by Mr Ahmed Hamouda | Aug 23, 2016 | Weight Loss
Recently, I wrote about the effect a gastric bypass has on gut bacteria and how the changes were thought to contribute to the weight loss effect. A group of researchers have been able to isolate the bacteria, known as Akkermansia muciniphila, responsible for this...
by Mr Ahmed Hamouda | Aug 23, 2016 | Weight Loss
I am frequently asked about this new device which is placed endoscopically to line the duodenum and limit absorption. It is advocated for the treatment of diabetes and obesity, however in the UK, following review by NICE the following provisional recommendation has...
by Mr Ahmed Hamouda | Aug 23, 2016 | Weight Loss
Emerging economies such as India, where one in 6 people are undernourished, is experiencing an unprecedented rise in weight loss surgery. Economic growth of approximately 7% per annum is leading to a rise in affluence and obesity as a side effect. Weight loss...
by Mr Ahmed Hamouda | Aug 23, 2016 | Weight Loss
One of the most important concerns for any individual seeking surgery is that of safety and regulation. This issue has been brought to light recently to a large degree by cosmetic interventions which remain unregulated. On the other hand, weight loss surgery is...
by Mr Ahmed Hamouda | Aug 23, 2016 | Weight Loss
Obese individuals face discrimination on a daily basis due to their size. This article in the Huffington Post highlights the plight of 14 women who have experienced the negative cultural attitude first hand. What is also not very well advertised but interesting to...
