Can Dieting Make You Obese?
Many people turn to dieting in hopes of improving their health and managing their weight. While adopting healthier eating habits is a positive step, certain dieting patterns — especially when not done under medical guidance — can be difficult to sustain and may not always lead to lasting results. In some cases, repeated cycles of losing and regaining weight can make long-term weight management more challenging.
What Is Weight Cycling?
Weight cycling, sometimes called “yo-yo dieting,” refers to the repeated process of losing and regaining weight. This often happens when individuals follow strict or restrictive diets that are hard to maintain. Over time, this pattern may affect metabolism, body composition, and motivation, making it harder to achieve or maintain a healthy weight.
Why Sustainable Habits Matter
Quick-fix diets or overly restrictive eating plans may result in short-term weight loss, but they can be difficult to follow long term. More sustainable strategies — such as balanced nutrition and regular physical activity — are often more effective for maintaining a healthy weight. Establishing realistic goals and making gradual lifestyle changes can help support better outcomes.
Treating Obesity with Bariatric Surgery in Chicago
For individuals living with obesity — a chronic condition that can increase the risk of serious health issues — weight loss surgery may be an appropriate and effective treatment option. Based in the Chicago area, our team at Suburban Surgical Care Specialists / Kane Center offers a range of advanced bariatric procedures, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgeries. These are designed to help patients achieve significant, sustained weight loss and improve their overall health.
Ongoing Support for Long-Term Success
Our care doesn’t end with surgery. We provide each patient with comprehensive, long-term support, including nutritional counseling, education, and follow-up care to help reinforce healthy habits. This team-based approach helps patients refine their diet, stay motivated, and work toward lasting success.
If you are affected by obesity and have not found success with lifestyle changes alone, we invite you to explore whether bariatric surgery from our Chicago-based surgeons may be right for you. Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn more.