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I was commuting on my bike and riding twice a day, 6 miles each way. Nearly every other day, I was going to the gym and working out.

Then, I tore a calf muscle playing basketball. It hurt, a lot, and it sidelined me from my usual workouts for six weeks.

But, the injury did not sideline me from the dinner table or the snacks I was used to eating. I knew I should change my diet to match my level of activity, but I struggled to do so.

(Besides, beer. Enough said.)

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I went back into the gym and weighed myself, did a rough BMI calculationand decided I needed to get active rehabilitating my calf and the rest of my body.

I got married the week of my calf injury, and a couple months into our marriage, my wife was struggling with candida overgrowth that resulted in headache, body aches and fatigue.

Her nutritionist suggested she try the candida diet, and being the supportive husband I was, I decided Id go on it with her.

In two weeks, I lost 12 pounds. My weight-loss stabilized, I felt stronger and I had less of the typical afternoon fatigue I experienced most days.

Heres how it worked, and how you can do it, too:

This was the toughest part for me. Your diet is pretty much limited to veggies, lots of water and a detox drink.

You shouldnt work out really hard during this phase, but you can still continue light exercise. You should avoid caffeine and alcohol, so it means giving up coffee (at least for a little while).

The detox drink was the hardest part for me. It contains apple cider vinegar (ACV) and lemon juice, and I had a really hard time stomaching the ACV.

This stage is listed as optional on the candida diet website, but I endured it anyway.

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Toward the end of the first week, we both felt a little ill. This is a side effect of candida die-off, and it passes pretty quickly.

Perseverance paid off. I lost a good 4 pounds the first week.

This stage is more balanced than the detox stage, but it still eliminates added sugar and most starchy vegetables.

It is designed to meet basic nutritional needs while starving the candida. Even if you dont have an overgrowth of candida, its easy to see the benefits from going without added sugars and starch.

If you really are struggling with some kind of candida infection, this phase of the diet can last from a few weeks (if you follow the diet strictly and have a mild candida overgrowth) to months (if you have a more severe case or cheat often).

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From a diet side, you dont have to count calories; just avoid certain foods and add natural probiotics and antifungals.

We learned to make our own yogurt and eat a lot of asparagus, broccoli and kale. Here is a list of foods you should eat.

We avoided some things we really love, like fruits, grains and tuna. We cheated from time to time with caffeine and alcohol.

Here is a list of the things you should avoid.

By the end of 30 days, I had lost a little over 20 pounds, and my wife a little under. Id lost a couple of inches around my waist, and I felt much better.

My workouts felt easier, and my energy level was more consistent throughout the day.

We stayed on the diet for 90 days before slowly reintroducing other foods back into our diet. We still avoid glutenous grains, added sugars and most starchy vegetables.

The candida diet is a good jump start, regardless of whether you have candida overgrowth or not.

Its the best diet I have found for a quick detox and reasonably quick weight-loss that also trains you to eat better in the long term.

The candida diet also works well if you are vegan.

It is pretty easy to adapt the diet to almost any food preferences. If you want to lose weight fast and just feel better, the candida diet may be just the thing for you.

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Troy is a freelance writer, editor, and author who lives and works in Boise, Idaho. He is an avid cyclist, skier, and loves the outdoors. He lives with his son, his dog, and his fiance. His work can be found at troylambertwrites.com

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Ive struggled with weight my whole life, but in 2017, I started Weight Watchers, and its been surprisingly easy to drop pounds fast while still eating my favorite foods. (Thanks, Oprah!) See how I did it and follow along with my journey below.

Weight has always been an issue for me. Ive literally fluctuated by 50 pounds in my adult life. After losing weight for my wedding, I had an amazing honeymoon, where I was confident in a bikini and loved having my picture taken.

After my wedding in 2013, I was thrilled to stop eating salad. With no big life event approaching, I quicklygained a lot of weight. Eating at fancy NYC restaurants with my new husband was fun, but it made my jeans too tight and my self-esteem drop.

