Feed a Cold, Starve a Fever?

Feed a Cold, Starve a Fever?

Feed a Cold, Starve a Fever? There are many old mantras that have been passed down through the generations.  One of these mantras is “feed a cold, starve a fever.”  So, is there any validity to it?  What’s important to remember is that when you are sick, you have to...
3 Incision Care Tips for Minimal Scarring

3 Incision Care Tips for Minimal Scarring

3 Incision Care Tips for Minimal Scarring So, you want to commence your rapid weight loss journey through surgery — congratulations! By doing so you are taking decisive steps towards a healthier life. At Advanced Surgical and Weight Loss Institute, Dr. Diego Velarde...

Do Not Surrender After Victory

Do Not Surrender After Victory Studies have shown that most people who achieve significant weight loss gain back 80% to 120% of the weight they lost within one year. Everyone is aware of the health risks associated with obesity, but medical evidence seems to indicate...

Bariatric Surgery Success

Bariatric Surgery Success Do you know anyone who has had bariatric surgery, like gastric sleeve or lap band surgery, to promote weight loss? Was it successful? Anecdotes abound in both directions. Why does it work for some people and not for others? Every reputable...

Are Beverages Undermining Your Fitness?

Are Beverages Undermining Your Fitness? Are you frustrated at your lack of progress in reaching your weight-loss goals? Sometimes people who are committed to diet and exercise fail to consider the impact your beverage selection has on your calorie intake. It has been...