Break These Habits for Weight Loss | Dietitian Q&A | EatingWell

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The video discusses the number one habit that might prevent weight loss, notating enough throughout the day. While a calorie deficit is required for weight loss, drastically cutting calories and over-exercising is not a sustainable way to lose weight. It may cause intense hunger, headaches, irritability, and lack of energy. To break this habit, one needs to change their mindset and focus on feeling satisfied with frwithalanced meals that include fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Other practices that can hinder weight loss include focusing on exercise over food, sacrificing sleep for training, eating mindlessly, and drinking calorie-heavy drinks. Mindful eating can help one enjoy their food more and eat more in line with their hunger. The video encourages breaking these habits to reach weight loss goals.

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The brain makes habits automatic, but some of these habits may be sabotaging weight loss goals without us even realizing it. EatingWell’s registered dietician provides tips on how to quit extreme calorie deficits, break bad exercise habits, and stop eating mindlessly. ByBreakingad patterns related to food, exercise, and mindless eating, makes it possible to see progress in losing weight.


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Habits You Should Break if You’re Trying to Lose Weight

Introduction

Losing weight can be a challenging journey, especially when you feel like you’re doing everything right and the scale isn’t moving. Despite putting in the effort to eat right and exercise, there might still be some habits that are holding you back from reaching your goals. In this video, an EatingWell registered dietitian discusses some common patterns that should be broken if you’re trying to lose weight.

Why an Extreme Calorie Deficit Is Not Sustainable

When trying to lose weight, some people opt for extreme calorie restriction. While this approach may produce quick results, it’s not sustainable and can lead to negative health consequences. Our bodies need a certain number of calories to function properly, and when we don’t consume enough, our metabolism slows down to conserve energy. This means we burn fewer calories throughout the day, making it harder to lose weight long-term.

How to Quit Eating Too Little

If you’ve been following an extremely low-calorie diet, it’s time to re-evaluate your approach. While the goal is to create a calorie deficit for weight loss, it’s important to do so in a healthy and sustainable manner. Work with a registered dietitian to determine your individual calorie needs based on your age, weight, height, and activity level. They can help create a customized meal plan that promotes weight loss without leaving you feeling deprived.

How to Break Bad Exercise Habits

Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, but it’s important to make sure you’re not sabotaging your weight loss efforts with bad exercise habits. One common mistake is sticking to the same routine day after day. While consistency is important, your body can adapt to the same workout and stop responding to it. Mix things up by trying new exercises or increasing the intensity of your current routine.

Another bad exercise habit is overcompensating for a bad diet. Don’t rely on exercise alone to lose weight, as you can easily undo all of your hard work by consuming more calories than you burned during your workout. Make sure you’re fueling your body with nutritious foods in appropriate portions.

How to Stop Eating Mindlessly

Mindless eating is a common habit that can lead to weight gain. Eating while distracted, such as watching TV or scrolling through your phone, makes it easy to consume more calories than your body needs. Instead, practice mindful eating by paying attention to your food and savoring each bite. This can help you feel more satisfied with smaller portions and reduce the likelihood of overeating.

Conclusion

By breaking bad habits like extreme calorie restriction, sticking to the same exercise routine, and mindless eating, you can promote healthy weight loss and reach your goals more efficiently. Don’t hesitate to seek the guidance of a registered dietitian for personalized recommendations and support on your weight loss journey.

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Habits are behaviors that the brain has made automatic. We notice a cue (workout clothes), it triggers a behavior (go to the gym) and elicits a reward (endorphins) that makes us want to do it again. But since habits are so ingrained, we don’t even realize some of the ones that are sabotaging our good efforts. This can stall personal goals, including those around losing weight. Slash these bad habits, and you’re likely to see the scale start moving!

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00:00 Introduction
00:28 Why an Extreme Calorie Deficit Is Not Sustainable
1:03 How To Quit Eating Too Little
1:55 How To Break Bad Exercise Habits
2:59 How To Stop Eating Mindlessly

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