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Two mobile apps to help patients lose weight

FPM Editors
December 5, 2018

The holidays can be a trying time for patients who are trying to lose weight. To supplement your normal advice about healthy eating and exercise, you can also recommend these two mobile apps to help patients gain more control.

My Diet Coach provides motivation for patients looking to make manageable lifestyle changes.

• Android: http://bit.ly/1JOsQHe

• iOS: http://apple.co/2BF8dAN

Lose It! can track patients’ calories, body measurements, and exercise while also helping them tap into an online weight-loss community.

• Android: http://bit.ly/1d3rmfQ

• iOS: http://apple.co/2j1wkmm

Read the full FPM article: "Four Mobile Apps to Encourage Healthy Habits."

Posted on Dec 05, 2018 by FPM Editors

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