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80% of men worry about their body


Monday, January 9th, 2012

A new survey has revealed that men are more susceptible to body image worries than was once thought, with 80 per cent saying they regularly discuss image concerns with family and friends. The survey of 400 men, carried out by the University of the West of England’s Centre for Appearance Research in Bristol, revealed that [...]

Guidelines to determine what weight loss procedure is best for you


Thursday, December 15th, 2011

A weight loss surgery should be just one part of a plan to sustain weight loss and lead a healthy, active lifestyle, which is why different approaches will suit different people. For this reason, when patients are examining the different types of weight loss surgeries they could have to help them meet their goals, there [...]

Obesity Health Survey


Thursday, December 15th, 2011

Obesity is on the rise, according to the latest data published from the Health Survey England (HSE) on the prevalence of overweight and obesity in the population.  The report Statistics on Obesity, Physical Activity and Diet: England 2011, reveals in 2009 nearly a quarter of adults (24% of women and 22% of men older than [...]

Biggest Health Risks – Obesity


Thursday, December 15th, 2011

According to the latest data from Health Survey England (HSE) nearly a quarter or 1 out of 4 adults is obese.  Since 1980, obesity among adults in the UK has tripled leading many experts to label this alarming trend the “obesity epidemic.”  Attributed to an individual’s biology (E.G metabolism and genetics) and behavioral patterns (physical [...]

How to Calculate Your BMI


Thursday, December 15th, 2011

While we have a convenient BMI calculator available for you to use, some people are curious as to how exactly BMI is calculated. The most common method of measuring obesity is the body mass index (BMI). BMI is an estimated measure of body fat and is calculated by dividing body weight (kilograms) by height (square [...]

Recipe for someone recently fitted with a gastric band: Spinach Salad Topped With Warm Chicken Breast


Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

The primary purpose of getting fitted with a gastric band is to learn how to eat smaller portions to make you feel full. While you want to reduce your calorie intake, you shouldn’t have to compromise on taste. As you continue your weight loss plan, you may also struggle to incorporate nutrient-rich meals into your [...]

Recipe for someone recently fitted with a gastric balloon: Sweet and Tangy Mango Smoothie


Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

The gastric balloon is a helpful weight loss tool for overweight patients who wish to shed a few stone without having an invasive procedure. The balloon, which is inserted into the stomach and then filled with a saline solution meant to inflate it, will take up space in your tummy to help you adapt to [...]

Recipe for someone recently fitted with a gastric balloon: Hearty Spinach and Lentil Soup


Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

If you are searching for an easily adaptable recipe to add to your weight loss meal plan, soups are a great choice. In addition to being easy to prepare, they present a way to pack in plenty of vegetables and flavour without having to plan an elaborate meal. And since you will only be able [...]

Dawn French flaunts new figure


Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

Dawn French has caused quite a stir after her appearance at the Galaxy National Book Awards in London. Rumours have been rife that the 53-year-old comedienne, who titled her 2008 autobiography Dear Fatty, has been aided by a gastric band since she showed off her remarkably slimmer figure on the red carpet. Dawn has lost [...]

Tina Malone praises The Hospital Group on Daybreak


Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

Tina Malone, actress and patient of The Hospital Group, appeared on Daybreak yesterday (25th October), discussing the finale of the current series of Shameless and her weight loss. The actress, famous for playing Mimi Maguire in the Channel 4 show, had a gastric band fitted by The Hospital Group in March 2010. She revealed that [...]

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