The Science of Obesity

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Session Overview:

This session will explore some of the physiological factors underlying this chronic disease, as well as evidence-based recommendations for treatment. Points of discussion will include: physiological drives of hunger, metabolic responses to weight loss, and brain reward systems that impact eating behaviours. Dietary and medical treatment interventions will also be discussed.

Cost: Free
Where: Zoom
When: December 10th, 6:45-8:15pm

About the Presenter:

Dr. Michael Lyon is a published researcher in the fields of nutrition, appetite regulation, dietary fibre, and blood sugar regulation. He completed a three year family practice residency in 1988 and has been a National Team Physician. His practice has focused upon sports and fitness medicine, nutrition, lifestyle modification, addictions, mental health, cognitive behavioral therapy and obesity medicine. 

Dr. Lyon has spent the majority of his career pioneering and practicing obesity medicine. He was the first physician in BC to become Board Certified in Obesity Medicine through the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He is passionate about empowering individuals to overcome both physical and psychological challenges so they can enjoy their healthiest and best quality of life. As the medical director of the Obesity Medicine & Diabetes Institute, he constantly looks into innovative and evidence-based treatments to better serve his patients.