Observe The Five Best Weight Loss Rules For The Resistant Dieter

By Lisa K Anderson

It is a fallacy that "all diets work" and that the only problem is that people just can't keep the weight off after they lose it. Some people, women especially have bodies that are very resistant to weight loss and they never seem to be able to lose a pound in the first place.

As a experienced dieter who had for many years been trying different ways to lose weight I knew that this was not a fact. The fact was that there had been many diet programs that I tried and followed the advice exactly only to see the scale not move at all. True story, the scale did not record the drop of even one pound. My body was completely resistant to losing weight.

Biology has made it more challenging for women to lose weight. It is always going to be easier for a man to lose weight because nature has designed women to hold on to fat. That is because in the case of a famine, a woman not only has to be able to keep herself alive but she must also be able to keep any offspring alive. Biology has just made it more difficult for women. It's a fact of life.

But as you go you learn what works for weight loss and what doesn't. Here are the top five weight loss rules for bodies that are resistant to losing.

The first rule is simple. You must eat. You must eat at least 3 meals and even as many as 6 small meals a day. Eating at regular intervals keeps you blood sugars level and it keeps you from bingeing and eating everything in site later. Your metabolism will keep burning calories if it knows there is no shortage. If your body thinks it is starving your metabolism will shut down and your body will conserve the fat.

The second is to only eat quality food. That means nutritionally dense food that will be an advantage to your body. Eating food that is lacking in nutritional value is a guaranteed way to pack on the pounds. Also many cravings are actually caused by a nutritional deficit so stay away from any food that does not provide adequate nutrition.

The third rule is to have protein at every meal. There is a reason why high protein diets tend to be successful. It's not because they are highly nutritious but instead because protein does not cause sugar spikes and it is digested slower than carbohydrates, especially simple carbohydrates. Therefore, when you add protein you don't get anywhere near as hungry and you don't eat anywhere near as much.

The fourth rule is to pick your carbohydrates wisely. Simple carbohydrates like sweets, candy and actually anything made out of white flour will just spike your blood sugar, make you hungry and add to your fat deposits. Choose complex carbohydrates like whole grains and vegetables. These will add fiber, which will also keep you fuller and will keep your digestive system running at its highest levels.

And the fifth rule is to begin moving. Start an exercise program. You can begin small by taking short walks and ease up to more challenging workouts. But exercise is crucial for successful and healthy weight loss. Exercise is beneficial for your heart and your soul. So start an exercise program.

This is a lifetime commitment. Few people with weight problems conquer it once and for all. It is a commitment you make everyday. But if you adhere to these rules for most of the time you will be on your way to a lean body. - 30414

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