10 things you definitely need to know about weight loss
January 8, 2010 by admin
Filed under weight loss, weight loss tips
We get a lot of emails asking us several questions around weight loss matters and we thought that it would be nice to outline the most common questions in the form of a weight loss FAQ. For some of the weight loss tips presented in summary below there are links where you can get more information from our web site.
1. Is there such thing as a normal weight?
Most probably you have seen tables that show the ideal weight based on your height and sex. While this is valid and is based on what is considered to be the healthy weight, the normal weight for each person is the one that makes you feel good about your self. If you are happy with how you look (in terms of weight) then this is your normal weight. There are cases where the numbers match but you still do not feel good about your body. This means that you need to take action and maybe lose a couple of extra pounds and do more exercises to change your body’s muscle-fat composition.
2. I eat little food but I am not losing weight.
Many people ask this question frequently because this is a very difficult aspect of weight loss. Weight loss does not necessary mean not eating anything or eating too little. This may create the opposite results. The reason why people cannot lose weight is either because they are not following the proper tips or because they have some other health problem that does not allow them to lose weight or because they underestimate the amount of food they eat. To get more information you can read about 20 healthy weight loss tips and why weight loss diets fail.
3. Can I lose weight from some parts of the body?
Losing weight from certain parts of the body is very difficult to achieve. To be able to do that you need to follow a proper diet and of course exercise regularly. There are some food types that can help you burn fat (how to burn fat with food) and certainly you need to accompany your efforts with exercise (weight loss exercise tips).
4. What is the best weight loss program for losing weight?
The best weight loss program is one that is based on healthy standards and guides. This means that it does not use any chemical ways (weight loss pills, chemical food supplements etc) and includes a combination of a healthy diet and exercise. To be able to get some good results out of any weight loss program you need to understand how metabolism works.
5. Some doctors suggest the use of slimming pills, why is this so?
There are cases of people who are obese and need some extra help to lose weight. These are the cases of people who have hundreds of extra pounds and they cannot lose weight otherwise. In such cases only and always after the supervision of specialized doctors you can make use of the slimming pills. Have in mind that not all slimming pills are suitable for all the situations. What is proper for your case will be decided by your doctor. The use of the pills must be temporary and for long lasting results the patients will eventually have to adopt of a healthier lifestyle.
6. I have stopped my diet and got all the weight back, why?
Unfortunately this is a fact for most weight loss diets. Initially people who follow a diet may lose weight and once they stop the diet they get all the weight back and sometimes more. Many studies show that the percentage of people who manage to keep the weight off after a diet is only 5%. This means that the other 95% gets the weight back. What you need to do to avoid being in the 95% is to follow weight loss tips that work and stay away from miraculous products or diets.
7. Is fasting appropriate for weight loss?
No. Fasting for long periods can create several other problems to your health because of the lack of essential for the body nutrients and vitamins. It is recommended that before you enter a fasting period to consult with your doctor. As a general rule you should not exclude from your diet any food type but be selective on what you eat and in what quantities.
8. Is the Mediterranean diet suitable for weight loss?
Yes. The Mediterranean diet is among the healthiest diets to follow for a healthy and safe weight loss. It is based on fruits, vegetables, legumes, olive oil and fish and provides your body with all necessary nutrients and vitamins. People living in the Mediterranean region follow this diet as part of their lifestyle and the percentage of people who are obese or overweight is less compared to other parts of the World.
9. Is there a healthy way to lose weight fast?
Although rapid weight loss is not recommended there are certain tips you can follow to lose a few pounds fast.
10. Is weight loss for women different than weight loss for men?
Yes. The body structure of women and men is different especially as regards the muscle-fat composition. Men due to the more muscles are easier to lose weight than women. Women’s weight is also affected by hormonal changes (menopause, period, and pregnancy) and in general women as more concerned about their weight than men.
