A New Tool for Success

January 26, 2010, by Dr. Mark A. Colquitt

As an emotional coping mechanism, many obese people convince themselves that they are not overweight. Conversely, after successfully losing weight, some bariatric patients judge themselves too critically and fail to see an honest reflection of their new bodies. (more…)

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Childhood Obesity: A Growing Problem

January 18, 2010, by Dr. Mark A. Colquitt

Are those extra pounds little Johnny is carrying just a little baby fat, or are they indicative of a more serious problem? The startling truth is that in America nearly one child in five is obese or overweight. (more…)

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Extra Pounds Can Mean Extra Dollars Out of Your Pocket

January 12, 2010, by Dr. Mark A. Colquitt

In today’s economy, most people are keeping a close eye on the bottom line and trying to save money by any means possible.

As national retailers and restaurants will attest, people aren’t going shopping and eating out as often as they did before the economic crisis hit. Eating out less could lead to more savings than many people realize. By making fewer trips to fast food restaurants – and other dining establishments where there is a temptation to overindulge – overweight people can shed unwanted pounds, improve their health and reduce medical expenses. (more…)

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Weight Loss Surgery: Much More than Aesthetics

January 6, 2010, by Dr. Mark A. Colquitt

Americans are fixated on losing weight. So much so, the process has spawned a successful network television show, and advertisements featuring “before” and “after” photos of people who have successfully lost large amounts of weight are sure attention-getters. (more…)

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