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 [...]
A Personal Weight Loss Plan, Just For You
We have all read or heard the phrase “One Size Fits All!”, but we also know it’s not exactly true. Sure, it might fit, but it won’t fit everyone [...]
Changing Seasons, Changing Habits
Summer. Say what you will, just about everyone loves it. When you think about it, it’s easy to see why. Sunny days, the occasional breeze, and plenty of casual [...]
The Long Game: Building Healthy Habits for the Future
The promise of fast results can be really tempting, but the key to lasting change is to make health habit changes that last. At Olivera, as one of Chicago’s leading [...]
Lose 10 to 15 Pounds by Memorial Day with Olivera Medical Weight Loss
Olivera Weight Loss is here to help our patients achieve weight loss results by Memorial Day! As the warm weather approaches and people contemplate more time outside and shorter sleeves [...]
Healthy Living in the Great Outdoors
As Spring weather finally starts to lose its bite, people get excited about getting out and getting active again. At Olivera Weight Loss, we love to promote active time in [...]
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, [...]