Losing weight is a big challenge. But many things done without proper understanding can do more harm than good. The main mistakes that cause you not to lose weight are:
Skipping Meals: Many people skip breakfast or dinner to lose weight. This only helps reduce the body’s metabolism. This will also encourage you to overeat the next time you feel hungry.
Lack of sleep: Sleep is as important as exercise and food. If you do not get 7-8 hours of sleep every day, the hormone levels in the body will be disrupted and the hormone ‘Ghrelin’, which increases hunger, will increase. This will make you eat more.
Lack of protein: Protein is essential to prevent muscle loss during the weight loss journey. Eating a diet low in protein can cause muscle loss and lower metabolism. Eggs, legumes, and chicken should be included in moderation.
Not paying attention to liquid calories: Even if you eat less rice, a large amount of calories are added to the body through sugar added to tea or coffee, packet juices, and soft drinks. These are the main villains that prevent weight loss.
Excessive exercise, lack of rest: Exercising hard for hours every day is not good. If the body does not get enough rest, the stress hormone ‘Cortisol’ increases and this can cause fat to accumulate around the stomach.