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
Most People Can Start a Healthy Habit—But Maintaining It Is the Real ChallengeIf starting healthy habits were the hardest part, ...
Getting Proper Rest: Why Sleep Matters for Weight Loss and Overall HealthLet’s talk about sleep—one of the most overlooked (and ...
Are All GLP-1 Medications Created Equal?The short answer is no. GLP-1 medications have become an important tool in the treatment ...
Do You Know Your Numbers? Why Tracking Your Health Metrics Matters Do you know your numbers? Blood pressure, cholesterol, blood ...
Obesity is often misunderstood as a simple issue of willpower or lifestyle choices. In reality, it’s a complex medical condition ...
When it comes to obesity, many people assume it’s simply a matter of willpower — eat less, move more, and ...
Weight loss isn’t always as simple as “eat less, move more.” Many people struggle to shed pounds despite following healthy ...
Obesity is one of the most commonly misunderstood medical conditions today. For many people, it’s treated as a matter of ...
Most people don’t think about their metabolic health until something starts to feel “off.” Maybe it’s the sudden weight gain ...
We want to extend our gratitude to Delegate Bill Wiley for his letter of support. A heartfelt thank you to ...
Have you been diagnosed with pre-diabetes and want to prevent progression? Read more to learn what steps you can take ...
Are you concerned that you are showing symptoms of diabetes? Continue reading to learn more about common signs of diabetes. ...
Dig Deeper
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.