What is a good formula for losing weight?
We occasionally receive messages from eDoc clients expressing frustration with not being able to lose weight, despite eating a low-calorie diet and getting regular exercise. Once issues such as hypothyroidism are ruled out, the cruel reality is that weight loss …
Will my metabolism really slow with age?
Metabolism comprises a number of biochemical processes that are necessary to maintain life. One type of metabolism (catabolism) produces energy by breaking down complex molecules. The breakdown of carbohydrates during digestion is an example of a catabolic process. The other …
Is my thyroid gland making me fat?
The thyroid gland is responsible for controlling our metabolism, and as such, it is often blamed for causing all manner of weight loss difficulties. Heck, I had my own thyroid hormone levels checked a few years back when my dieting …
Why do I gain more weight the older I get?
The Obesity Society’s December newsletter listed their top 10 articles from 2017. One of them caught my attention: “The real reason you’re gaining weight as you get older.” This article, featuring insight from Dr. Caroline Apovian, the Director of the
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