Breastfeeding: Myths & Facts
When women are breastfeeding, their body burns about an extra 300 to 500 calories producing milk. If they eat well-balanced diet during their postpartum period, it can lead to a calorie deficit and this produces weight loss, explains Cecilia Betancourt, …
When is Gastric Bypass surgery a good option?
Regular readers of eDoc’s Health Tips have learned that sensible eating habits and maintenance of ideal weight are important keys to staying healthy. There are instances, however, that in spite of best intentions, weight loss becomes an unachievable goal. In …
What is the DASH Eating Plan?
Recently, U.S. News and World Report released its ranking of the best diets for 2014. This list was compiled by a panel of health experts including nutritionists and physicians specializing in diabetes, heart disease, and weight loss. In this ranking, …
How can I tone upper arm flab?
An eDoc client recently wrote in asking about ways to reduce excess fatty tissue in the upper arm region that she referred to as “chicken cutlets”. Several factors should be taken into consideration in regard to firming the upper arms: …
