SSM Health Weight Management Services

12/22/2025

🎄Holiday Season Tips for Long-Term Success 🎄

-Start each meal with protein
-Bring a dish you know you can eat
-Prioritize water between meals
-Enjoy your favorite foods in small, mindful portions
-Plan activities that are not related to food, such as playing cards or a white elephant gift swap

Most importantly, give yourself grace. Stalls and slip-ups happen. Remember, the holidays are about connection, not perfection! 🎁

12/21/2025

❄️ Hello Winter! ❄️

The shortest day, the longest night—and the perfect reminder that even in the coldest seasons, beauty and growth are quietly at work. Embrace the stillness, find warmth in connection, and let this winter be a season of reflection and renewal. 🌟

What’s one thing you’re looking forward to this winter?

12/20/2025

Germs weren't on your gift list, but holiday gatherings often share more than just pretty packages and warm wishes. Keep your family happy and healthy - even if everyone else is sick.

Need care now? Find an SSM Health Urgent Care or Express Care location near you:

https://www.getcare.ssmhealth.com/locations?search=Urgent%2BCare

12/19/2025

🎄 How do you unwind during the holidays?

We asked our amazing team to share their favorite ways to relax this season—and their answers will make you smile!

✨ What’s YOUR favorite way to relax? Tell us in the comments! 👇

12/17/2025

✨ Finding joy in simplicity this holiday season ✨

The holidays can feel overwhelming with all the shopping, decorating, and planning. But sometimes, the most meaningful moments come from slowing down and focusing on what truly matters—connection, peace, and joy.

Simplicity doesn’t mean missing out; it means making space for what’s important. Whether it’s sharing a cozy evening with loved ones or choosing experiences over things, simplicity can help us rediscover the heart of the season.

💡 Looking for inspiration? Check out this great read:

👉 https://www.ssmhealth.com/newsroom/blogs/ssm-health-matters/december-2024/finding-joy-in-simplicity

How do you keep the holidays simple and joyful? Share your ideas in the comments!

12/16/2025

You may have heard that SSM Health doctors, clinics, and hospitals are going out of network with United Healthcare Commercial and Medicaid plans on January 1, 2026. To read more, please visit ssmhealth.com/UHC
If you are a patient of ours with affected UHC insurance with upcoming appointments, our office will be contacting you soon to discuss.

Important Information About Our Participation with UnitedHealthcare Plans

12/15/2025

12/12/2025

✨Progress isn't perfect, it's consistent.
Weight loss journeys come with wins, stalls, and learning moments. Celebrate the small victories: drinking all your water, taking your vitamins, or making a healthy snack choice. You're building a healthier you, one choice at a time. 💙

Tell us one win you had today! 👇

12/09/2025

🐟 Small fish, big benefits! Sardines are rich in Omega-3s for heart health ❤️, protein for energy 💪, and vitamin D for strong bones. Plus, sardines are the ultimate budget-friendly superfood! Would you try sardines as a snack or in a salad?

12/04/2025

Happy National Cookie Day! Check out this recipe for a higher protein, lower sugar cookie option. What is your favorite type of cookie?

12/03/2025

The holiday season can be a busy time for many. Planning and preparing meals ahead of time, can help things run smoothly during the week. What are your favorite go-to meal prep options?