Do You Need to Lose Weight? Part 2

Be Realistic About Your Body Type
Anorexia and bulimia are becoming more and more common, so again, it is important to have a realistic expectation of what is a healthy weight for your size and frame. The Body Mass Index or BMI is a good indication as to whether or not you are underweight, overweight, or in the healthy range of weight for your size and age.

Speaking of consulting with your doctor, your doctor may have already recommended that you lose weight.  If your doctor has suggested that you lose weight, it is going to be due to health reasons, not how fab you look in a bikini, so it would be a good idea to pay attention.

If your doctor recommends that you lose weight he or she may be concerned with your health and the possibility of you developing any weight related health complications, such as diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Of course, it is important to remember that the decision to lose weight is yours to make, based on health. Appearance is important for mental health, but not nearly as important as the negative effects on the body of carrying around excess weight.

Many women are constantly stressed out about or concerned with their appearance. If you would no longer like to spend every day in front of the mirror ashamed of your body or hiding your body from those and you know and love, it may be time to take action.

In addition, fat is not just unsightly, inert tissue in the body. It actually releases toxic substances into your bloodstream which can not only harm your body, but also make it much harder to feel full when you are eating, and to lose weight easily.

If you would like to lose weight, you may be pleased to know that you have a number of different options. Many women are able to develop their own weight loss plans, which often include a regular exercise plan, as well as eating healthy.

You also have the option of joining a local weight loss program or an online weight loss program. These types of programs are nice, as you often get professional advice as well as support from group leaders and other weight loss program members. In a recent study, people who stuck with the Jenny Craig program for a full year lost a significant amount of weight and kept it off as compared with people who did not stick with it, or tried to go it alone.

Take the time to speak with your doctor regarding your weight loss plans or goals, perhaps even a nutritionist as well.  This is especially important if you plan on creating your own at-home weight loss plan.

In addition to giving you the go-ahead, your physician may also offer you a few weight loss tips, tricks, and techniques, ones that you may find helpful.

One thing is for sure, you are by no means alone in your desire to lose weight, so set your goals, and don’t be afraid to ask for support when you need it.

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Carolyn Stone has been working in consumer health publishing and women’s interest publishing for over 22 years. She is the author of more than 200 guides and courses designed to help readers transform their lives through easy action steps. In her spare time, she is actively involved in fostering children and pets.