Note: PCOS was officially renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in May 2026. This article uses PCOS throughout while the transition is underway. Read our full article on the renaming…
The short version Polycystic ovary syndrome has been officially renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome: PMOS. The name change was published in The Lancet on 12 May 2026, following a fourteen-year…
The short version If you have ever felt that your weight is a personal failure, you are not alone and the evidence suggests that belief is not only inaccurate, but…
Welcome to On The Journey. My name is Heather and I’m very pleased to have the opportunity to connect with you here.Many of us share similar experiences and challenges on…
Binge eating disorder (BED) is relatively common in Australia; estimates vary. Estimates suggest eating disorders affect ~4% of Australians, with binge eating disorder the most common, in over half of…
If you have PCOS and can't seem to lose weight no matter what you try, you're not imagining it. And it's not your fault.You've probably been told to "just eat…
If you're dealing with depression and struggling to lose weight, you're facing two interconnected challenges that can make everything feel impossibly hard. And you're not alone.Depression affects approximately 1 in…
If you have ADHD and you've been struggling to maintain a healthy weight, you're not broken. Your brain just works differently, and that difference shows up everywhere - including at…
Understanding how they connect – and what you can do about itAt Alevia Medical Weight Loss, we understand that weight is not just about food and movement. For many people,…
What Australian Women Need to Know About Weight ManagementIf you're navigating menopause and considering intermittent fasting (IF) for weight management, you're asking exactly the right questions. As medical weight loss…
At Alevia Medical Weight Loss, we see many patients who are not only on a journey to improve their physical health but are also navigating challenges like focus, impulsivity, emotional…
Finally, answers that go deeper than the number on the scaleIf you've ever stepped on a bathroom scale and felt frustrated by what you saw, you're not alone. For too…
Binge eating episodes can feel overwhelming, isolating, and deeply distressing. If you've experienced the cycle of consuming large amounts of food in a short period while feeling out of control,…
As the end of the year approaches, we look forward to the days getting longer, the weather getting warmer and celebrating the festive season with friends, family and food. Navigating…
We have a number of new changes being introduced in our clinic and we wanted to keep you as informed on the latest developments as quickly as possible.In this blog,…
Clinical psychologist, Tena Davies, is here today to share her thoughts and expertise on coping in Melbourne lockdown at the moment.If you'd like to read about more of Tena's work…
We've paired up with our friends from Boost Health Collective to support our patients in their levels of physical activity. Darcy Smith (exercise physiologist) is here today to explain how…
Simply put - it is okay not to be okay right now, and Dr Catherine Bacus is here to remind you of that today. Closed captions available. When you need us,…
Take a deep breath.We know that for many of our patients right now, things may be feeling really difficult and overwhelming. Taking care of your mental health is a top…
Dr Catherine Bacus has six healthy habit suggestions to help you look after the foundations of your lifestyle. This will help to improve your overall health and wellbeing, and support…
Dr Catherine Bacus is here to provide you with tips in creating new routines and habits for your health while you work from home during this COVID-19 crisis.If you are…
If you're feeling the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic and find yourself turning to food more than ever for comfort, you're not alone. Dr Catherine Bacus is here to provide…
Are you an "emotional eater"? Emotional eating is one of the biggest barriers a lot of our patients face in their weight loss journey. You can read more about the…
Mindfulness is a great way to improve your mental health, reduce your stress levels and appreciate the world around you. Try this little exercise with a cup of herbal tea…
Stress is a common part of our lives, but sometimes it can creep up on us without us realising. Stress can hugely impact on our relationship with food and cravings,…