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The Ottawa Hospital Bariatric Centre of Excellence

Events in February 2024

Managing Weight Expectations Course

Virtual Support Group Schedule

There is no cost to attend these sessions. To Register Call 613-761-5101

Ongoing Series: Managing Weight Expectations
Facilitated by a Registered Dietitian
Call the clinic at 613-761-5101 for schedule information.

The Managing Weight Expectations course is a 4-week ONLINE group course. It provides participants with a better understanding of WHY the body may gain weight and for some people, why it can be so difficult to keep it off long-term. Most importantly, the course provides an overview of treatment options and a new way of looking at our weight, health and expectations.

Part 1: Factors Affecting Our Weight

Did you know that weight bias and stigma can impact our weight?
Is body mass index (BMI) out of date?
Do we really understand the term “obesity”?
Does weight loss = health?

Part 2: Hormones Affecting Weight & Appetite

What is body weight set point and can it be changed?
Does our brain really control our weight?
How does losing or gaining weight affect our hormones?
Why do I have food cravings?
How does stress impact our weight and appetite?

Part 3: Gut Bacteria: Is Your Weight ‘Bugging’ You?

What is gut bacteria (microbiota)?
How does it affect our health and weight?
Can anything improve gut bacteria?

Part 4: Life-long Management

Can I still lose weight long-term?
What can I do that’s in my control?
What should I expect life-long
How can you shift your expectations to achieve your values

Last updated on: November 20th, 2023

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