by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Nov 11, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
For decades, the prevailing belief was that obesity was simply a matter of eating too much and exercising too little. However, scientific research has revealed that genetics play a significant role in determining body weight and susceptibility to obesity. For many...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Nov 4, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity affects much more than health metrics—it profoundly impacts how individuals view themselves. For many, carrying excess weight becomes intertwined with feelings of shame, inadequacy, and self-doubt. But these feelings don’t arise in a vacuum—they’re fueled by a...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Oct 28, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity doesn’t just affect the body—it deeply affects the mind. While the physical effects of obesity are widely discussed, its emotional toll often goes unrecognized. For many, the struggle with obesity includes an invisible burden: depression, anxiety, isolation,...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Jul 2, 2024 | MGB Conversations
Far too often, individuals internalize obesity as a personal failure. They believe it’s their fault, that if they had just tried harder, eaten less, or exercised more, they would have avoided the pain. But science tells us otherwise. Obesity is not about...