Methodist New Year New You

One of the top New Year’s resolutions for 2020 is to lose weight, followed by going to the gym and being healthier in general. These are great goals, but not everyone achieves them. In some cases, extra help may be needed. Importance of Fitness and Health When focusing on what you want to accomplish this…

Studies have found that one of the primary risk factors associated with COVID-19 is obesity. While the data is far from conclusive, there seems to be a relationship between excess weight and severe coronavirus symptoms, meaning maintaining a healthy weight could be one way to reduce the risk. Obesity Puts People at Risk for Severe…

Are you recovering from gastric bypass surgery? You may be wondering how to care for yourself after surgery. This article is part two of our aftercare guide for gastric bypass to assist you in this process. If you missed part one of our series, read about what to expect in your first few weeks here….

The thyroid gland of the human body controls metabolism, or the speed at which the body digests foods and processes feelings associated with hunger and satiation.  Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body fails to produce enough thyroid hormone.  As a result, those with hypothyroidism experience the symptoms of a slow metabolism.   These symptoms…

There are many scenarios that can trigger acid reflux, and exercise is one of them. If you experience heartburn while running, lifting, or otherwise working out, you may have exercise induced gastrointestinal reflux disease, or GERD. What Is Exercise Induced GERD? Exercise induced GERD is acid reflux that results from physical activity. In other words,…