Metabolic Medical Center News

Is the Butter Queen to Blame?

2012-01-23T10:08:00.010-05:00

Editorial: Susan Jones Paula Deen has come under attack very recently for promoting her style of cooking while having had Type 2 Diabetes for 3 years. There are sighs of "I told you so" and a lot of "What did you expect", but how much blame should she take? She is cetainly not the cause of poor eating habits and Type 2 Diabetes in America, but she does raise the issues of moderation and

Weight loss goals in 2012

2012-01-18T16:29:00.000-05:00

1. Be Specific. Reflect on 2011. Identify triggers, situations, and habits that were not healthy. Take time to think about what you’d like to accomplish in the new year with your weight loss. • Do you think there may be medical problem? • Do you eat when you are stressed out? • Do you eat when you are bored?It isn’t always about willpower. Medical problems can make losing weight

It is cold outside

2012-01-15T14:09:00.002-05:00

When it gets cold out, I like to fix a nice hot cup of hot chocolate. Not the regular one, but the one that is good for you. You might as well get in your protein while thinking your cheating on your diet. There are so many flavors to try. Metabolic Medical Centers carry a wide variety; not only at each office, but online. You can go to http.shop.metabolicmedicalcenter.com to look at all the

Great tips for Busy Mom's

2012-01-13T15:41:00.000-05:00

"Knowing is half the battle", and if you know what’s coming, you’ll be able to fight temptation. Grocery stores have worked with marketing companies for years to entice shoppers to splurge. MMC patients run the risk of gaining pounds while losing money. Kids eye it and you buy it. Moms are familiar with this scenario: Your kids see sugary processed cereals with cartoon characters.

Metabolic Medical Center Shake Recipes

2012-01-12T22:09:00.003-05:00

Metabolic Shake Recipes Enjoy some of these weight loss shake recipes. “Very Chocolate” 1pkg chocolate shake mix 8oz. cold water ice cubes 1 tsp. chocolate extract Blend Until Smooth “Chocolate Nut Fudge” 1pkg chocolate shake mix 8oz. cold water ice cubes 1 tsp. walnut extract Blend Until Smooth “Dr. Pepper Delight” 1pkg chocolate shake mix 8oz. Diet Dr. Pepper ice

Blasting Belly Fat

2012-01-12T21:13:00.000-05:00

Blasting Belly Fat by Metabolic Medical Center on Monday, November 7, 2011 at 10:11am Considered just a part of getting older, an expanding waistline has become something to accept, like wrinkles. Increasing belly fat is more dangerous than just putting an eye out from a popped jeans button. Belly fat has been linked to higher risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain

HCG in the News

2011-04-04T18:47:00.001-04:00

HCG Diet Dangers: Is Fast Weight Loss Worth the Risk? It's dubious. There's no good evidence it works. But hCG dieters insist they're dropping pounds, fast. By Angela Haupt, U.S. News & World Report Thousands of people are latching onto a diet that promises rapid weight loss—up to 30 pounds a month—and, judging by its recent surge in popularity, actually delivers. But the so-called hCG diet

Metabolic Medical Center Greatest Loser Challenge

2009-06-19T10:56:00.002-04:00

The Greatest Loser Challenge is underway. Go to our websitewww.mmcdiet.com or visit our message boardwww.mmcdietforum.com for more information and updates.

Metabolic Weight Loss Challange

2009-06-10T09:36:00.002-04:00

Metabolic Medical Centers of Murrells Inlet is having a weight loss challenge between radio, TV, and magazine. We have chosen one person from each catagory to perticipate. We will be posting the results on our website every two weeks.Go to www.mmcdiet.com for the results.

MMC to open new location in Columbia SC

2009-02-19T09:20:00.002-05:00

Metabolic Medical Centers are proud to announce the opening of our 2nd office in Columbia SC. We will be opening March 3rd and will be located off of Harbison Blvd.Please call our office to schedule appointments.

