NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ Denise was suffering from excruciating pain, but surgeons said she needed to lose considerable weight before they could perform hip replacement surgery.

At nearly 300 pounds and unable to walk, she wheeled herself into the offices at the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center at Saint Peters University Hospital, desperate for help.

Today, she weighs about 120 pounds, said Carlos Aitor Macias, MD, MPH, FACS, surgical director of the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center. Shes actually within her target weight. She had the two hips replaced. Shes not in pain anymore and walking by herself.

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There have been dozens of success stories like Denises since the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center opened in 2018. Dr. Macias and the staff use a proven, healthy weight loss strategy, incorporating nutrition, psychology, physical therapy, exercise and surgery all while adhering to strict COVID-19 safety guidelines and practices.

Their work has helped patients lose weight, improve their health, regain their vitality and lead richer, freer and more pain-free lives.

Obesity has been proven to contribute to heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, osteoarthritis and certain types of cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control. With obesity as a health crisis impacting so many issues, the center has also become is a prudent option for individuals who were previously unable to lose weight on their own.

Many of the clients working with the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center have tried fad diets, intermittent fasting, overtraining in the gym and other methods that just didnt work in the long run.

The CDC estimates that more than 40% of American adults are obese (a body mass index above 30).

Dr. Macias tells the patients at the initial consultation that the center will show them what to eat, how much to eat, how to exercise and put them on the road to weight loss and better health. But, ultimately, they are in the drivers seat.

I tell them maybe I have a bias because I like cars that the process of getting back to your ideal weight is like driving from here to New York, he said. We can give you a Formula One race car. I can even stop all the traffic on the highway so you will have the best machine you can have on the highways. But I am not driving. None of us are driving. You need to learn how to drive.

Surgery can also be a valuable tool for some patients.

At the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center, gastric bypass surgery and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy are performed. Dr. Macias said the plan is to also offer revision surgeries those done to correct a prior one.

The goal is to use the da Vinci Surgical System to perform the surgeries. This device puts a surgeons hands at the controls of a robotic platform.

The benefits of working with the robot are that it allows us to use more tools and optimize utilization of space that is limited inside the abdominal cavity, he said. The robot allows for a greater degree of freedom and movement.

The center hopes to continue to help produce happier and healthier patients like the one man who told the peer-to-peer support group via video conferencing technology that he had to throw away his old dinner plates.

He mentioned that his dishware didnt do him justice any longer because his usual typical portion size before surgery had been so much larger, Dr. Macias said. And after surgery, his food was basically occupying one-fifth of the plate. He was like, It doesnt make any sense for me to put my meal on a plate this big, so I had to change them all.

Visit Saint Peters website for more information about the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center.

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Losing weight has never been easy, but the task becomes even more challenging when the temperature takes a sharp dip. The cold weather influences our weight loss process in many ways- we become less active, we drink less water, we turn more towards processed foods for comfort and our body gets less vitamin D due to decreased sunlight. All these factors together slow down the metabolism, making it tougher for our body to shed kilos and maintain a healthy weight. Many people even tend to gain weight during winter, which in general terms is known as winter weight.

What you need to do is shift your weight loss strategy as per the change in weather. Making some positive changes in your daily routine and diet, keeping the cold weather in mind can help your stay on track and shed kilos. Here are 5 key rules to lose weight in winters.

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I started by walking for 2 kilometres a day. After a while, I was able to pace up and could walk upto 5 kilometres (cover 10,000 steps) at a stretch. This became my routine. I used to go for brisk walks sometimes twice a day as well.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by It was decided that I would only have homemade food. No junk food, oily or non-vegetarian food. I turned a pure vegan for 60 days!

Fitness secrets I unveiled:

Diet and discipline are important factors for weight loss. If you mess with your diet and are non-consistent in your routine, you are not going to lose weight. All through my journey, I didn't skip my workout for a single day. No cheat meals either.

How do I stay motivated?

I could see a visible change in my appearance. That was the biggest motivator for me. Every time I looked at myself in the mirror, I was charged to do more hard work and sweat out the fat.

Additionally, I also listened to many motivational videos about weight loss. So, they also contributed to my weight loss journey.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus?

