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You’re on a weight loss journey, but suddenly, your favorite snacks appear. Or your partner “forgets” you have an exercise class scheduled. Why does this happen? Research has found that the people closest to you can sabotage your weight loss efforts. Here’s what to do about it.

4 Signs Your Partner Is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss — and What to Do

Many people mistakenly believe that hitting their goal weight will automatically usher in lasting happiness. But it’s not always that simple. Read about the challenges one woman faced after losing 102 pounds, and learn how to protect your mental health on your own journey.

I’ve Reached My Goal Weight. Why Am I Not Happier?

Experts share 6 common mistakes when making New Year’s resolutions for weight loss — and what we should do instead to reach our goals.

Do This, Not That: 6 Secrets to Making Weight Loss Resolutions Stick

“I’ve felt physicians and other acquaintances treat me better — assume I’m more educated, more thoughtful, etc. — when I am thinner.”

When People Treat You Differently After You Lose Weight

It’s one of the biggest mysteries of the weight loss journey: You’ve dropped a few pounds, but not in the places you expected. Find out why this happens — and how to keep making progress anyway.

What You Should Know if You’re Trying to Target Fat Loss

Have zombies taken over your mealtime? Mindless or distracted eating can threaten both your health and enjoyment of food. Here’s how to identify “zombie eating habits,” along with tips on conscious eating.

Chaunie Brusie, BSN, RN

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4 Signs Your Partner Is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss — and What to Do

I’ve Reached My Goal Weight. Why Am I Not Happier?

Do This, Not That: 6 Secrets to Making Weight Loss Resolutions Stick

When People Treat You Differently After You Lose Weight

What You Should Know if You’re Trying to Target Fat Loss

Do You Have Zombie Eating Habits?

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