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Obesity: A Clinial Trial observing the use of PedometersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Catherine Ling is principal investigator of a clinical trial studying the relevance of pedometers and one’s gait with Class III Obesity.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 23, 2009 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Obesity: A Clinical Trial observing the use of PedometersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Catherine Ling is principal investigator of a clinical trial studying the relevance of pedometers and one’s gait with Class III Obesity.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 23, 2009 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Age to Age: The Obesity ProblemEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this aging podcast, Sally Smith talks with Dr. Lotta Granholm, the Center on Aging Director. Dr. Granholm identifies the problem of obesity in America and offers her opinion on why rates of overweight and obese are currently so high. She compares the lifestyle in America to that in other countries with far lower rates of obesity, pointing to critical differences. Additionally, Dr. Granholm explains the association of certain foods with both obesity and dementia.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 1, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Aging: The Obesity ProblemEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this aging podcast, Sally Smith talks with Dr. Lotta Granholm, the Center on Aging Director. Dr. Granholm identifies the problem of obesity in America and offers her opinion on why rates of overweight and obese are currently so high. She compares the lifestyle in America to that in other countries with far lower rates of obesity, pointing to critical differences. Additionally, Dr. Granholm explains the association of certain foods with both obesity and dementia.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 1, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Weight Loss Surgery: Qualification ProcedureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Registered dietician Nina Crowley walks through the procedural guidelines for a person deciding to undergo bariatric, or weight loss, surgery. She also discusses criteria for qualifying to receive weight loss surgery, including age, preexisting conditions, psychological and other issues.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 1, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Nutrition: Nursing Mothers and Proper NutritionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Registered dietician Kristin Crady talks about basic nutrition for nursing mothers, focusing on the importance of added nutrient-rich calories to the normal weight management diet. She provides suggestions for healthy snacks to account for the extra few hundred calories per day advised by dieticians. She concludes this nutrition podcast by addressing the issues of losing pregnancy weight, difficulty with milk supply, and certain foods that may lead to allergies in a nursing baby.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 1, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Nutrition: Recommendations for Weight ManagementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this nutrition podcast, registered dietician Tonya Turner talks about specific recommendations made at the MUSC Weight Management Center for diet and weight control. She discusses meal replacements and supplements, pointing to specific brands preferred by registered dieticians at MUSC. Ms. Turner mentions the importance of meal planning and awareness of weight by weighing oneself on a scale daily. She concludes by mentioning hidden calories in certain snacks and restaurant meals.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - May 28, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Nutrition: Myths of Weight ManagementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this nutrition podcast, registered dietician Tonya Turner addresses some of the myths associated with weight management and weight loss. She offers suggestions for keeping off lost weight and notes some of the misconceptions regarding carbohydrate intake and metabolism. Ms. Turner focuses on the importance of portion control and a well-varied diet for proper nutrition and weight management.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - May 28, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Weight Loss Surgery: Post-Operative Nutritional GuidelinesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Registered dietician Debbie Petitpain talks about the nutritional needs of patients who have undergone weight loss surgery. She focuses on some of the dietary challenges faced by a patient after undergoing gastric bypass surgery. Ms. Petitpain lays out the general dietary guidelines post-operation, pointing to recommended vitamin and mineral supplements.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - May 19, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Overweight: Nutritional Guidance for Overweight ChildrenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dietician Katherine Nashatker, who specializes in pediatric endocrinology, discusses helping overweight children either by behavior change or diet modification. She emphasizes that heavy calorie restrictions are not favored for overweight children, but rather weight maintenance is preferred. Ms. Nashatker addresses the problematic nature of a parent using overly negative terminology when referring to his or her child’s weight problem. To conclude, she enforces the critical role of exercise in a healthy lifestyle.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - April 29, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 7Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This is segment 7 of a series of bariatric surgery podcasts tracking Beth Treado’s progress after her lap band procedure in June 2007. Beth talks about the ups and downs of adjusting to her new eating habits in this weight loss podcast. Although Beth hasn't lost many pounds in the last 2 months, she's noticed that she's lost inches and has started enjoying a new exercise routine. She's also had a successful shopping trip and was able to buy an outfit at Gap, which had been a goal for Beth.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - February 8, 2008 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Surgery: Segment 6Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This is segment 6 of a series tracking Beth Treado’s progress after her lap band procedure in June 2007. Beth talks about the ongoing maintenance of her lap band and her incredible progress throughout the four months since the operation. She says that although she is very pleased with her surgery, she experiences discomfort due to increasingly severe acid reflex. Beth explains that she has felt no other side effects and offers advice to prospective lab band surgery patients.