Weight Control.
Needing to GAIN weight ?
Weight loss can occur for a variety of reasons, hence the solutions need to be tailored to each individuals circumstances.
Causes of weight loss can include:
Regardless of the the cause an individualised structured, but flexible meal plan can reverse the weight loss and restore health. I have numerous tips, recipes and supplement options if needed.
Having trouble keeping weight off and your waistline down ?
Is this a recent issue or an ongoing problem ?
Excess body fat particularly around the waistline is a high risk for heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, fatty liver, gout and joint pain, it can also makes you feel sluggish, tired and drop your mood.
Genetics, lifestyle, work, family life and exercise all play a role in weight control. Do you need help sorting it out once and for all ? Let us work together to set some realistic goals and strategies that work with your body type and lifestyle. There are a number of methods that we can be use, none of which will leave you hungry. We can address yoyo dieting, emotional eating, incorporate mindful eating practising and still include some of your favourite foods.
Insulin resistance may be a cause of your weight control issues. It is a complex genetic condition which can effect men and women, children, athletes and adults and is a major cause of excess body fat.
People with increased risk of insulin resistance:
Sarah is an expert with insulin resistance.
Insulin resistance was a wonderful “survival” mechanism, terrific for famines but not necessary in Australia where food is plentiful! 1 in 4 insulin resistant adults will progress to develop type 2 diabetes within 10-40 years, and in children it may occur between 5-10years. Insulin resistance is also thought to have a role in Alzheimers. So it is important that we are pro-active in managing teens and adults who have insulin resistance or are at high risk of the condition.
Insulin resistance increases:
Obesity is an aggravating issue but not the primary cause of insulin resistance as non-obese PCOS women can also be insulin resistant.
Insulin resistance is managed with a diet and exercise regime and in some cases mediation is also used.
Weight loss can occur for a variety of reasons, hence the solutions need to be tailored to each individuals circumstances.
Causes of weight loss can include:
- Surgery
- Illness
- Teenagers during / after a growth spurt
- An increase in training or sporting commitments
- A busy lifestyle where nutrition hasn’t been a priority
- Fussy eating habits
- Eating disorder
Regardless of the the cause an individualised structured, but flexible meal plan can reverse the weight loss and restore health. I have numerous tips, recipes and supplement options if needed.
Having trouble keeping weight off and your waistline down ?
Is this a recent issue or an ongoing problem ?
Excess body fat particularly around the waistline is a high risk for heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, fatty liver, gout and joint pain, it can also makes you feel sluggish, tired and drop your mood.
Genetics, lifestyle, work, family life and exercise all play a role in weight control. Do you need help sorting it out once and for all ? Let us work together to set some realistic goals and strategies that work with your body type and lifestyle. There are a number of methods that we can be use, none of which will leave you hungry. We can address yoyo dieting, emotional eating, incorporate mindful eating practising and still include some of your favourite foods.
Insulin resistance may be a cause of your weight control issues. It is a complex genetic condition which can effect men and women, children, athletes and adults and is a major cause of excess body fat.
People with increased risk of insulin resistance:
- Have battled with weight for a long time
- Have skin tags
- Irregular, heavy or absent periods
- Easy weight gain but find it hard to lose weight
- May have type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes or PCOS in their family
Sarah is an expert with insulin resistance.
Insulin resistance was a wonderful “survival” mechanism, terrific for famines but not necessary in Australia where food is plentiful! 1 in 4 insulin resistant adults will progress to develop type 2 diabetes within 10-40 years, and in children it may occur between 5-10years. Insulin resistance is also thought to have a role in Alzheimers. So it is important that we are pro-active in managing teens and adults who have insulin resistance or are at high risk of the condition.
Insulin resistance increases:
- With age
- Puberty
- During pregnancy
- Oral contraceptive use
- With high body fat levels
- Some medications
Obesity is an aggravating issue but not the primary cause of insulin resistance as non-obese PCOS women can also be insulin resistant.
Insulin resistance is managed with a diet and exercise regime and in some cases mediation is also used.
