 by Avik Chatterjee, MD Low-fat, low-carb, Paleo, Zone, Atkins, South Beach, Weight Watchers—the list of named diets is long, and also lucrative. In 2013, Americans spent over $60 billion dollars on weight loss. But with such a dizzying array of options, how should consumers know how to choose the best among them? Unfortunately, the popular press, in search of a splashy headline, can mislead.
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 by Emily Oken, MD, MPH This headline came up on my home page last week, linked to an Us Magazine story about a celebrity who had gained 40 pounds during her pregnancy, “and she’s not ashamed.” You might wonder, is she really ‘just like us?’ and more importantly, why should we care about pregnancy weight gain?
 by Jason Block, MD, MPH I see patients with obesity both in my primary care clinic and in a weight management clinic. I have long wondered how to best communicate with them regarding their weight problem. Typically, I start by explaining to them that they fall into the “obese” weight category. I further describe this as a clinical term that is only helpful in describing their risk for health problems. But, should I change my words? Should I tell them they have a “weight problem” or an “unhealthy weight”? Burgeoning research on weight stigma suggests that my current practice may be missing the mark.
 by Kristina Lewis, MD, MPH, SM Imagine biting into your favorite dessert. Think about the sugary, gooey goodness as it hits your taste buds……Feeling hungry yet? More importantly – are you feeling happy? According to a growing body of research on the neuroscience of taste preferences, you probably should be.
 by Lauren Fiechtner, MD The places where we live, work, and play, sometimes referred to as the “built environment,” likely influence health in several ways. My particular interest in this topic began after seeing how challenging it is for some of my patients to eat healthy in the environment where they live. I began doing research on whether access to healthful food establishments may help people be healthier and, if they need, to lose weight.
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