Overly Restrictive Fad Diets Do Not Work

Whether you weight loss motivation is based on your health or how you look, it was poor lifestyle habits that got you to this point. Unless you make the appropriate changes to your behaviors, you will go right back to where you started. It is impossible to stick with a diet that is overly restrictive in caloric intake. If you are currently losing weight in a way that’s not enjoyable, you are not following a path to sustainable weight loss and may experience side effects like:

• Weight Loss Not Sustainable - Healthy weight loss isn't about shedding pounds at the fastest rate possible. People who lose weight steadily, at about two pounds per week, are more successful at keeping the weight off.
• Being Hungry All Day - Every “body” reacts differently. Some individuals need to eat more to avoid feeling tired, irritable, or light-headed. Make sure you’re getting enough protein, especially between meals.
• More Sensitive to Cold - If you lose weight through severe calorie restrictions, your metabolism may slow down to protect the body’s heat-producing sources of stored energy. This can lead to cold intolerance, especially in smaller women.
• Trouble Sleeping at Night - Not only does what and when you eat affect sleep but sleep also affects your food choices. When you fail to eat enough, hormonal changes can cause your body to be thinking about food. Try adding a healthy bedtime snack.
• Feeling Fatigued - Weight loss should be maintainable, so if you are severely fatigued and cannot complete daily functions, your body might be malnourished. Speak with an expert who can personalize a menu plan for your needs.
• Change in Relationship - Your partner may know they need to exercise and eat less but may not want to do those things. Maintaining a healthy sexual relationship may come down to avoiding these issues.

No matter how clear your intentions, at times the results of your weight loss program can be unexpected, including mood shifts, fluctuations in how your body functions, and even changes in your relationship with others. Some dieters who lose weight too fast develop unwanted medical problems. If you cut too much fat from your diet, your gallbladder can build up bile that leads to the formation of painful gallstones. Contact the Metabolic Research Center to schedule a free weight loss consultation.