WEIGHT LOSS GUIDANCE

 

Obesity is often a focus for many people at present and one we are bombarded with information about

I turned on my computer to write this and googled what is around and all sorts of diets popped up.

Weight gain does not happen very quickly, and thus weight loss can be also quite protracted. 

Following an inappropriate  diet can result in;

• hunger;
•  feeling low in mood, 
• loss of muscle mass 
• plus other imbalances.

If you are concerned with being overweight check the situation by looking at the BMI calculator on the NHS website. There is good information about weight loss and how losing 5% body weight can improve your health. This is accompanied by information on exercise and dietary changes.

https://www.nhs.uk/

It is a difficult time for most people with enough stress without worrying too much about diet to reduce weight.

Often people are quite cruel to themselves and castigate themselves for a small weight gain or eating a bar of chocolate or having an extra glass of wine or slice of cake. Then the stress and guilt send them back to eating or drinking more.

Obviously, it is not a good idea to eat excessively every day, but the occasional item is unlikely to hurt.

 So, the message is to be kind to yourself.

PLEASE NOTE For specific advice on diet please consult your dietitian, doctor or health professional

 

Dr Mabel Blades – Freelance Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist

Twitter @blades_mabel