Here’s something that might surprise you this Diabetes Awareness Month: imagine being able to dramatically improve or even reverse type 2 diabetes within days. Sounds too good to be true? Well, that’s exactly what’s happening in the world of bariatric […]
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As a bariatric dietitian, I often encounter patients who have successfully lost weight but struggle with their body image. This is a common experience, and it’s important to understand that your body image doesn’t always change as quickly as your […]
On September 10th, we commemorated World Suicide Prevention Day, a time to raise global awareness about the preventable nature of suicide. This day also prompted reflection on the significant connection between obesity and mental health, and how this link can […]
Valentine’s Day is upon us! It is that time of the year where we showcase our somewhat embarrassing hidden poetry talent and whip out the largest bouquets, all in a bid to express our undying love and devotion. However, at […]
Healthy eating begins with grocery shopping and while this can be a daunting experience, there are ways to make it fun while at the same time impactful. Here are some tips to make your healthy shopping experience enjoyable and effective […]
Through bariatric procedures, we are able to put our bodies into a calorie deficit by limiting how much food we take in. However, this does not control WHAT we eat and other psychological and external factors that affect the rate […]
As the year comes to a close, it is only natural to reflect on the cycle that has just ended and to look forward to what lies ahead. This year, Holistic Living has continued to make strides towards eradicating obesity […]
Since its establishment in 2015, the World Anti-Obesity Day has been marked in different countries around the world as a campaign to encourage practical actions that help people achieve and maintain a healthy weight to combat the global obesity crisis. […]
All around the world, there are ongoing conversations about obesity and it’s impact on individuals and society at large. Holistic Living and the East African Bariatric Center collaborated in bringing together experts from various fields to facilitate this conversation here […]
Obesity Africa conference, a pan-African platform will bring together 400 healthcare professionals, healthy living providers and other specialties in the area of overweight and obesity to educate on and discuss the increasingly prevalent health related effects of obesity, their impact on the continent, […]
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