Losing excess weight has many benefits. This can lead to improved mental and physical health. Extra weight can cause strain to the body, increase the risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes and raise blood pressure. These risks can be reduced and weight loss can improve your overall health and well being. Studies show that even a 5% decrease in body fat can reduce cholesterol, increase insulin sensitivity, and lower blood pressure. Some people also reported higher self-esteem, better sleep and improved mood. That being said, it’s not easy to shake off excess pounds without implementing proper strategies. If you have ever attempted to lose weight, you will know. There are also some common hurdles that stand between us and our goal weight, and make losing weight a struggle. We will be discussing the most common obstacles people face and how to overcome them in this article.
1. Too much focus on calories and less on nutrition: When you are trying to reduce calories, you may search for low-calorie foods that may not be as healthy or as nutrient dense. This can lead to several deficiencies, which could then…
