The Yorkshire Obesity Clinic

In this video, Dr Rajeswaran explains what happens after we burn calories and why we may sometimes regain weight.

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Doctor Explains the Aftermath of Burning Calories! In this video, Dr Rajeswaran explains what happens after we burn calories and why we may sometimes regain weight. -----------ABOUT DR. RAJHi, I’m Dr C. Rajes...

In this video, Dr Raj answers a question regarding bariatric surgery abroad and what to look for if planning to have surgery abroad.

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Doctor Talks About Bariatric Surgery Undertaken Abroad In this video, Dr Raj answers a question regarding bariatric surgery abroad and what to look for if planning to have surgery abroad.-----------ABOUT DR. RAJH...

Are you currently taking weight loss medication but it has given you burps which smell like rotten eggs? Have you tried various methods to get rid of these burps? In this video, Dr Rajeswaran explains how you can get rid of this nasty side effect and stop the eggy burps.

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Eggy Burps Due to Ozempic? Watch this Video to Stop them! Are you currently taking weight loss medication but it has given you burps which smell like rotten eggs? Have you tried various methods to get rid of these b...

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu

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Mind is a flexible mirror, adjust it, to see a better world - Amit Ray

Mind is a flexible mirror, adjust it, to see a better world - Amit Ray

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The hypothalamus is the size of an almond, and is a portion of the brain, which has an important function of linking the nervous system to the hormonal system via the pituitary gland.
Hypothalamic obesity can occur due to the following reasons:

1. Tumour in or near hypothalamus
2. Following removal of hypothalamic tumour
3. Radiotherapy

The most common tumor type associated with the hypothalamus is craniopharyngioma. Excessive weight gain is noted within three months of damage to the hypothalamus.
The weight gain with hypothalamic obesity is due to

1. Reduction in resting and voluntary energy expenditure
2. Multiple hormone deficiencies
3. Irregularities in insulin secretion
4. Growth Hormone deficiency
5. Hypothyroidism

There is no drug, which is specifically approved to treat people with hypothalamic obesity. Weight loss surgery may help this group of patients.

The hypothalamus is the size of an almond, and is a portion of the brain, which has an important function of linking the nervous system to the hormonal system via the pituitary gland.

Hypothalamic obesity can occur due to the following reasons:

1. Tumour in or near hypothalamus
2. Following removal of hypothalamic tumour
3. Radiotherapy

The most common tumor type associated with the hypothalamus is craniopharyngioma. Excessive weight gain is noted within three months of damage to the hypothalamus.

The weight gain with hypothalamic obesity is due to

1. Reduction in resting and voluntary energy expenditure
2. Multiple hormone deficiencies
3. Irregularities in insulin secretion
4. Growth Hormone deficiency
5. Hypothyroidism

There is no drug, which is specifically approved to treat people with hypothalamic obesity. Weight loss surgery may help this group of patients.

Here is a quick tip!

Switching from whole milk to semi-skimmed or skimmed will give you roughly the same amount of calcium with fewer calories.

Here is a quick tip!

Switching from whole milk to semi-skimmed or skimmed will give you roughly the same amount of calcium with fewer calories.

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"After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more." - Nelson Mandela

"After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more." - Nelson Mandela

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In this video, Dr Raj is asked how much Wegovy a person needs to take in order to see weight loss.

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How Much Wegovy do You Need to take to see Weight Loss? In this video, Dr Raj is asked how much wegovy a person needs to take in order to see weight loss.-----------ABOUT DR. RAJHi, I’m Dr C. Rajeswaran (known as ...

During the interview, Dr Raj is asked if the weight loss drug, Wegovy should only be used for weight loss if all other weight loss attempts fail. Watch this video to see what Dr Raj says!

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Should Wegovy Only be Used as a Last Resort when Trying to Lose Weight? During the interview, Dr Raj is asked if the weight loss drug, Wegovy should only be used for weight loss if all other weight loss attempts fail. Watch this ...

Do you know which is the healthier cooking option?

"Exercise is a celebration of what your body can do, not punishment for what you ate." - Kevin Ng

"Exercise is a celebration of what your body can do, not punishment for what you ate." - Kevin Ng

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Here is a quick tip!

For a dessert at a restaurant, choose fruit. We love fruits and believe they deserve to be part of our dessert menus!

Here is a quick tip!

For a dessert at a restaurant, choose fruit. We love fruits and believe they deserve to be part of our dessert menus!

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This is a genetic disorder in which the body fails to respond to parathyroid hormone (PTH). PTH produced by the parathyroid glands in the neck helps control calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D levels in the blood and bone. In pseudohypoparathyroidism, the body produces the right amount of PTH, but is resistant to its effect causing low calcium and high phosphate levels in the blood.

