{"id":2345,"date":"2021-06-15T14:17:43","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T14:17:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/?page_id=2345"},"modified":"2021-10-13T07:27:20","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T07:27:20","slug":"obesity-medicine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/obesity-medicine\/","title":{"rendered":"Obesity Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling PC2-single-serv-sec1\" style=\"--awb-background-position:center bottom;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:45px;--awb-background-color:#eeeeee;--awb-background-image:linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(0,0,0,0.55) 0%,rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%),url(https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/SERVICE-PAGE_Obesity-1920x400_.jpg);;--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1200px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_4_5 4_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-animated hero-service\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:80%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:13px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\" data-animationType=\"zoomIn\" data-animationDuration=\"0.9\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 class=\"h1-60\" style=\"text-align: center;color: #fff;margin-bottom: 0\">Medically Supervised Weight Management in Miami, Florida<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-section-separator section-separator big-half-circle fusion-section-separator-1\" style=\"--awb-spacer-height:99px;--awb-svg-margin-left:0px;--awb-svg-margin-right:0px;--awb-svg-margin-left-medium:0px;--awb-svg-margin-right-medium:0px;--awb-svg-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-svg-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-divider-height:99px;--awb-spacer-padding-top:inherit;--awb-sep-padding:0;--awb-svg-padding:0;\"><div class=\"fusion-section-separator-svg\"><svg class=\"fusion-big-half-circle-candy\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\" fill=\"rgba(255,255,255,1)\"><path d=\"M0 100 C40 0 60 0 100 100 Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"fusion-section-separator-spacer\"><div class=\"fusion-section-separator-spacer-height\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Merino Medical &amp; Wellness offers a range of options for individuals who wish to improve their health and wellbeing through medically supervised weight management. Pamela Merino, MD, Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine, leads our program. We have nutritionists on staff to provide you with ongoing support.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-large-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:15px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:15px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element md-text-align-center\" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"607\" height=\"493\" title=\"Office 3\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/Office-3.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/Office-3-200x162.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/Office-3-400x325.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/Office-3-600x487.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/09\/Office-3.jpg 607w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 607px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-background-color:#f6f8fb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-first list-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:70px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:40px;--awb-padding-left:10%;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;width:66.6666666667%;width:calc(66.6666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.666666666667 ) );margin-right: 4%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h3 style=\"color: #3c3f47;margin-bottom: 0;font-weight: 600\">Obesity Medicine<\/h3>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-clearfix\" style=\"float:left;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:30px;width:100%;max-width:8%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#019ddc;border-color:#019ddc;border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>MEDICALLY SUPERVISED WEIGHT MANAGEMENT \u2013 WEIGHT LOSS\/DETOX<\/p>\n<p>Merino Medical &amp; Wellness offers a range of options for individuals who wish to improve their health and wellbeing through medically supervised weight management. Pamela Merino, MD, Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine, leads our program. We have nutritionists on staff to provide you with ongoing support.<\/p>\n<p>At Merino Medical &amp; Wellness, all our weight loss programs have a solid foundation in medicine and begin with a complimentary consultation and Body Composition Test (BIA). The BIA test utilizes state-of-the-art technology to assess your \u201cbody composition\u201d-the measurement of body fat in relation to lean body mass, which is an integral part of a health and nutrition assessment. We\u2019ll monitor and track your weight loss progress until you reach your ideal weight.<\/p>\n<p>Our expert staff is trained to provide individualized attention and accommodate your personal preferences in a caring environment and has been facilitating our patients\u2019 weight loss and helping them to keep it off, for more than 20 years. We have designed our programs to help you and support you step by step, to your goal weight, transitioning you into the Maintenance Program to keep you on track towards optimal health.