Springtime Renewal and Diabetes Management

Dr. Sheharyar Quraishi discusses Type 1 Diabetes, its relationship with insulin, age of onset, and impact on the pancreas. Donna van Zyl distinguishes Type 2 Diabetes from Type 1

GLP-1 agonists are effective for weight loss in non-diabetic obese individuals. Dr. Qureshi explains how they work in diabetes management and their potential benefits and side effe...

GLP-1 receptor agonists can lead to gastrointestinal side effects. Mr. Ahmed Ahmed discusses the potential unwelcome side effects of using GLP-1 agonists in a video.

Gastric balloons are temporary medical devices inserted in the stomach to aid weight loss. They are suitable for individuals with a BMI of 30-40 and require commitment to lifestyle...

Gastric balloons may lead to complications such as blockage, overinflation, acute pancreatitis, ulcers, or perforation. Removal is done using an endoscope and recovery involves a l...

After the removal of a gastric balloon, patients can consider a second bariatric treatment such as gastric sleeve or Lap-Band. Mr. Ahmed Ahmed discusses the possibility of bariatri...

Gastric bypass surgery helps with weight loss by reducing stomach size and altering food absorption in the intestine. Mr. Ahmed Ahmed discusses its impact on metabolic health and e...

Mr. Ahmed Ahmed discusses the duration of gastric bypass surgery, complications, and risks, as well as the lifespan of a gastric balloon. Surgery time varies, and there may be comp...

Summary: Mr. Ahmed Ahmed shares insights on the follow-up plan, reversibility, recovery time, hospital stay, and diet regimen after gastric bypass surgery, emphasizing the need for...

Dietitian Claire Chaudhry simplifies the meaning of HbA1c for patients, while Dr. Sheharyar Quraishi explains the functions of the pancreas gland, including the production and tran...

Diabetes Specialist Nurse Sister Parminder Rihal discusses the importance of regular blood sugar testing for individuals with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, particularly around meal t...

Donna van Zyl, a specialist diabetic dietician, provides expert advice on managing blood sugar levels long-term through diet, including information on different types of carbohydra...

Mr. Ahmed Ahmed discusses the importance of psychological preparedness for surgery to reduce anxiety and prevent negative postoperative outcomes.

Mr. Ahmed Ahmed emphasizes the importance of a strong support network for weight loss surgery. He also discusses the role of healthcare professionals in providing psychological sup...

Mr. Ahmed Ahmed advises continuing psychological support during the rehabilitation period after bariatric surgery to help cope with physical and eating changes.