Category: Weight Management

July 4, 2024

Raising a Generation on Junk: The Alarming Rise of Processed Food Consumption

Did you know that today’s grocery store food would be completely unfamiliar to shoppers from the 1930s? Due to  significant technological and cultural changes plus the rise of packaged food companies, many health professionals believe we are poisoning ourselves as we watch cancer rates, diabetes rate and heart disease rise exponentially. Here are some insights […]

July 1, 2024

Obesity News: Why 96 Health Organizations Downplay The Link Between Sugary Drinks and Obesity

Based on the search results provided, there is evidence to suggest that Coca-Cola and other soda companies have engaged in practices that could be seen as attempting to influence health organizations and potentially keep them silent on certain issues related to diet and fitness. Here’s a summary of the key points: Extensive sponsorships: Coca-Cola and PepsiCo […]

June 27, 2024

Ozempic Under the Microscope: Potential Side Effects and Health Concerns

Ozempic, Mounjaro and WeGovy are groundbreaking medications for managing type 2 diabetes that have generated significant excitement in the medical community and those who want to lose weight through diet and fitness. Healthcare professionals and researchers have praised it for its effectiveness in controlling blood sugar levels and aiding in weight loss. However, like any medication, […]

June 10, 2024

Surprising Facts About The Food Pyramid Your Doctor Doesn’t Tell You!

It may be surprising to hear that the first food pyramid was set up in Sweden  in the 1970s. The Swedish government set up a special committee to evaluate how they could create nutritionally balanced meals at a reasonable cost. The USDA adapted and adopted the Food Pyramid guide in 1992 whereby the pyramid had […]

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