by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Feb 3, 2025 | General
Breathing is a basic necessity of life, but for individuals struggling with obesity, it can be a daily challenge. Obesity doesn’t just affect metabolism and heart health—it also severely impacts respiratory function. From restricted airflow to reduced lung capacity,...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Jan 27, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
When most people think of obesity, they often consider conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or joint pain. However, obesity also has a profound impact on the immune system, compromising the body’s natural ability to fight off infections and illnesses. Excess...
by trevor | Jan 20, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
When most people think of obesity, they often consider conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or joint pain. However, obesity also has a profound impact on the immune system, compromising the body’s natural ability to fight off infections and illnesses. Excess...
by trevor | Jan 13, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
Breathing is a basic necessity of life, but for individuals struggling with obesity, it can be a daily challenge. Obesity doesn’t just affect metabolism and heart health—it also severely impacts respiratory function. From restricted airflow to reduced lung capacity,...
by trevor | Jan 6, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity and hypertension (high blood pressure) are a dangerous pair that affect millions of people worldwide. As excess weight places strain on the body, it also puts an enormous amount of pressure on the cardiovascular system, leading to hypertension, heart disease,...
by trevor | Dec 31, 2024 | Weight Loss Success Stories
Ruby, a long-time Missouri resident, underwent mini gastric bypass surgery more than a decade ago. Now in her mid-70s, she reflects on a journey that changed the trajectory of her life. At the time of surgery, Ruby weighed 275 pounds and faced serious health...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 30, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity is often seen as a purely physical issue, but its effects run much deeper. For millions of individuals, the psychological impact of obesity is just as damaging as the physical health risks. The constant battle with weight, compounded by social stigma,...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 23, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity affects nearly every aspect of the body, but one of the most debilitating and common complications is joint pain. For those living with obesity, the physical burden of excess weight places immense stress on the joints, particularly those in the knees, hips,...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 16, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
For many people struggling with obesity, sleep is not a time of rest—it’s a nightly battle for breath. Sleep apnea, a condition characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, is alarmingly common among obese individuals. What’s even more concerning is...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Dec 9, 2024 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity is more than just excess weight—it is a chronic disease that triggers inflammation throughout the body. While inflammation is the body’s natural defense against injury and infection, when it becomes chronic, it can lead to serious health problems, including...
