10: Nutrition & dietetics medical articles

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Nutrition & dietetics

Weight plays a significant part in our health, and being under- or overweight can have devastating and chronic consequences, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, infertility, and diabetes. In this article, a GP shares their guide on managing weight in ways that are optimal for health.

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By Mrs Kalpana Devalia
23.09.24
Nutrition & dietetics

Wegovy and Mounjaro injections: A new era in weight loss treatment

Here, weight loss expert and consultant general surgeon, Mrs Kalpana Devalia, discusses the effectiveness of weight loss injections Wegovy and Mounjaro.

Young couple taking up the ketogenic diet

By Dr Philip Bazire
20.08.24
Nutrition & dietetics

How the Ketogenic diet can help you

The ketogenic diet, often referred to as the "keto" diet, is a low-carbohydrate that has gained popularity for its potential benefits in weight loss and managing certain medical conditions. The primary goal of the ketogenic diet is to shift the body's metabolism from relying on carbohydrates for energy to using fats as the main energy source. This metabolic state is known as ketosis. Here to tell us all about it, is leading medical weight management specialist Dr Philip Bazire.

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Nutrition & dietetics

How to stick to a weight-friendly diet

In this article, we outline some key nutritional options for weight loss, as esteemed medical weight loss specialist, Dr Philip Bazire, offers his expert insights.

A wooden plaque with fruit and veg on it

By Dr Philip Bazire
14.06.24
Nutrition & dietetics

The gut microbiome: explained

The gut microbiome refers to the diverse community of microorganisms residing in the digestive tract. It plays a crucial role in digestion, immune function, and metabolism. Imbalances in the microbiome can lead to digestive disorders, inflammation, and compromised overall health, highlighting its significance for gut health. Leading medical weight loss specialist Dr Philip Bazire explains everything you need to know

By Professor Carel Le Roux
04.09.23
Nutrition & dietetics

Obesity: how can it be managed?

Obesity is a condition which can seriously hinder someone’s life, impacting their health both physically and psychologically. Weight loss can transform the life of someone suffering from obesity, improving both their health and confidence. Award-winning specialist in metabolic medicine Professor Carel Le Roux provides us with tips to effectively manage substantial weight loss.

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Nutrition & dietetics

The hypocaloric diet: tailoring weight loss

The hypocaloric diet is all about calorie reduction depending on each individual's needs. Find out about this ideal way to lose weight.

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Nutrition & dietetics

Osteoporosis and its relationship with cancer: what can be done to improve bone density?

More than 200 million people suffer from osteoporosis globally and this problem is exacerbated by cancer. This article sheds light on this issue and sets out what measures can be taken to improve bone density in these circumstances.

By Miss Ghada Salman
01.08.17
Nutrition & dietetics

Nutrition and your baby: 8 tips for a healthy pregnancy

There is so much information out there for expecting mothers that it can be confusing - what's right, and what's not? We look at 8 steps that you can follow during pregnancy to ensure your baby has the right nutritional start in life.