That said, here are some recommendations for your personal role in weight management.

He recommends tracking what you eat for two weeks.

Either a smartphone app or paper notebook will work.

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Rather than eliminating foods, just eat smaller portions.

That could be 12 cup of ice cream instead of 1 cup.

In total, you may end up consuming 5 to 10 percent fewer calories per day, Seltzer notes.

Justin Laube, MD

As mentioned, certain drugs can lead to weight gain directly or indirectly.

Most of this can be avoided by keeping an eye on your caloric intake, says Seltzer.

Ask about common side effects for any new medication, including weight gain.

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