Steve Parker, M.D.

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• Commented on Type 2 Diabetes and Mediterranean Diet
  I'm reading in the scientific literature that reducing carbohydrate intake helps control blood sugar levels. Carbs are, after all, the main stimulant for release of insulin by the pancreas gland. As part of my own adaptation of the Mediterranean diet,...
• Commented on Exercise Alone Won't Help You Lose Weight
  Didn't we debate this six weeks ago? Anyway...in terms of weight management, exercise is most helpful in prevention of weight regain. Most people who have lost significant weight and kept it off long-term have added major amounts of regular exercise...
• Commented on Neurofeedback for Weight Loss
  My malarky detector is pegged out in the red zone. -Steve...
• Commented on Starting Again With My Weight Loss
  I'd shoot for 25-35 pounds in six months. You've got plenty of time to work on it. A more rapid rate of weight loss usually doesn't "stick." Best wishes, Steve...
• Commented on Why Can't I Lose Weight? What Am I Doing Wrong?
  I suspect errors counting calories, or a metabolice disturbance such as an underactive thyroid gland. -Steve Disclaimer: All matters regarding your health require supervision by a personal physician or other appropriate health professional familiar with your current health status. Always...
• Commented on Mediterranean Diet May Keep Your Mind Healthy
  In August, 2008, the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organisation reported rates of overweight and obesity in various countries in the European Union. Greece won honors as the fattest EU country - 75% of adult Greeks are overweight or obese....
• Commented on My Resolutions For Better Health
  Hi, Daisy8. Consider posting on this thread on a regular basis at least twice weekly. That sort of built-in accountablility could help you stay motivated. People will be rooting for you. I'm sorry you've felt the sting of discrimination for...
• Commented on How Do I Maintain Weight Loss?
  The journal called Clinical Diabetes in 2008 published a review article, “Weight Regain Prevention,” summarizing effective strategies for prevention of weight regain after a successful weight-loss program. The article is not specifically for or about people with diabetes. By way...
• Favorited Does Exercise Lead to Weight Loss? on Share
• Commented on Does Calcium CAUSE Hip Fractures?
  Mike, I appreciate your use of scientific evidence to back your assertions....
• Commented on Heavy Boozing Raises Risk of All Sorts of Cancer
  Consumption of three or more alcoholic drinks per day is clearly associated with a higher risk of breast cancer in women. Even one or two drinks daily may slightly increase the risk. Folic acid supplementation might mitigate the risk. If...
• Commented on Obese People Spend $1,500 More on Healthcare Every Year
  I wonder if the study at hand accounted for the money SAVED by premature death of obese people? If a sedentary person weighing 350 pounds dies of a heart attack at age 53, there won't be any additional medical expenses...
• Commented on Try The Mediterranean Diet
  Good summary, Ray. Two of the ways the Mediterranean diet prolong life are by reducing the risk of having a heart attack and stroke (the first and third leading causes of death in developed countries). In my own practice, I...
• Commented on Tap Water Better Regulated Than Bottled Water
  You'll know we're really in a recession when people stop drinking bottled water and return to the tap. A gallon of many bottled waters cost more than a gallon of gas!...
• Commented on Starting the South Beach Diet Again
  Hi, Brie. I lived in Pensacola for 12 years, but now in Arizona. I miss the beaches but not the humidity and hurricanes. South Beach is a healthy way to eat. Sort of a lower-carb Mediterranean diet. The author, Dr....
• Commented on Can You Lose Weight During the Credit Crunch?
  You don't necessarily have to cut out fast food to save money while losing weight. Where I live you, can get one of the following meals for about $2.18 (US)(includes tax): 1) McDonalds McDouble burger and small fries 2) Two...
• Commented on Does Being Overweight Lead to a Longer Life?
  I don't put much stock in a study that looked at only 1,326 people. The reliable studies on this issue examine data on 20,000+. A BMI of 30 or higher defines “obesity” and indicates high risk for poor health, regardless...
• Commented on Is Gary Taubes Onto Something?
  Mike Howard is right. And, Sigrunde, most people in my experience will not lose weight on a low-fat "eat all the pasta you want" diet. But I'm glad it worked for you. "Calories in, Calories out" really does matter. Even...
• Commented on Americans Following Unhealthier Lifestyles Despite Public Campaigns
  Charge higher premiums for health and life insurance for people with body mass index over 30. As it is now, most people aren't willing to adopt a healhy lifestyle because the pay-off is so far in the future they can't...
• Commented on Diet Blog Welcomes New Dietitian + Twitter Frenzy
  I discovered Melanie's dietriffic.com website a few months ago and was very favorably impressed. I'm glad to see her involved here. -Steve...
• Commented on Ways to Slow the Hands of Time
  I didn't know about the "loner" issue - thanks for sharing. Regular exercise really is the closest thing we have to a fountain of youth. Compared to older people who are sedentary, older folks who exercise regularly have functional abilities...
• Posted Type 2 Diabetes and Mediterranean Diet to Share
  Can you name any specific Mediterranean-style weight-loss programs designed for overweight people with type 2 diabetes? Why is this important? 85%of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Cardiovascular disease (e.g, heart attacks and strokes) is unusually common in people...
• Commented on How Fast Should You Walk?
  FYI, a pace of 100 steps per minute is the same beat as the Bee Gee's tune, "Stayin' Alive." -Steve...
• Commented on The 8 Most Underrated Health Trends
  Mike, thanks for mentioning the Mediterranean diet. I see patients in the hospital every day that would (or would have) benefit from the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle: Overweight, Diabetes, Heart Attacks, Strokes, Dementia, Cancer, etc. You'd think these people would...
• Commented on Please Read: New Community Features
  BTW, I couldn't get the "Start a topic" in the ASK seciton to work for me. Maybe it's just me. -Steve...