Symptoms associated with pseudohypoparathyroidism include:

1. Cataracts
2. Dental problems
3. Tingling and numbness
4. Muscle cramps
5. Seizures
6. Excessive weight gain

There are three types of pseudohypoparathyroidism. Investigations include blood tests, genetic testing and scans. Treatment involves correcting calcium and phosphate levels.

This is a genetic disorder in which the body fails to respond to parathyroid hormone (PTH). PTH produced by the parathyroid glands in the neck helps control calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D levels in the blood and bone. In pseudohypoparathyroidism, the body produces the right amount of PTH, but is resistant to its effect causing low calcium and high phosphate levels in the blood.

Symptoms associated with pseudohypoparathyroidism include:

1. Cataracts
2. Dental problems
3. Tingling and numbness
4. Muscle cramps
5. Seizures
6. Excessive weight gain

There are three types of pseudohypoparathyroidism. Investigations include blood tests, genetic testing and scans. Treatment involves correcting calcium and phosphate levels.

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The popularity of fitness/activity trackers such as Fitbits are increasing and are part of the fitness trend. However, are these trackers useful in aiding successful weight loss? Dr Raj explains the truth about these trackers!

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Are Activity Trackers Just a Gimmick or Useful Tools for Weight Loss? The popularity of fitness/activity trackers such as Fitbits are increasing and are part of the fitness trend. However, are these trackers useful in aiding su...

Dr Raj is asked how he got his fondness for weight management and what made him go into this area of the medical industry. Don't miss this video!

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What Made Dr Raj Specialise in Weight Management? #asktheexpert Dr Raj is asked how he got his fondness for weight management and what made him go into this area of the medical industry. Don't miss this video!ABOUT DR. RA...

Insulinoma is a small and usually non-cancerous tumour affecting the islet cells of the pancreas, which produce insulin. Insulinoma, may result in the overproduction of insulin and cause low blood sugar levels. Normally once we eat our blood sugar rises, signalling the pancreas to produce insulin. After the blood sugar level is back to normal, insulin production should stop. With insulinoma, the production of insulin continues and this can lead to dangerously low blood sugar levels or hypoglycaemia. Weight gain occurs in 20-40% of patients, as they have to eat frequently to prevent the symptoms of hypoglycaemia.

Other symptoms of insulinoma include double or blurred vision, mood swings, weakness, excessive hunger, sudden weight gain, occasionally weight loss, sweating and palpitations.

Checking blood sugar and insulin levels in the blood helps in diagnosis of insulinoma. A low blood sugar with a high insulin level confirms the diagnosis of insulinoma. Further scans including CT scan, MRI and octreotide scan can help localize the tumour. Surgical removal of the tumour is the treatment of choice for insulinoma.

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Insulinoma is a small and usually non-cancerous tumour affecting the islet cells of the pancreas, which produce insulin. Insulinoma, may result in the overproduction of insulin and cause low blood sugar levels. Normally once we eat our blood sugar rises, signalling the pancreas to produce insulin. After the blood sugar level is back to normal, insulin production should stop. With insulinoma, the production of insulin continues and this can lead to dangerously low blood sugar levels or hypoglycaemia. Weight gain occurs in 20-40% of patients, as they have to eat frequently to prevent the symptoms of hypoglycaemia.

Other symptoms of insulinoma include double or blurred vision, mood swings, weakness, excessive hunger, sudden weight gain, occasionally weight loss, sweating and palpitations.

Checking blood sugar and insulin levels in the blood helps in diagnosis of insulinoma. A low blood sugar with a high insulin level confirms the diagnosis of insulinoma. Further scans including CT scan, MRI and octreotide scan can help localize the tumour. Surgical removal of the tumour is the treatment of choice for insulinoma.

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In this interview clip, Dr Raj is asked whether breakfast is a make or break meal for weight loss and is it required for a successful weight loss journey. Watch this video!

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Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal for Weight Loss? #asktheexpert In this interview clip, Dr Raj is asked whether breakfast is a make or break meal for weight loss and is it required for a successful weight loss journey. Wa...

When taking Ozempic, the semaglutide within Ozempic interferes with the brain signals linked to appetite. This in turn can change the taste of things. The unpleasant taste can put people off including smoking ni****ne which therefore leads to them quitting. Further research is yet to be done on this topic but you can learn more about it here: https://www.insider.com/woman-quit-smoking-cigarettes...

When taking Ozempic, the semaglutide within Ozempic interferes with the brain signals linked to appetite. This in turn can change the taste of things. The unpleasant taste can put people off including smoking ni****ne which therefore leads to them quitting. Further research is yet to be done on this topic but you can learn more about it here: https://www.insider.com/woman-quit-smoking-cigarettes-ozempic-2023-5

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Here is a quick tip!

When treating children, serve them smaller portions. E.g. A fun sized bar rather than a whole bar of chocolate.

Here is a quick tip!

When treating children, serve them smaller portions. E.g. A fun sized bar rather than a whole bar of chocolate.

