Playing the Long Game with GLP-1s
Much has been made about the side effects of GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide in recent years: Unrelenting nausea, which can last for days and lead to episodes of vomiting. Severe constipation for some that can contribute to nausea or other abdominal symptoms. Diarrhea or reflux which can be a major inconvenience in daily […]
The Swiss-Army Knife of (Older) Weight Loss Meds
Semaglutide and tirzepatide have ushered in a new era of medications for weight loss and long-term weight maintenance. But there is an older medicine on the list of those prescribed for obesity that can be used in a number of ways directly and indirectly for weight loss. Topiramate was first approved in the mid-1990s as […]
Do I Have SIBO? Understanding the Clues Behind Your Bloating
Have you ever noticed your stomach balloon up soon after eating a meal? Does that bloated feeling never seem to go away? You’re not alone. For many people, persistent abdominal distention and discomfort can be a frustrating mystery. After undergoing endoscopic procedures, CT scans, and ultrasounds, those struggling with persistent bloating are often met with […]
Alcohol: A Triple Whammy for Weight Loss
At the risk of sounding like a major buzzkill, the hard truth is that when we’re focused on losing weight, alcohol is best consumed in infrequent, relatively small amounts. There are at least three major reasons to support this perspective. Before we take a look at these, it’s important to know that if reducing alcohol […]
How Helpful Is Exercise for Weight Loss?
Recreational exercise first became a widespread phenomenon in the United States in the 1970s. Jane Fonda’s workout videos were a cultural force in the 1980s, elliptical machines rose to prominence in the 1990s, and so on. Today, there are hundreds of different exercise regimens and routines. The fitness industry is always on to the next […]
Why We Started EverBetter Medicine
Why We Started EverBetter Medicine: Digestive Health & Weight Management At Its Best A New Kind of Medicine for a New Kind of Problem Our healthcare system was originally constructed to overcome acute illness. Not so long ago, infections were the leading cause of death. Medicine was tailored to identify these threats and treat them […]
