by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | May 19, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
Obesity isn’t just a matter of comfort or aesthetics, it’s a condition that can significantly reduce your life span. Research has shown that severe obesity can shorten life expectancy by as much as 8 to 10 years, making it comparable to the effects of lifelong...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | May 12, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
For countless individuals struggling with obesity, dieting feels like a never-ending battle: temporary success followed by inevitable weight regain. Despite intense efforts, the scale always seems to bounce back. This isn’t a lack of willpower, it’s a biological trap...
by David E. Hargroder, M.D. | May 5, 2025 | Understanding Obesity
For far too long, society has framed obesity as a personal weakness — a failure of willpower, a character flaw, or laziness. This outdated belief has done incredible harm, not only by fueling stigma but by steering millions away from the real, science-backed...
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...
