Tag Archives: diabetes

Morbid Obesity: Weight Loss That Works

Posted on May 31, 2019 by MIguel Velazquez

A major focus of our practice is the treatment of morbid obesity. Morbid obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of atleast 30kg/m2. BMI is calculated by weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Today, obesity has reached epidemic … Continue reading →

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Westside Wellness

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Best Self Atlanta staff

In underserved communities, it is easy for health issues to run rampant. That’s when Atlanta-based nonprofit Urban Perform steps in. The organization seeks to decrease obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes by helping to increase the activity levels of those who … Continue reading →

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Hidden Dangers of Diabetes

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Best Self Atlanta staff

By David Martin, RN, CEO and President, VeinInnovations Diabetes comes with so many complications: vision problems, high blood pressure, hardening of the arteries, potential kidney failure and nerve damage. It truly affects the body from head to toe. On top … Continue reading →

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WellStar Medical Group, Douglasville Medical Center’s Dr. Jonathan Lowman Shares His Best Advice

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Dr. Jonathan Lowman from WellStar Medical Group’s Douglasville Medical Center shares his best advice on diabetes. What medical test should men be sure to get?  A fasting glucose test. This is a simple blood test done when they’ve had nothing … Continue reading →

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