Australian College of Weight Management

With more research focusing on the effect of gut health, more researchers are exploring the relationship between gut flora and weight loss. But could some types of bacteria predict whether you can successfully lose weight on specific types of diet?   Background…

Intermittent energy restriction (IER) has been an increasingly popular alternative to the more common ongoing energy restriction. It’s believed to have benefits for weight loss, and may have additional benefits for heart health and even insulin resistance. But does this approach have…

Everyone knows that getting sufficient sleep is important for your general health and wellbeing. But more research is linking poor sleep to the obesity epidemic. So does this mean that good sleep is key when it comes to making weight loss easier?…

Avocado is everywhere – on your toast, in your smoothie, and over your salad. Many are cautious with their avocado intake due to its high calorie content. But could avocado actually help people to achieve weight loss on a low-calorie diet?  …

Very few people will go on any type of weight loss diet and stick to it faithfully until they reach their goal. Food has addictive qualities, which may explain why people struggle with compliance to a diet. But what can trigger a…

Both obesity and depression are conditions that are on the rise. But when combined, it becomes more difficult for an individual to undertake and succeed at programs that will help them to achieve their weight loss goals. So is an integrative approach…

One of the most researched diets to date is the Mediterranean diet. This diet has been shown to have a variety of benefits. But could it be more effective for weight loss when combined with another well-studied approach – semi-fasting?   Background…

When it comes to obesity, much of the focus is on restricting and reducing foods. But given the struggle to combat the global weight crisis, scientists are turning to what we should be consuming to prevent weight gain. One food group that…

Simply following a calorie-restricted diet is unlikely to lead to long-term weight loss. Many health experts attribute this to reasons such as low satiety and adherence to a diet over an extended period of time. But what if there was an approach…

Diets that are high in protein and lower in carbohydrates have been popular recently, thanks to trends towards the Paleo and ketogenic-style diets. But are these diets beneficial for women looking to lose weight after childbirth?   Background Women who do not…