June 28, 2021

Are intermittent fasting diets effective for weight loss?

In this video I discuss the effectiveness of intermittent fasting diets for weight loss. There are different type of intermittent fasting diets and not all diets will work for every person so it is worth trying them to see what works for the individual.

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· June 29, 2021

Will diet control help with managing my obesity?

This video discusses the effectiveness of diet control in managing obesity.

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· June 28, 2021

How safe is a ketogenic diet for weight loss?

Here I discuss the safety of the ketogenic diet and address the precautions of beginning this type of diet.

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· June 28, 2021

How can I get help with my obesity?

This video addresses the type of help available to obese individuals. Lifestyle modification programs are classified with the Tier 2 program, inclusive of the NHS diabetes prevention program. Tier 3 is usually a management options that refers to a specialist and will involve an element of hospital intervention.

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· June 29, 2021

Why has Orlistat not helped me lose weight?

This video discusses the possible reasons for the ineffectiveness of Orlistat. Ranging from optimal weight reached and dietary compliance.

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· June 28, 2021

When should anorectic drugs be prescribed for weight loss?

This video discusses when anorectic medication should be prescribed for weight loss taking into consideration Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 30 and part of a lifestyle modification course in the hospital. Further in the video I discuss indications for the prescription of this medication.

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· June 28, 2021

What happens if my bariatric surgery operation is unsuccessful?

Here I discuss the difficulty in defining success in relation to surgical outcomes and further replace this notion with the optimal response. Additionally, I discuss the options for increasing this optimal outcome that individuals and specialists aim for.