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Erase the Clutter from your Sanctuary

Posted: Jan 09 in Gastric Band Blog by

Embarking on a weight loss regimen is a big step. Making the decision and being determined to follow through on such a life-changing course is the key to ultimate success, and there are many little things that you can do to reinforce and provide affirmation for that big decision. After speaking with your weight loss doctor in Albany about ways to lose weight, start thinking about ways that you can improve your entire environment to start living healthier.

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Exercising for Mental Rejuvenation

Posted: Jan 02 in Gastric Band Blog by

As you work towards achieving weight loss in Albany, take the time to focus on your mind as well as your body. Just as physical activity is crucial for your body, brain-boosting exercises are essential to your mind and mental health. Here are a few simple tips you can incorporate to achieve overall mind-body wellness.

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Controlling Stress-Induced Weight Gain

Posted: Jun 07 in Gastric Band Blog by

In our hectic lives, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress. From credit card bills and job woes, to family tensions and general anxiety, stress can leave us feeling exhausted, defeated and unsure of ourselves. Constant stress can cause a hormone imbalance in our body and a build-up of cortisol, which leads to weight gain.

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How do I control stress-induced weight gain?

Posted: Nov 18 in Gastric Band Blog by

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 comfort when they’re feeling anxious.

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Yoga and Weight Loss

Posted: Oct 02 in Gastric Band Blog by

Despite the calming aura that surrounds yoga, it’s still challenging, and it can increase flexibility and strength. It is a great activity to include in your weight loss workout regimen; however, it shouldn’t be your only exercise. Most disciplines of Yoga do not increase your heart rate enough to have an aerobic benefit. Aerobic exercise burns [...]

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Why We Eat When We Are Stressed

Posted: Sep 18 in Gastric Band Blog by

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

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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