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - December 4, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 6Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This is segment 6 of a series of bariatric surgery podcasts tracking Beth Treado’s progress after her lap band procedure in June 2007. Beth talks about the ongoing maintenance of her lap band and her incredible progress throughout the four months since the operation. She says in this bariatric surgery podcast that although she is very pleased with her surgery, she experiences discomfort due to acid reflux. Beth explains that she has felt no other side effects and offers advice to prospective lab band surgery patients in this bariatric surgery podcast.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - December 4, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Physician Profile: Dr. Karl T. ByrneEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Learn more about Dr. Karl T. Byrne, the Medical Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center at MUSC, in his own words as he talks about his specialties and background.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - November 13, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Exercise: The Difficulties of Starting a ProgramEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Starting an exercise routine can be the hardest part for someone who is trying to start a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Peter Carek, a family physician, gives tips and advice on what types of exercise have health benefits, such as walking several times a week.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - November 5, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 5Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This is segment 5 of a series tracking Beth Treado’s progress after her lap band procedure in June 2007. Beth talks about her incredible progress, what her first fill was like in August, how she’s adjusted to her new diet and her new found motivation to exercise four times a week. Beth’s goal is to lose another 5 pounds by her birthday in a few short weeks, which would bring her weight lost to 30 pounds.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 5Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This is segment 5 of a series of bariatric surgery podcasts tracking Beth Treado’s progress after her lap band procedure in June 2007. Beth talks about her incredible progress, what her first fill was like in August, how she’s adjusted to her new diet and her new found motivation to exercise four times a week. Beth’s goal is to lose another 5 pounds by her birthday in a few short weeks, which would bring her weight loss to 30 pounds.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 4Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
One week after Beth’s lap band procedure in June 2007, she tells us how she’s coped since the surgery, what it’s like to be on a liquid diet, the importance of having her family to help her and what’s going to change in the coming weeks. Most importantly Beth is happy to report that she’s already lost 13 pounds.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 4Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
One week after Beth’s lap band procedure in June 2007, she tells us in this bariatric surgery podcast, how she’s coped since the surgery, what it’s like to be on a liquid diet, the importance of having her family to help her and what’s going to change in the coming weeks. Most importantly Beth is happy to report that she’s already lost 13 pounds. This is the 4th in a series of bariatric surgery podcasts.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 3Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this podcast, we hear from Beth in her hospital room the day after she underwent lap band surgery on June 25, 2007. This is segment 3 in a series following Beth’s progress as she hopes to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 3Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In this podcast weight loss surgery podcast, we hear from Beth in her hospital room the day after she underwent lap band surgery on June 25, 2007. This is segment 3 in a series of weight loss surgery podcasts following Beth’s progress as she hopes to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 2Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Today is Beth’s surgery and in a few hours she’ll undergo a LAP-BAND® adjustable gastric banding procedure that will induce weight loss by reducing the capacity of the stomach. In this podcast, recorded on June 25, 2007, Beth talks about what to expect from the surgery, what her diet will be like for the first month and we also hear from Beth’s parents.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 2Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Today is Beth’s bariatric surgery and in a few hours she’ll undergo a LAP-BAND® adjustable gastric banding procedure that will induce weight loss by reducing the capacity of the stomach. In this bariatric surgery podcast, recorded on June 25, 2007, Beth talks about what to expect from the surgery, what her diet will be like for the first month and we also hear from Beth’s parents.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 1Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In June 2007, Beth Treado (24) underwent lap band surgery and this is segment 1 of a series tracking Beth’s progress. This podcast was recorded a week before Beth’s surgery and she explains why she’s having the surgery, how she’s struggled with her weight her entire life and talks about the importance of support from family and friends.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Lap Band Patient Story: Segment 1Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In June 2007, Beth Treado (24) underwent lap band surgery and this is segment 1 of a series tracking Beth’s progress. This weight loss surgery podcast was recorded a week before Beth’s surgery and she explains why she’s having the surgery, how she’s struggled with her weight her entire life and talks about the importance of support from family and friends. This is the first in a series of weight loss surgery podcasts.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 26, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Healthy Habits: Changing your Lifestyle does make a DifferenceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Results from Dr. Dana King’s clinical research project, “Turning Back the Clock: Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle in Middle Age,” clearly show that adapting new healthy habits will reduce ones risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Dr. King talks in detail about the 4 habits to follow; maintaining a healthy weight and diet, eat five servings of fruit and vegetables a day and to quit smoking.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 3, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Healthy Habits: Turning Back the ClockEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Dana King, professor of family medicine, talks about the results from his clinical research study titled, "Turning Back the Clock: Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle in Middle Age". The study, covered in this health news podcast, followed 16,000 people between the ages of 45-64 over a six year period to determine if there was health benefits associated with following four healthy lifestyles: diet, exercise, maintain a healthy weight and not smoking. Dr. King explained that for those that followed all 4 habits they were able to experience a prompt benefit of lower rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality. This is one of ...
