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FDA Approves New Drug Saxenda® for Obesity Treatment
Laura Estabroooks, Dietetic Intern & Krista McLellan, RD Read More...
Posted on August 3, 2016 |
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The New Scoop on Whey
Laura Estabroooks, Dietetic Intern & Krista McLellan, RD Read More...
Posted on July 25, 2016 | 0 | Permalink
No Bake Protein Bars
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Posted on January 23, 2014 | 0 | Permalink
Excess Weight is a Chronic Condition
Dr. Dayna Sherry, Registered Psychologist Read More...
Posted on December 9, 2013 | 0 | Permalink
News from PfHW
Updates and News from the PfHW Team! Read More...
Posted on November 18, 2013 | 0 | Permalink
Let’s be Honest
Dr Michael Vallis
Weight loss is difficult and sustained (read: permanent) weight loss is excruciatingly difficult. Not that it can't be done, but it is hard. We can be comforted by knowing that healthy weight is not just about weight loss and that the benefits of achieving a healthier lifestyle are substantial. Read More...
Posted on July 15, 2013 | 1 | Permalink
New Year’s Resolutions
Dr Michael Vallis
Well, here we are; December 28 and another year coming to a close. Read More...
Posted on December 28, 2012 | 0 | Permalink
Can’t We Be Left Alone in Peace?
Dr Michael Vallis
I hope you will indulge me in the following rant. I suspect that most of us, me included, are enjoying the Olympics. Read More...
Posted on July 31, 2012 | 0 | Permalink
As Hard As It Is To Get, It’s Even Harder to Hold
Dr Michael Vallis
If you ask most people the question, "What is the strongest predictor of future behaviour?" they will quickly respond "past behaviour". Read More...
Posted on July 4, 2012 | 0 | Permalink
Let’s Give Credit Where Credit is Due
Dr Michael Vallis
I am feeling a bit miffed as I write this blog. I consider myself to be a member of a growing group of healthcare providers who are becoming more sensitive to the complexities of obesity and the potential of sustained healthy lifestyles. Read More...
Posted on May 24, 2012 | 0 | Permalink
Why Do We Keep Falling for the Same Old Line?
Dr Michael Vallis
Didn’t anyone tell you “if it seems to good to be true, it is”? And isn’t it the case that you know this already? Then why do we keep getting suckered into weight loss products or programs that promise instant, dramatic, and revolutioning results? Why? Read More...
Posted on April 18, 2012 | 0 | Permalink
Welcome to the Partners for Healthier Weight Blog
Dr. Michael Vallis
Welcome to my first Partners for Healthier Weight (PfHW) blog. My name is Michael Vallis and I am a health psychologist. I serve as the Co-Director of PfHW and am a long-time staff member of Capital Health with a cross-appointment to Dalhousie University. Read More...
Posted on March 28, 2012 | 0 | Permalink