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SOUTHERN WEIGHT LOSS NZ, 72 Newington Avenue, Maori Hill, Dunedin (2026)

07/01/2026

Tired of dieting… and starting again?
If you’re a woman aged 30–60 in Dunedin, Otago, or Southland who has tried diet after diet — only to regain the weight — this is not a failure.
It’s biology.
Obesity is a medical condition, not a willpower problem. Hormones, metabolism, and genetics make long-term weight loss extremely difficult without the right support.
Many women reach out because they want to:
• feel healthier and more energetic
• reduce diabetes, blood pressure, reflux, or joint pain
• keep up with their kids or grandkids
• stop the yo-yo cycle for good
There are evidence-based obesity treatments available locally, beyond dieting alone, designed to support long-term health.
If you’re in Dunedin, Invercargill, Queenstown, Wanaka, or across Otago and Southland, and you’re ready for a calm, informed conversation about your options:
👉 Take the first step. Book a consultation today.
Your health deserves more than another diet.

30/12/2025

Why does extra weight increase arthritis risk? Many people are surprised to learn that excess weight is one of the biggest risk factors for developing osteoarthritis — especially in the hips and knees. Extra weight places more pressure on the joints, and body fat also increases inflammation, which can worsen pain and stiffness over time.
The good news? Even small, steady weight loss can make a real difference — reducing pain, improving movement, and helping protect your joints for the long term.
If you’re in Dunedin, Otago, or Southland and would like to learn more about medical or surgical weight-management options, our local specialist team is here to support you with safe, evidence-based care — no pressure, just honest advice.
You don’t have to do this on your own.

30/12/2025

Obesity and High Blood Pressure: Understanding the Link | Dunedin & Wānaka
High blood pressure (hypertension) and obesity are closely linked. In fact, excess body weight is one of the strongest risk factors for developing hypertension. This relationship is well established in medical research and is commonly seen in patients across Dunedin, Otago, and Wānaka.
So how does obesity cause high blood pressure?
When a person carries excess body fat — particularly around the abdomen — several changes occur in the body that raise blood pressure:
• Increased workload on the heart
Extra body weight means the heart has to pump harder to supply blood to a larger mass of tissue. Over time, this increased workload contributes to persistently elevated blood pressure.
• Hormonal and nervous system effects
Excess fat tissue activates hormones and the sympathetic nervous system, which can cause blood vessels to constrict and the kidneys to retain salt and water — both of which raise blood pressure.
• Insulin resistance and inflammation
Obesity is associated with insulin resistance and chronic low-grade inflammation. These changes damage blood vessel function and reduce their ability to relax, leading to higher blood pressure.
• Effects on the kidneys
Abdominal (visceral) fat places physical and hormonal stress on the kidneys, impairing their ability to regulate fluid balance and blood pressure effectively.
Because of these mechanisms, obesity-related hypertension often occurs alongside other conditions such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea, high cholesterol, and fatty liver disease — a cluster sometimes referred to as metabolic syndrome.
The encouraging news is that sustained weight loss can significantly improve blood pressure control. For many people, even modest weight reduction leads to lower readings and, in some cases, reduced reliance on blood pressure medication.
At Southern Weight Loss, we regularly support patients from Dunedin, Otago, and Wānaka who are seeking long-term solutions for obesity and related conditions such as hypertension. Management options may include structured lifestyle support, medical weight management, or bariatric surgery — depending on individual circumstances.
If you are concerned about high blood pressure and weight, a consultation can help you understand the underlying causes and explore appropriate treatment options in a clear, balanced way.

30/12/2025

Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Dunedin & Otago: Treating Obesity and Related Health Conditions
Obesity is a chronic medical condition influenced by biology, hormones, appetite regulation, and environment — not simply willpower. For some people in Dunedin and across Otago, diet and lifestyle changes alone are not enough to achieve or maintain meaningful, long-term weight loss.
Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is a well-established, evidence-based treatment option for obesity that can also improve many obesity-related health conditions.
The procedure reduces the size of the stomach, helping people feel full sooner and naturally eat smaller portions. It also affects gut hormones involved in hunger, satiety, and blood sugar control. Because of this, the benefits often extend well beyond weight loss alone.
Many patients undergoing gastric sleeve surgery in Otago experience:
• Significant and sustained weight loss
• Improved blood sugar control and reduced need for type 2 diabetes medication
• Improvement in high blood pressure
• Reduced severity of obstructive sleep apnoea
• Improvement in fatty liver disease and cholesterol levels
• Reduced joint pain and improved mobility
For many people, these health improvements lead to better energy, increased physical function, and an improved quality of life.
Gastric sleeve surgery is not a quick fix, and it is not suitable for everyone. It works best as part of a structured, long-term weight management plan that includes specialist medical care, dietitian support, and ongoing follow-up.
At Southern Weight Loss, we provide specialist bariatric consultations and gastric sleeve surgery locally in Dunedin, supporting patients throughout Otago, including Central Otago, Queenstown, and Wānaka. Consultations are focused on education, ensuring patients fully understand the benefits, risks, and alternative treatment options.
If you are considering gastric sleeve surgery in Dunedin or Otago, a consultation can help you decide whether this approach — or another weight-loss treatment — is right for you.

