Bariatrics

For Canadians exploring gastric sleeve surgery, the search for comprehensive and cost-effective solutions often extends beyond domestic borders. Understanding the nuances of international medical travel is crucial in this journey. This article aims to provide a clear overview of the factors to...

Bariatric surgery, such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, is a life-changing solution for individuals struggling with obesity and related health complications. In recent years, Mexico has become a premier destination for this type of surgery due to several factors: Affordability: Weight...

Dangers of Low Vitamin D First off: it is worth noting that Vitamin D deficiency is very common. 32% of children and 50% of adults need more of the "Sunlight Vitamin." With staggering numbers like this it seems like we would all be finding excuses to see more sunlight or find fun sources of...

The Glycemic Index is a measure of how foods that are high in carbohydrates raise blood glucose. The standard for this ranking system is pure glucose, or white bread. Foods with high GI raise glucose levels in our blood more than foods with a low GI. Foods that are Low on the GI index have a GI...

Understanding Portion Control for Effective Weight Loss If we look at portion-controlled meals, what we are trying to do is to ensure that the portion size contains enough energy and nutrients for you to survive and be healthy, but not so much that your body can store some of the portions...