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S R Rigden

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PubMed1990

Approaching the protein-sparing modified fast.

The protein-sparing modified fast is a safe and effective method for losing a large amount of weight relatively quickly. This diet should be used in combination with an exercise program, behavior modification and patient education. Caloric intake is in the range of 400 to 800 per day. Candidates for the diet should be generally healthy; they should have at least 40 lb to lose or be at more than 120 percent of their ideal body weight.

Behavior Therapy↗
PubMed1976

Psychiatric aspects of intestinal bypass surgery for obesity.

Intestinal bypass patients were studied six and 30 months postoperatively with regard to medical morbidity, weight loss and psychologic and behavioral adjustments. In general, at 30 months they were more stable and productive. Their expectations in terms of weight loss and psychologic changes may not have been met; yet, a majority of them have recommended the operation to others. Preoperative selection criteria will help physicians choose good candidates and discourage the others. Long-term follow-up is essential.

Adaptation, Psychological↗