Weight loss

Have you been on your weight management journey for a while, and you're not seeing the results that you hoped for? Felix is here to help you better understand why weight loss can be more challenging for some people than others.

Overgewicht is een groeiend probleem. Sinds 1981 is het aantal volwassen Nederlanders met overgewicht en obesitas anderhalf keer zo groot geworden. In 2024 had meer dan de helft van de volwassen Nederlanders last van overgewicht. De laatste tijd is er steeds meer aandacht voor medische hulpmiddelen zoals injecties om af te vallen. Maar hoe werken deze injecties precies? Voor wie zijn ze geschikt en welke kun je kiezen? In dit artikel lees je alles over medisch afvallen met injecties.

When you're starting a new weight loss medication, many people are so excited about the potential benefits these medications may provide, they forget to think about the potential side effects they may experience during their treatments.

During pregnancy, our bodies go through a lot of changes and people often experience some weight gain that is more than temporary baby weight.

For decades, we've been told losing weight is easy. Calories in, calories out. Eat less, move more. Yet, that isn't everyone's experience, and the reality is much more complicated. At Felix, we believe it's time to change the narrative around weight loss as a matter of willpower and remind folks looking to manage their weight it's okay to ask for help. So, we launched a campaign to spark an important conversation about weight loss treatment.

Managing our weight is something that many people struggle with throughout their lives. Unfortunately, despite their good intentions, the 'eat less, move more' movement doesn't take a lot of outside factors into account. Factors that have a huge impact on weight management.

Although food noise is nothing new (i.e., it's a built-in instinctual reaction to prevent starvation in our ancestors), it's only recently that scientists and healthcare practitioners have started looking into the relationship between food noise and weight management.

For people that are dealing with a medical condition, in addition to weight management, it can be difficult finding solutions that are both safe and effective for managing both issues simultaneously.

Intermittent fasting is an alternative to continuous calorie restriction, with studies showing that the weight loss achieved through intermittent fasting is similar to weight loss achieved through traditional dieting methods.

Muscle pain isn’t a known side effect of taking weight loss medications, but there are some muscle-related effects you may want to keep an eye on.

For years, people across the world have been trying to deal with weight management using the traditional 'eat less, move more' mindset.

One of the most recent discussions within the weight management community has been in regards to a new concept called ‘Food Noise’.

To achieve a sustainable and healthy diet plan and to give yourself the best chances of losing weight, you need two things: the knowledge of what to eat, and the right combinations of food that you actually enjoy eating. Mealime helps with both!

The factors influencing our body size are deeply intertwined and influenced by biological, genetic, environmental, hormonal, social, and health conditions. It's time to move beyond “move more and eat less” thinking. Let’s dive into the underlying aspects of weight management and ways to develop an effective plan for sustainable change.

Birth control, like any medication, has been studied for its potential side effects, so there is an answer about its relationship to changes in a person’s weight.

When it comes to our bodies, most of us tend to focus on things like losing weight or building muscle, rather than the health of our bones. After all, our bones are tucked away inside us, and we can’t easily see them or measure their health on a daily basis.

Menopause weight gain can catch you off guard, especially when your eating and exercise habits haven't changed. That's why we're here to set your mind at ease by explaining exactly what's happening in your body around menopause and what you can do about it.

One of the most frequently asked questions about weight loss is where does fat go when you lose weight. This guide answers this and other common weight loss questions. As always, if you have any specific questions about your own weight loss journey, please speak to a licensed Canadian healthcare practitioner.

There are a lot of different things that we can do to try and improve our health. However, there are some factors that can make weight management additionally challenging for some people, such as biological and genetic factors.

Some of the most common symptoms of PCOS include cysts on the ovaries, irregular periods, difficulty getting pregnant, excessive hair growth, acne, and weight gain.

30 tips for enjoying the holidays without gaining weight During the coziest month of the year, stores are bursting at the seams with pastry bars, desserts and delicious ready-to-eat meals. This is fun, but it also ensures that adults gain an average of 0.5 kg between mid-November and mid-January [1]. As a result, the month of December, no matter how festive it is, can be a stressful period if you want to lose weight. Good news: you can enjoy the holidays and lose weight. We help you enjoy the holidays carefree, without starting the new year with extra pounds. And that is a lot easier than you might think. We'll give you 30 tips.

Ramadan has begun: a period of fasting, prayer and reflection. But what if you're taking weight loss medications like Mounjaro, Wegovy, or Saxenda? How does fasting affect your body and how do you prevent additional side effects? In this article, we'll give you practical tips for fasting healthily and responsibly while continuing to use your medication safely.

Everyone's weight management journey is going to look a little different, since there are so many factors that impact our weight (i.e., genetics, biology, etc.).

