5 Reasons I Want My Patients to Manage Their Weight | A Biblical Doctor’s Perspective
Chronic disease is rising at an alarming rate—and one of the biggest contributors is excess weight. In this episode of Biblical Prescriptions for Life, Dr. James L. Marcum shares five powerful reasons he encourages his patients to actively manage their weight—not through quick fixes, medications, or surgery alone, but through God’s design and biblical truth.
From a physician’s perspective, Dr. Marcum explains how managing weight can:
• Reduce chronic disease
• Improve relationships with God and others
• Decrease dependence on medications
• Lower healthcare costs
• Ultimately bring glory to God
Anchored in Psalm 46:10 — “Be still, and know that I am God”, this message connects faith, physiology, epigenetics, and practical health choices in a way the world’s system never will.
If you’re tired of chasing dopamine through food, overwhelmed by health advice, or searching for a Christ-centered approach to wellness, this video offers hope, clarity, and direction.
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