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 […]
Vitamin D
Vitamin D Vitamin D deficiency is common in Australia. It is estimated that over 30% of Australians have mild, moderate or severe vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D facilitates calcium absorption from the gut and helps to maintain normal calcium concentrations in the body. This is important for bone and muscle health. Vitamin D also plays […]
Managing Nausea – Medication Side Effects
Managing Nausea – Medication Side Effects Nausea is a common side effect experienced by many patients taking weight loss medications. While it can be uncomfortable, the good news is that nausea typically diminishes over time as your body adjusts to the medication. Here are some helpful tips to manage and reduce nausea while on weight […]
Waist Circumference
Waist Circumference Waist circumference in adults is a very good indicator of visceral fat and is a far better predictor than BMI (body mass index) for risk of a person developing metabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2017-18 National Health Survey, 63% of Australian […]
Ketogenic Diet
Ketogenic Diet Ketogenic diet is a low carbohydrate diet mostly being used for weight loss. There is not one “standard” ketogenic diet with a specific ratio of macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, fat). But it typically contains less than 50 gr of carbohydrate , high amount of protein and moderate amount of fat. The premise of the […]
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis Clinical studies have thoroughly documented the relationship between obesity and osteoarthritis (OA). Obesity is consistently identified as a risk factor for developing knee OA, with a 35% increase in risk for every 5-unit rise in BMI. This risk is notably higher in women compared to men. Knee OA can be highly debilitating due […]
Percentage Weight Loss Benefits
Percentage Weight Loss Benefits A 5% total body weight loss (TBWL) is generally accepted as a clinically meaningful amount. For a 100kg person this would mean a reduction and maintenance of just 5kgs can significantly reduce their risk of metabolic complications. Today we will explore how much % TBWL can improve health and reduce disease. […]
Hypertension
Hypertension Australian guidelines state that hypertension is defined as a blood pressure of greater than 140/90mmHg. Hypertension rarely presents with symptoms; it’s often diagnosed as part of a routine blood pressure check. Hypertension is very closely related to obesity. Studies show that 78% of new cases of essential hypertension in men and 65% of new […]
Bariatric Surgery Criteria
Bariatric Surgery Criteria The general medical guidelines for weight loss surgery have recently changed and are based on BMI (Body Mass Index). To be eligible for weight-loss surgery you must meet the following requirements: • Have a BMI of 35 or higherOr• Have a BMI between 30 and 35 and an obesity-related condition, such as […]
