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Comfort explained...the good, the bad, and the unwanted kilos gained during winter.
The human brain is wired to seek comfort and avoid pain. When we experience something pleasurable, such as eating delicious food or...
Dr J Vassan
Apr 26, 20239 min read
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What do you do if your daughter is overweight?
A mother only wants the best for her daughter, how do you approach a topic that could possibly scar your daughter and make her feel...
Dr J Vassan
Apr 1, 20239 min read
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Losing weight in your 40s
Whether you appreciate the wisdom that comes with age or the maturing beauty, one thing you can bank on is that weight loss becomes more...
Dr J Vassan
Mar 21, 20235 min read
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Breaking myths about Collagen
It couldn’t…but now it can – Collagen Evolved When was the last time you bought collagen? How many different types did you see? 10? 20?...
Dr J Vassan
Jan 20, 20234 min read
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Put down the Marshmallow - the truth about Self Discipline
Self-discipline, willpower, and self-control, all resort to the same unique application – resisting temptation. On a weight loss journey,...
Dr J Vassan
Oct 18, 20226 min read
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Have you really decided you want to lose weight?
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published an issue on long-term weight loss maintenance. These experts think as many as 80 to...
Dr J Vassan
Sep 22, 20225 min read
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The Mind-Body connection
When some people say “it’s all in your head” they may be meaning it as something negative or derogatory, but actually, it couldn’t be...
Dr J Vassan
Sep 5, 20227 min read
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Procrastination, the overeating trap.
On the list of self-sabotaging behaviours procrastination is probably the worst! When you are on a weight loss journey or you are...
Dr J Vassan
Jul 21, 20226 min read
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Let the Hunger Games begin! Intermittent Fasting tips for guaranteed success.
Even though fasting has become very popular among fitness aficionados, it is still a daunting and foreign concept for some people. No,...
Dr J Vassan
Jul 14, 20224 min read
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Eating when you are bored, lonely, disappointed, or tired
The most difficult part of having an unhealthy relationship with food is that we need food to survive. You can’t just stop eating. Like...
Dr J Vassan
Jul 7, 20227 min read
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PCOS and Weight Loss efforts
The hormonal disorder polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 out of every 10 women during their reproductive years. Women with PCOS...
Dr J Vassan
Jun 29, 20224 min read
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Weight loss….well, there goes your social life!
Being on a weight loss journey is daunting when you need to engage in social interactions. Social interactions and strong connections...
Dr J Vassan
Jun 27, 20226 min read
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Why do some Women never struggle with Weight?
I went to a very upmarket restaurant, one of those places where your food is served on a gigantic art deco ceramic plate but the food on...
Dr J Vassan
Jun 20, 20226 min read
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Successful weight loss starts with loving your body first.
You might think this concept is contradictory, one would rather assume that dieters have decided their body is not acceptable, and for...
Dr J Vassan
Jun 1, 20226 min read
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How Alcohol can affect your weight loss efforts.
I’ll go on a diet…… BUT I’m not cutting out my wine!!! Sounds familiar? Maybe even too familiar… Some people will rather suffer perpetual...
Dr J Vassan
Nov 25, 20213 min read
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A spoon full of Sugar
When I hear the word addiction I instinctively think about illegal substances. The idea that a person can be addicted to sugar has...
Dr J Vassan
Jul 6, 20214 min read
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Bootylicious
Have you rummaged through the internet like a blood hound to find solutions for Cellulite? Contemplating if you have enough cling wrap in...
Dr J Vassan
May 31, 20214 min read
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The five Weight Loss Mindsets: How to stay rational when you're discouraged
We like to think we’re rational, but we’re not. Your ability to make decisions is affected by a great deal of factors, especially your...
Dr J Vassan
May 6, 20215 min read
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The connection between sleep and gaining weight
It’s common knowledge that both getting a good night’s sleep and following a healthy diet is essential for overall health. Many people...
Dr J Vassan
Apr 14, 20214 min read
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