Fast forward to 2017. It was time to get my weight under control. Id tried Weight Watchers in the past, and it had worked for me. Now, they have a re-vamped point system that rewards healthy choices, rather than just counting calories.

So here is how it works you get daily and weekly SmartPoints, which are based on calories, saturated fat, sugar and protein.

You also earn FitPoints, on any activity where you move. I use the app and the online program, which I prefer rather than going to meetings. Its cost-effective, easy, fast and can be more anonymous, if that is what you want.

Weight Watchers also hooked me up with a coach. We talk for 15 minutes weekly, and she keeps me accountable and answers any questions I have about the program.

I range from a size 6 to 12, depending on the store and the article of clothing (I am much smaller on top). I get 30 SmartPoints daily, and 35 additional points every week. You can use your weekly points at your discretion, averaging about 5 more per day, or in one sitting, which I did on my husbands birthday (mac and cheese + cake + wine).

In 9 weeks, I lost 7 out of 9 weeks. The weeks I did gain, it was 1 pound or less, and after a big loss the week before (like one week, which was a loss of 3.8 pounds!). On the program, they encourage you to lose one to two pounds a week, which is a healthy rate and very sustainable.

From January 20 to March 22, I lost 10.7 pounds.

With Weight Watchers, its all about balance. So, most fruits and vegetables are ZERO points, because they encourage healthy eating and great habits.

Lean meats like turkey and chicken have 2 to 4 points per 3 oz serving, while a lean steak has 5 points for 3 ounces. (Its also important to watch portions).

My nights are usually filled with beauty events,hor doeuvres,cocktails or take out. I try to save my points for later in the day. So typically I have a greek yogurt for breakfast (Siggis has 3 points) and maybe an apple or banana (0 points). Lunch is usually a salad with grilled chicken, tons of veggies, egg whites and balsamic vinaigrette. The salad is usually about 5 points. If Im craving chips, I reach for SkinnyPop, which has 3 points.

Other great snacks are a green apple drizzled with PB2 (dehydrated peanuts you mix with water, only 1 point), or red bell peppers dipped intoChobani Meze Dip, Roasted Red Pepper, which is only 1 point.

That saves me 17 points for dinner and dessert! I made lasagna from the Weight Watchers recipe site the other night. It was 10 points, but it was beef, white noodles, and super hearty and filling. I also love to save for WINE. A glass is 4 points. I find if I am mindful during the day, I always have points left for wine in case I get invited to an unexpected happy hour.

3 points left mean dessert is a chocolate chip cookie. Again, its all about portion control and enjoying your food. So my day did have a salad, but it also had pasta, red wine, and a cookie. Not bad, right?

The other thing I love is that you can trade in FitPoints. So an intense SoulCycle class can earn you 13 points, which could mean a nice dinner out with no regrets.

Ill keep you posted on my journey, as I still have weight to lose.

HollywoodLifers, let me know, would you try Weight Watchers?

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12 Fat-Burning Moves That Will Help You Lose Weight Women's Health The dozen moves below work perfectly for ramping up your calorie-burning ablilities because you can use the same amount of resistance for each one, helping you quickly transition to the next exercise and keep your heart rate (and cal-torching potential ...

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One of the biggest challenges of losing weight is actually keeping it off especially if you're constantly surrounded by temptation, in the form of an endless supply of cupcakes. These aren't just any cupcakes, either. These sweets are so addictive that people plan road trips and gladly spend half an hour in line, just to try them. That's the reality for Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne and Katherine Kallinis Berman, the sisters behind Georgetown Cupcake.

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And yet, two years after dropping a combined 100 pounds, they're still at their ideal weight. Without giving up the treats that made them famous. We spoke to the DC Cupcakes stars to find out what they've been doing and why Coach Taylor has played a huge role in their success.

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Initially, the sisters lost weight by eating smaller portions and walking six miles a day, five days a week. It helped them get results quickly (100 pounds in 9 months!), but once they hit their goal weight, the duo scaled back. They're still eating more balanced meals "no eating late at night, or excessive snacking," Katherine said but they now walk three miles at a time, and only once or twice a week.

