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Weight Management

For patients looking for weight management services, CHI Health experts talk about the Bariatrics programs available and how to reach your weight loss goal.

Beyond the BMI: Why Weight Management is More Than a Number

By Kyle Cassling, MD

JAN 08, 2026 | Wellness, Weight Management

While BMI can be a useful screening tool for populations, relying solely on this single number to define an individual's health and dictate weight management strategies is outdated and often misleading.

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Separating Fact From Fiction: Common Misconceptions About Bariatric Surgery
By Kyle Cassling, MD JAN 06, 2026 | Wellness, Weight Management
Let's debunk some of the most common misconceptions about bariatric surgery and illuminate who it's truly designed to help.
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Portion Control: Your Guide to Healthy Portions
By Robin Duhon, RD, LD, LMNT SEP 09, 2024 | Nutrition, Weight Management
If your goal is either weight maintenance or weight loss, portion control can be a valuable tool to help you eat healthy.
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Stay Healthy While Enjoying Your Summer!
By Robin Duhon, RD, LD, LMNT JUL 19, 2024 | Nutrition, Wellness, Weight Management
Keep yourself energized with healthy foods so you can feel your best all summer long.
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Being Successful at the Grocery Store
By Robin Duhon, RD, LD, LMNT MAY 31, 2024 | Nutrition, Weight Management
Smart grocery shopping is an important part of eating healthy. One of the simplest places to start is by creating a menu for yourself so you know what to buy.
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Helpful Ways to Keep Your Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
By Robin Duhon, RD, LD, LMNT FEB 06, 2024 | Nutrition, Wellness, Weight Management
Keeping new year's resolutions can be difficult. Turning your resolution into small goals and planning for success are two tips to help you achieve your goals.
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Weight Loss Surgery with No Incisions or Scars
By Michael Hovey, MD, FACS FEB 06, 2024 | Weight Management
If you’ve been on the fence about weight loss surgery, a newer approach with no incisions, no scars and a shorter recovery may be an option for achieving lasting weight loss.
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