Weight Loss Resource Center
Resources for Weight Loss – Tailored To You!
Whole Body Health & Wellness
Weight Loss, Redefined
At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we believe weight loss should be about more than quick visits, prescriptions, and rushed decisions.
Our mission is to give you everything you need to not just embark on – but to succeed in – your weight loss journey.
The resources below will help point you in the right direction as you decide how to take your first step.
We sincerely hope that you will trust Dr. Li and Valley Obesity Medicine and Diabetes to help you along the way!
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
– Lao Tzu
Chronic Illness Prevention Starts Here
Must-Read Resources
What Makes Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes Different?
What Makes Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes Different?When you decide to take the first step toward managing your weight, you...
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Is Eating Before Bed Bad for You?
Is Eating Before Bed Bad for You?Many of us have had that late-night snack habit—sometimes it’s a small piece of...
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Dr. Li’s Delicious Sautéed Kale
At VOMD’s Weight Loss Resource Center, we’re excited to share healthy recipes to support your wellness journey. We’re starting with...
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Understanding Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome and Its Link to Weight Gain Weight gain isn’t just about calories in versus calories out—it can also be...
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What is Obesity Medicine
What Is Obesity Medicine? When it comes to weight loss, many people think it’s all about eating less and moving more....
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Just Diagnosed With Prediabetes? Here’s What to Do Next
Just Diagnosed With Prediabetes? Here’s What to Do Next Hearing the words “you’re prediabetic” can feel overwhelming—but here’s the good news: prediabetes...
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Blood Sugar and Weight Loss: The Missing Link
How Blood Sugar Affects Cravings and Fat StorageIf weight loss feels harder than it “should” be, you’re not alone. And...
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Progress Over Perfection: One Step at a Time
Progress doesn’t require perfection—it requires one small step forward.For many people living with obesity, the journey toward better health is...
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Want to do some more research before your decision to contact a weight loss specialist? Check the categories below to see what suits your personal journey.
Live Healthy
Losing weight is more than just putting your health into the hands of a specialist; it’s a lifestyle!
Help a Loved One
Know someone struggling with weight loss? These resources will arm you with what you need to help.
Help a Child
Helping a child who is struggling with obesity can be delicate. Here’s some resources to help.
Disease Prevention
Whether you’re at risk or already managing a condition, it’s not too late to build healthier habits.
Obesity Care
Obesity isn’t about willpower—it’s a medical condition with many root causes. Read more below.
Manage Diabetes
By focusing on weight management alongside diabetes care, feeling better day to day is possible!
Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes was founded by Dr. Michael Li, a Board-Certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. After 15 years in Hospital Medicine, Dr. Li shifted his focus to outpatient care to better address chronic conditions, particularly obesity and diabetes.