant has been thrust into the spotlight as an effective medicine… Continue Reading »
An apple a day. Meditation. Time in Nature. Exercising and staying strong. These are just a few things that we associate with longevity and vitality. Shall we add eating fish to the list? A recent study published in the British Medical Journal suggests that perhaps we should! In a large longitudinal study, 2,600 adults across… Continue Reading »
It’s fairly common knowledge that obesity is associated with a higher risk of chronic health problems such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. For obese individuals, losing weight can help reduce the risk of developing these diseases—and that is a major motivation for our Rancho Cucamonga weight loss surgery patients to undergo a bariatric procedure…. Continue Reading »
Almost every weight loss patient experiences setbacks. We may make a positive change like cutting back on sweets, but over time, a little treat here and there becomes a habit and we realize we’ve officially fallen off the bandwagon. Consider your tendencies and modify your plan accordingly. If you love to please others, you might… Continue Reading »
These days, it’s all about convenience. We have near limitless options when it comes to getting purchases delivered right to our doors—including food. Brands like HelloFresh and Blue Apron are taking subscription meal kits to a whole new level by sending subscribers fresh ingredients, step-by-step directions, and everything they need to make tasty, relatively easy… Continue Reading »
Getting regular exercise is an important factor in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. But for many of us, the thought of exercising in a giant mirror-filled room full of chiseled strangers is frankly terrifying. Even the idea of jogging along a busy street or taking a yoga class can be intimidating, especially for those… Continue Reading »
Fad diets may come and go, but there’s one universal truth to healthy eating: the cost-effective way to ensure you’re having nourishing food is to master a few recipes at home. Making healthy recipes doesn’t have to be hard—and you don’t have to ditch all of your favorite meals in your quest to lose weight… Continue Reading »
Around 45 million Americans go on a diet each year, and experts predict that only about 5 percent of those dieters keep the weight off long-term. Weight loss is indeed challenging, and oftentimes, downright frustrating—but long-term success is possible. Here are some of the reasons your diet efforts may have failed in the past, plus… Continue Reading »
