How to stay safe from Corona virus if you have a weight problem
People who are overweight or obese have a number of issues that make them potentially more vulnerable to Covid based severe illness should they catch the virus. Increased adipose tissue increases how much Angiotensin converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) your body produces. This...
World Obesity Day, Wednesday 4th March 2020
People with obesity are constantly shamed and blamed for their disease. This is because many people - including doctors, policymakers, and others - do not understand that obesity is a chronic disease. They see it as a simple lack of willpower, laziness, or a...
Support Group Meeting 14th November 2018
Our most recent support group was held by our psychologist Fiona Tzouramanis and focussed on a discussion of the 4 eating cycles developed by Dr Michelle May, the founder of “Am I Hungry, Mindful Eating Programs”. You can check out her website www.amihungry.com for...
What is in your food; the facts!
So you’ve had your weight loss surgery and you’re ready to tackle your new journey ahead, lose the excess weight and make your way towards a healthier and happier life. At Upper GI Surgery we want to make this as easy for you as possible (because we know it can be...
Support Group Meetings – Gastric Band, Sleeve or Bypass Patients
As a bariatric patient of Upper GI Surgery, we strongly advise you attend our Support Group Meetings with our Psychologist Fiona. Please find below the details should you wish to attend: Thursday 25th February 2016 at 7pm Thursday 26th May 2016 at 7pm Thursday 25th...