Keeping it Off

Six Key Strategies for Long-Term Success at Weight Loss:

• Engaging in high levels of physical activity
• Eating a diet that is low in calories and fat
• Eating breakfast
• Self-monitoring weight on a regular basis
• Maintaining a consistent eating pattern
• Catching "slips" before they turn into larger regains

(Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 2005;82 (suppl):222S-5S.)

Personal accountability should also involve:

• Regular follow-up with -
  • Primary Physician
  • Medical Weight Management Team
  • Surgeon
• Diet review with dietitian
• Support group attendance and/or individual counseling to assist with behavioral changes