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are trying to make a significant change or just shed a few pounds, we will design a medically supervised program tailored to your particular needs. Let us help you set realistic goals for weight loss success.<\/p>\n<p>We will show you ways to avoid roadblocks along the way and how to deal with them when they do appear (like your favorite aunt\u2019s apple pie).<\/p>\n<p>We offer weight management tools, ranging from FDA-approved Natural Supplements with minimum supervision for patients who would like to drop a few pounds, to weekly visits under clinical care for those patients seeking to lose 10 pounds or more.<\/p>\n<p>Take the first step towards a healthier, happier life. To learn more about our Weight Loss\/Detox Programs <a href=\"https:\/\/integrityhealthspamiami.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a>, or call us today at <a href=\"tel:+13056631266\">305-663-1266<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-last fusion-no-small-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility\" style=\"--awb-bg-image:url(&#039;https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/08\/SERVICE-PAGE_Obesity-medicineside-image-610x665-1.jpg&#039;);--awb-bg-position:center center;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;width:33.3333333333%;width:calc(33.3333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.333333333333 ) );\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy fusion-empty-column-bg-image fusion-column-has-bg-image\" data-bg-url=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/merinomedicalwellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/205\/2021\/08\/SERVICE-PAGE_Obesity-medicineside-image-610x665-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"fusion-empty-dims-img-placeholder fusion-no-large-visibility\" aria-label=\"SERVICE PAGE_Obesity medicine(side image) &#8211; 610&#215;665\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27610%27%20height%3D%27665%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20610%20665%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27610%27%20height%3D%27665%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\"><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:5%;--awb-padding-bottom:5%;--awb-background-color:#d6d6d6;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:15px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:15px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:30px;\"><h3 style=\"color: #3c3f47;margin-bottom: 0;font-weight: 600\">FAQ\u2019s regarding Weight Loss<\/h3>\n<\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:18px;--awb-content-font-size:18px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#8b8c97;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:#5e6276;--awb-divider-hover-color:#5e6276;--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#000000;--awb-content-color:#3c3f47;--awb-icon-box-color:#5f616f;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#852065;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:20px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:regular;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-2345-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-fbe3fdf058b7e4684 fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_fbe3fdf058b7e4684\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fbe3fdf058b7e4684\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#fbe3fdf058b7e4684\" href=\"#fbe3fdf058b7e4684\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Are you trying to lose weight?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"fbe3fdf058b7e4684\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_fbe3fdf058b7e4684\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>By now you may know that starting a diet is easy but staying on one, not so much. We can help you get started and keep steadfast in reaching a healthy weight. And here\u2019s why it\u2019s so important:<\/p>\n<p>Obesity can lead to conditions like coronary artery disease, hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea, arthritis, and many others including cancer. Obesity plays a role in comorbidities in more than 50% of the general population and is a leading cause of disease and death in the United States. On the positive side, losing weight is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of heart problems and other conditions. Take your first step the path to safe and effective weight loss. Call us today at 305-663-1268!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-718e62c9d7a82f5b9 fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_718e62c9d7a82f5b9\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"718e62c9d7a82f5b9\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#718e62c9d7a82f5b9\" href=\"#718e62c9d7a82f5b9\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What is a Weight Loss Center?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"718e62c9d7a82f5b9\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_718e62c9d7a82f5b9\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A weight loss center provides you with the knowledge and support to develop a healthy lifestyle, lose the excess weight, and keep it off. Our program focuses on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical Support<\/li>\n<li>Nutritional Education and Guidance<\/li>\n<li>Physical Activity<\/li>\n<li>Behavior Modification Skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let us help you set realistic goals for weight loss success. We\u2019ll show you ways to avoid roadblocks along the way and how to deal with them when they do appear (like your favorite aunt\u2019s apple pie).