So 2017 is almost officially over and with New Years’ eve fast approaching, how do you feel? I am sure that over the Festive season you enjoyed the food, the socializing and now your waistline may be ‘carrying’ the evidence of overindulgence! Just your new year started on the right foot and undergo a Detox…
Did you know that researchers claim that, on average, everyone gains around 1.2kg over the festive season – the problem is that this little bit of extra weight can turn into a lot more if you don’t stop celebrating Christmas until the end of January! However by simply incorporating some of the tips below into…
We are proud that our successful weight loss clients have the knowledge and opportunity to keep their weight loss off by taking advantage of our FREE maintenance program. This month, I want to acknowledge the fabulous efforts of our lovely maintenance client Sharmaine. She lost 17.5kg after she started the program back in early 2015…
With the Silly Season fast approaching, it is that time of year where you are probably more likely to have more to drink than usual. Unfortunately, and I know I am not giving you any ‘ground breaking’ news here, drinking alcohol more regularly than usual can definitely ‘slow down’ the weight loss process: read below…
NEWSFLASH: Weight loss does not happen overnight! I guess you knew that but seriously, sometimes people have very unrealistic expectations about how much weight they can lose in a short space of time (and then sometimes give up . However, Annette from our Ipswich clinic knew that her weight loss program would be a long…
It seems that no matter how strong your will-power, some people find it easier to lose weight than others – and it can all come down to your personality type. I recently stumbled across an interesting article which defined 5 ‘diet personality’ types. If you find you struggle to keep on the straight and narrow…
The one thing that makes The Natural Way stand head and shoulders above any other weight loss program is that we offer a life-long solution to your weight problem via our very successful maintenance program. That’s right, you don’t just lose weight with us, you are a ‘client for life’ via our free maintenance visits…
In our modern world toxins are almost impossible to avoid. Environmental toxins include things like pesticides, food additives and colourings, air and water pollutants (just to name a few). However, toxins can also be generated within your own body. For example, if you have an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in your intestines, these can produce…
Losing weight is easy! All you need to do is cut back on your portion sizes and up the ante on the exercise? While that sounds good in theory, it’s really not that easy. This week I want to explore some ‘myths’ that may change the way you think about successful weight loss. Calories in…
If you’re carrying either a “spare tyre” around the waist, or suffering from high levels of cholesterol or high blood pressure, you may have the condition known as ‘Syndrome X’. A cluster of symptoms indicating Syndrome X may include frequent sugar or carbohydrate cravings, fatigue, anxiety, poor concentration, irritability, shaking, palpitations, mood swings, depression, restless…
This week, we are continuing with our blog series regarding how much weight you can expect to lose each week when you are on a diet – as you would have seen from last week, there are so many variables that can affect the rate at which you lose weight. This week, I am going…
As a weight loss consultant, I can confirm that the most commonly asked question I hear is, “How much weight can I expect to lose every week?” It’s almost easier to answer “How long is a piece of string?” because the answer can vary so greatly from person to person. Over the next two weeks,…
The problem with Winter is that it can make you hungrier – and if you are not careful, this is when your increased appetite can lead to an expanding waistline. It’s important to be prepared for this and ensure you eat healthy meals so your appetite is satisfied BUT you are not gaining any extra…
Do you ever drive past a cafe and see a string of people in a queue lining up for their coffee hit? It’s crazy, coffee has definitely become a daily necessity for millions of Australians – in fact, coffee is a national billion dollar industry. However, debate has always surrounding coffee and if it is…
Obesity is the disease epidemic of the Western world and unfortunately, it is a problem that affects all age groups – even kids. Currently, it is estimated that 1 child in every 4 is either overweight or obese (and the statistics are steadily rising). This has prompted the NSW Government to take drastic action and…