HealthMatters Blog

Supersized: The do’s and don’ts of portion control

January 21, 2020

Many people eat more calories than they need because they have a warped sense of what an appropriate portion size is for their particular nutritional...

tags: safety , weight loss

Nutrition fads: What works and what doesn’t

January 21, 2020

A heart-healthy diet is not about deprivation. It is about eating more--more fruits, more vegetables, more whole grains, and more unsaturated...

tags: bariatrics , safety , weight loss

The not so sweet side of eating too much sugar

January 21, 2020

A lot of sugar adds up to a lot of calories, as well as potential health issues.

tags: bariatrics , nutrition , safety , weight loss

Weight loss and emotional eating

January 21, 2020

Emotional eating is a slippery slope for those trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. The trick is to manage your stress before ...

tags: bariatrics , emotional eating , safety , weight loss

Manage your weight to help manage joint pain

January 21, 2020

If your joints sometimes hurt, it may be worthwhile to take a look at your weight. Even carrying a few extra pounds puts pressure on your joints...

tags: bariatrics , joint pain , safety , weight loss

Practice mindfulness to take control of emotional...

January 1, 2020

Does stress make you reach for the chocolate chip cookies? If so, you are not alone. Emotional, or stress eating, occurs when people use food...

tags: bariatrics , health and wellness , healthy habits , safety , weight loss