Medical Weight Loss and Wellness Blog

Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)

Have you ever wondered how those home pregnancy tests are able to discern from urine that the taker is pregnant? They do so because pregnant women produce a hormone called HCG which is present in their urine soon after conception.

How Much Exercise to Lose a Pound

Chances are that at some point in your diet you have noticed that it is much easier to gain one pound than it is to lose one. After a week of eating right and working out, sometimes the scale only moves one little pound down.

Planning for Weight Loss

Every successful venture is accompanied by a plan of action, and your venture into the land of successful weight loss should be no different. By creating a plan for weight loss, you give yourself a leg up in the battle and help to ensure your victory.