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Episode 3: Encouraging a Loved One to Seek Weight Loss Support
May 12, 2019
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Don't be afraid of prepackaged foods. They can help during a busy week. Just make sure it's healthy!
On today's podcast
- A look back on the week: Planned out and kept it simple during a very busy week
- Product review for keto pizza: Quest Pizza and pizza crust by Real Good Foods
- Questions: How to encourage a loved one to seek out weight loss support or medical expertise
A look back on the week
My week was pretty busy, so I made sure my meals were planned out and very simple. My breakfast mostly consisted of cheese, nuts (pecans, walnuts & macadamia nuts are my usual choices) & pepperoni since they are easy to take along and carbohydrate friendly. I had a really good week with no cheating. For dinner, I had a salad, which was the most significant carb that I consumed this week. Overall, it was a really good week.
Product review for keto pizza: Quest Pizza and pizza crust by Real Good Foods
I have found that there are many pizza options that are Keto friendly, whether you make it yourself or purchase an already made option. A low-carb casual keto diet will still allow you to consume pizza, so don't think your diet is limited. At the grocery store, I commonly see 2 companies that make low carb options. So, you don't need to visit a specialty store for low carb foods.
The first company, Quest has a low-carb pizza option made from whey protein and cheese. The high fiber content helps with making the crust and brings the net carbs down to 4 grams per pizza. The crust does contain a little lactose, but will not cause any problems or an insulin spike.
The second company, Real Good Foods makes a low carb crust made with ground up chicken breast and then you add Parmesan cheese to make a nice crust. You can build your own pizza from the ready made crusts available from the freezer section.
These are both great and convenient options for a quick low carb pizza.
How to encourage a loved one to seek out weight loss support or medical expertise
For most people I see in my office, losing weight is more about becoming healthier and fixing medical problems. Being overweight also brings on some health problems. Losing weight and keeping it off is not just a cosmetic issue. Losing weight and keeping it off greatly reduces your chance of developing diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, lipid problems, inflammation etc. There are a host of diseases that run in a pack with obesity. If you don't have any of these diseases yet, losing weight will help prevent them. If you already have some of those diseases, losing weight will help bring them under control. Medications may no longer be needed, such as for diabetes. Individuals with obesity related diseases may have a harder time losing weight in many cases. Weight loss can also be slower than those who are younger and don't yet have the metabolic consequences of obesity. Everyone is different and what works for one person doesn't always work for everyone else. Definitely keep that in mind when approaching any family member about seeking weight loss support or medical expertise.
Seeking out weight loss support is very beneficial to those who struggle with obesity. Why? Accountability. It's easier to do something if someone else is involved. It holds you accountable and you will both recognize your achievements. It's a real motivator to have support. A common human trait is for us to be critical of ourselves and to not have an objective view of our accomplishments. Another person being involved will recognize those accomplishments and keep things in the right context. You'll feel a lot better about yourself.
A medical expert is really important because there are many medical conditions and medications that will slow down or even halt your weight loss. After 15 years of experience in obesity medicine, I have seen thousands of patients and recommend support and the right medical expertise for optimum weight loss.
If you're wanting to help a family member or loved one to lose weight and become healthier, it's important to also show your support by being an active participant with actions and not just words. For example, that may mean going on walks with this person, or help plan and conduct activities that are not centered around food. Showing support though your actions is a really important part of their weight loss journey.
I'm not a big fan of highlighting the scale and people's weight. Rather, I like to learn about the person, so that you can try to help them. This may mean understanding the weight loss program they are doing in depth and also going to the doctor and program visits with them. This will help you support them better.
Be a good example. It's important to set a good example to help inspire and motivate others. This will show them how serious you are in helping them. Keep good exercise and eating habits to set a good example. Don't focus on scales and food. Focus on the right areas and the food and scale will take care of itself. Keep the focus on their feelings, emotions, weekend plans etc. I wouldn't bring up the scale, unless they want to talk about it with you.
Be willing to celebrate their achievements. Set smaller goals, and plan celebrations and rewards that are not centered around food. Make sure to follow through as this will keep them encouraged and more confident.
Show tough, but positive love towards your loved one. Stay focused that this is not about physical appearance, but about taking care of yourself and improving health.
To help find an obesity medical expert in your area, visit the American Board of Obesity Medicine website at www.abom.org and search by state and zip code. It's a great resource to find a licensed professional that specializes and understands the medical disease of obesity medicine.
You can also visit casualketodoctor.com for additional resources, blogs and podcasts.
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