Triggers, Cues, and How to Conquer Them
The most important aspect of any weight loss journey is a healthy diet. But following a healthy diet isn’t something that happens overnight. It requires discipline, commitment, planning, and [...]
Mind Over Matter: How Mental Health Affects Weight
There are countless phrases associated with weight loss regimens, and we’ve heard them all: “No pain, no gain,” “feel the burn,” and “mind over matter.” We take these to [...]
The Science of Losing Weight
Losing weight is hard. That is something that everyone who has tried to lose weight knows all to well. You would think it’s fairly straightforward, but without all of [...]
The Hypertension and Healthy Living Connection
Hypertension can be caused by many factors, but here at Olivera we work to understand how best to address it with healthy living practices and interventions. From genetics to stress [...]
5 Tips for Wellness in Stressful Times
There is no denying that current times have been stressful, and more than ever a focus on wellness can make the difference. Stress can cause a number of health issues, [...]
Outsmart Your Food Cravings
Food cravings can sabotage the best plans and efforts to develop healthy habits, but with the right mindset it is possible to learn and outsmart those cravings. Studies show that [...]
Top 5 Wellness Tips to Outrun Stress
Stress doesn’t take a holiday, and it is one of the leading causes of health issues among adults. Of course minimizing stress is the obvious choice in pursuit of a [...]
Men’s Health and Healthy Living
Men’s Health Month is a Great Time to Focus on What Healthy Living Looks Like for Men As most people are aware, healthy living needs for any one person can [...]
Joint Pain and Weight Management
It’s no secret that excess body weight can trigger or worsen joint pain. As one of Chicago’s top weight management clinics, we know that excess weight can put stress on [...]
Cut the Candy: Sugar Addiction and Weight Loss
Sugar addiction is one of the top concerns of anyone looking to reclaim their health. As evidence continues to mount that sugar can be not only addictive, but come with [...]