"We're not gym people. We've joined a gym and spent six months trying to cancel our membership, so we needed to do something we could stick with," Sophie explained. "You can get in three miles in an hour; that's like watching two of your favorite shows on a treadmill."

Often, the two get together and walk while they binge-watch their favorite shows, like House of Cards, Big Little Lies, and classics like Friday Night Lights.

"Friday Night Lights came out in 2007 or 2008, so I completely missed the whole series because I was so engrossed in launching our business," Katherine said. "I'm a huge fan of Kyle Chandler [AKA Coach Taylor], so I watched it, got hooked, and got Sophie hooked too. We'd watch and wouldn't want to stop walking!"

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It's become common health advice to throw out your scale, but Katherine and Sophie keep theirs front and center, weighing themselves daily. "There's no better tool to hold you accountable," Sophie said. "It's like looking at your credit card statement to check your spending; weighing yourself keeps you in check, so the weight doesn't creep up on you."

She speaks from personal experience: "I had gone too long without weighing myself, and one day, I stepped on the scale and realized I gained 40 pounds," said Sophie. "I literally had a freakout attack, like, 'How did this happen?!'"

It was the catalyst that got her to change her lifestyle completely.

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Since the moment This Is Us premiered (to wide acclaim and lots of love from its quickly-passionate fanbase), Kate Pearson and her portrayer Chrissy Metz have become much-lauded figures in the body positivity and plus-size communities.

Kate's struggle to lose weight (and the story of her finding love with Toby, who is also overweight) was a major arc for her throughout the show's first season. With the finale came the indication that viewers will be seeing Kate move beyond her weight loss journey but Metz is speaking out about how she wants season 2 to tackle weight loss and new storylines.

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It's smart for the show to expand Kate's storylines beyond her weight loss, but it's equally important for them to not toss that plot completely to the wayside especially since it means so much to so many women. The new season, Metz told Glamour at Paleyfest, will see Kate juggling a new opportunity while attempting to take charge of her health. "How do I lose weight and put myself first and balance everything while I'm pursuing my heart's desires? I can't wait to see that play out because I know it's going to be interesting," the actress revealed.

But, despite the fact that Kate had a major breakthrough at "fat camp" in the second half of the season, Metz isn't interested in seeing Kate's weight loss struggles wrapped up into a neat and tidy bow. While Metz previously revealed that she is contractually obligated to lose weight as Kate does (meaning that Kate will, in fact, lose weight), Metz thinks it would be more truthful to have Kate really deal with the emotional trauma tied into her overeating before her weight loss journey falls into place.

"The physical aspect [of weight loss] with the mental and emotional have to come together, but she has to get over all of the things that she's been really stuffing truly stuffing for the past 36 years," Metz explained. "I kind of don't want her to figure it out right away."

In the meantime, hopefully, Metz will get the This Is Us fat person sex scene she's been championing.

(h/t Glamour)

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The gym is the ultimate frenemy. You love it for that unbeatable post-gym high that boasts swollen muscles, an energized body, and a self-satisfied feeling. You hate it for the sheer effort it takes and the pain it brings, not to mention the guilt that follows if you get off track. A skipped workout leaves you remorseful, promising yourself that tomorrow will be different. Skip a week and the excuses begin to flow. Skip a month and you may feel like youve consumed so many blocks of Velveeta cheese and sunk so low in the couch cushions that youve reached the point of no return.Theres hope for those of you riddled with guilt. The gym is a great tool to stay fit and lose weight, but its not the only way. Here are five non-gym techniques that will help you shed pounds.

Appetite and thirst are regulated through the same part of the brain, leading you to think youre hungry when you really need a glass of water. Beat the confusion by drinking a glass of water and waiting 15 to 20 minutes to see if your hunger vanishes.

