Valerie Sutherland, MDApr 14 minErythritol in the NewsA recent article published in Nature Medicine reported an association between erythritol and cardiovascular events in humans as well as a...
Valerie Sutherland, MDFeb 113 minDBT: Healthy Habits for the Mind (& Body)One’s mind is just as important to their overall health as their body. In some cases, a healthy mind is a necessary component for a...
Valerie Sutherland, MDJan 252 minBig Benefits from Modest Weight LossHave you ever been told that you should lose so much weight that it seemed too daunting to even try? Has a doctor ever told you that you...
Valerie Sutherland, MDOct 30, 20224 minMindfullness Meditation: Harnessing your Inner PowerIf humans are mostly creatures of habit, as noted in the acclaimed book, “The Power of Habit”, and much of our health and wellness (and...
Valerie Sutherland, MDOct 8, 20225 minMedications vs. Lifestyle in Weight LossThere is a recent “news cycle” in weight loss medication. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) was approved to treat Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus on May...
Valerie Sutherland, MDSep 24, 20222 minAn Ounce of PreventionPreventive and routine care is care that helps prevent health problems or finds them before they become serious. Examples of common...
Valerie Sutherland, MDAug 20, 20224 minRainier Medical Weight Loss Program Top 10 FAQsAugust is glorious in the Pacific Northwest! Many people enjoy travel and special events. It is hard to believe that Fall and Back to...
Valerie Sutherland, MDAug 13, 20222 minTrauma, Abuse and ObesityAfter finally reaching a healthier weight after having obesity for decades, some people have unexpected reactions to their new bodies....
Valerie Sutherland, MDAug 6, 20223 minSitting is the New SmokingLast week, we read about making over the home environment to be conducive to a healthy lifestyle, especially healthy food, limited screen...
Valerie Sutherland, MDJul 30, 20226 minHealthy Home MakeoverBefore the pandemic, I would have said that many people spend as many waking hours at work as they do at home. Now, many people spend a...