Weigh to Wellness Denver

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.

08/02/2024

Read this month’s blog post to find out the answer to these questions: Should we eliminate processed foods… and how do functional foods play a role in our health?

06/06/2024

Announcing the start of our Lifestyle & Education Support Group. First session starts in July. Call the office at 303-321-2383 to find out more.

06/05/2024