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Maintaining a proper weight is very important to several aspects of your health. Most people are well aware of the dangers that come with being overweight. High blood pressure, clogged arteries, heart attacks and diabetes are the most commonly perceived risks, but there are others. Your spine must support your body weight, and any excess load can lead to serious problems. Herniated discs and accelerated degeneration (spinal arthritis) are very common in overweight individuals. At our office, the focus is on education. Understanding proper portion size and the basic principles of metabolism are essential to attaining long-term weight loss.
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