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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.


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
Feb 1

The Dangers of Online Advice for Weight Management and Hormonal Imbalance
How online advice can be dangerous for many patients who are looking for alternative ways to fight their diseases.
Fatima Iqbal
Jan 27


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
Jan 11


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
Nov 1, 2024


Is Direct Primary Care the future of healthcare
Direct Primary Care as the way to practice primary care.
Fatima Iqbal
Sep 3, 2024


6 ways to Boost your Weight Loss efforts with Exercise
6 ways to boost your weight loss efforts with exercise
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 8, 2024

5 Ways to Lose Weight this summer In Raleigh
5 ways to lose weight in Raleigh.
Fatima Iqbal
Jun 29, 2024


Empowering Muslim women to lead lives out of the kitchen this Ramadan
In this article, learn how muslim women can lead lives out of the kitchen and follow the Islamic way to a better future.
Fatima Iqbal
Mar 24, 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 21, 2024


The Devastating Impact of Obesity on your health (PART 2) : Risk of Cancers, gallstones, Liver Disease & Infertility
It is no secret, that excess weight has been linked to 13 different types of cancer. The list goes from breast cancer, colon cancer,...
Fatima Iqbal
Jan 10, 2024


The Devastating Impact of Obesity on Your Health Part 1: Hypertension, Stroke, Diabetes & Heart Disease
The most common formula used to assess the risk of obesity is BMI with 25.-29.9kg/m2 considered as overweight and over 30 considered as...
Fatima Iqbal
Dec 18, 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
Nov 30, 2023


Integrative Approaches to Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause joint pain,...
Fatima Iqbal
Oct 21, 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


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
Sep 5, 2023


Comprehensive Medical Management for Bariatric Surgery Patients
"Navigate the complexities of post-bariatric surgery care. From hypoglycemia solutions to bone health strategies, weight regain.
Fatima Iqbal
Aug 11, 2023


Weight Management in Complex Medical Cases: A Guide for Physicians
Discover effective strategies to help patients with complex medical conditions achieve sustainable weight loss!
Fatima Iqbal
Aug 3, 2023


A Comprehensive Guide to Obesity Medicine: Choosing the Right Medication and Personalized Approach
"Discover the power of personalized obesity medicine: from eligibility criteria to combination therapies, this guide has it all! 🏋️♂️💊
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 26, 2023

Berberine: Why is it being compared to GLP-1 Agonists
In the world of traditional medicine, certain plants have stood the test of time, offering numerous health benefits to those who harness...
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 22, 2023


How Bariatric Surgery WORKS: Learn the success behind surgery and what makes it even more effective
Learn how Bariatric Surgery works to help weight loss and how to make it even more successful.
Fatima Iqbal
Jul 21, 2023
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