How to Seed a Hot Chile Pepper
Love the added kick from hot peppers? Learn how to seed them properly.
MWLC and the American Diabetes Association - Detroit
Picking the Best Cantaloupe
How do you pick the best cantaloupe? Follow these six tips next time you have a craving for this sweet treat!
How to Use Skewers
Skewers can help ensure even cooking and add a little fun to your meal. Follow these tips for skewering success!
Blue Cross Members Share Their ‘Why’ for Losing Weight
We all have our own reasons for why we want to lose weight - more energy, overall health or perhaps a special occasion. By taking advantage of an exclusive discount offered to Blue Cross members through the Blue365 savings program, find out how five patients teamed up with their local Medical Weight Loss Clinic and changed their lives.
National Watermelon Day
Watermelons can grow enormous, and you will find competitions across the country which award prizes each year for the largest one. The Guinness Book of World Records states that the heaviest watermelon weighed 262 pounds. To learn more refreshing watermelon facts, check out www.watermelon.org.
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day is observed annually on August 1st. This day is in theme with other raspberry holidays in this same time period. Raspberries are most plentiful this time of year. Let’s celebrate with our version of Raspberry Cream Pie!
How to Grill Stone Fruit
Grilled stone fruits are great alongside proteins or prepared in sweet and spicy salsas!
Health Benefits of Walking
Did you know that a 30-minute walk can provide plenty of other benefits for your overall health that reach far beyond weight loss? Walking for fitness can be a great activity for beginners looking to start a daily exercise routine so whether you’re new to walking or an experienced runner, these six surprising health benefits are proven to make a daily walk worth your while.
The Importance of Staying Hydrated with IBD
Patients with IBD can get dehydrated very easily. This mostly occurs because of increased water loss during a flare, thus making it even more important to rehydrate your body properly. Find out how to stay hydrated.
Apple Cherry Coleslaw
Try our Apple and Cherry Coleslaw to celebrate National Rainier Cherry Day!
How to Keep Strawberries Fresh
Strawberries are one fruit that you will want to wait until the last minute to rinse and prep. Find out why!
Nap Time
About 40% of Americans never sleep the recommended seven to nine hours, according to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). But skimping on sleep can contribute to a host of problems. In addition to affecting your personal health, sleep is crucial for the health of your job. Here is how sleeping more can help!
Tips for National Grilling Month - July
Don’t let improperly prepared food ruin your summer. Use these grilling tips keep you grilling and enjoying the beautiful weather all season long.
WSYM: Patient - Marci
Marci started as a patient with the Lansing Medical Weight Loss Clinic nearly 20 years ago! She's lost over 100 lbs and has kept it off for over 4 years! She discusses how her life has changed and how she is now the best version of herself possible as a mom, wife and employee.
How to Chop an Onion
Who knew there were so many ways to cut onions? Learn how to julienne, slice and dice right here!
MWLC Honored Champion: Judy A.
Get to know one of our Honored Champions Judy! She lost 48 lbs and counting at MWLC Livonia and her A1C is now in the normal range at 6.6 and she no longer needs insulin! Her diabetes is now under control. Read her story and see her video. What an inspiration! Way to go Judy!
MWLC Patient Perspectives: Megan L. - Livonia
“Personal problems caused me to emotionally overeat and multiple injuries kept me from being physically active. As a result, I weighed 353 pounds by the time I was 21 years old. I wasn’t happy with myself and knew I needed to change.“
CCFA Take Steps 2018
Join us for the CCFA's Take Steps walk this Saturday, June 9th 2018 at Southfield Civic Center Complex. Check in at 9am and walk with us at 10:30. Connect with patients, families, healthcare providers and other organizations while fundraising for cures for Crohn's & Colitis!
WSYM: Medical Weight Loss Clinic Lansing
Rosie Royce, the Medical Weight Loss Clinic Lansing manager joined Mary this week to explain the most important service options offered by MWLC. She also shares insight on why patients choose MWLC Lansing and what she enjoys the most about working at the clinic.