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The Wellness Blog by Dr. Fatima Iqbal
Expert tips and insights on weight management, wellness, and healthy living to help you thrive.
Fatima Iqbal
Feb 1
Leptin Resistance: The Hidden Hormonal Disruptor That Affects Your Thyroid
Leptin resistance disrupts thyroid function, slowing metabolism and causing weight gain. Fix it with diet, sleep, and stress management!
Fatima Iqbal
Jan 11
Understanding PCOS: A Common Yet Overlooked Condition Affecting Women’s Health
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, affecting approximately 10% of...
Fatima Iqbal
Dec 25, 2024
End of Compounding of Popular Weight Loss Drug: What it means for you.
End of compounded GLP 1 and what that means for you.
Fatima Iqbal
Dec 12, 2024
Ketogenic Dieting: My own experience as a physician
Ketogenic Dieting is not all that it is hyped up to be. Learn my experience with it as a physician.
Fatima Iqbal
Nov 1, 2024
What I learned from my Wegovy Marketing Dinner
Are you willing to take weight loss medications forever to reduce your risk of chronic disease. Learn the latest research on GLP1 agonist.
Fatima Iqbal
Sep 3, 2024
Is Direct Primary Care the future of healthcare
Direct Primary Care as the way to practice primary care.
Fatima Iqbal
Aug 9, 2024
The Sunnah of Walking and Mindfulness in Islam
Learn the sunnah of walking and mindfulness in Islam
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 20, 2024
Overcoming Plateau in Weightloss: Strategies for sustained success
In the realm of obesity medicine, few milestones are as gratifying as witnessing patients experience initial weight loss. It marks the...
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 8, 2024
6 ways to Boost your Weight Loss efforts with Exercise
6 ways to boost your weight loss efforts with exercise
Fatima Iqbal
Apr 16, 2024
"Why do people struggle to maintain weight loss after Ramadan?"
While observing Ramadan this year I came across a very interesting post that I wish to share with you folks today. This was a study done...
Fatima Iqbal
Mar 21, 2024
How to train your child from an early age for a Healthy Weight
Learn to teach your child to keep a healthy weight from an early age. 6 steps to success for parents to follow.
Fatima Iqbal
Mar 8, 2024
The 30 days of Ramadan Weight Loss Challenge: Learn how to maximize your fasting benefits
The 30 day weight loss challenge for Ramadan
Fatima Iqbal
Feb 11, 2024
Can Increased Melatonin lead to Diabetes
New study finds role of melatonin on type 2 diabetes.
Fatima Iqbal
Dec 4, 2023
Portion Size and Role that it plays in Weight Loss
I often had patients in primary care who would come to me and say, " Well Doc, I don't eat much so how come I am gaining weight or can't...
Fatima Iqbal
Nov 30, 2023
Breaking Down the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Effective Weight Loss
Over the last month, I was reading on Jason Fung's The Obesity Code. His perspective is interesting and I encourage readers to read it as...
Fatima Iqbal
Sep 30, 2023
Night Eating Syndrome in Obesity
Here we will discuss another second most common of the eating disorders called Night Eating Syndrome. This is common in a sense that...
Fatima Iqbal
Sep 30, 2023
Natural Treatments for Binge Eating Disorder
Not everyone is engaging in overeating, daily snacking or eating fast food as these folks remain a minority of eating problems that lead...
Fatima Iqbal
Sep 5, 2023
Why Light Physical Activity Counts Towards Weight Loss: How House Work Matters
Balancing diet & exercise is key for short-term weight loss. Moderate calorie restriction & varied physical activity enhance results.
Fatima Iqbal
Aug 28, 2023
The Science of Calories: Why Weight Loss Isn't Just About Cutting Calories
Weight loss isn't just about cutting calories. Hormones, appetite, and food quality matter. Learn why in our in-depth exploration.
Fatima Iqbal
Aug 23, 2023
Unlocking the Secret to a Healthier You: The 5 Steps to achieve lasting Weight Loss
Discover how lifestyle changes in diet, activity, sleep, and stress can transform your life, beating obesity for good. #ObesityTherapy
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