Alberta Obesity Centre

05/28/2026

What makes healthy eating hardest during your workweek; time, energy, cost, planning, or something else?

05/21/2026

What are your thoughts on this message; have you or someone you know ever felt that obesity is too often misunderstood as a matter of motivation?

05/19/2026

Movement matters; and it does not have to be complicated.

Regular physical activity supports heart health, strengthens muscles and joints, improves balance and mobility, and can help with energy, sleep, stress management, and mood. Even small amounts of movement throughout the day can make a meaningful difference over time.

With warmer weather here, spending time outdoors can make activity feel more enjoyable and less like a chore. A walk around the block, gardening, biking, stretching outside, taking the stairs, or meeting a friend for a stroll are all simple ways to add movement into your day.

The goal is not perfection - it is consistency. Start where you are, choose activities you enjoy, and build gradually. Every step counts toward better health and well-being.

What is your favourite way to stay active when the weather is nice?

05/15/2026

Protein plays an important role in daily eating; it helps support muscle, keeps meals satisfying, and contributes to overall health and energy throughout the day.

You don't need to make meals complicated to include more protein. Small, steady choices can make a real difference.

Easy ways to add more protein into daily eating:

• Add Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or eggs to breakfast
• Include chicken, turkey, fish, lean meat, tofu, or legumes at lunch or dinner
• Add beans, lentils, or chickpeas to soups, salads, wraps, and bowls
• Sprinkle nuts, seeds, or h**p hearts onto yogurt, oatmeal, or salads
• Choose higher-protein snacks such as cheese, yogurt, hummus, roasted chickpeas, or boiled eggs
• Add protein to smoothies with Greek yogurt, milk, soy milk, or protein powder
• Build meals around a protein source first, then add vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats
• Keep simple protein options on hand for busy days, such as canned tuna, rotisserie chicken, edamame, or pre-cooked lentils

Protein needs can vary depending on age, health, activity level, and medical conditions, so personalized guidance from a healthcare professional can be helpful.

What helps you include protein in your daily eating and what makes it challenging? We’d love to hear your experiences, tips, and questions in the comments.

At Alberta Obesity Centre, we support practical, realistic nutrition strategies that fit into everyday life.

Small changes. Steady habits. Better support for long-term health.

05/04/2026

Your health is more than one number.

BMI can be one helpful screening tool, but it does not tell the whole story. It does not measure muscle mass, medical history, medications, mobility, mental health, family history, sleep, nutrition, or the many other factors that can affect weight and overall health.

At Alberta Obesity Centre, we understand that obesity care needs to look at the full picture, not just a number on a scale or a chart. Our approach is respectful, individualized, and focused on helping patients access evidence-informed care that supports their long-term health.

If you have questions about obesity care or would like to learn more about AOC’s approach, please contact us.

📞 587-320-6213
🌐 www.albertaobesitycentre.ca

Because your health story deserves to be understood; not reduced to a calculation.

The Alberta Obesity Centre (AOC) was created to change how obesity care is delivered. For too long, people have been told that weight is simply a matter of willpower. At AOC, we know better. Obesity is a chronic, relapsing medical condition influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, and environme...

04/29/2026

Finding time to eat well and stay active during a busy workday is not always easy.

Between meetings, emails, family responsibilities, commuting, shift work, and long hours at a desk, healthy routines can quickly become “something I’ll get back to tomorrow.”

At Alberta Obesity Centre, we encourage people to start small. A short walk at lunch, packing one balanced snack, drinking more water, stretching between calls, or planning one simple meal ahead of time can all make a difference. Healthy habits do not have to be perfect to be meaningful - they just need to be realistic enough to repeat.

What helps you stay on track during a busy work week?
Do you meal prep, walk on breaks, pack snacks, use reminders, or have another strategy that works for you?

Share your favourite workday wellness tip in the comments. We would love to hear what helps you.

04/23/2026

A little meal planning can go a long way.

When life gets busy, having a plan for meals and snacks can make healthy choices feel much easier. Meal planning can help save time, reduce stress, cut down on impulse eating, and support your overall health goals.

It does not have to be complicated. Start small:
🥗 Plan a few meals for the week
🛒 Make a grocery list
🍎 Keep simple, nourishing foods on hand
🍲 Prep what you can ahead of time

Progress is built through small, sustainable habits, not perfection.

How do you meal plan each week? Share your favourite tips, routines, or go-to strategies in the comments! We’d love to hear what works for you.

Learn more about AOC at

The Alberta Obesity Centre (AOC) was created to change how obesity care is delivered. For too long, people have been told that weight is simply a matter of willpower. At AOC, we know better. Obesity is a chronic, relapsing medical condition influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, and environme...

04/09/2026

Get to Know the Team at AOC!

We are proud to have a team that is passionate about supporting patients with compassionate, respectful, and evidence-based care. Every member of our team plays an important role in helping patients feel heard, supported, and empowered.

Want to learn more about who we are? Visit the "Our Team" section of our new website and take a moment to contact us; we would love to hear from you!

At AOC, change starts with respect for science, for individuality, and for the human experience of living with obesity. Our patients don’t just receive care; they join a community dedicated to progress, understanding, and hope. If you’re ready for a different kind of healthcare experience – on...

04/06/2026

Happy World Activity Day!

04/06/2026

Beyond the scale, obesity treatment can support overall health.

Obesity care is not only about weight. It can also help improve energy, mobility, sleep, blood sugar, blood pressure, and quality of life.

At the Alberta Obesity Centre, we believe treatment should focus on the whole person; not just a number. Respectful, evidence-based obesity care can help patients work toward better health in ways that are realistic, supportive, and sustainable.

Every step forward matters. Better health can show up in many ways, both on and off the scale.

Learn more about our approach to care:

The Alberta Obesity Centre (AOC) was created to change how obesity care is delivered. For too long, people have been told that weight is simply a matter of willpower. At AOC, we know better. Obesity is a chronic, relapsing medical condition influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, and environme...