Don Colbert, MD

Don Colbert, M.D., is board certified in family practice and anti aging medicine. He is the Medical Director of the Divine Health Wellness Center in Orlando, Florida

Lead Us Not Into Temptation...

January 22nd, 201008:32 AM ET

By Don Colbert, MD

Almost every obese or overweight person has a particular food that is irresistible to them. Foods that bring about intense cravings that are difficult to control. Cravings are bound to happen to even the most disciplined people. Cravings usually hit around 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Yet, these times can vary for each person....
Don't Let Snacking Sabotage You!

January 12th, 201007:41 PM ET

By Don Colbert, MD

A good snack not only turns off the appetite, but it can prevent it from being triggered in the first place. Many view snacking as counterproductive to weight loss however, proper snacking can actually help you burn more calories in the process. Research shows that snacking on the right amount of healthy foods in addition to eating three meals each...
Stop Making Resolutions! Make a commitment!

January 04th, 201009:37 PM ET

By Don Colbert, MD

People make commitments all the time. They get married, buy a house or a car making a commitment to "till death do us part" or, to paying a monthly mortgage or car payment. Few dieters ever make a commitment to losing weight. Every year on January 1st the most common resolution people make is to lose weight. It could be anything from the last pesky...
Practicing an Attitude of Gratitude

December 23rd, 200906:17 AM ET

By Don Colbert, MD

America has seen quite a few changes this year. The unemployment rate has risen from 7.6% in January to 10.0% as of December 1st. This is a startling figure to say the least. About 2.5 million American's received foreclosure notices on their homes this year alone. With all of this negativity going on in the world, the Christmas season can be an esp...
Healthy Holiday Eating Tips!

December 16th, 200909:54 AM ET

By Don Colbert, MD

The holidays can be a very stressful time for anyone trying to start, or stay on track with their diet. All of the holiday parties and gift baskets that show up in the work place can make one feel surrounded by temptation. According to a recent study by Tufts University in Boston, individuals that are already overweight put on an average of 5 addit...