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Anchorage area Health Professionals Providing Treatment & Relief for Weight Loss:
Bariatrics Specialists in your area:
Michael Todd MD
Bariatrics
2841 DeBarr Rd., #11
Anchorage, AK 99508
907-929-4263
Plastic Surgery Specialists in your area:
Michael Manuel MD
Plastic Surgery
3340 Providence Dr Ste 360
Anchorage, AK 99508
907-563-2002
George Siegfried MD
Plastic Surgery
1200 Airport Heights Dr Ste 190
Anchorage, AK 99508
907-276-2216
John Troxel MD
Plastic Surgery
3340 Providence Dr Ste 359
Anchorage, AK 99508
907-562-6886
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Moderate Diets for Weight Loss
Although there are many weight-loss diets, statistics show that most people who lose weight on a diet regain that weight, and sometimes they gain more. The best ways to stay healthy are eating well and being physically active.You can...

Low-Carb Diets for Weight Loss
Although there are many weight-loss diets, statistics show that most people who lose weight on a diet regain that weight, and sometimes they gain more. The best ways to stay healthy are eating well and being physically active.Two of...

Choosing a Commercial Weight-Loss Program
Some people find commercial weight-loss programs such as Weight Watchers or Lifesteps helpful. If you decide to join a weight-loss program, here are some questions to ask before you join:Does the program provide counseling to help me change my...

Tips for Maintaining Weight Loss
Avoid unplanned eatingHaving regular low-calorie snacks throughout the day along with regular smaller meals is a good way to manage your hunger. Plan snacks as part of your overall calories for the day, and avoid eating unplanned calories.Do...

Obesity: Should I take weight-loss medicine?
Your optionsTake prescription weight-loss medicine.Don't take medicines.Key points to rememberBeing very overweight makes you more likely to have serious health problems, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.Weight-loss...

Weight Management

Learn about weight management

Photo of a mother and son eating healthy food Most people think that being at a healthy weight means being "thin." Actually, a healthy weight is a weight that lowers your risk for health problems. It's more about healthy living than what you weigh. In our topics, you'll find information on how to eat healthier, how to start an exercise program, and much more.

Browse our topics on weight management, or start with these:

Last Updated: October 20, 2009

Author: Christine Wendt, R.D., L.D.

Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

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