Behaviors

The Mental Side of Weight Loss

Posted: Jun 17 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

For some people, struggling to lose weight is a result of insufficient education or misinformation—they simply don’t know what they need to do to achieve a healthy lifestyle. However, many other people who try and fail to lose weight know what they should do, but they consistently have a problem implementing that knowledge. If you know about proper diet and exercise but still haven’t been able to achieve and maintain weight loss, it may be helpful to take a closer look at the psychological obstacles that stand in your way. In other words, what are the thoughts you have that make it difficult for you to lose weight?

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In Search of the Perfect Body

Posted: Jan 19 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Do you know someone who seems to have the perfect body? Have you ever noticed a stranger who looked trim, healthy, and fit and wondered, why can’t I look like that? It’s easy to get caught up in comparing our bodies to the people we see around us, especially when other people seem to have an easier time than we do of maintaining an ideal weight.

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Fight Holiday Weight Gain

Posted: Dec 22 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

The holiday season brings with it extra opportunities to eat and, for many people, eat poorly. Holiday weight gain is not only common, it’s almost expected. But you don’t have to resign yourself to packing on pounds that you’ll have to resolve to burn off after the New Year. Here are a few tips to help you manage your weight during the holiday season.

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Guilt Free Holiday Eating

Posted: Dec 12 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

The 5 weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve can be a nightmare for someone who’s trying to lose weight. It is possible, however, to survive-and even enjoy-the holidays without gaining weight.

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How do I control stress-induced weight gain?

Posted: Nov 18 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

One of the ways to make sure your weight loss surgery is successful is to learn how to control stress eating. Stress eating is basically eating to satisfy emotional needs rather than hunger, and it often results in eating high-calorie foods instead of healthy ones. After all, few people grab a stick of celery for [...]

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Boosting Self-Esteem To Boost Weight Loss Success

Posted: Nov 02 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Achieving weight loss success means making a drastic change to the way you live your life. It’s not necessarily an easy change to make, but changing how you feel about yourself can make it easier. Boosting your self esteem can make it easier to lose weight because you understand that you’re worth the tough choices. [...]

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Why We Eat When We Are Stressed

Posted: Sep 18 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Do you find yourself reaching for a box of crackers or ice cream when you are experiencing stress? If so, you are not alone. Many of us eat when we experience unpleasant emotions; it is a coping mechanism that makes us feel better. At the center of this mechanism is our body’s response to stress and [...]

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Relaxation Techniques to Control Eating

Posted: Sep 02 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Identifying your stressors is only part of the package when it comes to dealing with pressure or anxiety in your life. Learning some coping mechanisms is the next step in getting a good grip on stress. There are many different kinds of relaxation techniques out there, and finding the one that works best for you [...]

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Why Are Support Groups So Helpful After Lap Band Surgery?

Posted: Aug 12 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Joining a support group can be a great way to help you get through the time following your lap band surgery. Navigating your new lifestyle can be so much easier when you have people to share your concerns with. It can also be a lot of fun to celebrate successes together! You can really benefit from the [...]

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5 Exercises You Can Do While Talking On The Phone

Posted: Aug 05 in Gastric Band Blog by admin

Sometimes doing two things at once can help make the time go by more quickly. If you struggle with fitting in activity during the day, why not pick up the phone and call a friend – then sneak in some exercises while you chat? It will make doing the activity more pleasant if you have [...]

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