Category: Wellness

For years, many women were discouraged from using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) because of the FDA’s “black box” warning—the strongest caution placed on a prescription medication. That warning stemmed from early-2000s research that suggested an increased risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular problems in women taking certain types of hormone therapy. This month, after a […]

If you’re preparing for your bariatric surgery, it is imperative that you understand how to take care of your body nutritionally after your procedure. Your new diet won’t look like your previous diet. Dr. Scott Stowers and our team at The Bariatric Experts, in Frisco, or Abilene, Texas, provide guidance on supplementing your body with the right […]

Dieting is popular. About one-third of the population is on a diet at any given time. It can be especially frustrating to try so hard, only to lose a little bit of weight and then gain it back and maybe even more. If you’re one of the many who isn’t having success with your diet, we can […]

Losing as little as 5% of your body weight can make a big difference in your body, improving health problems and helping you feel better, too.At The Bariatric Experts in Frisco, and Abilene, Texas, Dr. Scott Stowers leads our expert team in weight loss and weight control. We offer comprehensive weight loss programs, focusing on educating you on the most […]

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) develops when acid in your stomach travels back into the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach. The result? Irritation to the lining of your esophagus.This condition affects about 20% of America’s population, but that percentage could decrease simply by knowing which foods to avoid and which ones to eat.Dr. Scott Stowers leads […]