Understanding Obesity as a Chronic Disease: Key Takeaways from Our Medical Weight Loss Webinar

Obesity is not a lack of willpower — it is a chronic, relapsing disease. In this educational webinar, Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, explains why traditional diets fail, how the brain and hormones regulate weight, and why sustainable weight loss often requires medical care. This blog breaks down the science behind obesity and what it means for patients seeking real, long-term results.