WHO IS A POTENTIAL CANDIDATE FOR WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY?

Imagine you went for a job interview;as a fully qualified applicant hoping to be employed.To your uttermost surprise and disappointment,the employer tells you,"Madam,we know you are qualified for the job but you are just too fat,we want smart and model-like people".


I bet you will feel awful if you were in this situation and that is exactly what is happening in the world today.Most people think the morbidly obese are just not doing enough to burn the excess fat.
Meanwhile,they have tried every fad diet,followed every weight loss tip,done the most intense of exercise but experienced no significant changes.
 

If you are in the above situation now,I guess you might be considering surgery.Before you consider bariatric surgery,you first of all have to know whether you meet the weight loss surgery requirements.
The following are the weight loss surgery requirements:

1.You should have a body mass index(BMI) of 40 and above or a BMI of 35 and above with obesity-related comorbidities like type 2 diabetes,hypertension,sleep apnea,acid reflux,etc.

2.You should be at least 18 years old.People who are 64 years and above must be referred by a doctor.

3.You must have attempted to lose weight by other methods like diet and exercise that didn't work out.

4.You need to understand the procedure,benefits,complications and risks of bariatic surgery.

5.You must be ready to adjust to lifestyle changes after the surgery like following surgeon's diet and exercise plan.

Bariatric surgery is by far the best way to lose weight and maintain it.You should however note that all the weight can be regained if you don't adapt to changes in your lifestyle like good nutrition after the surgery.

You must also take some time to do a lot of research,join online support groups and ask your surgeon a lot of questions about the best procedure for you,be it restrictive or malabsorptive procedure.
Surgery involves a lot of complications so be sure to find an expert surgeon who has a lot of success rate and safety records in gastrointestinal surgery.

Also keep in mind that surgery is very expensive,therefore try and contact your insurance company regarding an insurance cover.

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HOW TO QUIT SMOKING

Smoking is regarded as the single largest preventable cause of death in the world.
 
Do you know that someone dies every eight seconds from tobacco use?
This is the more reason why you must refrain from smoking as soon as possible.
It is not uncommon for some people,who when feeling stressed,depressed or in a good mood toss a cigarette stick into their innocent mouths and inhale poisonous chemicals such as carbon monoxide,nicotine,butane,arsenic and methane into their defenseless bodies.

A stick of cigarette contains about 4,000 chemicals.
I was quite deceived initially when I read some articles saying smoking is one of the best ways to burn body fat because it suppresses appetite and increases metabolism.Do you agree with this misconception?

Smoking can cause you more harm than good.PERIOD.Associated problems include death,cancers,stroke,bronchitis,emphysema,high blood pressure and many others.

Smoking also destroys the immune system and that is why you need to refrain from smoking.

Now the question is what do you do if you are already addicted to smoking.The following tips
can help you to refrain from smoking:

1.You need to believe in yourself that you can quit smoking.
No success will be achieved if you are not motivated with the right mindset.

2.Seek support from friends and family.Join online forums and support groups as well.

3.Eat carrot or celery stick instead of going for a cigar stick.You could also try taking fruits as snacks.

4.Always keep yourself busy.You could try different exercises or perhaps join a gym.

5.Write down your quit date and paste it in places where you will always be reminded.

Consider the good you will be doing your body when you refrain from smoking.For example,having a good breath,reducing blood pressure and also having a longer life.What about the hundreds of dollars you will be saving?

Also,you would not be hurting the wonderful people around you who have to cope with the poisons you make them inhale.

It is quite inevitable that breaking the habit might not be as easy as mentioned above but you must make a difference.

Try doing a lot of physical activities like jogging,eating healthy foods and drinking a lot of water to healthily.

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IS RUNNING THE BEST EXERCISE TO LOSE WEIGHT?

Ever wondered why marathon runners are so slim and slender?Sometimes I am amazed at how a simple but often ignored cardiovascular exercise like running could have tremendous benefits on the body.

I was once a runner in high school but laziness took the better part of me and I lost interest.But at the moment,I'm beginning to take my once adored outdoor activity seriously because now I know better.

BENEFITS OF RUNNING INCLUDE:
1.Increasing the metabolism for the body to burn fat faster.
2.Improving cardiovascular performance.
3.Increasing bone density as the bones are able to retain nutrients.
4.Relieving the body of stress and depression.
5.Improving breathing.

