by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Apr 28, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
While most people associate obesity with heart disease or diabetes, one of the most dangerous and often overlooked conditions linked to obesity is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). This condition, characterized by fat buildup in the liver, affects millions of...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Apr 21, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
When people think of obesity, they often imagine it as simply a problem of eating too much. But for millions of individuals struggling with obesity, the issue isn’t just about willpower or overeating—it’s about leptin resistance, a condition where the body’s natural...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Apr 14, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
When people think about the dangers of obesity, they often focus on diabetes or joint pain. However, one of the most severe and life-threatening complications of obesity is its impact on cardiovascular health. The excess weight carried by the body isn’t just a strain...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Apr 7, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
When people think about the dangers of obesity, they often focus on diabetes or joint pain. However, one of the most severe and life-threatening complications of obesity is its impact on cardiovascular health. The excess weight carried by the body isn’t just a strain...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Mar 31, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity and insulin resistance are closely linked, forming a destructive partnership that contributes to Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and a host of other health problems. Many individuals struggling with obesity are unaware that their inability to lose weight...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | Mar 24, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
For many individuals and couples struggling to conceive, one critical factor often goes overlooked: obesity. While fertility challenges can arise from numerous causes, excess body weight plays a powerful—and often underappreciated—role in reproductive health. The good...
