Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine: Navigating the Science and Myths Longevity and anti-aging medicine have become increasingly popular fields of interest, fueled by humanity’s eternal quest to extend life and maintain vitality. As of 2025, substantial research supports certain treatments and interventions, while many myths and unproven claims continue to circulate. This article provides clarity on…
Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine: Navigating the Science and Myths Longevity and anti-aging medicine have become increasingly popular fields of interest, fueled by humanity’s eternal quest to extend life and maintain vitality. As of 2025, substantial research supports certain treatments and interventions, while many myths and unproven claims continue to circulate. This article provides clarity on…
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists, notably semaglutide and tirzepatide, have transformed the landscape of diabetes and obesity management. As these medications demonstrate significant benefits in controlling blood sugar, reducing cardiovascular risk, and promoting substantial weight loss, understanding the complexities surrounding their insurance coverage, compounding alternatives, and financial considerations is essential. Understanding GLP-1 Medications: Semaglutide and…
Introduction Contrave is a medication approved by FDA in 2014 for chronic weight management in overweight (BMI ≥27 kg/m2) and obese (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) patients with at least one weight-related comorbidity. Qualifying weight-related comorbidities include cardiovascular disease (consisting of hypertension, dyslipidemia, or heart failure), prediabetes, type 2 diabetes mellitus, osteoarthritis, polycystic ovarian syndrome and…
By Cassandra Sampson, MS, RD, LDN Losing weight is multifaceted. It’s much more than just calories in vs. calories out. Losing weightand keeping it off requires creating healthy habits and routines. Habits are the things that we repeatedly do on purpose. The quality of our lives often dependson the quality of our habits. Transitioning into…
t is not uncommon for people to fall into the habit of using food to cope with stress and emotions, rather than opting for alternative methods. If this habit is not addressed, years of stress eating and emotional eating can lead to significant unwanted weight gain.
What if you stop Wegovy? If you’re considering taking WeGovy or other GLP1 medications for weight loss with or without diabetes, you may be wondering what happens when you stop taking the medication once you achieve your ideal body weight. A recent study by Wilding in 2022 looked at the effects of semaglutide the active…
Have you been feeling tired, sluggish or just not your best? You might be making some common nutrition mistakes that are easy to fix. Let’s take a look at these 5 mistakes and what you can do instead to nourish your body and feel your best with weight loss.
One of the most common health disorders Americans face today is diabetes mellitus. More than likely, if you were not diagnosed with diabetes before the age of 30, or are overweight and/or inactive, you have what is known as Type 2 diabetes. All forms of diabetes require management of blood sugar levels overnight and before…
