I’ve seen thousands of patients who have previously “failed” to achieve meaningful results using popular fad diets. In fact, the failure of “fad” diets to solve my patients’ struggles has been so troublesome to me that it has caused a great deal of contemplation and reflection over the years. And, many times, I’ve lost sleep over the very common … [Read more...] about Why “Fad” Diets Failed My Patients… Strategize for Success!
Overweight
Obesity is a Real Disease!
The American Medical Association made headlines June 18, 2013 by acknowledging that obesity is, in fact, a true disease. For those struggling with overweight and for those of us engaged in the medical battle against obesity these past 20 years, this was not really news, but an affirmation of sorts. Indeed, both the medical causes and complications … [Read more...] about Obesity is a Real Disease!
How Fat Cells Cause Obesity
By Dr. Rick Tague Did you know that being overweight is a disorder? In some ways, it is caused by our fat cells. If you've lost weight only to regain it, you know first hand the difficult struggle against "hungry" fat cells. Our bodies have millions of these small cells scattered throughout our bodies. If they receive the wrong message from … [Read more...] about How Fat Cells Cause Obesity
Green Tea and Fat Burning
By Dr. Rick Tague Green Tea: The Ultimate Fat Burning Supplement? Overweight individuals typically have a "sluggish" metabolism that is far more likely to store fat than burn it. Green tea enhances "fat burning" by 17-40%. And there are so many other benefits to Green Tea: High EGCG content of 200 mg per capsule far exceeds most green tea … [Read more...] about Green Tea and Fat Burning
Why Are You Overweight?
By Dr. Rick Tague The Real Answer May Surprise You I usually ask patients why they think they're overweight. Too often the answer is predictable. "I don't have self-control." Or, "I'm too lazy to exercise." The fact is that overweight individuals are typical of all Americans. 95% of Americans do not exercise regularly, even though everyone … [Read more...] about Why Are You Overweight?
