Reducing Your Risk of Cancer

The exact mechanisms are still being studied, but several factors likely contribute: Increased hormone levels: Excess body fat, particularly visceral fat around the organs, can lead to higher levels of hormones like insulin and estrogen, which may promote cancer growth. Chronic inflammation: Obesity is linked to chronic low-grade inflammation, which can damage cells and increase cancer risk. Changes in…

Coeliac Disease & Weight Loss

In people diagnosed with coeliac disease, the immune system demonstrates an atypical reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, which are primarily composed of carbohydrates. This immune response causes harm to the small intestine, leading to insufficient nutrient absorption and causing a range of gastrointestinal and malabsorptive symptoms. Individuals with coeliac…

Managing Potential Medication Side Effects

Weight loss medications can cause some side effects. The most common time for side effects is during the first five weeks of treatment, when the drug dose is being slowly being increased.  However, you may not have any symptoms at all. We will be covering the most common side effects reported in the drug trials…