Consistency is the only thing that can get you to the finish line. Sometimes, I felt zoned out and demotivated as well, but the courage within kept me going. I knew I had to lose weight, by hook or by crook to be healthy.

I used to check my weight on the scale after every 3-4 days or twice a well. The weight reduction and visible change kept me going.

Whats the most difficult part of being overweight?

I felt that I was losing out on my confidence and productivity due to bulging weight. I failed to do many tasks and found it difficult to get up in the mornings! I knew I wasn't giving my 100%. Slowly, I started to head towards the road of negativity. Health concerns only made problems worse.

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To perform this exercise, you need to engage your core and keep your hips stable

Your workouts must be challenging, overall. But there are a few exercises that are particularly more challenging. Push-ups, pull-ups, planks, wall sits and commandos are a few exercises that are generally more challenging, and require more effort than the others. Sweat trainer Kayla Itsines says that commandos are a good exercise and can offer many benefits. This is one exercise which many women dread doing, says Itsines. But, doing them can offer a variety of health benefits. Keep reading to know about them.

Also read:Get A Flat Tummy With This Advanced 30-Minute Abs Workout - You Need No Equipment!

While commandos can be challenging, Itsines says that you must try to not substitute them out of your workouts. She gives the following reasons why she includes commandoes in her workouts:

1. Commandos can help in improving your balance and stability.

2. The exercise can help in strengthening your chest, arms, shoulders and core, all in one!

3. This is a high intensity exercise which can get your heart rate up.

4. The exercise requires no equipment and can be done anytime, anywhere.

What's more, the exercise is great for improving your body strength. It can strengthen your core and can also help in melting stubborn belly fat.

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As part of #WeekendMotivation today, try doing commandos and let us know how it makes you feel! You can also do an arms and abs workout along with this exercise. The workout requires zero equipment to be done and can help you get flat abs!

Also read:Belly Fat Exercises: 6 Exercises For Flat Abs That You Can Do At Home

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Mrs Hinch shot to fame after sharing cleaning tips on Instagram.

But as the stars following has grown to 3.8 million fans, people have become more interested in her personal life.

This is probably why the influencer, whose real name is Sophie Hinchcliffe, decided to release memoirs.

This Is Me delves into all sorts of questions from motherhood to the celebs relationship with husband Jamie.

Another question that crops up a lot is the housework wizs weight loss journey.

In her book, Mrs Hinch talks about the highs and lows of transforming her body.

Sophie, who has always battled with body confidence, used to weigh 17 stone when she was 21-years-old.

She revealed: My issues around my weight didnt really start until my late teens.

I left school and it started to creep up without me even noticing really, especially after I passed my driving test and could drive myself to McDonalds and KFC. Thats where all the trouble began!

When she was 19, Sophie joined Slimming World and managed to lose nine pounds in one week.

But when she gained a few pounds again, she felt too embarrassed to go back to the meetings.

It wasnt until Mrs Hinch suffered an embarrassing moment at a funfair that she decided to start dieting again.

She recalled: It happened at Peter Pans theme park at Southend and I was so big that I couldnt fit on the ride.

The safety bar wouldnt come down and I had to get down, feeling like the whole world was watching, pointing and laughing.

That was it. I knew I had to do whatever it took, however drastic.

Sophie did some research online and decided to get a gastric band.

The Instagram star took out a 6,000 loan from the bank and got the gastric band fitted.

For the next year, Sophie lived off smaller portions and meals like soup.

The weight loss surgery definitely helped her to shed pounds but it did lead to some complications down the line.

Two years after the op, Sophie was rushed to hospital after her band slipped.

She also faced further complications after excess skin removal surgery that led to a serious infection.

Thankfully, Mrs Hinch recovered from the infection.

In total, she lost around eight stone from the gastric band surgery.

But even then, Sophie doesnt feel completely comfortable in her skin.

In her book, the star reveals having baby Ronnie has helped her to be a bit more accepting of her body though.

She added: Pregnancy and childbirth have definitely made me think: I might not love my body but look at what my body just managed!

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When Tiffany Haddish picked up her Peoples Choice Award this past weekend for Female Movie Star of 2020, she looked radiant. A part of that was due to the fact that the stars haircut flattered her quite well, and the Prabal Gurung gown was a win. Her glow can also be attributed to the fact that shes lost 40 pounds this year. She shared the news in a new interview with EXTRA, saying shes done an overhaul of her life, both physically and emotionally.

