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Obesity and Osteoarthritis: Why Joint Pain is About More Than Extra Body Weight

Obesity and osteoarthritis are closely connected—but extra pressure on the knees and hips is only part of the story. Research suggests inflammation and metabolic changes associated with obesity may also affect cartilage, bone and other joint tissues, including joints that do not bear body weight. Learn how weight, inflammation and osteoarthritis are connected, why movement still matters when your joints hurt and what treatment options you can discuss with your healthcare provider.

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Can Obesity Cause Fatty Liver? What to Know About MASLD and MASH

Fatty liver disease isn’t always caused by alcohol. Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously called NAFLD, is closely associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes and other metabolic risk factors—and it can develop without obvious symptoms. Learn how obesity and MASLD are connected, what MASH means, why liver fibrosis matters and when to talk with your healthcare provider about your liver health.

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Goal Weight vs. Ideal Body Weight: What’s the Difference?

Should your weight-loss goal match your “ideal body weight”? Not necessarily. While ideal body weight and BMI are valuable medical tools, they don’t tell the full story of your health. Learn why a personalized goal weight is often a better measure of success, how even a 5–10% weight loss can deliver significant health benefits, and why sustainable habits matter more than chasing a number on the scale.

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• Posted in Blog, Health Care • By Cassie I. Story

Heart-Healthy Meals for Sharing or Quiet Evenings In

Food is often tied to celebration, connection and care. Around Valentine’s Day, meals can start to feel either overly indulgent or unnecessarily complicated. Simple, nourishing meals can support heart health, stabilize energy and still feel special, whether you are sharing with someone else or enjoying a quiet meal on your own.

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