The FULL Diet : A Weight-loss Doctor's 7-Day Guide to Shedding Pounds for Good

Rarely a day goes by that the average American doesn#8217;t think about weight. We cut calories. We cut fat. We cut carbs. We join the gym. We count our steps. We try to change our lives. Yet the weight epidemic continues to grow. So what#8217;s wrong? In The Full Diet , weight-loss doctor Michael Snyder offers an insider#8217;s perspective on shedding pounds, teaching you to reject the traditional diet mentality that thrives on restrictions, deprivations, and total reversals of lifestyle. Structured as a seven-day guide, Snyder shows you that losing weight isn#8217;t nearly as complex as people make it out to be#8212;in fact, you can learn everything you need to know in just one week. Using the science of fullness and introducing a new definition of healthy , Snyder brings us powerful weight-control tools that are rooted in our physiology and proves that the undeniable feeling of fullness is the ultimate secret in the quest for weight loss#8212;and you can reach it without breaking the calorie bank or fighting your emotions. Insider tips, techniques, and information will help you: #160;#160;#160;#160;Employ a variety of practical strategies to achieve sustainable weight loss no matter what kind of foods you like to eat. #160;#160;#160;#160;End the confusion over portion control by synching visual and physiological cues of fullness. #160;#160;#160;#160;Be full with less food but equally as satisfied (if not more so!). #160;#160;#160;#160;Apply cheat prescriptions so you can still say yes to indulgences and temptations without feeling like a failure. #160;#160;#160;#160;Find fulfillment in a physical activity that is inexpensive, easy, and convenient. With these new strategies and definitions, you will move from self-hatred to self-understanding, from persistent dieting to living true to yourself, and from being unhappily overweight to being a healthy individual who knows a happy weight better than a scale does

Not a day goes by that the average American doesn’t think about weight. We cut calories. We cut fat. We cut carbs. We eat five times a day. We eat three times a day. We join the gym. We take the stairs. We try to change our lives. Yet the weight epidemic continues to grow. So what’s going wrong?

In FULL, the first book to offer an insider perspective on weight loss, celebrated bariatric surgeon Michael Snyder teaches you to reject the diet mentality that thrives on restrictions, deprivations, and total reversals of lifestyle. Using the science of fullness and introducing a new definition of “healthy,” he brings us weight-control strategies that are rooted in our physiology and proves that the narcotic effect of fullness is the ultimate weapon in the battle for weight loss. Snyder provides us with industry-insider tips, tools, and information that have helped countless patients succeed in their weight-loss efforts. In FULL, you will learn how to:

• Choose from a variety of practical strategies to achieve sustainable weight loss regardless of dietary habits and preferences.

• End the confusion over portion control by synching visual and physiological cues of fullness.

• Be full with less food but equally as satisfied (if not more so!).

• Apply a Cheat Prescription so you can still say yes to indulgences and temptations without feeling like a failure.

• Take advantage of the five intentional steps of digestion to gain effortless control of your dietary behavior.

• Find fulfillment in a physical activity that is inexpensive, easy, and convenient.

With these new strategies and definitions, you will move from persistent dieting to living true to yourself and from being unhappily overweight to being a healthy individual who knows a happy weight better than a scale does. Dr. Snyder knows that it’s not the surgery that creates success in his patients; it’s what they do afterward that counts. And it is from this rich body of experience and practical wisdom that he’s created these strategies to help you effortlessly lose 10, 20, 30, 50 pounds—or more!

Not a day goes by that the average American doesn't think about weight. We cut calories. We cut fat. We cut carbs. We eat five times a day. We eat three times a day. We join the gym. We take the stairs. We try to change our lives. Yet the weight epidemic continues to grow. So what's going wrong? In FULL, the first book to offer an insider perspective on weight loss, celebrated bariatric surgeon Michael Snyder teaches you to reject the diet mentality that thrives on restrictions, deprivations, and total reversals of lifestyle. Using the science of fullness and introducing a new definition of "healthy," he brings us weight-control strategies that are rooted in our physiology and proves that the narcotic effect of fullness is the ultimate weapon in the battle for weight loss. Snyder provides us with industry-insider tips, tools, and information that have helped countless patients succeed in their weight-loss efforts. In FULL, you will learn how to: Choose from a variety of practical strategies to achieve sustainable weight loss regardless of dietary habits and preferences. End the confusion over portion control by synching visual and physiological cues of fullness. Be full with less food but equally as satisfied (if not more so!). Apply a Cheat Prescription so you can still say yes to indulgences and temptations without feeling like a failure. Take advantage of the five intentional steps of digestion to gain effortless control of your dietary behavior. Find fulfillment in a physical activity that is inexpensive, easy, and convenient. With these new strategies and definitions, you will move from persistent dieting to living true to yourself and from being unhappily overweight to being a healthy individual who knows a happy weight better than a scale does. Dr. Snyder knows that it's not the surgery that creates success in his patients; it's what they do afterward that counts. And it is from this rich body of experience and practical wisdom that he's created these strategies to help you effortlessly lose 10, 20, 30, 50 pounds-or more! Rarely a day goes by that the average American doesn{u2019}t think about weight. We cut calories. We cut fat. We cut carbs. We join the gym. We count our steps. We try to change our lives. Yet the weight epidemic continues to grow. So what{u2019}s wrong? In The Full Diet, weight-loss doctor Michael Snyder offers an insider{u2019}s perspective on shedding pounds, teaching you to reject the traditional diet mentality that thrives on restrictions, deprivations, and total reversals of lifestyle. Structured as a seven-day guide, Snyder shows you that losing weight isn{u2019}t nearly as complex as people make it out to be{u2014}in fact, you can learn everything you need to know in just one week. Using the science of fullness and introducing a new definition of healthy, Snyder brings us powerful weight-control tools that are rooted in our physiology and proves that the undeniable feeling of fullness is the ultimate secret in the quest for weight loss{u2014}and you can reach it without breaking the calorie bank or fighting your emotions. Insider tips, techniques, and information will help you: Employ a variety of practical strategies to achieve sustainable weight loss no matter what kind of foods you like to eat. End the confusion over portion control by synching visual and physiological cues of fullness. Be full with less food but equally as satisfied (if not more so!). Apply cheat prescriptions so you can still say yes to indulgences and temptations without feeling like a failure. Find fulfillment in a physical activity that is inexpensive, easy, and convenient. With these new strategies and definitions, you will move from self-hatred to self-understanding, from persistent dieting to living true to yourself, and from being unhappily overweight to being a healthy individual who knows a happy weight better than a scale does Introduction: the full story: one doctor's mission to end all dieting-and the misery that goes with it The full quiz: is this book for you? Food is not the enemy, diets are The myth of the good dieter and truth about permanent weight loss There is no normal; there is only healthy The full effect The science of fullness Building a full toolbox Your portion police Your cheat and plateau prescription Be full, live full Move forward one full day at a time Q&A Conclusion: get on with your full life. Teaches you to reject the diet mentality that thrives on restrictions, deprivations and total reversals of lifestyle. Using the science of fullness, the author brings us weight-control strategies that are rooted in our physiology and proves that the narcotic effect of fullness is the ultimate weapon in the battle for weight loss.