Need to lose weight and have an existing ulcer? Oddly enough, an ulcer operation is making headlines again as a possible obesity treatment. How so, you ask? Well, "cutting a nerve" that assists in controlling hunger -- and which is part of an older type of ulcer operation -- has crept back up for a possible treatment in obesity.

The "vagus" nerve that helps control and limit hunger is being brought in as an alternative to stomach stapling and intestinal re-routing, but may not be as effective as cutting down hunger as those operations result in.

But, is that needed even? Partial hunger control is a good thing for many overweight folks teetering on obese levels that may not need a major surgery to get that weight under control. What do you think?

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Weight loss can be destructive. The yo-yo effect can cause loss of motivation and the rapid way in which many of us try to lose weight can cause undue stress on the body. Gradual moderation is key in any "healthy" weight loss that is planned and scheduled as to not cause actual harm to your health (which can happen).

Why is is that some people can lose weight and keep it off for years, while other bounce in and out of diets (and evening dress sizes) 20 times a year? There are a plethora of variables that come into play here. As always, it comes down to the details of each dieter's diet.

Finding out what doesn't work comes through experience -- but wouldn't it be nice to know what works from the start and save yourself oodles of frustration? See this and get the lowdown on healthy weight loss. Yes, it's there waiting for you.

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Even when I'm trying to lose weight, I consider all (plain) veggies "free" and never count them in my calorie total for the day. Why? Because veggies are ultra-low in calories, loaded with nutrition, and so fiber-rich that they fill you up before you could every possibly overeat them.

That's why veggies are considered a "thin" food, or a food that will help you lose weight. Not all thin foods are green and crunchy, though. Whole grains, calcium-rich dairy products, soy, and nuts are also on the list. The idea is to choose foods that are full of fiber, high in calcium, and have a high water content.

For instance, according to the article, you can try eating a bowl of broth based soup before a meal or drinking a glass of V8. The water content will help fill you up so that when your meal comes you hunger is well under control. If the soup contains plenty of freshly cooked veggies, all the better! And avoiding processed foods will help you lower your fat and salt intake each day. So if you're trying to take off a few pounds, consider adding these "thin" foods to your menu!

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