Behind the alarming statistics on obesity, there are real men & women. The ones who constantly struggle physically and emotionally. Weight-loss procedures can drastically improve the lives of people. Alice Turner, a homemaker in Western Australia, was 115 kgs. She...
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Women today not only form a pivotal part of workforce but play a key role at home. They are teachers, helpers, advisors, and caregivers all wrapped up in one package. In the process women often forget to take care of themselves. Here’s what happens when you...
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Exercising and a balanced diet are a great way to stay healthy and active. But does it cause sustained and durable weight loss in the obese patient? According to a report published in the journal on Diabetes & Endocrinology, obesity is termed as a serious chronic...
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Overweight & obesity are often used synonymously. Although both refer to having more fat in the body than what is considered healthy, obesity is a bigger problem. Body Mass Index (BMI) between 25-29.9 is deemed to be overweight, but more than 30 is considered...
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Going through weight loss procedure is only half the battle won. 95% of the patients after surgery say their quality of life has improved phenomenally. Weight loss surgery is not just about losing those extra kilos; it can alter your lifestyle, the way you look at...
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‘It’s all in your head’ says everyone around you. But, making up your mind to lose weight, eating right, feeling light isn’t a mean feat! Don King, the owner of Fat City Brew & BBQ, California, weighed about 600 pounds at one point of time in...
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The Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey 2017-18 indicated 67%, i.e., 2/3rds of Australian adults are overweight/obese, a considerable increase from 63.5% in 2014-15. The general assumption is that people who are overweight are just not disciplined...
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Experiencing reflux after your weight loss surgery? Reflux is a common complaint post weight loss surgery and can be challenging to manage (and harder to live with!) So what is reflux? Reflux is when your stomach contents (food, fluid and stomach acid) move out of...
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If you have had weight loss surgery or know someone who has, then you know that eating enough protein is one of their key nutritional goals after surgery. The goal of 60-80g of protein a day is the general guideline for most people, but your actual goal will depend on...
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