TABLE 1.

Behavioural therapy principles to assist with weight loss

Develop realistic goals with patients Design a weight loss plan targeting small, incremental diet and activity goals Motivate patients to self-monitor diet and physical activity Aid patients in identifying and solving problems that are weight loss barriers Arrange regular clinic follow-ups with either the gastroenterologist or other medical personnel to ○ Record weight; ○ Review food records; ○ Provide continued encouragement and motivation; and ○ Consider group behaviour therapy in patients who are unsuccessful with weight loss with less aggressive methods