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Andropause is also known as male menopause, which most men encounter as they age. This usually starts after the age of 35 and is associated with reduction in testosterone production.

Men during andropause may experience physical and mental changes such as increased breast tissue, fatigue, low libido, reduced facial hair and mood swings. They also may experience erectile dysfunction, weight gain, depression, emotional changes, tiredness and sleep apnoea.

A blood test is the only way to diagnose a low testosterone level. Some men may not have symptoms even if they have lower than normal testosterone levels. If you have all the above symptoms, you should discuss with your Endocrinologist about the benefits of testosterone replacement. In some men testosterone deficiency may be due to causes other than aging, including problems with testicles, prostate or pituitary gland.

Andropause is also known as male menopause, which most men encounter as they age. This usually starts after the age of 35 and is associated with reduction in testosterone production.

Men during andropause may experience physical and mental changes such as increased breast tissue, fatigue, low libido, reduced facial hair and mood swings. They also may experience erectile dysfunction, weight gain, depression, emotional changes, tiredness and sleep apnoea.

A blood test is the only way to diagnose a low testosterone level. Some men may not have symptoms even if they have lower than normal testosterone levels. If you have all the above symptoms, you should discuss with your Endocrinologist about the benefits of testosterone replacement. In some men testosterone deficiency may be due to causes other than aging, including problems with testicles, prostate or pituitary gland.

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During the interview, we ask the doctor whether it is a good habit to weigh ourselves daily but also, should we not be fazed by the number on the scale?

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Is it a Good Idea to Weigh Yourself Daily? #asktheexpert During the interview, we ask the doctor whether it is a good habit to weigh ourselves daily but also, should we not be fazed by the number on the scale?-----...

Mental health disorders are directly linked to physical conditions, yet only one of these is widely discussed in society. The other one is considered “taboo”, even though 1 in 6 people in the PAST WEEK will have experienced a mental health episode. Did you know that schizophrenia is associated with double the risk of death from heart disease and 3x the risk of death from respiratory disease?

Did you know that people with depression and schizophrenia are 2-3x more likely to smoke?

Also, did you know that people who are depressed or stressed are more likely to emotionally eat which leads to weight gain or obesity? Wellbeing and weight loss are connected. The mental and emotional weight needs to be unloaded before the physical weight can be successfully dealt with, since many underlying causes of weight gain stem from the mind.

All of these serious maladies arise from poor mental health...and we still feel embarrassed to talk about it? Please NEVER be ashamed of your illness. You cannot imagine the number of people you can inspire with your story, your strength and your resilience.

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Mental health disorders are directly linked to physical conditions, yet only one of these is widely discussed in society. The other one is considered “taboo”, even though 1 in 6 people in the PAST WEEK will have experienced a mental health episode. Did you know that schizophrenia is associated with double the risk of death from heart disease and 3x the risk of death from respiratory disease?

Did you know that people with depression and schizophrenia are 2-3x more likely to smoke?

Also, did you know that people who are depressed or stressed are more likely to emotionally eat which leads to weight gain or obesity? Wellbeing and weight loss are connected. The mental and emotional weight needs to be unloaded before the physical weight can be successfully dealt with, since many underlying causes of weight gain stem from the mind.

All of these serious maladies arise from poor mental health...and we still feel embarrassed to talk about it? Please NEVER be ashamed of your illness. You cannot imagine the number of people you can inspire with your story, your strength and your resilience.

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Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone usually due to a benign tumour.

Acromegaly is characterised by the following features:

1. Abnormally tall
2. Enlarged hands and feet
3. Prominent facial features
4. Headache
5. Weight gain
6. Impaired vision
7. Obstructive sleep apnoea
8. Sexual dysfunction
9. Tiredness

People with acromegaly need appropriate investigation and management, which may even include pituitary surgery. If not treated they may develop complications like:

1. Heart disease
2. Sleep apnoea
3. Hypertension
4. Heart failure
5. Diabetes

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone usually due to a benign tumour.

Acromegaly is characterised by the following features:

1. Abnormally tall
2. Enlarged hands and feet
3. Prominent facial features
4. Headache
5. Weight gain
6. Impaired vision
7. Obstructive sleep apnoea
8. Sexual dysfunction
9. Tiredness

People with acromegaly need appropriate investigation and management, which may even include pituitary surgery. If not treated they may develop complications like:

1. Heart disease
2. Sleep apnoea
3. Hypertension
4. Heart failure
5. Diabetes

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In this video, Dr Raj explains why people may have different metabolism rates and if we can boost our metabolisms. Don't miss this video!

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Is there Anything We can do to Boost our Metabolism? #asktheexpert In this video, Dr Raj explains why people may have different metabolism rates and if we can boost our metabolisms. Don't miss this video!-----------ABOUT DR....

Do you know which is the healthier rice option?

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Here is a quick tip!

Try and avoid using food as a treat. There are other ways we can reward ourselves like going for a movie or buying some new clothes or a book.