28/12/2025

Making a Healthier Lifestyle a Reality
Making a healthier lifestyle a reality isn’t about perfection or willpower alone.
Many people struggle with weight because their biology is working against them hunger hormones, metabolism, energy levels, stress, and long-standing habits all play a role. This isn’t a personal failure. It’s how the body responds.
Sustainable change works best when it’s realistic and supported. That often means structured nutrition, regular movement that fits into everyday life, better sleep, and addressing stress, not quick fixes or extremes.
For some people, medical or surgical weight-loss options can also play a role. These tools can help reduce hunger and improve metabolic health, supporting long-term lifestyle change rather than replacing it.
At Southern Weight Loss, we provide specialist weight-loss care locally for patients across Dunedin, Otago, and Southland. Our focus is on education, informed decision-making, and long-term follow-up supporting health improvements that last.
If you’re considering ways to improve your health and would like to understand your options, we’re here to help.
📍 Dunedin | Invercargill | Queenstown | Wanaka | Oamaru
👉 Learn more about your options
https://southernweightloss.co.nz/your-pathway-to-a-healthier-life/

25/12/2025

How Gastric Bypass Surgery Can Help Reverse Type 2 Diabetes. Local Care in Dunedin, Otago & Southland For many people across Dunedin, Otago, and Southland, type 2 diabetes is closely linked to long-standing obesity and insulin resistance. While lifestyle and medication remain essential, gastric bypass surgery is one of the most effective treatments available for improving, and in some cases reversing, type 2 diabetes.
Gastric bypass works through two key mechanisms.
1. Improved insulin sensitivity through weight loss
Sustained weight loss reduces visceral (abdominal) fat, which plays a major role in insulin resistance. As this fat reduces, the body is better able to use insulin, lowering blood glucose levels and easing the workload on the pancreas.
2. Powerful metabolic and hormonal changes
Gastric bypass alters the way food passes through the stomach and small intestine. This leads to rapid changes in gut hormones such as GLP-1 and PYY, which:
Improve insulin release
Reduce insulin resistance
Improve blood sugar control
Decrease appetite
Because of these hormonal effects, many patients in Otago and Southland see improvements in diabetes control within days of surgery, often before significant weight loss has occurred. Diabetes medications or insulin may be reduced or stopped under medical supervision.
Large international studies consistently show that gastric bypass surgery achieves higher rates of type 2 diabetes remission than non-surgical treatment, particularly when surgery is performed earlier in the course of the disease.
Gastric bypass is not a quick fix. It is a metabolic operation combined with structured follow-up, nutritional support, and long-term lifestyle changes. When delivered by an experienced local team, it can be a life changing option for people living with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
If you live in Dunedin, Invercargill, Queenstown, Wanaka, or the wider Otago and Southland region, discussing all evidence-based diabetes and weight-loss treatment options with a specialist team is an important first step.

25/12/2025

Obesity is one of the strongest risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes, and the link is well established in medical research.
When a person carries excess body fat—particularly around the abdomen—it affects how the body responds to insulin. Insulin is the hormone that helps move glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into the body’s cells for energy. With excess fat tissue, especially visceral (deep abdominal) fat, the body becomes insulin resistant. This means insulin is produced, but it does not work effectively.
As insulin resistance increases:
• Blood glucose levels rise
• The pancreas works harder to produce more insulin
• Over time, the pancreas may struggle to keep up
• Persistently high blood sugar can lead to type 2 diabetes
Obesity also contributes to chronic low-grade inflammation and hormonal changes that further worsen insulin resistance. This is why type 2 diabetes often occurs alongside conditions such as high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol levels, fatty liver disease, and increased cardiovascular risk.
The encouraging news is that even modest, sustained weight loss can improve insulin sensitivity. For many people, this can result in better blood sugar control, reduced medication needs, and in some cases, diabetes remission when supported through structured, evidence-based care.
Understanding the link between obesity and diabetes is not about blame. It is about recognising obesity as a complex medical condition and addressing it with appropriate support, education, and treatment.

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Southern Weight Loss.
If you’ve celebrated a little harder than planned, be kind to yourself health is built over time, not over one holiday.
Enjoy the break. We’ll focus on the next steps when you’re ready.

