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.
The ketogenic (“keto”) diet is an extremely low carbohydrate and very high fat diet that has been gaining popularity as of late. The diet typically involves eliminating carbohydrate containing foods (like grains, starchy vegetables, legumes, fruit and some milk products), consuming moderate amounts of protein and very high amounts of fat. On this diet, typically …
Oftentimes, individuals use the words “meal replacement” and “protein shake” interchangeably when in fact, they are two completely different products. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), there are very strict guidelines that a meal replacement must adhere to in order to ensure it meets the body’s requirements. For example, a meal replacement must …
Sun! Sand! Sleeves? Margaritas and MGBs? There are many alluring aspects of heading south, including the reduced cost of surgery; however, we can’t stress enough how a surgery itself is insufficient at improving one’s health and wellness. Setting aside the issue that out-of-country surgeries are not subject to the same vigilant approval systems, inspection criteria, …
There it is, sitting in the corner of your bathroom; seemingly innocent, but we all know better. That daunting inanimate object is pushing you to run, but also pulling you to stay. It’s the shake-in-your-socks (because that’s all you’re wearing!) SCALE!!! So many of us have established a love/hate relationship with this device. Over the years …
Mindful eating is a concept that goes beyond what foods we eat and considers the why and how of our eating experience. It helps us to be present in the moment and have an increased awareness of our eating behaviour. When we slow down and pay attention to what we are doing, we can better …
May is Celiac Awareness Month. Do you know the difference between wheat allergy, Celiac Disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity? A wheat allergy is when the immune system thinks that wheat is harmful and triggers different symptoms such as: hives/rash, itchy skin, swollen eyes, face, lips, throat or tongue, trouble breathing, speaking or swallowing, cramps, diarrhea, …
We have all experienced the sense of bloating, cramping, belching, flatulence and even pain that intestinal gas can generate. Many individuals can recall experiencing an extreme version of this discomfort immediately after their surgery. Gas is very normal and often results from swallowing air when eating, drinking and talking, poorly fitting dentures, and from bacteria …
Makes: 13 cups Cooking time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 large stalks of onion, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 28 oz (796 ml) of tomatoes, diced or whole 19 oz (540 ml) can of kidney beans, rinsed 19 oz (540 ml) can of black beans, …
March is Nutrition Month and this year we focus on celebrating food as nourishment and so much more, as it unlocks the potential of food to enhance lives, improve health, inspire children, fuel activities and bring people together. This year features five topics that explore the potential of food: Fuel: Stay energized by planning nutritious …
Losing weight can help improve your quality of life in so many ways. What most people don’t realize is that losing weight affects so much more than just your appearance. From an increase in confidence to a reduced risk of developing certain health conditions, there are many reasons to take the first step on your …