Metabolic Medical Center opening in Murrells Inlet

2008-11-14T14:45:00.002-05:00

Metabolic Medical Center is pleased to announce our new officein Murrells Inlet. We will be taking new patients starting inDecember.If you would like to schedule an appointment our phone numberis (843) 357-2851We are located on Hwy 17 South near the bypass. #4017We are in the Carolina OBGYN Building Suite 202

Obesity in Children study and vascular damage

2008-11-12T06:53:00.002-05:00

Heart Health at Risk for Obese KidsStudy: Children Can Suffer From Advanced Artery DamageNov. 12, 2008 RSS Artery damage is something most people associate with adults, but a new study from Children's Mercy Hospital in Missouri shows overweight kids can suffer advanced arterial damage. More than 25 percent of children in the U.S. are obese, and while obesity has been linked to a number of

Endocrinologists Issue Consensus Statement on Pre-Diabetes

2008-07-24T15:59:00.001-04:00

By Todd Neale, Staff Writer, MedPage TodayPublished: July 24, 2008Reviewed by Zalman S. Agus, MD; Emeritus Professor University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Earn CME/CE creditfor reading medical news JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 24 -- The treatment of pre-diabetes requires intensive lifestyle modification and the use of drugs for high-risk patients, declared a consensus statement issued here

Obesity and Children

2008-05-29T10:14:00.002-04:00

Study hints obesity epidemic among US children has peakedBy LINDSEY TANNER – 18 hours ago CHICAGO (AP) — The percentage of American children who are overweight or obese appears to have leveled off after a 25-year increase, according to new figures that offer a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dismal battle."That is a first encouraging finding in what has been unremittingly bad news," said Dr.

Dairy Products Claims

2008-05-15T14:37:00.001-04:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Recent claims that low-fat dairy products or calcium can help people lose weight are untrue, according to a review of the published scientific literature, which shows that neither dairy products in general nor calcium intake promote weight loss."Don't believe the hype," Dr. Amy Joy Lanou told Reuters Health. "The ads that promote milk as helping to achieve a healthy

3 Lessons From the Biggest Loser

2008-04-10T10:31:00.002-04:00

All over the world, night after night, millions of people are riveted to their TV sets - but not to watch the latest soap, or CSI. Not to watch Jay Leno or Sex in the City. Not to see who outwits, outlasts and outplays others in Survivor. No - they are spellbound by the efforts of a small band of obese people trying to overcome the effects of years of overeating. It's not surprising that for so

Babies who get less than 12 hrs sleep a day face twice the risk of being overweight as preschoolers.

2008-04-08T17:47:00.002-04:00

Too Little Sleep Leads to Too Much Weight for KidsAnd some parents may unsuspectingly contribute to their child's sleep problems, researchers sayBy Steven ReinbergPosted 4/8/08MONDAY, April 7 (HealthDay News) -- Babies who get less than 12 hours of sleep a day face twice the risk of being overweight as preschoolers.And, some parents may inadvertently contribute to their child's sleep problems by

8 Glasses of Water Question - What do you think?

2008-04-03T21:03:00.003-04:00

These studies do not take into account that the majority of people do not drink enough water to stay properly hydrated; and as a result will not benifit from these conditions. I do not see any evidence that drinking 8 glasses of water will hinder weight loss, and in fact, not drinking enough water will have negative results. So how does this really help? Tell us what you think.Just as most of the

Adult Obesity

2008-03-21T09:08:00.000-04:00

Today, more than 65 percent of adults in the United States are overweight or obese. Obesity puts people at increased risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, and some forms of cancer.The large number of people with obesity and the serious health risks that come with it make understanding its causes and treatment crucial. This fact sheet

Body Mass Requirement Formula

2008-03-19T05:52:00.003-04:00

A healthy diet includes a balance of the following key macronutrients:- Good carbohydrates: whole grains, fruits and vegetables.- Lean proteins: chicken and turkey (skinless), eggs, low-fat dairy products and small amounts of lean red meats, legumes.- Healthy fats: salmon, Omega-3 eggs, olive oil, flaxseed oil, walnuts, almonds, avocados, hemp and flax oil.The right balance of these foods is

Build Healthy Suroundings

2008-03-18T18:14:00.001-04:00

If you're eager to be a positive force, there’s no shortage of people that could use some help. In 1994, 10-20% of every U.S. state’s population was considered obese. By 2001, the numbers in 30 states grew to 20% or more. According to the American Medical Association, more than 1 of every 4 adults in Alabama is obese. Being overweight is an international problem, and it just keeps getting worse

