Hi, Everyone –
With some weight-loss supplements, you really never know what you are going to get and that is why it is so important to be an informed consumer. That being said, the FDA recently issued a warning to consumers who might have taken two supplements: StarCaps and Zhen De Shou Fat Loss Capsules. Both [...]
FDA recall of weight-loss supplements
December 2nd, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FDA, FullBar, Media from none @
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 25th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I’m sure this is a crazy week for most of you, but don’t forget to take the time to relax, breathe and enjoy the time with your family. When you feel the stress coming on, get outside and take a walk. Also, if you have a minute, check out some of these interesting [...]
Fat Fighter TV
November 20th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Fat Fighter TV, FatFighterTV, FullBar, Support Network from none @
Hi, Everyone –
An interesting health-focused Web site was recently brought to my attention that has lots of great resources for anyone looking to get healthy. Fat Fighter TV is the brainchild of veteran health reporter Sahar Aker, a journalist who has found her way from news stations across the U.S. to Fat Fighter TV.
The site [...]
Get outside this winter!
November 17th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, exercise in the winter, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Usually, the favorite season for outdoor recreation is summer. It makes sense, warm weather and sunshine are the perfect reason to take your exercise regimen outside; however, there are actually a ton of great things to do outside in the winter as well. Living in Colorado, I might have a little bit easier [...]
How to have the weight-loss conversation with kids
November 14th, 2008 — , Health Blog Posts from none @
How to have the weight-loss conversation with kids
November 13th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Health Blog Posts, Weight-loss for kids, fitness from none @
Shielding your kids from eating disorders
November 10th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Disorders, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Support Network, anorexia, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
A disturbing article came out in the UK’s Sun today. The article discusses the recent rise in the number of young girls battling eating disorders. In just 13 months, the British Pediatric Service Unit reported that there were 206 cases of anorexia in children under the age of 13, and the youngest reported [...]
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The Dangers of Thanksgiving
November 6th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Health Blog Posts from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Thanksgiving is generally the one day of the year where it is considered completely acceptable to eat until you are about ready to explode and then pass out on the couch watching football. Well, self control aside, you can make slight variations to your favorite Thanksgiving recipes so they are healthier and still [...]
Satiety and weight-loss
November 4th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Health Blog Posts from none @
Hi, Everyone –
There is a big trend in weight-loss right now toward products that help you curb your hunger. These satiety-focused products can really be an excellent tool when combined with healthy eating and exercise. As you may know, I actually invented one of these products and it appeared in a satiety story this weekend [...]
Happy Halloween!
October 30th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, halloween from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Halloween is tomorrow and that means candy, candy and more candy. It’s pretty much impossible to limit your kids from eating sweets but you can curb the sugar intake with the proper preparation. iVillage posted an article the other day about healthy options for Halloween – check it out and have a safe, [...]
Science and weight loss
October 27th, 2008 — , AP, Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
An interesting study was recently reported on by the AP about creating foods that actually trick your body into feeling full. Peter Wilde and his team at the Institute of Food Research in Norwich, England have come up with a very interesting idea. They are developing foods that actually slow the digestive process, [...]
Getting ready for the holidays
October 20th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Holiday weight-loss, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone -
The holidays are just around the corner and this is a time when most diets go out the window. Usually it’s the “I’ll wait until January excuse,” buy why not start now? Get a jump on everyone else so you can focus on other things for your New Year’s resolution. Of course there [...]
Are you ready to lose weight?
October 15th, 2008 — , Health Blog Posts from none @
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Criteria for Gastric Bypass
October 14th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Support Network, bariatric surgery, gastric bypass from none @
Hi, Everyone –
An article I was interviewed for in the Denver Metro September edition of M.D. News recently came out, and after reading the article, I realized there is some really important information I have not talked about on this blog. As you may know, I am a bariatric surgeon and the criterion for bariatric [...]
Biggest Loser Recipes
October 10th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Health Blog Posts, The Biggest Loser, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I have talked about the show “The Biggest Loser” before on my blog. Though these contestants are in a very controlled environment, there are quite a few helpful hints that come out of the show. In addition to the eating and exercise advice you can get watching the show, they also have quite [...]
Is there a stigma attached to weight?
October 7th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, fat acceptance, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
A New York Times article last week talked about the growing “fat acceptance movement” and how more attention is being paid to overall health and not just weight. It is definitely true that even a very slim person can be unhealthy, and that a healthy regimen of diet and exercise is key in maintaining overall [...]
What’s the right plan for me?
October 2nd, 2008 — , Dr. Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone,
Kevin over at Weight Ladder posted today about finding the right weight-loss plan for you and you alone. This is a very good point that often times gets overlooked when people are looking for a quick fix. Everyone is different, every body is different and what might work for one person, will not necessarily work for [...]
