Category: Patient Resources

How to Change Your Mindset

Beau Cowan, a motivational speaker with Cerebral Palsy, shares his struggles with mental health and his tips for creating a mindset to DOMINATE your day.

Treat Yourself as you Treat Those you Love

If you want to build self-confidence, live happier, and feel less guilt or shame during your weight loss journey – it begins with how you speak to yourself.

Perspective is Everything

Our perspective comes from multiple places – it can depend on your mood, how much sleep you had, preconceived beliefs, etc… AND it can make or break whether you achieve your goals or live a life filled with joy.

How to Build Healthier Habits

For a habit to occur – there must be a CUE – CRAVING – RESPONSE – and a REWARD. Dr. Dan explains to change a habit, you must have all 4 components… especially the right REWARD!

Why is obesity considered a chronic disease?

Have you (or someone you know) lost a lot of weight, only to gain it back (and then some)? We explain why diets don’t work, share a study of 10,000 people who’ve lost weight and the reality of how they kept it off.

What is Obesity?

What is obesity? How do I know if I’m obese? What are the risks associated? Dr. Dan explains it all – and whether BMI is a good tool to measure obesity.

What are Powder Greens (and other superfoods)?

Superfoods such as Green Powder, Goji Berry, Turmeric, etc. have gained popularity over the last several years. But are they worth it? We break down what they are… and why you may want to incorporate them into your diet.

How to Stop Wasting Food

With the Coronavirus Pandemic, ALL OF US are looking for ways to save money at home. One big grocery money-saving tip is preventing food waste and getting creative in the kitchen. Read on!

Healthy Easter Recipes & Treat Ideas

We’ve compiled healthy Easter recipes, healthy (and healthy-ish) Easter treat ideas, non-candy Easter basket stuffers, and family activities you can do online.

Sugar: The Ninja of All Ingredients

There are many different kinds of sugar/sweeteners. Learn about sugar’s many ‘disguises’ –
and how you can reduce the amount of sugar you eat daily.