• Tell everyone you know that you’re losing weight. Allow them to support and encourage you. You might find someone who has similar goals and is looking for an accountability partner.
• Take exercise classes with a friend. You and your friends will all be more likely to show up to the class and continue attending if you can look forward to spending time together.
• Arrange for family and friends to meet you for a walk or game of tennis instead of at a restaurant. By eliminating meals from your social get-together’s you are more likely to stay away from fattening comfort foods that you are able to avoid at home.
• Allow a friend or family member to take photographs of you each month. Get both face and full body shots. This will help you to see the changes in your body, which will keep you motivated. Share your progress with your support system so they can celebrate with you. Let them support you when you’re struggling as well.
• When you feel like eating junk, simply call a friend instead. Social interactions play an important role in weight loss. If you don’t have anyone to reach out to in person, send an email or connect with others by using social networks and message boards.

After 8 sessions, I lost 3 inches. Needless to say, I was delighted with these results! I felt so proud, beautiful and confident walking down the aisle on my daughter’s wedding day (without Spanx!).

I loved having the Lipotron treatments. Serena was very professional and caring – she’s the best! I enjoyed having an hour of relaxation during the treatments. I definitely recommend Lipotron for losing unwanted inches – it works!

Compulsive overeating is a habit. Somewhere along the line, you learned to fill the empty moments with food. You got some reward. Preparing a meal relieved boredom. Food tastes yummy, and you got that momentary release of endorphins that come with satiation. However, there is no compelling reason to eat. It is just something you do. Many people avoid the desire to overeat by replacing the habit with another arbitrary action, such as playing a game, taking a walk, or even cleaning the house. This type of habit replacement may work for many people that are willing to do anything other than get a bowl of ice cream, but while you are replacing the replacing the desire to eat with something else you may still be thinking about the snack that you are not eating. Maybe, this works for a while, but soon enough, you may find yourself going back to food.

How about trying something different? Rather than suppressing or substituting your desire to eat, bring it out into the light of day. The next time you feel the desire to eat when you know you are not hungry, stop yourself short and reflect. You should let that thought rise to the surface and examine it. Okay, you want to eat, but you just ate. So why are you going to eat? Think about it. Try to find a compelling reason to eat. When you find none, dismiss the thought and go about your business. Do not give the desire to overeat anymore thought than it is worth, and it is worth remarkably little. It was a minor, passing fancy and nothing more.

When people look over the edge of a cliff or the side of the building, sometimes, they feel an impulse to see if they can fly. What do they do? They shake their head and say, “Well, that’s just silly.” They do not begin furiously knitting a sweater to prevent them from jumping. The impulse to overeat is the same thing. It is a silly passing fancy. Instead of hiding from your desire to overeat, bring it to the light of day and dismiss it as such.

Kelp is said to help reduce cellulite because it stimulates the thyroid, which causes the body to burn off the excess fat. Ginkgo biloba is advertised as having the same effect, but neither of the two have proven or guaranteed results or effectiveness. Herbs that claim to reduce cellulite by limiting fluid buildup, such as birch tea or sweet clover, are often ineffective because cellulite buildup is not caused by an increase in fluid levels.

For many women, herbal cellulite treatment is a beneficial compliment to medical cellulite removal. Body contouring in Marin can reduce the appearance of cellulite. Body contouring treatment options are generally pain free, and results are often the most beneficial after several treatments.

Along with body contouring treatments, the best way to reduce cellulite’s appearance is to exercise and eat right to keep the fat levels lower in your body, but you may find that using alternate methods such as herbal therapy as a supplement to these treatments can help you on your journey to eliminating cellulite’s appearance.

I came to The Altschuler Center for Weight Loss & Wellness at the recommendation of my OB/GYN. I was 22 years old, the heaviest weight of my life and was diagnosed as obese. The excess weight I was carrying caused me to experience back pain and heel spurs. I was fed up, didn’t think anything would work and was unsure that I would be able to lose weight. I knew my family medical history and did not want to go down the same path as my relatives.

I came to The Altschuler Center for help and I got it! I lost 74 pounds. And then I became pregnant and regained 60 of those pounds. With the support of Dr. Gail and her great team, I successfully lost the original 74 pounds as well as 26 more for a grand total of 100 pounds! The rewards and acknowledgement from Dr. Altschuler was very motivating – it meant a lot to be recognized when I reached certain milestones along my journey. I went from a size 22 to a size 9 which makes it so much fun to shop for clothes now! I have more self-confidence, my BMI is in the normal range and I am very happy. I have been at my goal weight for nearly 3 years. To maintain balance, I focus on portion control, weigh myself daily for accountability and visit Dr. Gail every 3 months for a check in. I have lots of energy to play with my son and am very grateful to have a healthy body and life.

