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5 Weight Loss Factors You May Be Overlooking

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By Healthy Lifestyle the storyPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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5 Weight Loss Factors You May Be Overlooking
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How do you lose weight? Burn more calories than you take in, right? Sure, but there are other factors that also play into it—some of which may be preventing you from reaching all of your weight loss goals. These 5 things will help you achieve the best possible results and set yourself up for long-term success in meeting your weight loss goals!

1) Not Tracking What You Eat

It may seem difficult to burn fat without counting calories, but you don’t have to! Start by keeping a food journal for one week. Not only will it help you track what you eat, but it will also be a great way to think about your long-term goals for weight loss. Are there certain foods that tend to trigger unhealthy eating habits? Is there a particular time of day when you find yourself indulging too much? Once you start seeing patterns, try making slight tweaks like switching out whole milk with skim milk and replacing cookies with fruit. Although small changes won’t cause huge results right away, they can definitely add up over time—helping you shed pounds more easily and achieve your ideal physique!

2) Drinking Too Much Alcohol

Many people know they should drink in moderation, but they don’t always know what that means. Experts recommend limiting yourself to no more than one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. However, some people may need to cut out alcohol completely to reach their weight loss goals—for example, pregnant women or those who have a history of alcohol abuse. Limit your alcohol intake if you’re trying to lose weight safely and protect your health at all times.

3) Too Much Stress

Excess levels of stress are not only unhealthy but can also cause your body to hold onto more fat. When you experience stress, your adrenal glands secrete cortisol, a hormone that converts extra calories into body fat, in addition to decreasing energy levels and increasing appetite. This is why it’s so important to manage your daily stress and find ways to reduce its impact on your life. Things like meditation, exercise, getting enough sleep and eating a healthy diet can help! Even if it seems impossible in today’s busy world—it's not!

4) The Medications That Are Making You Gain Weight

Certain medications can contribute to weight gain. Usually, it's just a minor problem, but in some cases, it can be substantial. What's more, even if you manage to lose weight after starting a new drug, you may end up gaining it back—and then some—once you stop taking your prescription. This is especially common with antidepressants, antipsychotics and steroids for chronic illnesses like asthma and Crohn's disease. To figure out if your medication could be affecting your waistline, talk to your doctor about whether you should switch drugs or ask about other treatment options that might not cause weight gain. (Lose Up to 10 Pounds Before Summer With The Get-Fit Plan!)

5) Binge Eating or Overeating From Time to Time

It’s completely normal to overeat from time to time. However, eating more than you should even once a week can slow your weight loss progress down significantly. Because of that, take note of how often you overeat and try to do something about it. Maybe you don’t need to eat a big meal before bed every night. Maybe you don’t need a snack before watching TV or going out with friends. Try working on eating healthier throughout your day so that if something unhealthy happens, it doesn’t hurt your long-term progress. Exercise More: It’s no secret that exercise is an important part of successful weight loss; however, people can sometimes be lazy when it comes to adding physical activity to their routine.

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