One out of five Americans smokes tobacco regularly. Even so, people are (or become) aware of the dangers that tobacco may pose (including lung cancer and high blood pressure) and take up the quest to end their addiction to tobacco. But the road is long, and not without pitfalls; the average smoker attempts to quit […]
Medical Conditions that make Weight Loss Difficult
What common medical conditions are associated with obesity? This is an important question, because if a condition is not recognized and treated, your best efforts at losing weight may be futile. As briefly mentioned in yesterday’s blog, six common conditions include: Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid): The thyroid is a walnut sized gland in the front part […]