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - October 3, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Bariatric Surgery: The Typical Patient Profile and the Cost InvolvedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Thomas Byrne, Director of the MUSC Bariatric Surgery Program, discusses who is a candidate for gastric bypass or Lap-Band surgery based on body mass index levels, medical problems and if previous weight loss programs have failed. Bariatric surgery can be an expensive surgery if not covered by insurance and Dr. Byrne explains the role of insurance in covering the costs. Dr. Byrne also discusses new developments and future procedures in weight loss surgery.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - September 21, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Bariatric Surgery: An Overview of Weight Loss SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Thomas Byrne, Director of the MUSC Bariatric Surgery Program, explains the differences between gastric bypass and Lap-Band procedure, the pros and cons for each surgery, and the difference in the weight loss profile of each procedure and the risks associated. Dr. Byrne also talks about how to choose the right surgery for you and most importantly, explains how the weight loss will help reduce other health complications such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - September 17, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Bariatric Surgery: An Overview of Weight Loss SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Thomas Byrne, Director of the MUSC Bariatric Surgery Program, explains the differences between gastric bypass and Lap-Band procedure, the pros and cons for each surgery, and the difference in the weight loss profile of each procedure and the risks associated. This weight loss surgery podcast also covers how to choose the right surgery for you and most importantly, explains how the weight loss will help reduce other health complications such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension in this weight loss surgery podcast.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - September 17, 2007 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: Medical Univeristy of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Childhood Obesity: Basic Nutrition PrinciplesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Nutritionist, Mary Jane Oxeman of the Lean Team at MUSC, explains the basic nutrition principles to incorporate healthy foods daily into your familys meals, including fruits and vegetables, dairy products and protein.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - August 22, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Childhood Obesity: Tips for a Healthier FamilyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Pediatrician, Dr. Janice Key, gives tips and suggestions of how to have a healthy environment for your family, such as selecting healthy snacks and meals, and the importance of eating supper together as a family.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - August 22, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Childhood Obesity: Addressing the Obesity EpidemicEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
More than 25% of the children in South Carolina are considered to be obese and there has been a 300% increase in the number of obese children in the last 20 years in the United States. Pediatrician, Dr. Janice Key, talks about how the obesity epidemic, explains the difference between being overweight and obese, and gives advice how to address this problem with your child.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - August 22, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Heart Health Program: Exercise for KidsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Encouraging children to participate in activities or sports is an important aspect of a healthy child. Registered dietician, Janet Carter, emphasizes the importance of having children do activities they enjoy such as walking, biking or team sports.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 27, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Heart Health Program: Encouraging Kids to eat HealthyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Janet Carter, the coordinator of the MUSC Childrens Hospital Heart Health Program, gives tips and strategies for families to eat healthier. The Heart Health program focuses on teaching children how to make better choices when it comes to their diet and helps parents understand the importance of acting as a role model by eating healthy with their kids.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 27, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Heart Health Program: Pediatric Weight Management Program OverviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Janet Carter, the coordinator of the MUSC Childrens Hospital Heart Health Program, explains how the program works with families to incorporate a healthy lifestyle into their daily lives with healthy eating habits and the importance of participating in various activities.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - July 27, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Weight: Weight Loss Programs at MUSCEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Patrick ONeil, the Director of the MUSC Weight Management Program, gives an overview of several weight loss programs offered at MUSC including the Focus Plan, the Health Fast Program, and the First Step Plan. Dr. ONeil also gives advice to those who are considering weight loss surgery, whether gastric bypass or laparoscopic banding.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - June 4, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Weight: Importance of Self MonitoringEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Weight Management specialist, Dr. Patrick ONeil, talks about the importance of self monitoring and self awareness when trying to lose weight. Dr. ONeil emphasizes the importance of weighing yourself daily, keeping a food journal and an activity log. The staff at the MUSC Weight Management Program assists individuals to lose weight and help by problem solving to achieve their goals.
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - June 4, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts

Weight: The Basics of Weight ManagementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Dr. Patrick ONeil, a clinical psychologist specializing in weight management and obesity, explains how to set achievable goals to start losing weight and what the most common pitfalls are for those that arent able to keep the weight off. Dr. ONeil also talks about MUSCs Weight Management Program that creates a treatment that will fit each individuals needs and offers the support to encourage a long term weight loss commitment
Source: MUSC Weight Loss Podcast - May 29, 2007 Category: Nutrition Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts