Things you're getting wrong about losing weight properly - from the experts
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When it comes to weight loss and exercise, many of us have spent time trawling the internet for a quick fix. Not really surprising then that a recent study revealed 56% of adults in Britain say they’ve followed a fad diet in an attempt to lose weight.
Research among more than 2,000 adults commissioned by one of the UK and Ireland’s largest weight-loss organisation, Slimming World, has found that of the 1,123 who had tried a fad diet, 71% reported they didn’t lose any weight or not as much as they wanted. And 11% actually gained weight.
“It’s easy to fall for quick fixes when social media is flooded with misinformation, especially when we’re desperate to lose weight. When it comes to lasting weight loss, we can see from our research how important it is to follow an effective, healthy and sustainable approach,” says Dr Amanda Avery, Slimming World’s health and research consultant dietitian.
It’s little wonder then that many of us have reservations when it comes to starting a new attempt to lose unwanted pounds. So what common myths should you watch out for when researching a new diet plan?. Cabbage soup, apple cider vinegar, fasting - none of them sound very satisfying, do they? It’s no wonder some people are turned off losing weight before they even start.
The truth is, there’s no need to go hungry just because you want to lose weight. A more sustainable eating plan that focuses on real, everyday foods is much more likely to equal success in the long run. Slimming World’s approach supports members to change their mindset around food with its healthy eating plan. It encourages them to base their food choices around everyday foods that are filling yet lower in calories, such as fruit, veg, lean meat, fish and seafood, pasta, rice, potatoes and eggs.
