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Sugar Addiction
Do you have the urge to eat something sweet after every meal? Do you often crave sugary drinks like soda or sweet tea? You may
Trick or Treat? 6 Tips for Breaking The Halloween Candy Mindset
It’s that time of the year again! When we dress up as our favorite superheroes or cartoon characters and give out candy. This is a
Weight Management: 10 Keys to Success For Your Patients
It’s no surprise that diets do not work for long-term weight management. Drastically cutting calories, eliminating food groups, or deprivation of foods that are enjoyed
Recommitted to Living Life to the Fullest, One Lost Pound at a Time
For Marc Cooke, maintaining a healthy weight has been a lifelong struggle. He’s tried just about every weight loss program and diet under the sun.
Fiber: Good or Bad for Your Diet?
Googling any nutrition-related topic will give you conflicting results and probably leave you even more confused than when you started. For instance, search “is fiber
CoreLife: A Place to Refer Patients to Start and Succeed
Since spring 2022, Dr. Rob Lejawa has been continuously referring patients to CoreLife Novant Health, a comprehensive weight loss program that guides people through a
For CoreLife’s Founder, Ending the Obesity Epidemic is Personal
For Sean Kostkowski, president and founder of CoreLife Healthcare, the decision to launch his groundbreaking company was a personal one. Throughout his childhood, Kostkowski watched
The Shift to Patient-Centered Thinking about Obesity Disease
Obesity is a public health issue that affects 42% of the American population and significantly increases risk for other health conditions, such as heart disease,
Understanding Hunger Hormones in Weight Management
As research uncovers more about the relationship between the gut, brain, and overall health, the term “hunger hormones” is becoming more common. It shows up
The Connection Between Mental Health and Obesity
Like most chronic diseases, obesity is influenced by many factors including mental health. Understanding the connection between mental health and obesity can help you along
Self-Compassion
“The recognition and clear seeing of suffering…feelings of kindness for people who are suffering, so that the desire to help – to ameliorate suffering –
Nutritionist vs Dietitian: What is the Difference (and Why Does it Matter?)
“The Keto diet is super easy to maintain, and you will lose weight fast.” – TikTok nutritionist. “My 30-day metabolism reset will help you
The Impact of Diaphragmatic Breathing
Do you find yourself worrying or stressed? Are you experiencing panic attacks when you leave the house? Did you know a simple strategy called Diaphragmatic
6 Tips to Help You Lose Weight
While we may all wish for a little luck in achieving our weight loss goals, success actually comes from commitment and focus over the long-term.
Sleep and Your Mental Health
Happiness is waking up, looking at the clock, and finding out that you still have two hours left to sleep, stated by American Cartoonist Charles
How to Improve Your Heart Health in 2022
February is Heart Health Month! When it comes to improving your heart health, the Mediterranean Diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, also known
CoreLife Patient Success | The Steeles
This father-son both needed surgery for different things but were told they would need to lose weight first. The Steeles had tried many other programs
Healthy Tips to Keep your Heart Strong all Year Long
February is Heart Health Month, but our hearts deserve some TLC year-round. Let’s learn some heart-healthy tips that will keep our hearts, minds, and bodies
Spice up your meals for Heart Health Month!
Spices and herbs can add a punch of interesting flavor and aroma that will enhance your favorite everyday foods. They are also a great flavor
Understanding the Impact of Anxiety on Weight
A certain level of anxiety is normal, and even healthy, in helping us avoid danger and stay safe. However, when the symptoms become persistent or
