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NOW is the time – "free" food

NOW is the time – I’ve heard from so many people that it isn’t the holidays they were waiting for, but the Super Bowl party to be over. Now you are finally ready to think about your health and losing weight in the new year.
And we are here to help you!
Here are some steps you can take:
We have added a “free” food – one you can eat unlimited amounts of.

  • Shirataki rice and noodles have been added to the list of foods you can eat “freely” on our program.
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CardioMender, MD Weight Loss Specialists Aim to Get to Root of Obesity Problem

CardioMender, MD Weight Loss Specialists was recently the topic of a story in the Southwest Broward Forum.
It seems that weight loss centers are springing up on every corner. Some claim they’ve found the magic bullet supplement to cure America’s obesity epidemic, others that they are physician supervised — in some cases simply because a physician is part owner or sometimes on premises of the business.

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Things people say when dieting

The path to fitness is full of common misconceptions
Here are some common phrases said by people who are dieting:

  • “If I exercise enough, I can eat what I want.” On average, one hour of walking burns 250 calories but an ice cream sundae can have double that. I guarantee the sundae will be eaten a lot faster that it will take to burn it off on the treadmill
  • “I don’t drink soda.” Empty calories are still empty calories, whether they come from soda or other beverages such as tea or fruit juices
  • “I eat organic chips which are healthier.” Unfortunately, organic chips, cookies, etc. are still chips, cookies, etc. are no less fattening.
  • “I choose low fat or fat free snacks” Truth is they are usually processed refined carbs which make you even hungrier in no time.
  • You’ve got to live it! ™
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Diet and wellness during the holiday season

How to maintain weight loss at Holiday dinner
Well, it’s that time of year again. Some people might think that trying to lose weight at this time of the year is impossible. Thankfully, there are some common sense tips to remember:

  • Eat 3 meals a day and never skip breakfast and snack in between, because if you skip meals and then attend a holiday party, you’ll be much more likely to overdo it on calories
  • If you attend a party, go for the vegetables and chose lean meats and fish without the rich sauses; avoid anything fried even fried veggies. Fried foods and most sauces are loaded hidden calories.
  • Drink one glass of water for every one alcoholic drink
  • Take only half as much food as you think you’ll be able to eat.
  • You’ve got to live it! ™
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Weight Loss During the Holidays in South Florida

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How Are You Planning to Stay on the Weight Loss Wagon This Holiday Season?

Get the conversation started! Share your plan, tips and advice with our CardioMender, MD Weight Loss Community on Facebook!
It’s easy to fall off the weight loss wagon, and this time of year is particularly challenging.

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Why do I never lose weight when I diet?

There’s a science to weight loss and the struggle to diet
Here is the latest thinking behind the science of weight loss:

  • There’s a genetic component (in other words, there is a “fat gene”)
  • Some people just have more fat cells
  • Your metabolism can change making it harder to lose weight once you gain weight
  • Stress can cause you to crave carb-rich snack foods
  • Not enough sleep (sleep deprivation triggers a decrease in leptin which helps us feel full and an increase in ghrelin which makes us feel hungry)
  • Your spouse’s weight matters (if one spouse is obese, the other is 37% likely to become obese, too)
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