I lost 40 pounds. Ive been working out and eating right and getting my little life together, she said. Im not gonna lie to you, my knees was hurting a lot in 2019. I was carrying a lot of things around, a lot of weight, unnecessary weight, a lot of unnecessary hurt. Just a lot of things. I had to let all that go a lot of mental hurt. A lot of things. I let a lot of that go. I was carrying a lot of hair. I let that go. But I just really wanted to see my scalp on that one. I aint gonna lie.

During an interview on Steve-Os Wild Ride podcast in the summer, Haddish revealed that she had already lost 20 pounds and attributed that to her being healthy and happy in her relationship with boyfriend Common.

Ive lost 20 pounds since Ive been in this relationship, she said at the time. I feel more confident in me and its not him thats doing it.

She said that the romantic fulfillment came from knowing I got somebody that cares about me, that really has my back.

How sweet. Fast forward to November and past rumors that they split, which they cleared up, and the newly slimmed down star is looking forward to celebrating her 41st birthday with him on December 3.

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90 Day Fianc star Ariela Weinberg impressed her IG fans by losing 50 pounds after having Aviel. Biniyam's GF is now sharing her fitness secrets.

TLC viewers waited for almost the entire 90 Day Fianc: The Other Wayseasonto get one glimpse of Ariela Weinbergs baby Aviel, and now Ariela is showing off her post-baby weight loss. Baby Avi has become a social media star, and his reality TV celeb mom is also making waves thanks to her fitness secrets.

Ariela and Biniyam bickering over baby Aviels religion on 90 Day Fianc: The Other Way has been the theme of recent episodes. The baby was brought into the world via an emergency C-section, and Ariela hardly had time to recover before needing to make a decision about the infants circumcision. Biniyams sisters Wish and Mimi always wanted Avi to be baptized so he wouldn't go to hell. Ariela comes from a Jewish background. Biniyams Ethiopian family compares her to his American ex-wife, Bria. While Bria may have left Biniyam and taken their baby along due to his alleged infidelity, the situation with Ariela is different. Recent wedding rings displayed in Ariela and Biniyams Instagram posts do suggest a 90 Day Fianc success story. While Aviels religion may have finally been decided upon by the TLC twosome, its Ariela's weight loss that fans seem to be in awe of. Now, the Princeton, NJ resident has finally revealed her fitness and diet strategies to 90 Day Fianc fans.

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Her Ariela DanielleInstagram followers first saw a glimpse of her postpartum physique in a picture where she wasenjoying Ethiopian gursha with Biniyam. Some90 Day Fianc followers may not even have noticed her shiny gold ring. At first, Ariela shied away from discussing her weight loss. She was coy, saying: maybe this is an old pic...I'm not telling! However, last night, the TLC celeb replied to a few curious IG followers during a Q&A session. A fan said, How are you doing these days? You look like you lost weight and look great! Biniyams baby mama replied with, I am doing good, and added, I lost about 50 lbs since the day I gave birth. See a screenshot of the chat below:

Inspired by Arielas dramatic transformation, another 90 Day Fianc fan asked her to share her weight loss tips. What did you do to lose weight? Please share, wrote the TLC viewer.Ariela from 90 Day Fianc spilled that her secret was breastfeeding. Breastfeed if you want to lose baby weight, replied the freelance writer. She also said, weight training helps a lot. Ariela, whos been breastfeeding baby Aviel for the last 11 months and going somewhat strong also confessed that she doesnt eat much late at night.

Knowing Ariela and the fact that she's a stickler when it comes to following the90 Day Fianc social media ban rules, it might take a while till fans figure out if shes still in Addis Ababa or has moved back to America. Still, neither she nor Biniyam is shying away from sharing pictures of her streamlined body on their social media feeds. Nonetheless, Ariel and Biniyam have a long way to go until they find happiness on 90 Day Fianc: The Other Way, due to trust and tradition issues. Fans may rest assured that Ariela, Biniyam, and Aviel seem to be doing fine right now.

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"Girls Trip" star Tiffany Haddish recently shared a photo of herself donning a gorgeous dress showing off her great body, and fans could not get enough of the actress' good looks.