Breakfast is your best friend
September 30th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, breakfast, eggs from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I’m not sure if you knew this, but September was “Better Breakfast Month,” according to Nutritiondata.com. This last day of BBM presents a good opportunity to stress the importance of starting out your day with a healthy, filling breakfast. Save the excuses of not being able to get up early enough, not having [...]
Be an inspiration
September 25th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Media, Support Network, weight-loss success from none @
Hi Everyone –
There is nothing better than hearing an inspirational story or accomplishment. You know, the kind that give you goosebumps and inspire you to make changes in your own life. One of things I like most about my job is witnessing people accomplish things they didn’t know they could accomplish. Well, I think you should [...]
Eating healthy doesn’t mean eating bland
September 23rd, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar from none @
Hi, Everyone –
There is a common misconception that eating healthy is synonymous with eating bland food. Well, if you do it right, that doesn’t necessarily have to be the case. Today, Shari Rudavsky from the Indianapolis Star shared a recipe from a book that is was actually written for cancer patients who are trying to [...]
The Biggest Loser
September 18th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Media, The Biggest Loser, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Another season of The Biggest Loser debuted this week, continuing the phenomenon. This show has really produced some amazing results, and has no doubt inspired a number of people to undertake their own weight-loss journey. However, it is really important to remember that these people are under incredibly close supervision by medical professionals [...]
What’s your favorite workout?
September 15th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Working Out, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
There are so many new and interesting ways to workout out there. Whether it’s working it on the Wii, yoga, videos or the gym, everyone seems to have a preferred way to pump iron. The most important thing is that you enjoy what you are doing so you will follow through and see [...]
Walk the walk
September 12th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Media, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I have talked about this before, but it just really gets to me when people get up on a soapbox and tell you all how to eat right and be healthy when they don’t make that same commitment to themselves.
Even within the National Bariatric Society there are so many people stepping up and [...]
Is WLS cost effective?
September 10th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, WLS, fitness, weight loss surgery from none @
Hi, Everyone –
WLS, or weight-loss surgery, can be very expensive and is often not covered by insurance. There is also a certain stigma surrounding the procedure, that being that it is unnecessary in some cases. Well, I have performed over 2,000 bariatric surgeries in my career, and I have seen first-hand that WLS is sometimes [...]
American favorites
September 4th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, Healthy recipes from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Who doesn’t love those classic recipes we all grew up with? Well, as delicious as they can be, they are not always the healthiest option. But there is hope! Today on the Indianapolis Star Web site, Joanie Fuson wrote about some favorite all-American recipes with minor changes to make them more healthy but [...]
Trouble at the grocery store
September 2nd, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I hope you all had a great Labor Day weekend – you can almost officially say goodbye to the Summer! When you are re-stocking your house after all the festivities this weekend, make sure you pay attention while you are shopping. The grocery store can be a dangerous place. The snack and cookie [...]
Success along the way
August 28th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Support Network, fitness, weight loss, weight-loss success from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Sometimes I think it can be really easy to get really caught-up in the end result of getting healthy and losing weight. Of course, reaching your ultimate goal is important, but you also need to enjoy the ride. Today, Kevin over at Weight Ladder posted some tips that really hit home. He lists [...]
If you are on a diet, does that mean your family has to be on a diet?
August 25th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, Eating Healthy, FullBar, family weight loss, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I think you all know that it is much easier to stick with a diet if you have a support system. Whether it is a friend, a family member, or online support forums, having someone there through the trials and triumphs is essential for success. However, while those close to you can be [...]
Continue reading → If you are on a diet, does that mean your family has to be on a diet?
Can you believe it?
August 22nd, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, FullBar, Healthy recipes, barbecue from none @
Hi, Everyone -
I can’t believe that Labor Day is already coming up this soon! I guess this means the summer is almost over. But before you put away the pool toys and barbecue, give this guacamole recipe from the Barbecue Blog a try.
Ingredients:
2 avocados (ripe)
1 [...]
Get some sleep!
August 21st, 2008 — , FullBar, Sleep, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
There is an interesting article on msn.com today. It talks about what a lack of sleep can do to your body and weight-loss efforts. According to the article, women who sleep six hours per night were 12 percent more likely to gain a significant amount of weight. Those who slept only five hours [...]
Check it out!
August 19th, 2008 — , FullBar, Media from none @
Hi, Everyone –
It has been an exciting week. Check out my coverage on the Virginian-Pilot and Lancaster New Era online!
Dr. Snyder
Make you a project
August 18th, 2008 — , Dr. Michael Snyder, FullBar, Support Network, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I’m sure that most of you out there like to take-on projects of some kind. Whether it’s DIY projects, hobbies, sports or whatever else, we all have things we like to do in our free time. Well, here’s a thought, how about you make yourself a project?
If I gave you a project, say [...]
