Diet
Addiction Substitution After Bariatric Surgery
We know that food, particularly sugary foods, can be addictive. Some studies suggest that the addictive properties of sugar are as powerful, if not greater than some illicit drugs. It is, therefore, no wonder that it is so difficult to “just lose weight.” While many of us start a new diet with great enthusiasm and success, a few weeks or months later, this focus tends to fall by the wayside, and we eventually regain the weight, sometimes adding even more […]
No Exercise, No Diet Weight Loss. Does It Exist?
If you’re considering bariatric surgery, you have likely tried many diet and exercise programs to get back into shape over the years. If you haven’t been successful, don’t beat yourself up. Unfortunately, for most, these programs are not effective. Many patients regain their weight, and often put on even more, after some time. Despite a lifetime of being bombarded with diet plans that claim to work, we continue to be lured into the promise of weight loss and fat-busting with […]
Diet or Exercise: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
Whether you are a bariatric patient or not, diet and exercise are vital components of any weight loss program. But while the concept of simple calories in versus more calories out for weight loss is true, it does not tell the whole story. Diet and exercise contribute to weight loss and improved health in different ways.
Eliminating “Forever Chemicals” as Part of Your Post-op Weight Loss Plan
You have undoubtedly received plenty of advice on diet and exercise. You have a post-operative manual from your practice, giving you the blueprint for how to lose weight consistently and safely over time. You are also motivated, partly by your decision to have weight loss surgery, but also because you’ve seen the dramatic results early on. However, calories in and out may not always be the end of the story, and we must look at the weight loss process overall […]
Is It Better to Skip a Meal or Eat Fast Food as a Bariatric Patient?
The simple answer to whether to skip a meal or opt for fast food is that neither is optimal, but we all know life happens sometimes, and some circumstances are out of our control. There is a lot of preparation and education required before undergoing bariatric surgery. After surgery, you will have to continue to follow up with your doctor and may want to consider seeing a nutritionist. They can still be challenging even if you prepare for situations such […]
Moderation – The Key to Success After Bariatric Surgery
One of the hallmarks of a successful post-bariatric surgery life and indeed keeping weight off, even without bariatric surgery, is moderation. Over the past several decades, with ever-increasing portion sizes and the hectic life most Americans lead, restraint can go by the wayside. Consuming too few calories can be, in its own way, as destructive as consuming too many. Similarly, working out too much can be as bad as not working out enough. That’s why we preach moderation. Moderation is […]
Are There Any Absolute Dietary No-Nos After Bariatric Surgery?
We often discuss bariatric surgery with patients who do not know much about the process. Near the top of the list of concerns is trepidation around eliminating something they love. This usually revolves around food or drink that they particularly enjoy or may represent comfort in times of stress or sadness. This brings up whether anything is genuinely off-limits after bariatric surgery.
What Office Weight Loss Challenges Can Teach Us About Long-Term Success
You have likely participated in a weight loss challenge through your work. This widespread phenomenon combines the fun of a goal-oriented competition and the nudge we sometimes need to get motivated; these contests can be an excellent jumping-off point for a needed transformation. They can be fun for you and your colleagues to improve health while getting motivated to win office bragging rights and sometimes a solid prize. However, the reality is that most office weight loss challenges fail to […]
Preparing for Holiday Eating
There is a definite weight and stress-boost that comes with even LOOKING at the family calendar around the holidays. From Halloween to the New Year’s resolution, we pack those dates with family get-togethers, work obligations, school parties and bake sales, candy, and sweets fundraisers, trick-or-treating and the aftermath, and endless buffets. We wash it down with spiced cider, eggnog, champagne, grown-up beverages, hot chocolate and then we do it again. And when we reread that, no one can argue that there […]
Fad Diets: Are They Effective?
Let’s cut straight to the short answer: no., fad diets are not effective – at least not in the long-term. We live in an age where people are looking to lose weight quickly and easily. Social media has provided a platform for all kinds of health conversations and awareness, but along with that comes the spread of misinformation. We may see a person on Instagram who looks physically healthy and may be promoting meal replacement shakes or restrictive dieting. We […]
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