22/12/2025

Inside a Roux en Y Gastric Bypass procedure
This video provides a technical overview of Roux en Y gastric bypass surgery, showing key surgical steps and anatomical principles involved in the procedure.
Gastric bypass is a well-established bariatric operation used to support significant, durable weight loss and improvement in obesity-related conditions. It works through a combination of restriction, hormonal change, and altered nutrient absorption.
At Southern Weight Loss, procedures are performed locally in Dunedin by a specialist upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon, with a strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based decision-making, and long-term follow-up.
This content is intended for educational purposes and to support informed discussions between patients and their healthcare team.
If you’re considering weight-loss surgery in Dunedin, Otago, Southland, Queenstown, or Wanaka, a consultation can help determine whether gastric bypass or another option may be appropriate for you.
📍 Local specialist bariatric care
📩 Referrals welcome | Self-referral available

22/12/2025

Patient experience (shared with permission)
“Had a gastric sleeve done nearly 4 years ago. Easily one of the best things I have ever invested in. I lost around 30 kilos, greatly decreased my need for type 2 diabetes medication, my fatty liver is now normal, and my blood pressure and cholesterol are great too. It’s been fantastic — feeling like I have so much more energy now. I enjoyed supportive, friendly follow-up care and highly recommend this for anyone who has struggled with their weight.”
We’re grateful to patients who choose to share their experiences. Ongoing follow-up and support are an important part of bariatric care, and every patient’s journey is different.
Important to note:
This reflects one individual’s personal experience. Results vary between patients. Weight-loss surgery is not suitable for everyone and requires careful assessment, long-term follow-up, and lifestyle changes. A full discussion of benefits, risks, and alternatives is essential before surgery.
If you’re considering weight-loss surgery, the first step is an informed conversation to understand what options may be right for you.
📍 Specialist bariatric care provided locally across Otago & Southland
🔗 Learn more or book a consultation via our website https://southernweightloss.co.nz/contact/

20/12/2025

Thinking about weight-loss (bariatric) surgery?

Here’s what the pre-surgical assessment process looks like at Southern Weight Loss.

If you’re considering weight-loss surgery, you can be referred by your GP, or you are very welcome to self-refer directly to Southern Weight Loss Many patients choose to self-refer as a first step to simply explore their options.

Once we receive your referral, we’ll send you a comprehensive information booklet and a detailed health questionnaire to help us understand your medical background and streamline your care.

Your initial consultation will be with Mark Grant, where he will assess your overall health and any weight-related conditions such as diabetes, reflux, sleep apnoea, or joint pain. Mark will carefully explain the different bariatric procedures we offer, outline the risks and benefits of each, and answer your questions openly and honestly. Further investigations may be arranged if needed to ensure surgery is safe and appropriate for you.

Dietitian support is a core part of preparation.

You’ll meet with our specialist dietitian, Helen, usually for a minimum of two appointments before surgery. These sessions help identify eating patterns, address challenges around food, and prepare you for both surgery and life afterwards. You’ll receive an individualised plan covering pre-surgical meal replacements, post-operative eating stages, protein targets, and practical resources for recovery.

Psychological support is essential for long-term success.

As part of your preparation, you will see our psychologist. This is not an assessment you need to “pass” it is support. These sessions help address emotional eating, habits, stress, expectations, and other common barriers that can affect outcomes after bariatric surgery. Weight-loss surgery involves both physical and psychological change, and we believe addressing both is critical.

Weight-loss surgery is not the finish line it’s the beginning of a carefully supported journey.

If you’re in Dunedin, Otago, Southland, Queenstown, Wanaka, or Invercargill and want to learn more, we’re here to help.

📞 To find out more, contact Southern Weight Loss today
https://southernweightloss.co.nz/contact/

20/12/2025

Body image and weight-loss surgery: let’s talk about it openly.
For many women, body image is one of the hardest, and least talked about, parts of the weight-loss surgery journey.
If you’re considering having a gastric sleeve or a gastric bypass, it’s normal to have mixed feelings about how your body looks now, how it may change, and how long it will take for your mind to catch up with those changes.
Weight loss surgery is not about “fixing” your body.
It’s about improving your health, mobility, confidence, and quality of life all at your own pace.
If you need reassurance today, this is your reminder:
You’re allowed to be who you are and feel what you feel..
You’re allowed to need support.
And you’re allowed to feel proud of choosing your health.
Save this for later, or share it with someone who might need to hear it.
If you’re in Dunedin, Otago, Southland, Queenstown, Wanaka, or Invercargill and want to talk through your options in a supportive, no-pressure environment, the Southern Weight Loss team is here to help.

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