Dr. Hugh Houston

Family gatherings often mean questions or comments about food choices, appearance, or progress. Even when meant kindly, those remarks can feel discouraging or overwhelming. Here are practical ways to protect your peace and handle family conversations with confidence.

The holiday season is full of reasons to celebrate: good food, family gatherings, and moments of gratitude. But for many people on a weight loss journey, this time of year can also bring stress around food choices and routines.

As the air turns crisp and routines settle back in, fall is the perfect season to reset and refocus on your health. Between the structure that comes with back-to-school schedules, the cooler weather that encourages movement, and the bounty of seasonal foods, autumn offers plenty of opportunities to recommit to your wellness goals.