Apps, food and restaurant databases, personal activity tracking tools (like Fitbit accelometers and inexpensive pedometers) provide current and objective info to help you make wise decisions. Some options are free, while others charge a fee. Look at the pros and cons of each as they relate to you, then make your decision.
Be in control. Develop skills.
Menu planning, grocery shopping, learning to interpret package labels, cooking and eating-on-the go strategies will let you know exactly what is in that meal and how it fits within your plan. Recognize and address your road blocks.
There is strength in numbers.
Develop a social support structure. This can be a family member, friend, or an in-person or online community support group as is offered by Weight Watchers.
Author:
Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Yepuri is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and a Member of the Board of Directors of Digestive Health Associates of Texas (DHAT). He also holds several senior leadership positions in organized medicine, healthcare accreditation organizations, hospitals and other healthcare industry organizations.
Dr. Yepuri could be contacted via info@riduzone.com