How to Stay Healthy During The Holidays
Written By: Emma Squillace People sometimes gain 10 pounds or more through the winter holiday season. It’s easy to understand why. Even though we’ve got just a few days of actual holidays, we’re faced with cookies at the office, candy bowls at the bank, holiday parties every weekend, and dinners full of rich foods. But […]
Healthy Holiday Side Dishes
Written By: Emma Squillace If you’re craving holiday foods, but worried about sabotaging your weight loss work, there is hope. Many of the high-calorie foods we love this season can be made more healthy. Today we’ll share our version of some of our favorite holiday side dishes that can help, instead of hurt, your weight […]
Exercise While Traveling
Written By: Emma Squillace Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, to see family for holidays, or to explore a new destination, being out of your routine can make it harder to fit in exercise. If you’re lucky you may be staying in a hotel with a fitness center, but that’s not always the case. […]
10 Things You Need To Know About The Gastric Balloon
Written By: Emma Squillace The gastric balloon is a relatively new procedure. You may have heard about this weight loss option which is gaining popularity around the United States and is an interesting option for people who do not qualify for weight loss surgery, or would prefer a less invasive treatment. Here are 10 things […]
How to Prevent Spider Veins
Written By: Emma Squillace As we get older, many of us will develop spider veins. They often appear on the legs or face, and look like a web of small blue, red, or purple veins. Some people who have spider veins have no symptoms, but others suffer from itchiness, rash, or pain. In addition to […]
Real People, Real Success
Written By: Emma Squillace The day of your procedure at West Medical is an important day for you and for us, but it’s by no means the end of our journey together. Once patients have had their chosen procedure, we are enthusiastic about staying in touch with them and hearing about their successes, struggles, and […]
Navigating Menus: How To Stay Healthy At 5 Chain Restaurants
We all know that cooking at home is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy, well-portioned meal where you are in full control of every ingredient. However, the reality is at-home dining does not always fit into a busy lifestyle. Today we’ll give you some tips for navigating menus of 5 popular chain […]
Meet Dr. Hooman Shabatian
Written By: Emma Squillace Whether you’re looking for medical treatment to cure a disease, or to improve your appearance, picking the right doctor is a critical decision. The doctor you choose is someone you’re trusting with your health, safety, and well-being. So how do people go about making that important of decision? The best thing […]
Eat This, Not That – Fall Foods
Written By: Emma Squillace Fall is the time of year when many of us start craving warm comfort foods. Seasonal drinks, Halloween candy, and filling meals can put a dent in anyone’s diet. You can enjoy the treats of fall without ruining your diet, if you know what to eat and what to avoid. An extra […]
How To Exercise With Kids
Written By: Emma Squillace If you have kids, you probably find that fitting in exercise can be even more challenging since they need your attention. At West Medical we know that when busy moms and dads find ways to exercise with their kids around, they’re more likely to find success in their weight loss journeys. Here […]