We’re all aware of the importance of food to keep us supplied with energy, like having a good breakfast, for instance, to get us off to a jumpstart to the day. However, why is it that we often go through food comas, also known as postprandial somnolence, following large meals if calories are supposed to …
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Intermittent fasting is an eating plan that is used for health as well as weight loss and alternates between fasting and eating regularly. You only eat during a specific time window each day during the eating pattern. We here at Plato Weight Management frequently receive questions about intermittent fasting due to its popularity in society …
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This may come as a surprise to some of you, but when it comes to different types of body fat, there is more than what meets the eye. Literally! In spite of the broad use of the word “fat” to describe all body fat, there are actually different types of body fat within your body. …
As we always hear about medical conditions caused by the consequences of weight gain, our blog post today will have a look at four medical conditions that may, on the other hand, cause weight gain! We’ll discuss: Hypothyroidism Cushing’s Disease Type 2 diabetes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hypothyroidism Firstly, hypothyroidism may be one of the …
You may have heard a lot of talk about Iron Deficiency Anaemia, but what exactly is it? Well, iron performs a variety of vital bodily tasks, like keeping you in good working order and energized. Inadequate iron supply is widespread, resulting in negative consequences such as fatigue, reduced focus, and recurrent sickness. Iron deficiency, on …
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The incidence of Inflammatory bowel disease, the category that both Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis fall within, can be ascribed to a variety of elements, including some you can help like improper food intake while others you cannot like genetics, or an inadequate immune system. Both disorders are more commonly diagnosed in cities than in …
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If you’re a regular here at Plato Weight Management, you’ll have seen us often referring to the role that insulin plays in weight management. However, insulin may also have effects on muscle growth, but not without risks. Therefore, in the blog post, we’ll discuss: What is insulin Pharmaceutical insulin risks Insulin supplementation How insulin may …
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Even if you don’t play golf or tennis regularly, golfer’s or tennis elbow may be the culprit for your arm soreness. Due to the two disorders being brought about by continuous elbow stress, you usually don’t need a fall to obtain either injury because something as simple as typing can bring it on. So in …
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Collagen, the body’s most prevalent protein, is the primary element of connective tissues, which comprise many body components such as muscles, tendons, ligaments and skin. It has various tasks, like giving skin support and building bones while also offering several benefits for health. Collagen supplements have become well known in modern times. The majority of …
If you’re easily gaining weight and having difficulties losing it, you should know that you’re not alone and that hormones play an important role in successful weight loss. As weight-loss experts here at Plato Weight Management, we receive numerous questions daily from clients undertaking our online evidence-based weight loss program of how they can achieve …