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-881e112d2f90a57df fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_881e112d2f90a57df\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"881e112d2f90a57df\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#881e112d2f90a57df\" href=\"#881e112d2f90a57df\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can I join your weight management program if I have other medical issues? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"881e112d2f90a57df\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_881e112d2f90a57df\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>We\u2019ve designed our program with close medical supervision for your safety. We see improvement in most medical conditions with losing weight and make adjustments or take away some of your regular medications as you progress.<\/p>\n<p>Together, we have lost over 6000 pounds and reversed diabetes and pre-diabetes for hundreds of patients. We want to help you eliminate medications for your regimen and get you to optimum levels of wellness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-7fadd294f3acfa90b fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_7fadd294f3acfa90b\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"7fadd294f3acfa90b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#7fadd294f3acfa90b\" href=\"#7fadd294f3acfa90b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How do I know if I have a thyroid disorder?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"7fadd294f3acfa90b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_7fadd294f3acfa90b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>While there are symptoms that may point to a disorder of the thyroid gland, which could affect your weight, the best and most accurate way to know for sure is by having a thorough medical checkup. When you have your annual wellness exam, express your concerns about your thyroid to your healthcare provider. In most cases, your doctor will include your thyroid levels in your blood tests.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-80e9d1fcdf177e05c fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_80e9d1fcdf177e05c\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"80e9d1fcdf177e05c\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#80e9d1fcdf177e05c\" href=\"#80e9d1fcdf177e05c\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How can I get started losing weight?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"80e9d1fcdf177e05c\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_80e9d1fcdf177e05c\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Prepare yourself by setting goals. Think ahead to possible roadblocks along the way and how to deal with them. Plan a visit and talk to Dr. Merino about creating an eating plan that\u2019s right for you. Remember, it\u2019s never wise to follow fad diets, go without eating, or to try to lose weight too fast.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-7772093736220fee7 fusion-toggle-no-divider\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_7772093736220fee7\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"7772093736220fee7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#7772093736220fee7\" href=\"#7772093736220fee7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What changes should I make in my eating habits?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"7772093736220fee7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_7772093736220fee7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Think about where you eat. It may be helpful to pick a specific room in the house and not eat anywhere else. When eating out, try to select restaurants that feature low- calorie foods on the menu.<br \/>\nDecide how to handle temptation. When people offer you high-calorie foods, learn how to turn them down politely (\u201cNo thank you. I\u2019m watching my weight.\u201d), but firmly (\u201cI\u2019m doing this for health reasons.\u201d)<br \/>\nEat slowly, take smaller portions and avoid seconds helpings.<br \/>\nEat a few light meals each day instead of three big meals. Don\u2019t skip meals.<br \/>\nSelect a variety of healthy, high fiber foods like fruit, vegetables, whole-grain cereals and pasta, dried peas and beans. For high protein foods, select low fat or fat-free dairy products, lean meat, fish and skinless poultry. (Think \u201cMediterranean Diet,\u201d which is not a diet per se, but a healthy, delicious way of enjoying life).<br \/>\nPrepare foods in ways that help remove fat, like baking, boiling, broiling, grilling, roasting or stewing. Don\u2019t fry foods in oil.<br \/>\nStudy food labels and avoid foods that are high in added sugars, saturated fat, trans fat, sodium, and calories.<br \/>\nAvoid pastries, sugar-sweetened beverages, candy bars, pies, and cakes. Go for healthy snacks like fruits and crunchy veggies.<br \/>\nDrink lots of water. Treat yourself to a nice cup of matcha tea. Limit alcohol and other high-calorie drinks.<br \/>\nNo soda!<\/p>\n<p><strong>PLAN AHEAD<\/strong><br \/>\nIf stress, anxiety or boredom sometimes leads you straight to the fridge, be sure to have a strategy in place:<br \/>\nYou can take up a new interest (or a hobby that you already enjoy), go for a brisk walk, call your best friend or read a good book. Make a list of healthy and fun alternatives to snacking and refer to it when temptation strikes.<br \/>\nMake sure to be realistic. Setbacks do occur. If you go off your diet, don\u2019t quit and don\u2019t be upset with yourself. 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