Defining Overweight and Obesity: Causes, Consequences, and Tips
Being overweight or obese is often referred to as behavioral issues. However, in today’s modern world, experts have started to view obesity as an actual disease (1). In fact, it has become an epidemic in the US, affecting more than 93 million adults and a little less than 14 million kids and teenagers (2, 3). […]
Everything You Need To Know About Oral Birth Control And Weight Gain
What You Need To Know Many people worried about adding extra pounds often hesitate to use hormonal birth control. The fear of weight gain from birth control pills keeps some at bay. However, that concern may be unnecessary. Research generally shows that birth control doesn’t lead to weight gain. A few might see a slight […]