Running especially on route,despite its advantages is highly dependent on the weather conditions.It could also injure the joints especially the knees and ankles.Most people who start running even gain weight because initially,appetite will be increased.

WILL RUNNING MAKE YOU LOSE WEIGHT?
Running will make you lose a lot of weight if combined with good nutrition.It is a low investment exercise and is the best way to start.Running relatively burns more calories.Even though it could be quite monotonous,you could also engage in other activities that involves running like basketball and football.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU RUN TO LOSE WEIGHT?
You could start with 30-60 mins at least 5 days a week.It should however be noted that the distance you run doesn't have significant effect on weight loss.It is rather your running speed and intensity.

WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR RUNNING ?
First,you have to get a good pair of running shoes.They should make you feel comfortable and also prevent injury to the feet.Your mode of dressing should be appropriate.Maybe a t-shirt or sports bra with shorts.I know some people who take energy drinks before running but it will do your body good if you take the non-caffeine ones.

Running,be it on route or on the treadmill can help you lose a lot of weight .
Before running,firstly warm up or even start by walking or jogging whilst increasing intensity.
For people with existing cardiovascular diseases or joint problems,it is advisable to consult your doctor first.
If you are more of an extrovert,try running with friends or join a local running club.
There are several online forums that you could join to share your experiences and learn new ideas.

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ACAI BERRY REVIEW

It's everywhere,in the media,on the internet;everyone wants to have a taste of the famous acai berry.

Don't buy acai berry until you have read my honest and unbias review of the newest weight loss supplement.
Acai berry in itself is a highly nutritious fruit rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

There hasn't been any medical evidence so far that it is a weight loss supplement even though some people claim they lost some pounds after using acai berry products.

First of all,let me mention some of the complaints people have had from ordering the supplements online especially the free trial ones:

1.FAKE ACAI BERRY:Most of the products do not contain pure acai berry.It includes other juices and additives which could lead to side effects.

2.LITTLE DISCLAIMER:They put a little disclaimer at a very obscure place in their fake websites and blogs.Most people feel lazy to read disclaimer policies,giving those scammers a chance to dupe them.

3.FREE TRIAL PERIOD:Their so-called trial period begins as soon as you sign up not upon receipt of the product.Some people don't even receive the products but are still charged.

4.IP ADDRESS:They use a script that can read your IP address.The fake person(who has several names,of course) would then say he/she lives in a town near you so you could trust them easily.

5.BAD SUPPORT:It's very difficult to contact them.It is either the phone line is very busy or you are put on hold for more than an hour.When the call goes through,its either an automated machine or a very rude operator.

6.CELEBRITY APPROVAL:They claim celebrities like Oprah,Rachel Ray and Dr.Oz endorsed their products which isn't true. Oprah just approved the acai berry fruit itself not any specific product.

7.DIFFICULTY IN CANCELING:Even if you are lucky enough to read the hidden disclaimer,it is very difficult and almost impossible to cancel the order because you are charged as soon as you sign up online not when you receive the product.

8.FAKE PHOTOS:They sometimes steal people's pictures and use it as testimonials.Most of the photos they use are photo-shopped i-stock photos.(You could even check this website).

9.MULTI PROGRAMS:Sometimes,you are enrolled in more than one program therefore you charged more than once.

10.They even trick you to order ASAP as the free trial offer would end in a few hours.

There has been thousands of complaints and people have lost hundreds of dollars especially to the free trial scammers.THIS ISN'T TO SAY ALL ACAI BERRY PRODUCTS ARE FAKE.THERE ARE A FEW GENUINE ONES.
Their operations could be legal because in the long run there was still a disclaimer which people overlooked.

These are a few guidelines to purchase acai berry supplements online:
1.Do not go for the free trial ones. Also check if it comes with a money-back guarantee.
2.Find out if the company has any complaints using the Better Business Bureau website.
3.Check out the ingredients if it contains other additives.(Don't buy those ones).
4.Contact the company before you buy.
5.Try and read their disclaimer policy and terms of service.(i know it's going to be boring but you have to try).

Now my advice to you:
Don't be fooled to give your hard-earned money to people who don't deserve it. I am not going to recommend any acai berry supplement.I will just tell you to use your own discretion.Buy from a trusted source.If you still uncertain about buying it online,buy it from your local health shop,supermarket or pharmacy.

Read the benefits of acai berry here.

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