Weight loss coach Jennifer Watts often felt defeated by traditional diet plans. Each attempt ended in what felt like failure, creating a cycle of frustration and self-doubt. It wasn’t until Jennifer finally received her ADHD diagnosis, that she could truly understand the reasons behind her weig...

If you’re feeling drained and fed up with the constant effort it takes to prioritize your health, you're not alone. Every few weeks, it seems like I hit a wall where the thought of sticking to my health routine feels like a monumental task. 

Luckily, I’m usually able to snap out of this funk a...

Bariatric surgery can be a powerful tool for hitting the reset button on your metabolic health, but people often underestimate the mental and emotional components of weight loss surgery. Surgeons, dietitians, and therapists all agree that long-term success has less to do with what happens in th...

If you’ve been following me for some time, you’ll know I’m no stranger to discussing why your health isn't solely determined by the number on the scale. Similarly, I’ve also talked about why BMI does not tell the full story. And while you might happily nod along with this approach, I also know ...

Years ago, the standard approach to obesity in primary care was to “eat less and move more.” Now, we’ve come to learn that without intensive behavioral support, that approach is largely ineffective. What many people don’t know is that obesity medicine is actually a medical specialty on its own ...

There’s no denying that obesity among children is on the rise. But we also know what a sensitive subject weight can be–and one that many parents are reluctant to broach. Do you mention their tightening waistband and risk hurting their feelings? Or do you choose to stay quiet and risk causing ev...

“I feel hungry all the time” or “I just can’t control my cravings!” It’s a complaint that nearly always crops up as people get further into their journeys working on their health: hunger and cravings. 

There’s no denying that this is a frustrating part of the journey. But it’s also not your fa...

Like it or hate it, we just can’t help comparing ourselves to others. Whether it be our looks, intelligence, success, or wealth, the comparison trap is real – but especially when it comes to our health.

We know deep down that our bodies are all unique. Yet, that little voice inside nags us, ma...

Setting new goals for ourselves is exciting. In the first few weeks, we’re motivated, we have a new way of looking at things, and it's a whole new Disney ride. But as the road gets harder, life starts to get in the way, and old thought patterns creep back in…how can we make sure we don’t throw ...

Like many medications, GLP-1 drugs come with side effects and one of the most common (and bothersome!) among them is constipation. Even if you're not taking anti-obesity medication, constipation remains a common problem for many, which is not only uncomfortable, but also detrimental to your wel...

Maintaining your weight isn't just a stagnant phase in your health journey; it's a powerful win that deserves recognition. We have just had to navigate the holiday period–and part of what I really work with my patients on is that I want them to have whatever they perceive as a “normal” or “heal...

As the new year approaches, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past year and contemplating the changes we want to make in the coming months. Personally, I love taking this time to look back at the achievements and growth that I’ve made, both tangible and intangible. It's a practice tha...