Newsletter October 2019

Dietary Requirements & Weight Loss

October is Vegetarian Awareness Month, established by the North American Vegetarian Society to promote and raise awareness of the vegetarian lifestyle.

Many people who have unique dietary restrictions such as vegetarianism, religious observances of Kashrut or Halal food laws, or intolerances to gluten or lactose often experience difficulty finding a weight loss program compatible with their restrictions or laws.

The Bernstein Diet is suitable for people with various dietary restrictions. The diet consists of regular grocery store-bought foods, which allows patients to prepare their meals according to their own laws or restrictions. There is a wide variety of food to choose from in all four groups: vegetables, fruits, protein, and bread substitutes.

The Bernstein Diet caters to people with various dietary needs. There are a variety of proteins to choose from, such as lentils and beans, tofu, and processed protein brands like M&M, Yves, Zoglo’s, etc. In addition, our Recipe Book has many appetizing recipes for vegetarians.

For more information about Vegetarian Awareness Month, visit http://www.worldvegetarianday.org/

Holiday Hints

When holiday times are approaching, thoughts of delaying your best dieting efforts may be entering your mind, and you may feel your motivation weakening.

A little planning and foresight will allow you to enjoy the holidays while keeping your diet and weight under control. You will be much happier after the holiday if you maintain your weight instead of gaining several pounds. The tips listed here have been helpful to our dieters exposed to holiday temptations.

• Perrier or soda water with lime or lemon in a wine glass will look appropriate and no one will push alcohol at you.
• If dining out to a prepared menu, eat some protein just before leaving home. A can of tuna or a protein pack will allow you to eat a salad and steamed vegetables at dinner and feel comfortable, not hungry.
• If dining at a friend’s home, ask to have the salad and vegetables for you to be set aside before dressings and sauces are added.
• If dining at a restaurant, choose restaurants that feature seafood and fresh vegetables instead of exotic sauces and desserts.
• Safe choices are steamed or poached fish (with fresh lemon), lobster or shrimp (no sauces), grilled fish (without butter or oils).
• If you choose a steak and salad menu, a small filet is usually 3-½ oz. Order it grilled. Rare or medium-rare is juicy enough to need no sauces. Try a squeeze of lemon on steak or grilled fish.
• Do not announce “I’m dieting” to others. Some people will feel this as a personal challenge to tempt you to break the rules.
• Fresh fruit as dessert is usually readily available.
• Choose chicken or turkey breast instead of dark meat.
• Drink lots of water with your meal – it will curb your appetite.

Preventing Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 1 in 8 women are expected to develop breast cancer within their lifetime. While the vast majority of breast cancer patients are women, about 200 men per year in Canada are also diagnosed.

We know that obesity increases the risk of breast, colon and prostate cancers. The sooner you lose ALL the excess weight, the less probability you have of developing these deadly tumours.

Speak to your physician to discuss how your diet plan can reduce your risk of cancers.

For more information about cancer prevention, visit the Canadian Cancer Society at http://www.cancer.ca/

Clinic Hours

After 30 years, we’re still ‘Maintaining’ beautifully!

The Maintenance Program is such an important part of our weight loss program in so many ways. And it works because when our dieters reach their goal weight, we don’t just send them on their way. It’s also why the large majority of our patients keep the excess weight off permanently. Dr. Bernstein has spent over 30 years studying the metabolic and psychological implications of weight loss. He has determined that the best follow-up program teaches you how to enjoy virtually all the foods you like – without worry. And Maintenance effortlessly allows us to help you with long term support.

Whether you’re a former patient or currently on the main diet program, you should know that one of the key aspects of Maintenance is the feeling of security it provides. It offers the means to keep your healthy new body weight for the rest of your life. (And prevent yo-yo gain pattern.) Based upon sound medical and scientific principles, the Maintenance program is not time-intensive. It targets the long-term solution, yet fits easily into your new lifestyle. If you do put on a few pounds, we will identify the problem, and help you lose them with a quick Tune-Up. It’s all part of maintaining your goal. It makes your life easier. It’s a lifestyle change, not a diet or diet mentality. It is more of an educational process than anything else. It’s individualized for each patient and allows delicious foods in abundant quantities. We just help you control what caused your weight gain initially.

THE BOTTOM LINE: Rebound will not happen when you lose weight and follow up properly. Please call anytime if you have questions about Maintenance or other programs we offer

Recipe of the Month: Spinach Dahl

Tips for Using the Bernstein Diet Mobile App

The Bernstein Diet Mobile App is here to help track your weight loss journey. Patients can access Recipes, Food List, Weight Tracker & BMI Calculator!

1) Weights are now uploaded directly from the clinic

Now you don’t have to enter your weights manually any longer. The weights will be automatically uploaded to your profile directly from the clinic after your visit.

2) Personalize Your Weight Tracker

If you would like to add a photo or a message to a date on your weight tracker, you can tap on the dot in the graph for that day to edit it. You can also include a photo or message when adding a new day to your tracker.

3) Favourites

You can use the three-dot menu when viewing any food list item or recipe to add it to your Favourites list. You can go to the Food List or Recipes areas of the menu to see your list of favourites. If you navigate further into the food list categories before opening your favourites list, your list is filtered to show items belonging to the category you opened it from.

Get it now!

Android phone or tablet (4.1 or higher): Click here
iPhone, iPad & iPad Pro (iOS 8 or higher): Click here

We're Hiring!

Clinic Support & Administration

We are always looking for skilled people to join our team. Opportunities exist for personal and professional growth, in one of our administration and support team positions. Your chance to make a contribution to our patients’ success range from entry level to management positions in areas such as: Finance; Human Resources; Contact Centre; Warehousing/Logistics; Operations & Nursing Support; & Information Technology.

For a list of current openings, and to apply online, visit the following link: https://www.drbdiet.com/clinic-support-administration/

Physicians

Are you ready for a rewarding change of pace? With our dedicated and streamlined approach to patient care and clinic operations, the convenience of regular day-time working hours and attractive compensation, we present a significant lifestyle opportunity for today’s doctors. All while making a positive difference in so many of your patients’ lives. For a list of current openings, and to apply online, visit the following link: https://www.drbdiet.com/physicians/

Nurses & Medical Receptionists

Are you tired of working unstable shifts & weekends? Are you looking to improve the balance between your work and family life? If you answered YES then we have the opportunity for you! As part of our highly skilled team, you will be closely monitoring our patients’ health, educating them on proper nutrition and motivating them to achieve their goals and maintaining their healthy weight for the rest of their lives!. For a list of current openings, and to apply online, visit the following link: https://www.drbdiet.com/nurses/