Weigh to Wellness Denver

11/14/2025

What is the difference between motivation and discipline, and what should we rely on to follow through with our goals? Read this month's blog post for more guidance on ways to support and maintain healthy habits.

11/14/2025

What can we expect from last week’s announcement about increased access to anti-obesity medications for Medicare recipients? Below is an explainer of the details from Joe Nadglowski, the fearless leader of the OAC.
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Last week brought major movement in obesity care. While the OAC team was connecting with partners and advocates at ObesityWeek, historic news broke from Washington — Medicare is set to cover obesity medications starting in 2026. In our latest blog, OAC CEO Joe Nadglowski reflects on this incredible week, what it means for the future of access to care and the work that still lies ahead. Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/3JSoLOH

10/30/2025

With November’s SNAP benefits on hold, many families will need to make their food budgets stretch a little further. Our Dietitian Liz has gathered some helpful resources to make the most of every grocery dollar — check them out in her blog post!

The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly benefits to low-income individuals and families to help them afford nutritious food that is essential for health and well-being. SNAP is utilized by more than 40 million Americans and is one of the most effective anti-pove

10/10/2025

I’m looking forward to joining the Diabetes Association’s Ask the Experts event on October 14 at 2:00 p.m. ET! I’ll be answering your questions on how to get involved and help improve obesity care through advocacy. Join the conversation and register today at bit.ly/45LxBoo.

08/29/2025

The OAC does a great job breaking down what is happening with efforts to increase coverage for comprehensive obesity treatment and especially anti-obesity medications. They are a great resource for education on the chronic disease of obesity generally as well!

Join us and the Obesity Action Coalition - OAC for an important educational webinar on 9/23 to better understand the current environment around access to obesity treatments.

The Obesity Medicine Landscape – Challenges, Opportunities & The Path Forward will bring together patient advocates and healthcare experts to inform advocates and stakeholders of barriers to treatment access for patients with obesity and opportunities to improve access to obesity medicine.

Register today! http://bit.ly/4mx9Qaz

03/05/2025

Finding joy in physical activity can feel daunting, especially if you’ve struggled to make it part of your routine in the past. But fitness doesn’t have to be about pushing yourself through grueling workouts you dread—it can be about discovering movement that brings you happiness and makes you feel good.

Learn how to embrace joyful movement, find exercise you love and build a sustainable fitness routine that supports your well-being.

03/04/2025

Check out this great post by Your Weight Matters on the power of positive self talk.

Learn how shifting your mindset can increase motivation, build resilience and create healthier habits for your journey with weight loss.

03/03/2025

Obesity isn't just about willpower or eating too much - it's a complex chronic disease influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism and environment. Learn more at this great post by the OMA.

In 2013, the AMA declared that obesity is a disease, a controversial claim that has sparked debate. OMA explains why we believe that obesity is a disease.

01/31/2025

What is gluten? Many of us are fearful of this little protein and try our best to avoid it at all costs. Read this blog post to find out why gluten can be so threatening and who should follow a gluten-free diet.

What is gluten? Many of us are fearful of this little protein and try our best to avoid it at all costs. Keep reading to find out why gluten can be so threatening and if we all should follow a gluten-free diet.

01/27/2025

You've done Dry January, now what? Read about some mindful drinking tips in this blog post from our Physician Assistant, Carrie.

Have you been participating in Dry January ? Have you wondered what you are going to do once it is February? Here are some tips for resuming drinking alcohol in February and practicing mindful drinking everyday. There are many health benefits to cutting back on alcohol consumption: Get a boost

10/11/2024

Is it is possible that the quality of a snack can make a positive impact on our weight, or should all snacking be avoided? Keep reading to find out if a handful of popcorn a day keeps the doctor away.

08/31/2024

Due to our patient's understandable frustration with lack of access to the newer anti-obesity medications Wegovy and Zepbound, we get a lot of questions about the compounded versions of semaglutide and tirzepatide. We don't prescribe or sell these compounded versions due to concerns about safety and efficacy, but if interested here is a link to an article from Bev Tchang, MD, a respected endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist on what questions to ask to SAFELY pursue compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide. It is quite a checklist but worthwhile to go through.

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/checklist-compounded-semaglutide-or-tirzepatide-2024a1000en1?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0Zr3WlR8-RiCFPFQKjhuxMBPaAJDBZMJPEqqqtZorI218oLBEbsBQFWp8_aem_cqGuNBAxGy_-E5NXW9cZTw&form=fpf

With the recent FDA warnings against compounded semaglutide, Beverly Tchang, MD, offers guidance for clinicians helping their patients choose compounding pharmacies.