Tiffany Haddish is sporting a new figure, and if there is one thing the actress now enjoys, it is showing off the result of her hard work in the gym.

Taking to Instagram, Haddish shared aphotoof herself donning a gorgeous floral dress. The outfit featured a thigh-high slit, showing off her slim toned legs.

Haddish accessorized with a pair of heels and silver earrings. She topped off her look with subtle makeup consisting of nude glossy lips and matte eyeshadow.

Haddish was captured standing on a set of wooden stairs. The actress leaned against a floral designed wall while striking a sultry pose. She accompanied the photo with the words:

"On my way to the@peopleschoiceAwards."

The actress continued by giving credit and expressing gratitude to her glam team for making her look beautiful for the virtual awards show.

Haddish's post was met with several reactions from fans and followers who took to the comments section to share their thoughts about the actress' look.

While one user said Haddish looked gorgeous, many others could not stop gushing over how toned her legs looked in the picture.The actress's recent snap is not the first time she is showing off her great body in the past few weeks.

For this year's Halloween celebration, Haddishflaunted her abs while recreating the album cover for "Pain" by Ohio Players.Sherockeda two-piece leather swimsuit, and fans could not stop gushing over her creative outfit and, most importantly, her trim figure.

Also, in September, Haddish showed off her impressive weight loss when she wasspottedrocking a pair of black leggingsthat highlighted her toned legs.

During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, Haddish undoubtedly spent a lot of time working on her fitness, and from all indications, her hard work is paying off.

In August, the actressopened upabout her fitness journey and said she had lost 20 pounds since entering into a relationship with rapper Common.

Haddish also explained that her new relationship with Common made her more confident and ultimately encouraged her to make better decisions.

Though Common might have been a source of inspiration, it is evident that Haddish has been putting in enough effort towards her fitness goals, and fans can't get over how good she has been looking lately.

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How you cook your eggs may help or hinder your weight-loss goals.

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Egghead. Egg on your face. Don't count your chickens before the eggs have hatched. All the egg-based idioms out there seem to be pretty negative, but we're here to sing the praises of this incredible, edible food.

Eggs are an excellent source of nutrients, plus they're a rich source of protein and fat, per the USDA two macronutrients that play an important role in weight management.

Protein is important because when you reduce your calorie intake and begin to have some weight loss, inevitably, a percentage of that will be muscle (it's not just fat you're losing), per the Mayo Clinic. Getting enough protein, though, can help you maintain your muscle or at least minimize the amount you lose which keeps your resting metabolism up, helping you burn more calories overall.

Protein also aids in weight loss because it helps you feel full, requires more energy to digest and increases satiety hormones, according to an April 2015 paper in the The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Fat, too, is satiating it slows digestion, leaving us feeling fuller longer, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. So, yes, getting enough fat can help with weight loss.

With all that said, there are still some best practices to follow when eating eggs. Keep the following common mistakes in mind if you're trying to lose weight.

Did you know that keeping a food diary is one of the most effective ways to manage your weight? Download the MyPlate app to easily track calories, stay focused and achieve your goals!

Mistake 1: Eating Only the Whites

If you're still removing the yolk every time you make scrambled eggs, you're not doing yourself any favors when it comes to losing weight or getting vital nutrients.

Yes, yolks contain the majority of the fat found in an egg, but dietary fat isn't what leads to more body fat that's due to an excess of calories. Plus, the yolk contains half of the protein found in an egg, according to the USDA.

Lastly, the yolk is where the majority of the nutrients are. If you toss the yolk, you're missing out on choline, folate, iron, selenium, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin and vitamins A, B6, B12, D and E, according to the American Egg Board.

Mistake 2: Limiting Eggs to Breakfast

Don't limit yourself (or your diet) by only thinking of eggs as a breakfast food. They can be enjoyed at lunch and dinner, too, and even as a snack.

They're easy to incorporate into meals beyond breakfast: Egg salad sandwiches make for a nutritious and comforting lunch. Or enjoy poached eggs as your source of protein on top of a salad or grain bowl.

For dinner, add an over-easy egg on top of your burger or work a couple into your stir fry before serving.

Enjoying a hard-boiled egg or two with salt and pepper is a delicious afternoon snack that will keep you satisfied until your next meal.