Genetics and Obesity

2008-03-17T16:18:00.001-04:00

A new research shows that an entire network of genes in the body is disrupted by overeating and this not only causes obesity, but also diabetes and heart disease. In two related studies, scientists at Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) and their collaborators used large-scale analyses of data on DNA variations, gene expression patterns in disease-relevant tissues and clinical data to identify

Arena says safety board clears obesity drug trial | Industries | Healthcare | Reuters

2008-03-17T10:43:00.000-04:00

Arena says safety board clears obesity drug trial | Industries | Healthcare | Reuters

Daily exercise improves quality of life among postmenopausal women

2008-03-13T21:50:00.001-04:00

A new study of how exercise can increase the quality of life among postmenopausal women showed that physical training gives energy, vitality and improves emotional state. This study is a continuation of the Dose Response to Exercise in postmenopausal Women (DREW) study, but this time it shows really great and impressive results. The whole process looks like this: 430 women (57 year old on

New AMA Weight Loss Study out

2008-03-13T10:40:00.001-04:00

The American Medical Association just released a weight loss study. Go to www.mmcdiet.com to download the complete study.

Weight Loss More Effective Than Intensive Insulin Therapy For Type 2 Diabetics

2008-03-12T14:45:00.001-04:00

ScienceDaily (Mar. 11, 2008) — Weight-loss and major lifestyle changes may be more effective than intensive insulin therapy for overweight patients with poorly controlled, insulin-resistant type 2 diabetes, according to a diabetes researcher at UT Southwestern Medical Center.The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health recently halted part of an ongoing

Stick with a weight loss program for at least 3 months to be effective study shows.

2008-03-11T07:10:00.000-04:00

Johns Hopkins Health Alerts reviews the latest research on weight loss and whether or not commercial weight loss programs actually work. New York, NY (PRWEB) March 11, 2008 -- Johns Hopkins Health Alerts has just released a review of the latest research on weight loss, which shows that the longer you stay in a commercial weight-loss program, the more likely you are to achieve weight loss, and the

Be Healthy

2008-03-08T17:16:00.000-05:00

Did you know? Being healthy and active can help give you the energy to keep up with the demands of your busy life, take better care of yourself, and be there for the people who depend on you. If you are overweight and inactive, you are more likely to get:type 2 diabetes (high blood sugar)heart diseasehigh blood pressurestrokecertain forms of cancerYou may improve your health if you Move More and

Overweight Kids Lose More Weight When Parents Do Too

2008-03-07T21:58:00.000-05:00

When families enroll in a weight-control treatment program, parent weight loss predicts child weight loss. Kids not only lose weight when parents do, they lose more when their parents lose more.This finding is the result of analyzing body mass index (BMI) changes in parents and children participating in one of three family-based behavioral weight-control studies. One hundred forty-two obese

Tips for a Healthy New Year

2008-03-07T21:46:00.000-05:00

Vow to treat yourself to good health this year. Eating nutritious foods and getting regular physical activity may improve your health, boost your energy level, and help you feel good about yourself. These six simple tips may help you eat better, be more physically active, and enjoy a healthier new year.Hang up old habits. Before you plunge into making resolutions that may be too tough to keep, it

Subtle Cues and Dish Size Affect Portions

2008-03-07T21:41:00.000-05:00

Subtle Cues and Dish Size Affect PortionsIt is no secret that portion sizes have expanded along with Americans’ waistlines. Restaurants and super-sizing options are frequently blamed, but we are also guilty of serving ourselves too much food. A study conducted by researchers at Cornell University found that our tendency to over serve ourselves is influenced by the size of dishes and utensils.The

What is type 2 diabetes?

2008-03-07T20:21:00.001-05:00

Type 2 diabetes is a disease in which blood sugar levels are above normal. High blood sugar is a major cause of coronary heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, amputation, and blindness. In 2002, diabetes was the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes in the United States. This form of diabetes is most often associated with old age,

What are the risks to my health from being overweight?

2008-03-07T20:17:00.001-05:00

Weighing too much may increase your risk for developing many health problems. If you are overweight or obese, you may be at risk for:* type 2 diabetes * metabolic syndrome * certain types of cancer * sleep apnea * osteoarthritis * gallbladder disease * fatty liver disease * pregnancy complications You may be able to lower your health risks by losing weight, doing regular physical activity, and

What is metabolic syndrome?

