Are you a woman over 40? Couldn't you lose as much weight as you’d like to?
Seriously, how often have you tried to lose weight without a permanent result?
When working with women over 40 I observe the same risks that prevent permanent, long-term weight loss again and again...
Deficit in Attention, Social Life and Sexuality
Women often tend to cover emotional needs by eating- making it impossible to lose weight permanently:
Expand your circle of friends if you need more social contacts
Cultivate existing friendships
Value your personal life;Accentuate your personal life and take time for yourself
Receive more sunlight
Sunlight has many benefits for our physical and emotional well-being making it easier to lose weight permanently:
Go outdoors every day. Too little sunlight creates cravings for sweets
Avoid wearing sunglasses on a cloudy or dreary day
In winter go to a tanning salon from time to time, or get a lamp producing light similar to natural daylight
Too much alcohol
Alcohol contains many calories and stimulates eating:
Avoid alcohol when you are feeling blue or are depressed.
Drink only on occasion and in social situations, and never drink when you are alone
Avoid drinks high in alcohol content
Hormones and Medicament Side Effects
Because of hormone changes that take place as we age, it's tougher for women over 40 to lose weight permanently:
If you go through sudden weight gain, consult a physician
If you are taking drugs, speak to your physician about weight gain as a side-effect of medicine
Never stop taking a drug without the advice of your doctor
Mistakes in Nutrition
Over 40 the body stores fat much better.
Pay detailed attention to your nutrition if you want to lose weight permanently:
Have as much fruit, veggies or whole wheat products as possible
Pay attention to hidden fats, for example in cheese, sausages, cake or packaged food
Use cooking methods that do not need much fat (stewing, steaming). Avoid frying, breading and fat dressings
"Avoid many of the ""white"" foods that hold empty carbohydrates such as sugar, flour, bread, cake and rice
Check labels before purchasing a product to see how many calories it contains
Avoid processed foods
Artificial sweeteners can stimulate your appetite, so try not to use them
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