Not only is water the cure for unnecessary snacking but a study found that drinking 16 ounces of water before every meal assists in weight loss. Water fills your stomach making you feel full faster. Bonus benefits include clearer skin, improved digestion, and liver support, allowing your bodyto better metabolize fat.

As a general rule of thumb, weight loss is based on 75% diet and 25% exercise. Skipping the gym is less impactful than a fast food binge, so rather than tormenting yourself over a skipped workout, focus on eating less and eating healthy. You cant out-exercise a bad diet, saysShawn M. Talbott, Ph.D., a nutritional biochemist and former director of the University of Utah Nutrition Clinic.

[M]ore than 700 weight loss studies found that people see the biggest short-term results when they eat smart.On average, people who dieted without exercising for 15 weeks lost 23 pounds; the exercisers lost only six over about 21 weeks. Its much easier to cut calories than to burn them off. According to Dr. Talbott, you should eat 10 calories per pound of body weight for a healthy diet that retains muscle and keeps your metabolism up.

You may have it in your head that unless youre immersed in your carefully chosen, fail-proof gym routine, you cant get fit. This misconception needs to be ditched. Studies have found that your body naturally finds the most efficient way to move, so when you do the same exercises week after week your body wont work as hard. The more varied your exercise routine, the better your body will respond and the faster the weight will drop off.

So join a rec soccer team, do some yoga, or go for a hike.The more you keep your body guessing, the better results youll see. Skipping the gym also allows you to get outside. Not only do studies claim people have more rigorous and longer workouts when theyre outside, but being in nature has positive psychological effects including increased self-esteem and lowered depression and fatigue.

While it may seem imperative that you watch one more episode of Game of Thrones or wake up early for a long run after a late night, it turns out that a lack of sleep directly leads to weight gain. Michael Breus, Ph.D., author of The Sleep Doctors Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep, says that just 30 minutes of sleep loss could make you more likely to gain weight.

Less sleep means high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which increases your appetite. In a study by theAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition, sleep-deprived participants ate an average of 300 more calories per day. Breus reiterates,Sleep is probably the most important thing a person can do if theyre ready to start a diet and lose weight.

The gym offers equipment that isolates a single muscle group (like biceps) and builds strength in that area, but weight resistance training (think push-ups, planks, and lunges) builds several muscle groups at once, which work together to create functional strength and power.

Using your body weight to build strength and do higher reps allows you to get leaner faster. Plus, you can perform bodyweight exercises anywhere and anytime, preventing the need for a hefty gym membership.

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Teenage or adolescence is a crucial phase of our life. It is at this age that several hormonal changes take place within our body. It is also the growth phase and hence, special attention is required for the overall fitness of the body and mind. Unfortunately, lack of physical activity and consuming excessive junk food has pushed numerous teenagers into the obesity whirlpool. Being overweight affects their self-confidence and they often take to skipping meals or following fad diets to the point of starvation to attain their desired weight. But the results are usually not as good as expected and many teenagers end up with eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, which deprives their bodies of vital nutrients.

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Skipping meals is actually counter-productive when it comes to losing weight. In fact, you should eat frequent small portions every 3 to 4 hours in a day. You should try and consume at least five meals a day. Eating several small portions will also keep your blood sugar level steady. Most people have this misconception that skipping breakfast is a great way to cut calories. But the fact is, when you skip breakfast, you experience hunger pangs and end up binging during lunch. Certain studies have also observed that people who eat breakfast tend to have lower BMIs.

Drinking fluids does not mean you have to gorge on aerated drinks, sodas and processed juices as they load your body with calories. Water is the best liquid that not only hydrates your body but also removes toxins from your system. It is advisable to drink at least 3 liters of water in a day. Other fluids you can consume include unsweetened fruits juices diluted with water and low fat milk. Green tea is also a great option to lose weight. Fruit and vegetable juices are devoid of fiber, so eating whole fruits and vegetables is a better option.

Teenagers are often habituated to chewing gum. It does help in burning calories but is not good for your stomach. Chewing causes you to swallow more puff-producing air instead of food. You can try sucking a mint instead of chewing gum. Besides keeping hunger at bay, a mint will also give you fresh breath.

