Here are some tips that may help you along the way to becoming a healthier new
you:
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Remember, your relationship with food will change because what, when, and how
you eat will change. For guidance on how to change your diet, visit our Healthy
Eating page.
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Use Realize mySuccess™ diet
tracking tool to keep track of the things you eat and record your reactions to
different types of foods. This information will help you and your healthcare
team evaluate your progress.
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Participate in virtual or live support groups. You can find local groups
through your bariatric program. The relationships you develop in support
groups can enhance your journey.
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The REALIZE Band can help you feel full faster and stay full longer, but a
gastric band will not eliminate the emotional desire to eat. Put strategies in
place to cope with vulnerable moments and turn to your support
network for help in managing the emotional desire to eat.
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Utilize REALIZE mySUCCESS to maintain
and open line of communication with your bariatric program. Keeping them
informed of your progress is critical to your success.
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Part of your relationship with your bariatric program will include having
periodic band adjustments.Your
weight will be monitored to determine when adjustments are necessary; even
after you have reached your weight loss goal.
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Exercise to meet your goals and use the REALIZE
mySUCCESS fitness tracker to measure your success. Exercise tips can be
found on our Staying Active page.
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Get moving! Become more active every day.
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Set realistic goals for yourself.
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Commit to being active 3-4 days/week for 20-30 minutes, then work at a
moderate and safe pace until you meet this goal.
We want you to succeed as much as you do! Continue to use this site and REALIZE
mySUCCESS as sources of information, tips, and inspiration.
Inspire others! Make sure you share
your story with us so we can share it with other people considering the
REALIZE Personalized Banding Solution. We would love to hear from you.
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