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Unleash the New You

Get the skinny on weight loss. Discover what works for you to improve your chances of losing weight and keep it off. According to research and other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Aim for total nutrition with a multivitamin: Extra vitamins and minerals will help ensure your body gets the nutrition it needs, especially if you are avoiding certain foods.
• Find a diet that fits: For long-term success, choose a healthy diet that you can stay with.
• Create a custom exercise plan: Exercise you truly enjoy is much easier to stick to, so find activities that fit your personal style, fitness level, and workout opportunities.
• Find support: Improve your chances for long-term weight loss by joining a group while you adjust to new diet and exercise habits.
• Spice up your diet: Adding cayenne pepper to your meals may help curb appetite and increase calorie burning.

If you’re happy with your weight but looking to maintain…

• Eat healthy: Follow in the footsteps of successful long-term dieters by avoiding too much fat and eating a regular breakfast.
• Control appetite by controlling blood sugar: Choose foods with a low glycemic index to help avoid blood sugar swings that can stimulate cravings.
• Maintain your weight with exercise: Make exercise a regular habit to help keep body weight stable.
• Avoid the yo-yo: Adopt realistic diet and lifestyle changes you can stick with, and get help forming healthier habits, to avoid frequent ups and downs in weight.