Late night snacking is certainly not conducive to weight loss. So it is advisable to finish your dinner by 8 p.m. You can indulge in a cup of tea or frozen yoghurt if you need something sweet after dinner. But late night munching should be avoided as much as possible as whatever you eat gets stored in the body as fat. Brush your teeth after dinner to ensure that you do not indulge in snacking between 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Most of us love to snack on chips, French fries, cakes, sausages, biscuits, pies and candies. However delicious they may be, they are high in unhealthy saturated fats and sugars that can lead to weight gain. These food items also lead to high cholesterol. To become fit, these should be replaced with healthier options like fruits and vegetables. Now these might not look like an attractive alternative but these can be made interesting. You can have them with peanut butter or hummus. You can also munch on a handful of unsalted nuts or popcorn without added salt or butter. Greek yoghurt also helps boost your metabolism and can be eaten topped with honey and berries.

Fad diets are a big no; especially if you wish to lose weight on a long term basis. Numerous fad diets promise quick weight loss and they do yield results. But these results are short lived and are often accompanied by nutritional deficiencies and health risks. As a teenager, you require adequate supply of all vital nutrients to fulfill your bodys growth requirements. Fad diets are nutritionally unbalanced and so the weight lost in the course of diet is likely to be regained after the diet is over. So it is important to choose your diet plan carefully to incorporate a healthy balanced diet with more physical activity.

Several low carb diets are gaining prominence these days. But they can prove to be unhealthy as they often eliminate whole food groups, thus depriving you of the nutrients from those food groups. These diets are often high in saturated unhealthy fats that can cause high cholesterol and increase the risk of heart disease. Some other diets eliminate dairy foods like milk, yoghurt and cheese. These food items are a good source of calcium which is vital for healthy bones and their proper growth. So think hard before you decide to get on a diet.

To be able to lose weight successfully, you need to make exercising a part of your daily routine. Physical activity is important for the fitness of both body and mind. You can lift weights, swim or run on a treadmill. You can perform simple exercises like squats, dips and crunches at home. Even dancing is a great exercise that works on all your body muscles. Ensure to exercise at least 3 to 4 days in a week rather than being a couch potato.

Walking is also a great way to burn calories. An average person can burn 6 calories by walking for a minute. Begin by walking one mile a day and remember to walk at a brisk pace. Slow down if you find yourself out of breath and increase the distance to be covered gradually. Use the stairs instead of lift. According to certain studies, walking for 15 minutes in a day can increase your life expectancy by 3 years. This is one of the easy ways to lose weight for teenagers!

As stated earlier, you need not starve yourself to lose weight. All you need to do is follow a balanced diet incorporating the following food items:

Foods that are high in fiber can keep you full for longer, thus keeping hunger at bay and minimizing calorie consumption. Sources of fiber include whole breads, whole grain cereals and fruits and vegetables.

Calcium is vital for proper bone development and bone density. Teenagers require the greatest amounts of calcium of approximately 1200 mg a day. So it is advisable to replace your soft drinks with milk. Since milk contains fortified vitamin D, it also helps in strengthening the bones. Other sources of calcium include yoghurt, hard cheese and low fat cottage cheese.

Iron is an important mineral as it facilitates the delivery of oxygen to the tissues and develops the brain and immune function. Iron also provides the body adequate energy to function. The daily requirement of iron is 12 mg and 15 mg for teenage boys and girls respectively. Sources of iron include beef, pork, poultry, eggs and oysters. Vegetarian sources include spinach, asparagus, green peas, beans and nuts as well as fortified cereals, pasta and rice.

Fruits and vegetables are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals needed by a growing teen body. So it is advisable to consume five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. These can be easily taken in the form of baked or steamed veggies, fruit juices and smoothies. You can also try fresh, frozen or dried fruits as optional snacks.

