What makes weight loss so challenging?

Explore how surgery is different from traditional dieting.

If you're considering weight loss surgery, we know that you've likely tried nearly everything out there.

It's exhausting to have put in so much effort and not see lasting results. It's easy to place blame on yourself for not having enough willpower to keep going.

But the real explanation for why weight loss is so challenging goes far beyond willpower.

The Downfalls of Dieting

The human body is very good at protecting itself and has many ways to maintain the status quo for everything from blood pressure, blood sugar and also our weight.

The body doesn't know the difference between dieting (intentional weight loss) and starvation (unintentional weight loss) and tries to keep you safe by regulating your weight.

Pre-surgery, dieting can put our bodies into protective mode.

  • Increasing our hunger

  • Slowing down metabolism

  • Increasing thoughts & cravings for food

Without a tool to reduce hunger, diets are nearly impossible to maintain & achieve lasting weight loss.

In short, weight changes are not the fault of any one person! Weight loss and maintenance is not as simple as eat less and move more.

Surgery - More Than Just Weight Loss

Reducing blood pressure

High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attacks and strokes.

Weight loss & improving your diet can potentially reduce blood pressure and the need for medication.

Improving cholesterol

High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart attacks, strokes and narrowing of the arteries.

Diet changes & weight loss may improve cholesterol and reduce medications.

Improving diabetes

Uncontrolled Diabetes can lead to heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, limb amputation and blindness.

Weight loss can reduce your risk of developing diabetes or help with existing diabetes management.

Improved Sleep

Losing weight may improve sleep quality and help or even cure sleep conditions such as Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA).

Reducing Joint Pain

Losing weight can ease stress and pain on weight-bearing joints, including the hips, knees, ankles, feet and back.

Better Quality of Life

Quality of life Improved energy levels, ease of movement, confidence and overall greater enjoyment of life are among the benefits of weight loss.

Embrace your best self, without limitations.

Book your consult now with our team.