Friday, October 24, 2008

Losing Weight Quickly


Oftentimes people use quick weight loss diets to help them lose a few pounds in order to fit into a certain outfit or to help them have a better self-image. Though they are often not the wisest choice, diets created for quick weight loss are very popular. Before embarking on any diet, you should be sure to consult your physician.


Quick weight loss diets are hardly new. However, such a dramatic change in diet and nourishment can be hard on your body. A quick weight loss diet lasting longer than a week is not recommended for anyone.


Every quick weight loss diet is created for short term use, and isn't supposed to be used for a lifestyle change. Although you may not notice a problem at first, your body will soon stop responding to the diet and the weight loss will reach a plateau. Quick weight loss diets will produce some results, but over the long-term are unhealthy for your body.


If you starve yourself completely, you body will start to shut down and store up calories to prepare itself for your reduced caloric intake. This is because your body enters starvation mode in which it responds to the lower or non-existent intake of calories by using fewer calories. This is why quick weight loss diets are only recommended for short term use, even though dramatically limiting the calories you consume seems like the right way to go.


When you achieve positive results with a quick weight loss diet, do not reward yourself by gorging. But that would be a big mistake. Eating balanced and healthy meals after finishing the quick weight loss diet is highly recommended. Remember that plently of water is recommended. Often simply drinking a glass of water will help curb any hunger pains you experience.


Take it easy on yourself physically after you are done dieting. Remember that your body has recently adjusted to one dietary change and now must adjust again. Your body will experience added stress due to this. The adjustment to the recommended intake of calories for your body size should be a gradual one. This way, you will be better able to create healthy eating habits for the rest of your life, as opposed to getting into the cycle of yo-yo dieting.


Weight loss can be initiated by following a sensible weight loss diet. To enhance your results, supplement these diets with moderate exercise. Even when on a quick weight loss diet, it's important to remember to eat a healthy amount of food.

Bart R

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