As stated earlier, water is the best fluid; so ensure to drink the recommended 6 to 8 glasses of water in a day so that you dont feel dehydrated. You can include other fluids like unsweetened fruit juices and milk.

Hope this post on how to lose weight fast at home for teenagers helps you!

It is very easy to fall into the trap of self hate when you lack self confidence, when the world uses cruel terms to address you, when all you want to do is lose a few kilos and when you are just a teenager without the life experience to know better. But you are worth so much! Dont spoil your health with bad eating habits. Follow these steps and you will see a different you soon.

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Concern about fitting into their gown drives many brides to crash diet in an effort to lose weight.

In addition, brides-to-be and grooms-to-be want to look their best on their wedding day, and many express concern about their weight in the weeks and months leading up to the wedding. Losing weight is a goal for many engaged couples, but it's important that couples who want to shed a few extra pounds don't sacrifice safety for the sake of slimming down.

According to a Cornell University study of 273 women with a wedding day approaching, 70 percent wanted to lose more than 20 pounds before the wedding. However, reality indicates that a weight loss of 5 to 10 pounds is more attainable more so if the weight loss regimen is spread out over several weeks.

The term "brideorexia" has entered the vernacular, and it is associated with brides who are taking extreme measures to lose weight. Taking laxatives, engaging in fluid-only diets and even using tobacco or drugs as appetite suppressants are just some of the measures brides have taken to shed weight before their wedding day.

There is no magic formula to shed pounds, but there are certain ways to jump-start and maintain the process of healthy weight loss that can help you look slimmer and healthy for the big day.

* Eat. Although initial calorie curbing can help shed weight, eventually your body may adapt to your new eating habits or go into "survival mode," which means conserving fat reserves. Researchers at Penn State University found that fasting signals to the body that it is being starved, triggering a lower metabolic rate. Brides-to-be should never cut out food entirely. Eating anything less than 1,200 calories a day will encourage the body to try to conserve energy by lowering its metabolism. Severe calorie restriction is not an effective way to lose weight.

* Step up your exercise regimen. Reducing food intake alone will not help you lose weight quickly. For that you must burn more calories than you consume. Adding more cardiovascular activity to your routine can help burn calories more efficiently. According to a clinical study from researchers at Italy's University of Padua published in the 2011 International Journal of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, eating a light meal before exercising helps you burn more fat and keeps your body burning fat even 24 hours after the exercise.

* Reduce sodium intake. Sodium doesn't necessarily lead to weight gain, but it can make it appear so. Sodium contributes to water retention, which may make you appear heavier or bloated. Cut back on foods that are high in sodium, especially as the wedding nears, to reduce water retention.

* Identify sources of empty calories. Fruit juices, soda and other beverages are often the culprits in cases of unnecessary calorie consumption. Choose your beverages wisely and limit them to water, tea and unsweetened drinks. If you want to drink fruit juice, consider diluting it. In addition, most alcoholic beverages have 100 calories or more. While it may be tempting to celebrate with wine, champagne and mixed drinks during your engagement period, your waistline may ultimately pay the price for such indulgences.

* Hire a good photographer. It is said that a camera adds 10 pounds, a reason many couples panic about their wedding day. A photo is a two-dimensional image of a 3-D object. The photo reduces depth perception and flattens an image, which may make some items look like they have more bulk. A professional photographer will know how to manipulate lighting and camera angles for more flattering shots.

* Eat smaller portions. Often its not a matter of what you are eating but how much. Most portion sizes served in restaurants or even at home are double or triple the amount you should be eating. When in doubt, cut portions in half.

* Fill up on fiber or protein. Instead of resorting to pills to suppress an appetite, eat foods that will fill you up naturally. High-fiber foods will bulk up in the stomach and keep you feeling satiated longer. The same can be said for lean proteins, which take longer to digest, thus fending off hunger pangs.

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Medi-Weightloss of Woodstock will host its grand opening with Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce officials on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, free body composition analysis, a smoothie bar, hors doeuvres and music.

