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tb outbreak in northern sask. linked to dozens of cases, two deaths

saskatchewan reports a preliminary total of 112 new tuberculosis infections in 2021, the most since at least 2010.

zak vescera

世界杯决赛2022

feb 11 2022

dr. nnamdi ndubuka is the northern inter-tribal health authority's medical health officer.

surgeries, school extracurriculars resume as omicron peak 'behind us,' moore says

antonella artuso

世界杯决赛2022

feb 11 2022

dr. kieran moore, ontario's chief medical officer of health makes an announcement on preparations underway for the return to in-person learning during the covid-19 pandemic in toronto on wednesday, jan. 12, 2022.

b.c. health professionals ordered to be vaccinated by march 24

wide range of health workers must be vaccinated or lose their jobs

staff reporter

世界杯决赛2022

feb 10 2022

provincial health officer dr. bonnie henry receives her first dose of vaccine on dec. 23, 2020.

2021 was b.c.'s deadliest year of opioid overdose crisis

the b.c. coroners service said 2,224 people died from suspected illicit drug overdose deaths in 2021, a 26 per cent spike from 2020.

cheryl chan

世界杯决赛2022

feb 10 2022

b.c. recorded the highest number of deaths from illicit drug overdoses in 2021.

b.c.'s shocking rise in opioid deaths 'is not street use,' say experts

"we've treated it as a law enforcement problem for so long. it's hard to see what the alternative would look like," says b.c.'s chief coroner

ian mulgrew

世界杯决赛2022

feb 10 2022

a pair of running shoes with a personal message hangs on the fence on the burrard street bridge as part of awareness-raising art display, "lost soles: gone too soon" with each pair of shoes represents a life lost to a drug overdose.

do side sleepers have a better chance at avoiding alzheimer's?

postmedia news

世界杯决赛2022

feb 10 2022

side sleepers get benefits from their sleep position, according to studies.

kenney apologizes for comparing stigmatization of unvaccinated to that of hiv/aids patients

stephanie babych

世界杯决赛2022

feb 9 2022

premier jason kenney provides an update on covid-19 restrictions from the mcdougall centre in calgary. tuesday, february 8, 2022.

ontario extends health card renewal deadline

antonella artuso

世界杯决赛2022

feb 9 2022

a red-and-white ontario health card.

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canadian centre for caregiving excellence

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

23-81 verifiedvoicefeatimage-ccce r1

supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

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obesity matters

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

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'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

healthing and om partnership

have a healthier holiday: reframing our thoughts on indulgence

eating can be one of the most stressful aspects of the holidays – no matter what you celebrate – for people living with obesity.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 13 2021

have a healthier holiday- reframing our thoughts on indulgence

‘enough was enough’: the ugly truth about weight stigma in public health

talena jackson has felt the damage weight bias can caus...

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

nov 26 2021

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trick or treat yourself: how to have a healthy halloween

halloween is so much fun when you’re a kid. dressing up...

obesity matters

obesity matters

oct 28 2021

adult female giving sweets to happy kids in halloween costumes during trick or treat event in park

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

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science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

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among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

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as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

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sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

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obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

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mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

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mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

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dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

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among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

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eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

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obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

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among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

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sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

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karen hawthorne

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diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

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dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

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how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

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in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

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selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

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obesity matters

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obesity matters

dec 13 2021

have a healthier holiday- reframing our thoughts on indulgence

‘enough was enough’: the ugly truth about weight stigma in public health

talena jackson has felt the damage weight bias can caus...

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

nov 26 2021

talena featured photo (1)

trick or treat yourself: how to have a healthy halloween

halloween is so much fun when you’re a kid. dressing up...

obesity matters

obesity matters

oct 28 2021

adult female giving sweets to happy kids in halloween costumes during trick or treat event in park

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

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