Jennifer. Novato, CA

1. Know Your Goals. The best way to lose weight is to set a goal for yourself. Looking to lose ten, twenty or thirty pounds? Write it down. If you’re trying to get in shape while you do it, write this down, too. Write yourself a note of encouragement on this piece of paper and refer to it in the midst of your dieting plan. It will remind you of your goals – and it will inspire you to keep going!
2. Set a Time-Table for Yourself. Set a date for the time you want to have your weight lost by. This will encourage you to stop procrastinating and get with the program. This is better than merely saying that you’re going to meet your goal within the next year.
3. Temptations? Goodbye! Say farewell to fatty foods, candies and drinks. The best way to avoid eating these terribly unhealthy and obesity-inducing products is by throwing them out. Stock up on healthy foods. If the temptations are out of the house, you won’t be tempted to nibble on extra calories. Your medical weight loss specialist can help you to avoid temptations when you are first setting out on your weight loss journey with the use of appetite suppressants in Greenbrae. This is a beneficial tool for many people because they can help you to remain full for longer between meals as you begin to implement your dietary changes and exercise more regularly.
4. Set Small Goals. Set a goal for yourself every week, like losing one pound or dropping soda from your diet. These little victories will help you feel better about yourself and increase your progress level.
5. Surround yourself With Friends! In order to reach your ultimate weight loss goal and keep it off you need to make sure that you are surrounded with positive support outlets.

• 2 small fennel bulbs
• 2 tbs olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic clove, minced
• 1 large onion chopped
• 4 Medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 12 cups water
• 2 1/2 cups lentils, rinsed
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 12 oz turkey sausage, casings removed
• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar

Directions:

1. Reserve some of the fennel leaves to garnish the soup.
2. Chop enough of the fennel bulbs to measure 2 cups.
3. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for 1 minute.
4. Add onion and cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the 2 cups fennel and the carrot. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the water, lentils, salt and pepper. Bring to boiling then reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Meanwhile, cut smoked turkey sausage into 1/2 inch thick pieces and cook until browned in a large skillet. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to lentil mixture. Stir in vinegar.
7. Garnish with the reserved fennel leaves.

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There are a number of benefits of the Lipotron fat removal system. One of the biggest benefits is that it does not require an incision. This makes it possible for Dr. Atlschuler to conduct the fat removal process within her office. Unlike other fat removal procedures, it is not necessary to take off work after lipotron or undergo a long and painful recovery period. With Lipotron body contouring in Marin, you can fight fat and return to the office immediately, with virtually no down time following the procedure.

Lipotron works by heating up the core temperature of your body. This causes fat to be dissolved without having any impact on the surrounding tissues or organs, and does not cause any damage to the skin. The dissolved fat eventually works its way through the body and gets flushed out naturally with your urine and feces. Following the lipotron procedure, it will be beneficial for you to exercise moderately and drink plenty of clear fluids. Simple exercises such as walking are recommended following the lipotron procedure to help assist in the removal of the dissolved fat and waste.

My experience with Lipotron Body Contouring has been very positive. In addition to seeing and feeling the changes in my body, I also notice an improvement in how I feel about myself as a woman. After surgeries and chemotherapy treatment, my body and metabolism changed. I felt discouraged and unattractive. During the course of my Lipotron treatments, I find myself looking forward to the next visit – not only because it feels wonderful and the results are dramatic but because I have an incredible, sensitive and knowledgeable technician who makes me feel safe and special. I highly recommend this service to anyone who wants to see and feel a difference in their body AND their confidence.

Diana from Novato, CA

Flexible Spending Account plans can typically be used for the cost of office visits and supplements. Some, but not all, will also cover the cost of food. You may need to have your doctor recommend weight loss for this to be covered. Check with your individual plan for details.

Having a FSA is a great way to establish a budget for your annual medical expenses. Our suggestion is to estimate how many visits you’re going to make to The Altschuler Center for Weight Loss and Wellness in 2012 and allocate that money into your Flexible Spending Account. It’s simple, easy and will save you money.