Is eating slow a good way to speed up your weight loss?
I hope you agree with me that we live in a fast-paced world where multi-tasking is expected, and meals are often rushed. So many people eat on the go or are distracted in front of a screen, but eating this way removes pleasure and can adversely impact your health. 6 Reasons why people eat so […]
Does Yo-Yo Dieting Wreak Havoc On Your Metabolic Health?
A recent study by Scandinavian scientists showed that losing weight quickly slows your metabolism much more than gradual weight loss, even when the same amount of weight is lost overall. The researchers asked one group of people to follow a rapid weight loss program (crash diet) for 4 weeks, while another group followed a more […]
How to Eat Healthy On a Budget After Bariatric Surgery
The rise in cost of living comes with its own challenges. However, this does not have to mean you start to compromise your health. As the cost of fresh food rises, it can be hard to stick to a budget especially when you’ve had bariatric surgery and need to eat healthy. But don’t give in […]
What Does It Take to Get Ready for Bariatric Surgery or Weight-Loss Surgery?
7 questions to ask before making a decision Bariatric surgery isn’t a quick fix for long-term weight issues and its related illnesses. However, it is one of the most effective ways to lose weight and treat those health problems. With hard work, dedication and long term follow up from a great team, it can be […]
Cholesterol and Its Link to Fatty Liver
Cholesterol is a small molecule that helps with basic cellular functions. It strengthens the membrane and helps generate vitamins such as Vitamin A, D, E and K. Cholesterol is vital to simple body processes, like osmosis (Appendix 1). It reduces a cell’s permeability to water, ions and polar molecules, so if a harmful molecule approaches […]
Do’s and Don’ts for Exercise after Bariatric Surgery in 2023
Learn Which Physical Activities Are Best for You on Your Journey of Transformation One of the key steps on the journey to a successful bariatric surgery outcome— both before and after the procedure — is exercise. My patients always ask me questions about exercise. They want to know if and when they can exercise after bariatric […]
The Allurion Gastric Balloon vs Other Weight-Loss Balloons
How does the weight loss Gastric Balloon work? A weight-loss or gastric balloon such as the Allurion Gastric Balloon is a less invasive tool than surgery to help reduce a person’s weight. It is placed inside the stomach in a non-surgical procedure, meaning without the need for invasive surgery, and is left there for a […]
Is your TV making you Fat?
Your TV itself doesn’t directly make you gain weight, but the way you use it and the behaviours associated with excessive TV watching can contribute to weight gain and obesity. Here are some ways in which excessive TV watching can potentially lead to weight gain: 1. “Sedentary Lifestyle:” Spending long hours watching TV typically involves […]
Can major weight loss affect your relationships?
Weight loss, whether it’s a few or over 100 kilos, often results in positive changes to your physical health, such as lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. And while many people who lose weight think it will automatically result in increased happiness, improved body image, and better relationships, the reality is more complicated. […]
Is being overweight costing you a fortune?
The hidden cost of obesity and FIVE strategies on how losing weight could save you money! Saving Money when the cost of living sucks! At a time when the cost of living has skyrocketed with inflation and interest rate that just seem to be stepping up every month, it has never been a better time […]