Menstrual weight gain is caused by shifts in your hormones – which affect your body’s water retention, eating habits and levels of tiredness. These internal fluctuations may impact how you look or feel during menstruation and it’s normal to keep tabs on how your body changes on a regular basis.

The fact is losing weight doesn’t have to be a restrictive and painful process. Sustainable and gradual weight loss is the key to long-term success. To do that, you need patience, persistence, and a willingness to grow.

Late night eating and weight gain seem to go hand-in-hand. It’s normal to be tempted by a little something before bed. And hey, if you do find yourself scooping a few spoonfuls of rocky road before brushing your teeth — no judgement. Everyone deserves a little treat once in a while.

Our relationship with food can become detached or distorted, leading to all sorts of problematic eating habits like unconscious eating, binge eating, and compulsive eating.

Looking for a miracle cure for weight loss? Then you have to go to proteins. A high-protein diet contributes to weight loss, even if you don't limit your calorie intake. But what exactly are proteins and how much do you need to consume to lose weight? In this article, we dive into the world of proteins and learn, among other things, how they help you lose weight, how much protein you should consume and which products contain the most protein.

Since 2023, Ozempic has been extremely popular as a weight loss drug, partly due to the influence of social media channels. While the results are impressive — after one year, users lost an average of 10-15% of their body weight — you may experience side effects. Some are mild and common, while others are rarer and more severe. In this article, we discuss the side effects, their possible causes, and practical tips to alleviate them.

Even with all the studies that have been done on weight loss medications, no link has been found between weight loss medications (or weight loss in general), and new or increased joint pain symptoms.

For many people, weight loss medications are a bit of a mystery. There are a lot of outlandish claims online from supplements and weight loss equipment, but not as much information about the potential effectiveness of prescription medications.

Ga je op vakantie en gebruik je gewichtsverliesmedicatie, zoals Ozempic, Wegovy of Mounjaro? Dan is het voor je gezondheid en afslankproces belangrijk dat je je medicijnen meeneemt en de behandeling voortzet. Maar hoe werkt dat precies? Heb je speciale reisdocumenten nodig? En hoe zit het met temperatuur, tijdzones en handbagageregels? In dit artikel nemen we je stap voor stap mee in reizen met medicatie, zodat je zonder stress van je vakantie geniet én blijft afvallen.

How did you sleep last night? If you've been tossing, you're not alone. Around 25% of Dutch people aged 12 and over experience sleep problems [1]. Did you know that sleep has a huge influence on your weight? Basically, sleeping more means fewer pounds, and sleeping less is more pounds. ‍ In this article, you'll read how a night's sleep affects your weight, why you need to get under the wool on time and tips for sleeping like a baby tonight.

As much as we wish there was a magic elixir we could take for weight loss, the truth of the matter is that weight loss medications function most effectively alongside a healthy lifestyle.

Other factors such as lifestyle choices, genetics, prescription medication, and sleep quality can directly impact weight management. Yes, even sleep.

Understanding the biology and physiology of weight loss can provide women with the tools to take care of their health in a way that feels good. Weight loss medications, known as anti-obesity medications or AOM, can help people address the biology of weight loss.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex medical condition that is associated with many different symptoms, some of which may be able to be addressed by prescription weight loss medications.

So, you've started your journey towards weight loss and better weight management. Congratulations! It's the first, and most important step towards taking back control of your health.

There are a variety of eligibility factors that your healthcare practitioners will assess. However at minimum, Canadians living with obesity who have a BMI over 30 OR with a BMI 27-30 who have a medical comorbidity like diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

Rapid weight gain can happen for various reasons, some harmless, while others pose serious health risks. In this article, we'll explore the causes of rapid weight gain, the potential risks, and what you can do to manage it.

At Felix, we believe weight loss programs should provide judgement-free treatment and address biological factors such as genetics, hormones and metabolic rate that determine your weight — while being completely transparent about all costs involved.

There are a lot of different weight loss ideologies out there, with more popping up all the time.

As hard as some people work, the reality is that biology and genetics are the main determinants of weight. That’s why ‘move more, eat less’ simply doesn’t work for some people, and the reason that weight loss medications have become so popular in recent years.

Over the last few years, the concept of 'food noise' has been reshaping the way we think about internal triggers for eating. These natural eating cues have always been integral in the human experience, since we believe our ancestors used food noise triggers to avoid starvation.

All prescription weight loss medications in Canada are authorized for sale by Health Canada for adults requiring chronic weight management support.

Between TikTok, the Oscars, and The New York Times, it's nearly impossible to ignore the constant talk of new weight loss treatments. Now that we're offering weight loss treatment at Felix, we want to talk about why.