The Woodstock location that opened Jan. 21 is one of 99 locations nationwide spanning 25 states and offering help to residents wanting to reach their goal weight and transition to a healthier lifestyle.

Established in 2005, Medi-Weightloss offers a physician-supervised weight loss program known as The One That Works!

Physicians and medical professionals provide individualized care based on each patients goals, health status, and medical history, according to a news release.

The program includes weekly consultations that focus on nutrition, lifestyle and exercise. Education is provided on how to lose weight in the real world using real food without prepackaged meals. Patients learn how to keep weight off through a specialized Wellness Phase.

In addition to weight loss programs for adults resulting in over three million pounds lost, Medi-Weightloss offers specialized weight loss programs for adolescents and diabetics.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, over two-thirds of Americans are obese or overweight and Georgia now has the 19th highest adult obesity rate in the nation, the release said.

Georgias adult obesity rate is currently 30.7 percent, up from 20.6 percent in 2000 and from 10.1 percent in 1990. One group fighting this epidemic is Medi-Weightloss Clinics, said Medi-Weightloss of Woodstock owner Arthur Tsiropoulos.

In Georgia, 30 percent of the population is obese, he said. As an Atlanta native, I find the statistics shocking. We are struggling with spikes in diabetes, heart disease and depression. I want to do something about it.

Obesity continues to be a huge health concern that can lead to even more health problems Tsiropoulos said, including high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, stroke, heart disease, gallbladder disease, osteoarthritis and certain types of cancer.

Medi-Weightloss medical director Dr. Sejal Shah said it is critical to get a good nights sleep.

Sleep deprivation makes you hungry, said Shah. Leptin is the chemical that tells your brain when youre full, when it should burn calories and when it should create energy for your body to use. When you dont get enough sleep, you end up with too little leptin in your body. The decrease in leptin brought on by sleep deprivation can result in a constant feeling of hunger and a general slow-down of your metabolism.

To help those who are struggling to lose weight, Tsiropoulos offered some advice.

Stop looking for a quick fix, he said. Many people think the best way to lose weight is to get the weight off as quickly as possible, when in fact it takes time. To keep the pounds off it is important to make long-term changes that will stick.

Identify your deterrents, said Tsiropoulos.

It is important to recognize emotional triggers as many can lead to overeating. Common triggers include stress, fatigue and relationship problems, he said. Treat yourself. Every milestone you cross, reward yourself with a new fitness accessory.

Medi-Weightloss of Woodstock offers patients a comprehensive wellness program and premier services, including medical weight loss program customized to each patient, weekly vitamin injections providing energy and metabolize stored fat, appetite suppressants if medically appropriate one-on-one counseling, lifestyle modification training and nutrition education weekly menus, recipes, specialty smoothies and prepared foods easy-to-follow exercise plans and the final wellness phase teaches patients to keep weight off for life.

The Medi-Weightloss grand opening in Woodstock will take place from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at The Centre at Woodstock, 12195 Highway 92 at Trickum Road. For more information, contact Lucy Flinn at 404-402-0992 or email lflinn@mediweightlossclinics.com.

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For years, whenever Vik Kapoor spoke before a crowd, his stomach swirled with anxiety, his heart raced and he concluded each lecture drenched in sweat.

My fear of public speaking affected my self-confidence, which is why I made it my New Years resolution to tackle this problem, says Kapoor, a life coach and adjunct professor at Howard Universitys law school. Initially, I tried to lessen my fear by looking for simple solutions. I vowed to wear black whenever I spoke in public to hide the sweat stains, and I scheduled a doctors appointment to see if a health issue was causing my anxiety. I also decided to become my own cheerleader by giving myself mini pep talks before each of my lectures.

After coming up with these solutions, Kapoor felt better. But the next time he spoke in public, his planning failed. As soon as I began my talk, my stomach churned and I started sweating. My mind went blank.

Kapoor became so frustrated that he discarded his resolution.

Kapoor didnt know it at the time, but he now realizes he was suffering from false-hope syndrome, a tendency to have unrealistic beliefs about what is required to change behavior.

