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Weight-loss programme

While a weight-loss program can help you shed pounds, it’s important to make sure the program is safe and effective.The Weight-control Information Network suggests these questions:Health Tips* Are classes or individual counselling available to teach me healthier eating habits?* Does the programme involve keeping food records or sticking to a

By our correspondents
April 27, 2015
While a weight-loss program can help you shed pounds, it’s important to make sure the program is safe and effective.
The Weight-control Information Network suggests these questions:
Health Tips
* Are classes or individual counselling available to teach me healthier eating habits?
* Does the programme involve keeping food records or sticking to a specific meal plan?
* Will I need to buy supplements or special meals?
* Can I make meal adjustments and substitutions based on allergies and preferences?
* Does the programme encourage exercise and teach me how to be more active?
* Does the programme allow accommodations for culture, lifestyle, holidays and other special circumstances?
* Will the programme guide me in maintaining weight loss?