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More Britsthan ever are overweight... but fewer of us are trying to shed the excess pounds

ALWAYS starting your new diet tomorrow?

If tomorrow never comes, you are not alone.

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A new study has revealed that while more of us than ever are overweight, fewer of us are attempting to lose those extra pounds.

Here, KIM PEARSON reveals five common excuses people give to put off losing weight and how to overcome them.

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Healthy eating doesnt have to mean spending hours slaving over a hot stove or chopping ingredients.

Supermarkets offer an ever-increasing range of pre-prepared healthy options.

Substitute oven chips for Sainsburys crinkle-cut butternut chips.

Cauliflower rice makes a great alternative to white rice.

Look out for easy ways to make healthy swaps.

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Be honest with yourself. Did you really commit to a healthy regime?

Keeping a food diary on MyFitnessPal can be an eye-opening experience.

If you have tried but failed to lose weight in the past, dont be afraid to see your doctor to ensure you dont have an underlying health issue that could prevent you from losing weight.

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Tiredness can make it more challenging to lose weight.

Lack of sleep increases levels of ghrelin the hunger hormone and decreases levels of leptin, our fullness hormone.

Aim for eight hours sleep per night.

Setting a go to bed alarm can remind you when to turn off Netflix.

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It is hard to lose weight if you feel you are being deprived.

Before you know it, you will be diving into that packet of biscuits.

Find healthy foods you enjoy.

Be creative with your food, experiment with new recipes and find ways to make old favourites that little bit healthier.

A small handful of blueberries and creamy cashew nuts can make a delicious alternative to sugary biscuits, for example.

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It is easy to put off but there will probably never be a perfect time to start.

Who said diets have to start on a Monday? There is no time like the present.

Enlist the help of a friend with the same goals as you you can help motivate one another.

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We reveal five common excuses people give to put off losing weight and how to overcome them - The Sun

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