University of Toronto professors Janet Polivy and C. Peter Herman coined the term in 2000 based on their research showing that people frequently underestimate the work needed to meet self-improvement goals. When hope meets reality, the commitment to change often collapses.

Several other social scientists believe that false-hope syndrome helps explain why people struggle to lose weight, quit smoking and exercise regularly.

About 25 percent of Americans who make New Years resolutions abandon them within a week, according to the statistics website StatisticsBrain.com, whether its to begin the Paleo diet, sign up for a daily yoga challenge or start a meditation practice. By February, most people have given up on their resolutions altogether.

Sasha Albani, a psychotherapist and marriage and family therapist in San Francisco, says the key to sticking with a resolution is to make sure that it aligns with ones personal values.

We are more likely to follow through on our goals when we make value-led decisions. For example, if we value the physical and mental health benefits of exercise, were more likely to succeed at beginning a new exercise program, Albani says.

She says that our goals are harder to accomplish when our values clash. For example, lets say that you want to stop drinking coffee and soda, but you really value how alert caffeine makes you feel. In this case, its going to be more difficult to change your behavior.

A theory of behavior change known as acceptance and commitment therapy, or ACT, may help some people stick with resolutions.

According to the American Psychological Association, ACT therapy may work particularly well when we want to change a bad habit but we are unclear about the barriers that could get in our way.

This psychological intervention can help increase cognitive flexibility by showing people how to identify their values and the steps that they need to take to change their behavior.

ACT therapy breaks down goal-setting into three steps by using the guiding principles of values, commitment and willingness to change, says Daniela Tempesta, a psychotherapist and life coach in San Francisco.

According to Tempesta, these are the psychological components that are necessary for achieving your new goals.

After several years of failing to keep his resolutions, Kapoor contacted an ACT psychotherapist. He quickly learned that while he valued speaking confidently, he didnt value himself. When he had tried to give himself mini pep talks, he spoke to himself unkindly.

Id tell myself, Anyone can do this, its easy, just pull it together. I realized that this was negative self-talk and not a pep talk at all, Kapoor says.

With the help of his therapist, he learned how to apply ACT in a way that set him up for success.

I realized that my fear of public speaking stemmed from a deep worry about not trusting myself. My anxiety was my bodys way of propelling into the fight-or-flight response. Once I identified this insight, I had to examine why I didnt feel confident about my abilities, Kapoor says.

For those who make resolutions, Tempesta suggests looking at the changes to be made and thinking about how they can be achieved. She recommends these ACT principles:

Examine barriers: If youre vowing yet again to run a marathon or lose weight, ask yourself what stood in your way before. What will you do differently this time that might make success more likely? For example, if you began training for a marathon by running in the morning even though youre really not a morning person, you might choose to train at a different time of day.

Clarify values: While resolutions often reflect someones values, they can compete with other values. For example, if you want to lose weight but eating is one way that you cope with stress, you may want to see whether there are other methods that will help you control stress. You might decide to adopt a pet or begin a weekly yoga class. Tempesta says that if you find a way to align your values (managing stress and eating healthier), youre more likely to reach your goals.

Accept emotions: Once you have clarified your values, ask yourself what feelings might arise as you work toward your goal. For example, if you give up caffeine because it can make you anxious, will you then feel irritable, tired or depressed? Personal reflection can help you consider mechanisms for coping with these feelings.

Take action: Commit to making behavior changes based on your values. For example, if you value eating healthier but your colleagues often invite you out to lunch, think about how you will avoid ordering french fries instead of salad. You might take control by suggesting a restaurant with healthy offerings where you wont be tempted to eat your favorite carbs.

If you stumble along the way, dont give up, Tempesta says. Simply notice the thoughts and feelings that block your path and begin again. Remember that if you falter on your resolutions, you dont need to wait until Jan. 1 comes around again to harness new hope.

Fraga is a psychologist based in San Francisco. She is not an ACT therapist.

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