Useful tips for weight loss

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The weight of the first months has disappeared and now you step on the scale with more enthusiasm, setting the bar higher and higher, but the scale has stopped obeying you.

The downward spiral you were used to has stopped and you feel stagnant. How can you deal with this situation?
“Before you assume the scale is to blame or that there’s a problem, ask yourself: Do you feel better? Do clothes fit your body better?

Are you just losing points and not pounds because the muscle mass is now heavier than before even though your fat has decreased?
Still losing, but at a slower rate? You may need to continue a little longer, making small modifications to your daily diet and daily routine”, says Mr. Eumenis P. Karafyllidis, Clinical Dietitian – Nutritionist, Director of the Dietetic Department at Metropolitan General, who lists useful tips for losing unwanted weight:

• Reduce the amount of carbohydrates you consume daily by only 5 to 10 grams.
• At the same time increase the amount of fat and decrease the protein.
• Don’t fall prey to “hidden” carbohydrates, ie those found in processed foods or medicines that contain sugar. Spot them and get away from them.
• Increase your activity levels.
• Consider replacing the medication you are already taking that may affect your metabolism, such as some hormone therapy or taking antidepressants, with new medications, after consultation with your doctor only.
• Drink at least eight glasses of water daily.
• Stay away from reckless consumption of artificial sweeteners, cheeses and taking supplemental protein.

Written by:

K. Eumenis P. Karafyllidis, Clinical Dietitian – Nutritionist,

Director of Dietetic Department Metropolitan General

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