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Here are practical strategies to help you manage side effects
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Behavioural strategies can address non-physiological hunger triggers: Keep a food and hunger diary to identify patterns and distinguish true hunger from emotional eating Practice mindful eating techniques, focusing on food texture, taste, and satiety signals Identify and modify environmental cues that trigger eating (such as keeping tempting foods out of sight) Develop alternative coping strategies for stress, boredom, or emotional distress that do not involve food Consider cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) if psychological factors significantly influence eating behaviour
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