SmartShape Weight Loss Centre
190 Attwell Drive, Suite 490
Toronto, ON M9W 6H8
Phone: (888) 278-7952
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Obesity is a chronic health problem that is often progressive and difficult to treat. An estimated 80% to 90% of persons with type 2 diabetes are also overweight or obese. Recent studies have predicted a 7-fold increase in obesity in 20 years. The risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and some forms of cancer increases with …
Jeff was tired of "yo-yo" dieting. He had always had weight issues, with his biggest problem being portion control, so he would fight back with constant dieting only to regain any weight he had lost each time, and often gain even more. Lifestyle also played a part in Jeff’s weight issues, as like many people …
The first recorded case of diabetes was in 1552 BCE, when Egyptian physician Hesy-Ra of the 3rd Dynasty made the first known mention of diabetes – found on the Ebers Papyrus – and listed remedies to combat the ‘passing of too much urine.'1425 - Diabetes first appears in the English language as the Middle English …
Whole grains, cranberries and almonds jack up the nutrient power in these muffins compared to common, cake-like ones. This recipe is provided by Diabetes Canada. Whether you are looking for diabetes-friendly recipes for yourself or for someone with diabetes, you can search Diabetes Canada's delicious collection of savoury and sweet recipes by keywords, category or …
Living a healthy lifestyle is a big commitment.Once you make the decision to change your ways and live a healthy life, it’s crucial that you stick to it. Especially if you’re contemplating weight loss surgery at the SmartShape™ Weight Loss Centre. The surgery won’t do all the work for you, so you’re going to have …
How is your weight loss coming along? This is just one of the many questions that a member of your SmartShape™ weight loss support team might ask you. Talking with your team of coaches following a weight loss procedure is essential to your long-term success. They can help you adapt to a new, healthy lifestyle …
October 10th is the World Health Organization’s “World Mental Health Day”. Mental Health can be affected in many ways, and can have many different results on everyday living. For instance, have you ever thought about how some packaged foods can stay fresh until their ‘best before’ date? The reason they can is through the use …
Although it sounds trite, I was literally "sick and tired of feeling sick and tired"I have been overweight my whole life really, but a car accident 5 years ago changed my life. I was diagnosed with PTSD, depression and anxiety. Every assessment or treatment that the insurance companies sent me to made my mood sink further. I …
After your procedure with SmartShape, we recommend you take advantage of our Webinars to learn about the essentials of weight loss success after a procedure. Our registered Dietitian and our Bariatric Education Coach provide education through webinars, with topics such as: Nutrition PrincipalsHow to live Successfully After Your ProcedureSkin, Nail & Hair HealthNutrition Myths & FactsDining …
HEAVY UP ON THE VEGGIES! USE SMALLER PLATES! FOCUS ON THE TABLE DÉCOR!Don’t let the calories and abundance of food at Thanksgiving lead to extra pounds. A little bit of each dish can provide you with the full taste sensation of this wonderful meal, while not leaving you with the overloaded feeling afterwards.Choose fresh, simply …