Celebrity weight-loss
August 15th, 2008 — , Jennifer Love Hewitt, Media, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone -
My last post discussed the portrayal of weight images in the media, and I’m sure most of you have seen the media frenzy that has surrounded Jennifer Love Hewitt today. The media is glorifying her nearly 20-pound weight loss after photos were taken of her in a bikini and she was dubbed “heavy” [...]
Weighing-in on the media
August 13th, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, FullBar, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Have you ever walked by the the magazine section in the grocery store and noticed that every magazine and newspaper lifestyle section is about losing weight. “Melt off those last 10 pounds” or “40 pounds in 40 days!” I’m pretty sure that none of these magazines would have a prayer of survival without [...]
Prince Chunk
August 12th, 2008 — , FullBar, Health Blog Posts, Prince Chunk from none @
Hi, Everyone -
I’m not sure how many of you have heard of “Prince Chunk,” the famous cat dealing with his own weight issues. This article ran today with another photo of the decadent feline. Apparently, the Camden County Animal Shelter has received close to 500 applications to adopt him. After seeing this photo, I can [...]
Fuggetaboutit
August 8th, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, FullBar, fitness, weight ladder, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Sometimes it amazes me how critical people are of themselves. We are our own toughest critic, but sometimes, we need to cut ourselves a little slack. I often see patients who get so upset when they make a mistake and I always tell them the same thing: FORGET ABOUT IT! You are going [...]
Mmmmmm, desserts!
August 7th, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, Food Network, Michael Chiarello, healthy desserts from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Just because you are being healthy doesn’t mean you can’t splurge with a dessert every now and then. Check out the sweet recipe below from the Food Network’s Michael Chiarello:
Zinful (Sinless) Poached Peaches with Cardamom Yogurt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 cups vanilla yogurt, low-fat or no-fat
8 ripe peaches, peeled
2 lemons, juiced
1 bottle Zinfandel (good [...]
Couch Potato Mice?
August 5th, 2008 — , Aicar, Dr. Ronald Evans, GW1516, Salk Institute, couch potato mice, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
An interesting new drug was discussed in the New York Times earlier this week involving couch potato mice – who knew those existed?! Dr. Ronald Evans from the Salk Institute in San Diego talked about two drugs that have allegedly dramatically improved the endurance of mice. According to the study, the drug Aicar [...]
You are sacrificing yourself
August 4th, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, dieting support, fitness, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I am frustrated with people sacrificing their lives by eating junk and feeling unhealthy, yet the sacrifice of giving up a donut or a soda everyday is seen as unreasonable? Why is this kind of sacrifice seen as being so profound?
You sacrifice to be a good dad, a good worker, a good [...]
Fat Man Unleashed
August 1st, 2008 — , Fat Man Unleashed, Support Network, weight loss from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Weight-loss is really an incredible journey. You have to change not only your habits, but your entire life. I have mentioned before that I have dealt with weight issues in the past and I know how difficult it can be to overcome the struggle.
However, it is amazing what people can do when they [...]
Perfect is boring
July 30th, 2008 — , Diets, Eating Healthy, FullBar, dieting, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
There is a really important trick in getting healthy that a patient recently reminded me of: Let yourself cheat. I actually require that of my patients. This may sound crazy, a doctor telling you that you should cheat on your diet, but if you don’t cheat then you will most definitely fail.
You have [...]
What is a BMI calculator?
July 29th, 2008 — , Health Blog Posts from none @
Hi, Everyone -
I get a lot of questions on BMI. What is BMI? How do you measure it? What do those numbers mean?
BMI is just a ratio, and it uses your weight in kilograms and your height in meters squared. But you really don’t have to get out a bunch of scratch paper or even [...]
Summertime staples
July 28th, 2008 — , Eating Healthy, WebMD, summer recipes from none @
Hi, Everyone –
Summer is winding down (can you believe it!) and everyone is trying to squeeze-in as much outdoor time as possible before the nice weather goes into hibernation. And, of course, food usually goes along with outdoor fun. The problem is that, generally, picnic or barbeque food is not the healthiest. The recipe below [...]
Weight loss support
July 25th, 2008 — , Health Blog Posts from none @
Hi, Everyone -
I talk a lot with my patients about the importance of a good support network. Whether you’ve had weight-loss surgery, if you’re thinking about having it, or even if you just want to lose some weight and keep it off - it’s so crucial to talk about it with people whose opinions you [...]
Sweatin’ to the oldies
July 24th, 2008 — , Exercise, FullBar, The Diet Blog, fitness from none @
Hi, Everyone –
I don’t talk about exercise very often. This is because you’ve all heard it before and I’m not going to teach you how to exercise. I will tell you though that you need to keep it simple. I have met so many people who are on crazy exercise regimens, and of course, they [...]