2008-03-07T20:13:00.001-05:00

The metabolic syndrome is a group of obesity-related risk factors for coronary heart disease and diabetes. A person has the metabolic syndrome if he or she has three or more of the following risk factors:A large waistline. For men, this means a waist measurement of 40 inches or more. For women, it means a waist measurement of 35 inches or more [1]. High triglycerides or taking medication to treat

What is metabolic syndrome?

2008-03-07T20:13:00.000-05:00

The metabolic syndrome is a group of obesity-related risk factors for coronary heart disease and diabetes. A person has the metabolic syndrome if he or she has three or more of the following risk factors: A large waistline. For men, this means a waist measurement of 40 inches or more. For women, it means a waist measurement of 35 inches or more [1]. High triglycerides or taking medication to

Recipes from our Bluffton Office : Metabolic Medical Center

2008-03-06T09:58:00.000-05:00

Recipes from our Bluffton Office : Metabolic Medical CenterThese are some great receipts from our Hilton Head Weight Loss Center.Enjoy

Food for Thought : Metabolic Medical Center Journaling for Weight loss

2008-03-06T09:57:00.000-05:00

Food for Thought : Metabolic Medical Center

Another pill promise

2008-03-06T09:50:00.001-05:00

Thursday, March 6th 2008, 4:00 AMGettyConsumers may eat up the latest trendy weight loss supplement, but health experts doubt the pills' effectiveness."Eat all you want and still lose weight" boast the ads for Akavar 20/50, one of the most heavily advertised new weight-loss supplements on the market.Their promise gets caught in your head, not simply because it's repeated - no, shouted - multiple

New Protein Shake Recipe for March

2008-03-06T01:07:00.000-05:00

Shake Recipes : Metabolic Medical Center

Metabolic Medical Centers : A Doctor's "Weigh" to a Healthier You.

2008-03-06T00:59:00.000-05:00

Metabolic Medical Centers : A Doctor's "Weigh" to a Healthier You.

Interesting Article

2008-03-04T15:34:00.003-05:00

ScienceDaily (Mar. 4, 2008) — The cannabinoid receptors best known for delivering the psychological effects of marijuana also explain the connection between chronic alcohol use and a buildup of fat in the liver, according to a report in the March issue of Cell Metabolism. Alcoholic fatty liver can progress to more serious disease, and alcoholism is a leading cause of liver disease in Western

Stay on that diet when dineing out

2008-03-04T08:08:00.003-05:00

It's a lot easier to control what you are going to eat in a restaurant than at someone else's dinner table. At a restaurant, you pay, so you can say. But as a guest, it's different. If it's a casual meal with close friends, you can discuss what you can and can't eat - and even BYOF: bring your own food. If it's a social or business affair, it's harder but it's up to you to be proactive. Start by

Prepayment Nightmare

2008-02-25T07:53:00.001-05:00

Lambrini LukidisCreated: 2/24/2008 11:06:09 PMUpdated: 2/24/2008 11:39:34 PMWYOMING- Kim Belanger has buyer's remorse; nearly $2,000 worth. In an effort to be healthy, the college student signed herself up for LA Weight Loss. “I --> WYOMING- Kim Belanger has buyer's remorse; nearly $2,000 worth.In an effort to be healthy, the college student signed herself up for LA Weight Loss.“I just have a

Obesity and Cancer Risk

2008-02-15T11:42:00.001-05:00

Obesity Raises Cancer RiskBritish study details differences between genders, ethnic groupsBy Amanda GardnerPosted 2/15/08FRIDAY, Feb. 15 (HealthDay News) -- The more weight you carry on your body, the greater your odds of developing cancer, British researchers report.This is true not only of fairly common cancers such as colon and breast, but also of lesser known varieties, including gallbladder.