Mistake 3: Cooking Them With Unhealthy Fats

Frying eggs in butter or margarine kind of defeats the purpose if you're trying to eat a healthy diet or lose weight. Sure, it may taste good, but it takes your meal down a notch nutrition-wise.

We're not saying avoid all fats. Our bodies need fat, and dietary fat can aid in weight loss. Unhealthy fats, like saturated and trans fats, however, can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other chronic conditions, per Harvard Health Publishing.

Instead, cook your eggs in unsaturated fats like olive, avocado and canola oil. The American Heart Association recommends choosing oils with less than 4 grams of saturated fat per tablespoon and no trans fats or partially-hydrogenated oils.

Or better yet, opt for poached or boiled eggs, which don't require any extra calories to cook.

Mistake 4: Pairing Them With Bacon and Other Unhealthy Breakfast Foods

Our perception of eggs has changed over the years, especially as science has evolved and we know now eggs can be part of a healthy diet.

That said, refrain from allowing the healthy attributes of eggs to extend a health halo over everything else you're eating with them, like highly-processed red meat (bacon, sausage) or refined grains (pancakes, waffles).

Healthier pairing options for eggs include vegetables and a small portion of cheese for an omelet, topped with salsa. Or enjoy scrambled eggs with a whole-grain English muffin and a piece of fruit or yogurt.

Mistake 5: Eating Too Many

Yes, the limit on dietary cholesterol was lifted when the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published its 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. But this doesn't mean you can consume them with abandon.

While there's technically no upper limit on cholesterol, the guidelines do state that "individuals should eat as little dietary cholesterol as possible while consuming a healthy eating pattern."

When it comes to eggs, it's best to stick to an average of one per day, according to Harvard Health Publishing. If you have diabetes or other heart disease risk factors, you may want to eat no more than three eggs a week.

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Weight loss myths

Losing weight is hard and one always comes to know several facts from different people about the same. For instance you are often advicedto eat just green veggiesand not eat sweets at all but how reliable is the advice? It is very important for you to know about the certain myths which have been doing the rounds since years. Here we are to give you a reality check and tell you about the common mistakes you make while trying to lose weight. Take a look

Myth: Fats are harmful

Fact: Fat is an important macronutrient. Period. Fats are crucial for brain health, heart health, gut health, and to provide suppleness to your skin. Many vitamins can only be absorbed by the body in the presence of fats. It's the type you choose to consume - refrain from having saturated fats like butter, margarine, hydrogenated and trans fats. But, you must include essential fatty acids in your diet through foods like fatty fish, walnuts, seeds, avocados and eggs. Special mention to walnuts if you are a vegetarian/ vegan- as they are the only tree nuts highest in plant-based Omega-3 fatty acids that are vital for many body functions.

Myth: Fad diets are most reliable

Fact: Diets that promise to do miracles with your weight and force you to follow the process of starving or choosing specific foods is a big problem. Crash diets work by eliminating important food groups from your diet say- carbs or fats and rely on limited sources of energy. These diets might give you short-term results but are non-sustainable for longer periods and once you're back to your normal eating regime, your weight bounces back, sometimes even more than before. Such diets also hamper with your metabolism, in the long run, affecting your digestion and absorption. The solution? Stick to a balanced diet that has foods from every food group. Just master the art of portion control.

Myth: Extra carbs and calories are bad

Fact: It's a common misconception that the lesser calories you eat, the faster your weight loss will be. Yes, you might lose weight initially but at the cost of your overall health. Extreme calorie restriction can lead to severe nutritional deficiencies and can also give rise to food disorders hampering your mental health as well. Stick to a simple, basic diet regime comprising of whole foods like grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and dairy.

Myth: Sweat reduces weight

Fact:It is a common myth that sweat leads to more weight loss and due to this many people spend time inside sauna and steam rooms. It is important to know that you may just lose the extra water weight which can easily bounce back once you consume salt or have wine. Therefore, before putting your body through this extreme heat don't forget to consult your doctor as this amount of heat mightbe very dangerous for your health.

Myth: All slimming pills are effective

Fact:No, not all diet pills and supplements are effective to lose weight. There are several unlicensed medicines and slimming pills available in the market which can prove to be harmful to your body. Therefore, before you consume any such pills it is recommended that you consult your doctor first.

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