Weight Management

The Wellness Blog by Dr. Fatima Iqbal

Expert tips and insights on weight management, wellness, and healthy living to help you thrive.

End of Compounding of Popular Weight Loss Drug: What it means for you.

Fatima Iqbal

3 days ago

Weight Management

End of Compounding of Popular Weight Loss Drug: What it means for you.

End of compounded GLP 1 and what that means for you.

Ketogenic Dieting: My own experience as a physician

Fatima Iqbal

Dec 12

Weight Management

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.

What I learned from my Wegovy Marketing Dinner

Fatima Iqbal

Nov 1

Weight Management

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.

Is Direct Primary Care the future of healthcare

Fatima Iqbal

Sep 3

Weight Management

Is Direct Primary Care the future of healthcare

Direct Primary Care as the way to practice primary care.

The Sunnah of Walking and Mindfulness in Islam

Fatima Iqbal

Aug 9

Weight Management

The Sunnah of Walking and Mindfulness in Islam

Learn the sunnah of walking and mindfulness in Islam

Overcoming Plateau in Weightloss: Strategies for sustained success

Fatima Iqbal

Jul 20

Weight Management

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...

6 ways to Boost your Weight Loss efforts with Exercise

Fatima Iqbal

Jul 8

Weight Management

6 ways to Boost your Weight Loss efforts with Exercise

6 ways to boost your weight loss efforts with exercise

"Why do people struggle to maintain weight loss after Ramadan?"

Fatima Iqbal

Apr 16

Weight Management

"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...

How to train your child from an early age for a Healthy Weight

Fatima Iqbal

Mar 21

Weight Management

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.

The 30 days of Ramadan Weight Loss Challenge: Learn how to maximize your fasting benefits

Fatima Iqbal

Mar 8

Weight Management

The 30 days of Ramadan Weight Loss Challenge: Learn how to maximize your fasting benefits

The 30 day weight loss challenge for Ramadan

Can Increased Melatonin lead to Diabetes

Fatima Iqbal

Feb 11

Weight Management

Can Increased Melatonin lead to Diabetes

New study finds role of melatonin on type 2 diabetes.

Portion Size and Role that it plays in Weight Loss

Fatima Iqbal

Dec 4, 2023

Weight Management

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...

Breaking Down the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Effective Weight Loss

Fatima Iqbal

Nov 30, 2023

Weight Management

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

Weight Management

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...

Natural Treatments for Binge Eating Disorder

Fatima Iqbal

Sep 30, 2023

Weight Management

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...

Why Light Physical Activity Counts Towards Weight Loss: How House Work Matters

Fatima Iqbal

Sep 5, 2023

Weight Management

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.

The Science of Calories: Why Weight Loss Isn't Just About Cutting Calories

Fatima Iqbal

Aug 28, 2023

Weight Management

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.

Unlocking the Secret to a Healthier You: The 5 Steps to achieve lasting Weight Loss

Fatima Iqbal

Aug 23, 2023

Weight Management

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

Comprehensive Medical Management for Bariatric Surgery Patients

Fatima Iqbal

Aug 11, 2023

For Health Practitioners

Comprehensive Medical Management for Bariatric Surgery Patients

"Navigate the complexities of post-bariatric surgery care. From hypoglycemia solutions to bone health strategies, weight regain.

Weight Management in Complex Medical Cases: A Guide for Physicians

Fatima Iqbal

Aug 3, 2023

For Health Practitioners

Weight Management in Complex Medical Cases: A Guide for Physicians

Discover effective strategies to help patients with complex medical conditions achieve sustainable weight loss!