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Bob Hyde founded the Kings Private Clinic Group. In the early 1980s he decided it was time for a change so with a doctor friend started what is now the Kings Private Clinic Group. His involvement in the Group over the last 32 years was extensive. Bob Hyde Google +

Three Great Weight Loss Tips for the Holiday Season

December 9, 2012 Bob Hyde Leave a comment

It’s that time again, the end of year pig out. Question is, can you fend off the food to ensure you don’t pile on the pounds? There is a ray of hope though; studies have found that most people overestimate how much weight they’ve put on over the holiday season, with less than 10% of people putting on 5 pounds or more.

Unfortunately for a lot of people any weight put on over the holiday season is never lost and gradually over time more and more weight is put on until BOOM! – Obesity. We’ve put together a bunch of reasonable weight loss tips that should help you keep off the pounds this Christmas.

1) Keep yourself active.

Over the holidays people tend to slow down, it’s a good idea to keep to your usual routine. I realise it can be difficult to stick to any usual weight loss & exercise routine during November / December as it can be an erratic time of year. You should try to ensure you are not sacrificing gym visits and other exercise classes. Fortunately, additional holiday activities such as decorating & shopping can help but it’s usually no substitute for the gym.

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2) Don’t get too hungry.

So you go to a Christmas party and you’re overloaded with snacks galore. If you’re not eating properly during the day you’re going to end up stuffing yourself. Make sure you’re starting each day with a solid, protein based breakfast. This will help keep you full and away from too much holiday snacking. If you have to snack try snacking on veggies instead of high fat pastries.

I’m not saying don’t enjoy yourself but if you want to keep that holiday weight off it’s a good idea to keep your hunger under control with low fat, low sugar foods. I realise that sometimes it can be difficult when all that’s on offer are crisps, sausage rolls and cakes but if you want to keep that weight off, you know what you need to do.

3) Keep away from the food.

Another weight loss tip is to just stay away from all the holiday junk food, all those treats and appetisers piled high on the buffet table. Holiday junk food is everywhere and it might be easier to stay away from it all together. This is of course much easier said than done. The smell of those pastries floating through the party air, tugging at your senses can feel torturous, but if you can’t trust yourself once you start snacking this may well be the best option for you.

You certainly don’t want to end up in the nightmare of overindulgence. Alternatively you could try the concerted effort to control your intake. Try eating what you like but in much smaller portions than you’d like. Then you can have a little more of what you like 20 to 30 minutes later, all guilt free.

Summary…

Gaining weight is a big concern for a lot of people, not just through the holiday season but all year round. These three weight loss tips will hopefully help you enjoy your holidays without the spectre of obesity looming in the coming New Year. Happy Holidays!

Is Organic Food Better for Weight Loss?

November 14, 2012 Bob Hyde Leave a comment

There are numerous arguments over whether organic produce is better than forced grown produce and more specifically whether is is better for weight loss. Organic food is produced under strict standards designed to limit chemical and pesticide enhancement. It is indeed what our forefathers would have been used to.

grow your own food — Image Credit: Imperial War Museum

For example, during World War II people were growing their own vegetables and it is generally accepted that our level of health was better then, than nowadays. Surprising isn’t it? Considering food was rationed, but that brought about more people growing their own.

In the 1980s the Government findings from allergy tests carried out found that many patients were sensitive to certain foods and suffered from pesticide, herbicide and fungicide exposure and the resulting metabolic effects.

So is there any weight loss benefit from following an organic diet? It has been found that non organic crops are usually treated with pesticides (organophosphates containing neurotoxins) which can cause damage to the human body.

There are other studies that conclude that no benefit is gained by organic produce over non-organic. Yet the Prince of Wales cannot see why people do not generally see why organic is not only better for our health, but better for the environment also.

Alarming Weight Loss Statistics: UK Population Increasingly Obese

November 5, 2012 Bob Hyde Leave a comment

It is predicted using Weight Loss Statistics that ½ the UK population will be clinically obese within 20 years. Around 60% of adults and 20% of school children in the EU are overweight or obese. This represents a massive increase in the last decade and it is getting worse.

Being overweight or obese is having an excess ratio of body fat to body mass, commonly referred by BMI calculated (body mass index). A BMI of 25 is considered as healthy, whilst 25-30 is overweight and above 30 is classified as clinically obese.

Research in the USA has shown that around 40% of cancers are attributed to obesity, largely the result of excesses of processed foods, sugar being a prime culprit.

Obesity brings on ageing and abdominal obesity (referred to as “central obesity”) and is a precursor to heart failure, high blood pressure, raised cholesterol, stroke and sleep problems etc.,

Reducing your weight is never easy, most weight loss diets fail through lack of determination and poor self-management. An organised approach to weight loss is needed, one based on motivation, support and the correct balance of foods.

