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Hydration after Bariatric Surgery

Your bariatric surgeon in Jacksonville will guide you in what you should and should not eat after weight loss surgery, but it’s also important to pay close attention to what you drink. Because our bodies are composed of 60 percent water, we all need to make hydration a focus, especially when your new exercise routine[...]
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Love Your Diet after Weight Loss Surgery

Healthy eating is an inescapable element of any weight loss program, but many people find the dietary restrictions after weight loss surgery difficult to adjust to. It can be hard to appreciate a diet for the healthy attributes it offers instead of lamenting the unhealthy treats it takes away. Talk to anyone who has just[...]
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Sugar: America’s Public Enemy No. 1

As increased attention is being paid to reducing the spread of obesity in our society, more experts and policymakers have been shining the spotlight directly on sugar, one of the major culprits of American weight gain. Disney has announced that it will no longer market junk food to kids on TV or radio by 2015.[...]
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Sleep Deprivation May Cause Junk Food Cravings

Before bariatric surgery, did you ever catch yourself reaching for an unhealthy snack when you were overly tired or even just a little groggy? Turns out, your actions may not be entirely your fault as new research suggests that sleep-related hunger and food cravings are fueled by not only your belly but your brain, too.
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Is Sugar Toxic?

There is a lot of talk right now about the impact of sugar on our health. While sugar has previously been recognized as a high-calorie sweetener that can lead to serious health concerns such as obesity and type-2 diabetes, new research has linked sugar to a plethora of other health conditions as well. This is[...]
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Addictive Qualities of Food

There is new evidence suggesting that obesity may be the side effect of an addiction. Anyone who has attempted to lose weight has experienced cravings for non-diet foods such as pizza, pasta, ice cream, and candy. While these foods may seem innocent, over consumption of these high carbohydrate and sugary foods could be affecting our[...]
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The Importance of Protein

Protein is a fundamental source of a healthy diet, and a healthy body. In order to burn more fat on a daily basis, it is important to build muscle mass. Protein has amino acids, and this helps it to build your muscles so that your metabolism is working faster when you are at rest—which helps[...]
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Recipe Tips for a High Fiber Diet

When trying to lose weight through medical weight loss programs in Jacksonville, it is important to find nutritious foods that are good for your health and your waist line. Fiber is an example of this type of food. Foods that are high in fiber boast a variety of health benefits, including lowered bad cholesterol levels[...]
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