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WELLNESS CONNECTION · MedicalExtreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition, Highlights Condition: Food AddictionJuly 15, 2011 - 5:00PMIn the fifth episode of Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition, we watched Wally, a 26-year-old father, fight with himself and his emotions, giving us an inside look at true Food Addiction.The Medical Director for California Health & Longevity Institute, Dr. Terry Schaack, states “For some individuals the difficulty of weight management is more than learning to eat the right kind of food, controlling portion size and exercise. For some, achieving significant weight loss can require addressing much more complex medical and psychological problems.” In this installment, we see the pain and shame Wally feels prior to being admitted to an outpatient rehabilitation center to deal with his addiction. According to Dr. Schaack, “This episode demonstrates why people with significant weight to lose need professional supervision. The best approach is to have an experienced health care team watching for the rare individual for whom the additional stress of a weight loss program could be psychologically dangerous and even life threatening.” The experts at the Institute are available to assist on the path to lasting change; however, just as Wally struggled to meet his goals on the show, be aware that there are times when individuals may need additional support from mental health professionals or addiction specialists. For more information on Food Addiction, see the site below or contact Overeaters Anonymous. http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-food-addiction The philosophy of kaizen, or implementing lasting change through small, manageable steps, is extremely effective for most people. If you or anyone you know would like assistance with weight loss or developing other healthy habits, visit CHLI.com or call 818.575.1114. Rated by 1 person:
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