IFSO/ANZMOSS Statement
IFSO / ANZMOSS Statement A Bariatric Doctor’s Perspective on IFSO/ANZMOSS World Conference 2024 In recent years, the landscape of obesity management has undergone a significant transformation, as evidenced by the latest combined annual world conference of the International Federation For the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) and the Australian and New Zealand Metabolic […]
Fermented Food and Gut Health
Fermented Food and Gut Health Fermented foods have been a staple in various cultures for centuries, not just for their unique flavours but also for their profound health benefits. These foods, including yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso, are rich in probiotics—live bacteria that are beneficial for your gut microbiome. Scientific research has shown that […]
Daily Calcium Requirements
Daily Calcium Requirements Healthy Bones Australia recommends the pictured calcium intake guidelines for Australians. In children, growing bones require daily calcium intake. Daily dietary recommendations increase as children grow. Calcium is essential during the teenage growth spurt. Peak bone mass is achieved by early twenties and 40% is acquired during puberty. As adults, adequate calcium […]
Obesity and Atrial Fibrillation
Obesity and Atrial Fibrillation Did you know that obesity can impact your heart health leading to atrial fibrillation (AF)? Atrial fibrillation, or AF, is an irregular heartbeat where the heart’s upper chambers (atria) do not contract regularly. This condition increases the risk of stroke and other heart-related complications. Obesity is firmly established as an independent […]
Medication Doses and Weight Loss
Medication Doses and Weight Loss Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP1) receptor agonists have emerged as a promising treatment for weight loss, primarily due to their ability to regulate appetite and glucose metabolism. However, not everyone responds to these medications in the same way, and one key factor contributing to this variability is the expression of GLP1 receptors […]
Access to Metabolic Bariatric Surgery
Access to Metabolic Bariatric Surgery We often get asked about the costs related to surgery and patients want to know how they can access Metabolic Bariatric Surgery. As it stands, in 2022 (our most recent data), the majority of both primary (96.8%) and revision procedures (92.9%) were privately funded. The proportion of privately funded procedures […]
Obesity and Breast Cancer
Obesity and Breast Cancer The 2015 NICE guidelines for menopause diagnosis and management focusses on Women between the age of 50-59 and examines their risk of developing Breast Cancer. The guidelines highlight the following points regarding breast cancer risk and obesity. 1. Baseline Population Risk: In the general population the risk of breast cancer increases […]
Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that, when occurring together, significantly increase the risk of many serious diseases. Heart failure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, liver disease and some cancers are just a few examples of the conditions that are related to the metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is characterised by a combination of […]
Depression After Bariatric Surgery
Depression After Bariatric Surgery Bariatric surgery procedures lead to significant weight loss, improvements in obesity-related health conditions, and extended life expectancy. They enhance a persons physical and mental well-being, daily activities, social relationships, body image, eating behavior, and sexual health. However, weight loss outcomes can vary among individuals, and some may experience a decline in […]
Binge Eating Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder Over 1.1 million Australians are currently experiencing an eating disorder. Binge Eating Disorder is one of many eating disorders. It involves frequent episodes of excessive eating without compensatory behaviors like vomiting or over-exercising afterward. It’s a significant mental health condition. Binge eating comprises two main aspects:Consuming a substantial quantity of food in […]
