May 24, 2021

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Start Loving Yourself Now with These 3 Life Changes

Losing weight is not a magic bullet to suddenly having a positive self-image. In fact, even though you may have lost a significant amount of weight or are somewhere along the journey to losing weight and getting healthier, you still may need help loving yourself. Self-care and self-love are imperative to maintaining weight loss and

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obesity and finding help

What is Obesity and How Do You Find Help?

Obesity is abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a serious health risk. If you have a body mass index (BMI) over 30, you are considered obese and at risk for several major health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and even some cancers. In addition to physical complications, obesity can also diminish your quality

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Breaking the Weight Loss Plateau After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool for weight loss, with patients seeing dramatic loss typically in the first six to eighteen months after the surgery. It is very rewarding to see the pounds drop. However, even if you’re doing all of the right things – staying hydrated, sticking to your exercise regimen and maximizing your

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Artificial Sweeteners for Weight Loss? Yes or No?

Eating less sugar, reducing your calorie intake and increasing daily physical activity is key to losing weight. That’s why many people swap regular soda for artificially sweetened diet soda or use Splenda or another low- or no-calorie sweetener in their morning cup of coffee. However, how effective are artificial sweeteners? There is a large debate

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