The Lap-Band: Operation is easy, aftercare is critical
There is one thing clear about Lap-Bands: it is taking care of…
What If a Whole Country Goes on a Diet?
After reminding us that “One should interpret anything about Cuba, or coming…
Fatty Liver Disease: The Cause is Carbohydrates Not Fat
Fried Chicken- a favorite- this nicely prepared by my good friend Dolce…
Coke and Obesity- a Weight Loss Surgeon’s Perspective
Coca-Cola began advertising about obesity, in a public awareness campaign about how…
The Overweight Obsession Continues–Wireless HapiFork That Tracks Your Food and “Fork to Face” Rate
This start-up just may not make it. The HapiFork from China will…
Research Uncovers Two Potential Tools in the Obesity Fight
Obesity has become a national health crisis in the United States. Carrying…
What Thanksgiving Dinner is Going to Do to You…and What You Can Do About It.
Ok, here is some pre-work for you as you prepare for…
Weight Loss and Exercise Fail to Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes? A Skeptic Scoffs
TriceratopsPhoto CreditA theme woven throughout the Whistleblower blog is skepticism. I…
Mobile Health Around the Globe: The Cutest Weight-Loss Coach to Hit the US!
Isn't She Cute?Autom is a weight-loss robot coach who talks to you…
Fighting Obesity in America: Has Weight Loss Gone Too Far?
One cannot escape the issue of rising obesity rates in the…