March 24, 2016
The obesity epidemic in America has received a lot of attention in recent years. Nearly 18% of children and teens in the U.S. are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control. This figure is three times what it was in 1980, showing that we have a lot of room for improvement. Health risks of […]
March 16, 2016
Fall means back to school, winter means cuddles around the fireplace, summer means fun at the beach and spring means…? If you’re at a loss as to how to capitalize on this not-too-hot and not-too-cold time of year, why not try these five things with your family? Not only will you have fun together, but […]
March 10, 2016
At BMI of Texas, we get asked a lot of questions about gastric bypass and weight loss surgery. One of the most frequent questions from our younger female patients is how weight loss surgery will affect their ability to become pregnant. The short answer: It doesn’t really! A post-surgery pregnancy can be safe and healthy […]
March 8, 2016
Spring has sprung and with it new opportunities for good eats! Something about the sun, the songs of the birds, and lovely bursts of flowers makes us want to eat brightly colored, lighter meals. We look around this worldwide Web for low-carb recipes for singles, couples, small groups and parties. Most of these can also […]
February 22, 2016
We’ve all been there: It’s 2 o’clock and you’re ready for a nap. You can grab some green tea, but even that sometimes isn’t enough to steer you away from Sleepy Town. We’ve scoured the internet to find five tips to get you moving during the day! 1. Walk it off It’s easy to stay […]
February 17, 2016
Is low-carb bad for you? Is weight loss surgery dangerous? Can you just skip the diet and work out in order to lose the weight? There are a lot of questions out there and a lot of people answering them—some of them not qualified to do so. We gathered a few of the most pervasive […]
February 12, 2016
Savory San Antonio: Healthy restaurant of the season (winter edition) Boiler House If you like your cuisine with a side of history, then this San Antonio landmark is for you. With a carefully curated wine and craft beer list, this restaurant also features some low-carb menu items to satisfy your gourmet cravings. Whether you head […]
Healthy winter recipes: Breakfast, lunch and dinner done right The cold weather has finally arrived, and with it come some great seasonal recipes. Despite the chill in the air, there are fruits and vegetables flourishing to be used as inspiration. If you’re looking for healthy lifestyle recipes that will not only tempt your taste buds […]
January 22, 2016
Temperatures have dropped and the days have gotten shorter. These factors inhibit neurotransmitter serotonin, which helps control cravings during months of scarce sunlight. Keep your goals in sight and avoid seasonal weight gains by following these five winter weight loss tips. 1. Stick to an eating plan One of the best ways to help with […]
January 14, 2016
The accomplishments of others can be a great motivator on your journey to better health, and knowing that other people share your goals can be very encouraging. To date, more than 1,400 amazing weight loss stories have been shared via CNN’s iReport. Following hours of inspirational reading, we selected our favorite and put together some […]
