NEWS & TIPS
Bariatric Hair Loss: Causes & Treatments
Have you recently had weight loss surgery and now your hair seems to be falling out? Bariatric hair loss is quite a common phenomenon, but we understand it can be a scary thing to deal with, especially for women. While excessive hair loss can be quite traumatic, In...
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7 Best Christmas Gifts for Weight Loss Surgery
Has a special someone in your life just had weight loss surgery? You may be looking for a way to give a unique Christmas gift which supports them in their journey to great health. But what to get them? Here are 7 ideas for gifts which complement a weight loss surgery...
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Can I Drink Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery?
A common question about life after weight loss surgery, is whether it is okay to drink alcohol. We understand this question. Drinking alcohol is socially acceptable (and often encouraged by friends or family). But is it bad for your health after bariatric surgery?...
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How To Stay Hydrated After Bariatric Surgery
With the summer months now upon us, we think it’s the perfect time to talk about water! It seems like a simple solution to stay hydrated after bariatric surgery – just drink more water - right? But it isn’t always an easy task for patients. Due to the depleted size of...
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How to Improve Heart Health Through Physical Activity
A topic which is close to our hearts, here at Weight Loss Solutions Sunshine Coast is heart disease. It is the number one killer in Australia, and it impacts obese people in even greater ratios. Every year, the Heart Foundation’s Heart Week brings awareness to...
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Why is Meal Prep So Important After Weight Loss Surgery?
Short on time? Don’t let that lead to last minute, unhealthy, meal choices which derail your weight loss goals. Be prepared! Give meal prep a go. Preparing your meals in advance ensures you are eating good food often, no matter how busy you are. It also allows you to...
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Surgical Weight Loss For Noosa Area At New Tewantin Consulting Suites
Weight loss surgery patients in the Noosa area now have easy access to consults at new purpose-built consulting suites in Tewantin. Dr Garth McLeod conducts both bariatric and general surgical consults from his new premises at the Cooloola Centre, Tewantin, only a...
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AMA Wages War On Sugar, Government Called to Take Action
A tax on sugar, advertising restrictions and a comprehensive education campaign are some of the appeals made by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) as a response to Australia’s health crisis. As bariatric and general surgeons on the frontline of obesity-related...
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10 Ways to Avoid Christmas Weight Gain
When it comes to Christmas many people who have had weight loss surgery or even those who are simply on a healthy eating plan, go into panic mode. The Christmas catch-ups start now and flow right through the New Year. They generally involve eating out, eating...
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How Incidental Activity Can Help You Lose Weight
Beginning an exercise regime can be challenging - not only time-wise but also in terms of motivation - especially if you have had a mostly sedentary lifestyle. To help continue your weight loss you need to continue moving - but it doesn’t have to be challenging. An...
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How Much Weight Do You Lose with Gastric Sleeve?
A common question we know many patients have, is the expected volume and durability of weight loss following their procedure. In short, the answer to "How much weight do you lose with gastric sleeve?" is different for everyone. However, given the popularity of this...
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The Role of a Dietitian In Your Weight Loss Journey
Many people who embark on weight loss surgery have come into contact with at least one dietitian in the past and let’s face it, we aren’t on the top of anyone’s Christmas card list! So when your weight loss surgeon suggests you see yet another dietitian, you shudder...
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