Over-eating is the prime aggressor of any weight loss programme and becoming overweight is caused by a conflicting situation of pleasure gained by eating more than necessary and only consuming what is required for energy on a daily basis.

Regardless of however forceful commercial advertising implies belief in its method, the only way weight loss can be effective is by habit change to a reduction of food intake.

Facts by nation

England

just over a quarter of adults in England are obese
3 out of 10 children aged 2 to 15 in England are overweight or obese
by 2050, it is estimated that half of the population in England will be obese

Northern Ireland

1 out of 5 adults is classified as obese
obesity and related conditions account for 20% of the health budget in Northern Ireland

BMA Northern Ireland and the Irish Medical Organisation have produced a joint paper on obesity

Scotland

two thirds of adults are overweight or obese
one third of children are overweight or obese
the cost of obesity to NHS Scotland could reach £3 billion by 2030

Wales

more than half of the adult population is overweight or obese
1 out of 5 children is classified as obese – the highest rate of any UK nation
more than a third of children are either obese or overweight

Source:BMA.org

Recommended Natural Foods That Can Help With Weight Loss

October 23, 2012 Bob Hyde Leave a comment

Ok, so you’re looking to lose a bit of weight and become fitter and healthier. Successful weight loss means you’ll have to prioritise a few things along the way. You will of course need to start exercising and make a routine commitment to doing so. You’ll also need to change your diet into something that resembles a healthy, considered approach to eating the kinds of foods that will aid your quest to the fitter, healthier you.

Food is an important part of any weight loss regime, you’ll need to be much more vigilant in the way you monitor what you buy and what you eat, so NO MORE JUNK! Eventually you’ll become familiar with the kinds of foods you need and healthy alternatives to the ones you desire.

Some Basic Food Groups that Help with Weight Loss.

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Apples & Berries.

Apples & various berries contain pectin which can help with detoxing your body. They can also help to boost your metabolism which will make your body more efficient at fat burning. Pectin can force your body’s cells to get rid of fat deposits and help restrict the amount of fat they absorb.

apples (all kinds)
blackberries
blueberries
black & red currants
raspberries
strawberries

Calcium.

Calcium rich foods aid the process of weight loss by helping speed up how the body breaks down fat content in your cells.

broccoli
cabbage
milk
cheese
yoghurt

Protein.

High protein foods easily burn up the most calories, with protein being widely known as a weight loss power food. Foods that are naturally high in protein are:

eggs
lean meat
fish (tuna , salmon & sardines)
low fat unsalted nuts

Vegetables.

When choosing vegetables to aid with weight loss you need to think green or fibrous veg. This is because these vegetables contain much less calories and are full of all those with essential vitamins and minerals your body needs to keep healthy. Try to stay away from potatoes or yams as these contain much more calories. Those below are all fantastic for your body but low in calories.

broccoli
spinach
sprouts
green beans
peas
cauliflower
cabbage
carrots

Oils that Help with Weight Loss.

Olive Oil.

Contrary to popular belief, the right kinds of fats when consumed correctly can actually help you lose weight. Olive oil is a natural source of ‘good quality’ fat and should be used as an alternative to any other fats as often as possible.

Coconut Oil.

Coconut oil contains a unique kind of saturated fat that can be great for weight loss because it helps increase your metabolism. It’s actually also a great alternative to olive oil with much less of an expected aftertaste than one might think. Coconut oil is extremely versatile and should really be given more credit in the kitchen.

Nuts that Help with Weight Loss.

Almonds.

Almonds are filled with nutrients and contain fibre, protein and healthy monounsaturated fats. A 2003 study of almonds that was published in the International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders found that overweight & obese adults had increased weight loss when their diet was enriched by almonds.

Walnuts.

Walnuts are packed with omega-3 fatty acids & protein that helps aid weight loss. The omega-3 fatty acids contained in walnuts can help lower high cholesterol which in turn promotes a healthier heart.

Cashews.

Cashews are also filled with plenty of healthy fats, fiber and protein that can aid weight loss. Cashew nuts also contain the minerals magnesium, phosphorus and zinc.

Re-validation of NHS Doctors in England

October 22, 2012 Bob Hyde Leave a comment

You have no doubt seen in the news recently that all doctors in the UK will need re-validation to ensure that their practice will be suitable for modern day purpose. Our doctors are commencing this process. Some of our doctors whom also have practices in the NHS are advanced already.

From the Website:

Revalidation is the process by which the General Medical Council will confirm the continuation of a doctors’ licences to practice in the UK. Its purpose is to assure patients and the public, employers and other healthcare professionals that licensed doctors are up to date and fit to practise. The RST works in partnership with the Department of Health, GMC and designated bodies to deliver an effective system of revalidation for doctors in England. http://www.revalidationsupport.nhs.uk