Weight loss

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Weight loss basics
Counting calories: Get back to weight-loss basics Calories count — Try these calorie-cutting basics to get a handle on your weight.
Weight-loss tip: First, make sure you're ready Permanent weight loss requires commitment. Here's how to determine if you're ready.
Metabolism and weight loss: How you burn calories Metabolism — Find out how it influences weight loss and ways to burn more calories.
Weight-loss goals: 10 tips for success Weight-loss goals — How do you set successful weight-loss goals? These 10 tips can help.
Weight loss: 6 strategies for success Make your weight-loss goals a reality. These six strategies can help.
Childhood obesity: Make weight loss a family affair Childhood obesity treatment involves the entire family. Here's how to make changes at home.
Weight gain after menopause Weight gain after menopause — Causes of weight gain and strategies to minimize weight gain.
Teen weight loss: Healthy habits count Teen weight loss — Help your teen adopt healthy habits to lose excess weight.
Weight loss after pregnancy: Reclaiming your body Weight loss after pregnancy hinges on healthy lifestyle choices. Plenty of patience helps, too.
BMI calculator BMI calculator — Use this tool to calculate adult or child BMI.
Calorie calculator Calorie calculator — calculate how many daily calories you need to maintain your weight.

Diet plans
Low-carb diets Can low-carb diets help you lose weight? Are they a safe weight-loss option?
Weight-loss options: 6 common diet plans Compare common weight-loss strategies and ask yourself these key questions to judge their effectiveness.
Artificial sweeteners: A safe alternative to sugar? Artificial sweeteners (sugar substitutes) — What are they and how much is safe to eat?
Ingredient substitutions: Make the switch for healthier recipes Create healthy recipes by swapping one ingredient for another. These substitution tips can help.
Energy density and weight loss: Feel full on fewer calories Weight-loss tip — Eat foods that are high in volume and low in calories.

Mayo Clinic diet
Snacks: How they fit into your weight-loss plan Snacks — Discover creative and healthy ways to satisfy your hunger.
Energy density and weight loss: Feel full on fewer calories Weight-loss tip — Eat foods that are high in volume and low in calories.
Weight-loss help: Gain control of emotional eating Weight loss — Emotional eating can sabotage your weight-loss efforts. Here's how to regain control.
Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid tool Here's your personalized meal plan for weight loss and weight maintenance.
Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid: A sample menu Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid — Use this menu to plan daily meals and snacks.

Diet and exercise
Exercise for weight loss: Calories burned in 1 hour Weight-loss exercise — See how many calories you burn in one hour of exercise.
Fitness programs: 10 tips for staying motivated Having trouble sticking with your fitness program? Stay motivated with these 10 simple tips.
Interval training: Can it boost your calorie-burning power? Interval training — Use this simple technique to get the most out of your workouts.
Barriers to fitness: Overcoming common problems Sticking to a regular exercise schedule isn't easy. Get tips for overcoming common barriers.
Aerobic exercise: Top 10 reasons to get physical Need inspiration to work out? Consider the top 10 benefits of aerobic exercise.
Weight training: Improve your muscular fitness Weight training can improve your appearance — in less time than you might think.
Walking for fitness: How to trim your waistline, improve your health Walking can be a perfect low-impact, aerobic exercise with numerous health benefits.
Fitting in fitness: Finding time for physical activity Finding time for fitness can be tough. Start by making it convenient.
Strength training: Get stronger, leaner and healthier Strength training can help you look good — and feel even better.

Diet pills, supplements and surgery
Over-the-counter weight-loss pills: Do they work? Do over-the-counter weight-loss pills work? Get the facts about non-prescription diet aids.
Gastric bypass surgery: Who is it for? Gastric bypass surgery — Find out if this obesity treatment is right for you.
Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work? A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses the effectiveness of Alli, an over-the-counter weight-loss pill.
Weight-loss drugs: Can a prescription help you lose weight? Weight-loss drugs aren't the easy answer to weight loss, but they can be a useful tool.
Gastric bypass surgery Gastric bypass surgery — Overview covers risks and results of this weight-loss procedure.
Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work? A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses the effectiveness of Alli, an over-the-counter weight-loss pill.

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