Artificial Sweetners

2008-02-14T09:27:00.000-05:00

Diet Soda, Metabolic Syndrome, and Weight LossFebruary 12, 2008 03:24 PM ET Katherine Hobson Permanent LinkAs I write this, I am nursing a glass of Diet Pepsi, one of the embarrassing number that I put away on a typical day (starting about five minutes after I wake up, to my boyfriend's abject horror). I've resolved to cut back on my consumption in the past, mostly because I'm cheap enough to

Girls who feel unpopular more likely to get fat

2008-01-09T08:15:00.000-05:00

By Anne HardingNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Adolescent girls who rank themselves at the bottom of the social totem pole are more likely to gain weight over time than their peers with a more positive view of their social standing, new research shows.Based on these findings, programs aiming to prevent overweight and obesity in teen girls should focus on helping them feel better about themselves, as

Promising Diabetes Study

2008-01-08T08:52:00.000-05:00

Sirtris Reports Promising Diabetes StudyBy KEITH J. WINSTEINJanuary 8, 2008Sirtris Pharmaceuticals Inc. said its formulation of resveratrol, a substance found in red wine, helped diabetics lower their blood sugar in an early-stage clinical trial.Sirtris, Cambridge, Mass., is working on commercializing resveratrol and related drugs to fight a number of diseases. Advocates suspect resveratrol may

Can sleep trouble cause diabetes?

2008-01-01T09:44:00.000-05:00

Can sleep trouble cause diabetes?U. OF C. STUDY Volunteers who were roused needed more insulinJanuary 1, 2008BY JIM RITTER Health Reporter/jritter@suntimes.comResearchers have identified a possible new risk factor for diabetes: not getting a good night's sleep.In a small study, University of Chicago researchers tested the theory on nine healthy young adults in a sleep lab.For three nights,

Obesity Study

2007-11-29T10:16:00.000-05:00

New CDC Study Finds No Increase in Obesity Among Adults; But Levels Still HighFor Immediate Release: November 28, 2007Contact: CDC National Center for Health Statistics Office of Communication (301) 458-4800E-mail: nchsquery@cdc.govObesity Among Adults in the United States--No Change Since 2003-2004. Data Brief Number1, November 2007. 8 pp. After a quarter century of increases, obesity prevalence

Pedometers

2007-11-27T12:35:00.000-05:00

Pedometer gets people up and walkingTuesday, November 27, 2007My workplace has made an investment and a push for all of the employees to use a pedometer. The hope is that it will increase our activity level and lead to health benefits. Is there any value in such a program?A pedometer is a pager-sized device that counts the number of steps walked per day. The device is most commonly worn on the

Prostate Cancer Study

2007-11-14T08:53:00.000-05:00

Prostate Cancer Death Risk Higher In Obese Or Overweight MenFeatured ArticleMain Category: Prostate / Prostate Cancer NewsArticle Date: 13 Nov 2007 - 3:00 PSTAUS study found that men who are obese or overweight when diagnosed with prostate cancer have a higher risk of death after treatment.The study was conducted by Dr Jason Efstathiou of the Department of Radiation Oncology, Massachusetts

Glycemic Index Database

2007-09-21T23:15:00.000-04:00

Good database for looking up the glycemic index onfoods. From The University of Sidneyhttp://www.glycemicindex.com/

type II Diabetes (article from Bloomberg)

2007-09-21T21:47:00.000-04:00

Rich or Poor, Fat People Have Higher Diabetes Risk (Update2)By Frances SchwartzkopffSept. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Fat people who are rich are just as likely to develop a precursor to diabetes as those who are poor, suggesting that money for a healthier diet and better treatment matters less than being active, researchers reported.Obese people employed in professional jobs had just as much difficulty

Good BMI Chart

2007-09-20T21:41:00.001-04:00

I found this chart on Wikipedia.org.The link is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_mass_index clipped from en.wikipedia.org

New section on MMC website

2007-09-08T19:39:00.000-04:00

Finding a resturant that serves healthy foods these days is not easy. So, we have decided to look for resturants that wont make you go off your program. Our first resturant that we visited is located in Mt. Pleasant. Go to the MMC website for a full article on what we ordered. The new section is called Healthy Eats.

Good information on Dietary Supplements

2007-09-02T22:35:00.001-04:00

Here is a link to a site that has all the information you ever wanted to know about dietary supplements. Check it out.http://ods.od.nih.gov/Health_Information/Information_About_Individual_Dietary_Supplements.aspx

Nutritional Values in the Foods we eat

2007-09-02T22:23:00.000-04:00

I found this government website to be usefull in finding the nutritional value in foods.http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/ It is very detailed.