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Mandarine, Ginger & Ylang Shower Gel 200ml

Organic olive oil, rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K has long been used for healthy skin. Infused with bergamot, petitgrain and neroli, this beautiful shower gel is vegan and cruelty-free for those...

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Olive Shower Gel 200ml

Organic olive oil, rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K has long been used for healthy skin. Infused with bergamot, petitgrain and neroli, this beautiful shower gel is vegan and cruelty-free for those...

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Orange, Geranium & Lavender Vegan Hand Wash 350ml

Keeping our hands clean has never been more important. Lavender and geranium are both antibacterials keeping unwanted bacteria at bay. Orange essential oil helps to wash away oils and grime. Extracts...

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Hand Wash With Chamomile 350ml

A gentle yet effective hand wash. This vegan and certified cruelty-free handwash contains chamomile for those who need something soothing on their skin. Carrot oil protects skin and jojoba moisturises...

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The Link Between Obesity and Pregnancy Complications

There is a strong link between obesity and pregnancy complications which can lead to long-term health concerns for both the mother and the baby. Women who are overweight and looking to become pregnant...

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How Does Diabetes Affect Sleep?

Diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to produce insulin properly. This causes excess levels of glucose in the blood. The most common types are type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Maintaining...

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5 Helpful Tips for Grocery Shopping for Weight Loss

This week we decided to take a trip to the grocery store to show you guys how to go grocery shopping for weight loss like a pro! We get a lot of questions about what our patients can and can not eat...

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Hypothyroidism: What it is and How it Affects Your Weight

The thyroid, which is a small butterfly-gland in the front of your neck, regulates your metabolism. The thyroid produces a hormone that is responsible for many bodily functions. Thus, it is imperative...

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How Your Hormones Affect Your Weight: Part 1

Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate processes in our body and are one factor in causing obesity. The hormones leptin, ghrelin, insulin, sex hormones, and growth hormones all influence our...

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How Your Hormones Affect Your Weight: Part 2

Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers. They travel throughout your bloodstream to aid in optimal organ functionality. If your hormones are not functioning properly or are at abnormal levels,...

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5 Ways to Get Back on Track to Losing Weight

Labor Day marks the end of summer (unofficially) and that means the kids are back in school and vacations are over. With things calming down, you may be reflecting on your summer thinking “where has...

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Great Hobby Ideas to Calm Your Mind and Boost Self-Esteem

Hobbies are a wonderful way to spend your free time while allowing your mind to recharge. Engaging in a fun leisure activity can actually improve your mental health by staving off boredom and helping...

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Defining and Understanding Metabolism

We have all heard about the connection between your metabolism and your weight. But do you really understand what that means? In this blog, we are going to dive into the basics of your metabolism and...

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How Dieting Affects Metabolism and 5 Ways to Fix It

Metabolism is the process in which your body converts calories into energy, explaining why there is a lot of talk around how dieting affects metabolism. We have all tried dieting in an effort to shed...

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A Bariatric Patient’s Guide to Boosting Your Metabolism

If you have been following this blog series, you now know what your metabolism is, the factors that affect it, and how dieting can damage it. There are several biological and physiological factors...

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Preventing an Unhealthy Heart Through a Healthy Lifestyle

Heart disease is one of the top killers in America. Even though there are heart problems that are a result of genetics, many heart conditions have been linked to poor diets and other unhealthy...

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Blood Sugar and Diabetes: How It Affects Your Health

Have you noticed a spike in your blood sugar levels? Maybe you are under immense stress, or haven’t had the best diet lately, or have been fairly inactive. Even a big, carb-heavy meal will lead to...

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Dietary Changes That Will Lower Your Blood Sugar

The most direct way to impact blood sugar levels is through a healthy diet. Blood sugar or blood glucose is directly affected by the foods that we eat as carbohydrates are readily converted into...

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Methods to Lowering Your Blood Sugar Levels and Controlling Diabetes

Dietary modifications may be the most direct and obvious way to keep your weight within healthy levels and help control your blood sugar. Yet, there are other techniques to supplement your journey...

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The Dangers of the Coronavirus for Obese Individuals

The coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19, is a virus that has gotten international attention in the last few months. Since the initial outbreak in Wuhan, China, this virus has spread rapidly...

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