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How to lose weight like this guy who lost 50 kgs by following a Keto diet and only working out at nights – GQ India – What a man’s got to do


In the last couple of years, one of the biggest buzzwords in the fitness industry and weight loss forums is keto. We are sure youve also heard some of your friends or family members bragging about following a keto diet on a family soiree or at the buffet section of a party and wondered what exactly is this 'keto diet'? And how is it helping you lose weight if it is allowing you to consume 70 per cent fat as part of your meals?
Well, a keto diet (also known as the ketogenic diet) is a special diet plan that ensures you are eating foods that are high in fat (about 70 per cent), moderate in protein (about 25 per cent) and extremely low in carbohydrates (about 5 per cent). The main purpose of this diet is to help your body achieve the state of ketosis. When in ketosis, your body is constantly burning fat, and at a rate higher than any other diet plan will be able to help you achieve. You can read more about the Keto diet's merits and demerits here.
But does it actually work? For 25-year-old Luvkesh Chanchlani it did. Chanchlani tells us that at his highest, he weighed a whopping 145 kgs and after trying almost every diet plan available and failing at all of them, he was available to shed 50 kgs in 7 months by following a proper keto diet plan (created specifically for his body type) and working out daily.
I tried a lot of diet plans and even changed multiple gyms and trainers to lose weight but wasnt successful at all till I switched to a keto diet. Within 7 months of following a keto plan and working out regularly (6 days/week) I trimmed from 145 kgs to 95 kgs, he says. Without sacrificing on chicken, cheese and butter the three things that I love very dearly, he adds.
While the keto diet needs to be tweaked a little bit for every individual, Chanchlani says that the common keto diet plan consists of chicken, eggs, cottage cheese, cheese, mutton and salads. My keto diet plan for weight loss started with eating 4 meals a day with varied quantity of food, which was also changed every 45 days.
As per my body type and diet plan, I was required to workout 6 days a week to tone my body, and due to busy schedule, I could only go to the gym at 10 pm in the nights and indulge cardio (every alternate day) and weight training. When I started working out, I could only do reps of 5 of most exercises, but now, I can do 100 reps of certain exercises. Notably, even while just doing 5 reps and eating right, I was able to lose 6-7 kgs in the first month itself. The initial weight loss gave me a lot of confidence to keep going on.
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I have been able to maintain my weight by continuing with both my keto diet and gym routine.
Finding the correct diet for your body type is the key to weight loss as diet is the most important factor.
Disclaimer: The diet and workout routines shared by the respondents may or may not be approved by diet and fitness experts. GQ India doesn't encourage or endorse the weight loss tips & tricks shared by the person in the article. Please consult an authorised medical professional before following any specific diet or workout routine mentioned above.
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Weight Loss: Opt For These Fat-Burning Fruits And Get a Perfect Body – India.com


Have you gained too much weight and now trying to lose some but nothing seems to be working? Well, you havent gained those extra kilos in one day, so you wont lose them in one day. You just need to be patient and keep working towards it. Fitness expert Bonnie Pfiester once said, Fitness is like marriage. You cant cheat on it and expect it to work. This means that you dont need to reward yourself with any food. Be specific. Mindful eating can make you go a long way when it comes to weight loss. There are certain fruits loaded with essential nutrients and fat burning capacity. Eating them regularly can help you lose weight. These fruits are the secret to reaching a healthy body weight. Here we tell you about them.
Being low in calories and rich in fiber, apples can help you lose weight effectively. They can increase satiety and prevent you from overeating. They are also known to help in burning fat and controlling appetite, says a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Being jam-packed with vitamin C, grapefruit can help you oxidize a significant level of fat during a moderate workout session. Also, having a low glycemic index, it releases sugar in your blood quite slowly and helps in weight loss. According to research published in the Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, eating grapefruit can lower the levels of a fat-storage hormone called insulin. Also, loaded with water, grapefruit can keep you satiated.
Having anti-inflammatory properties, berries can prevent inflammation, which is already associated with weight gain. They are knwon to be filling and therefore can prevent you from overeating. Additionally, berries help in reducing cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
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Here is why you should avoid eating raw food, as per Ayurveda – Times of India


Eating raw food is one of the most popular diet trends these days. People either willing to lose weight or just trying to stay fit, all are opting for a raw food diet as it is believed to be packed with nutrients, low in calories and high in fiber. The idea behind this is that heating any food destroys their nutrients and natural enzymes, which can be bad for the digestive system and can even lead to chronic disease. But Ayurveda has a different take on this issue. What Ayurveda says As per Ayurveda, not all food items are good to be consumed raw. You should only eat raw fruit, nuts, and salads, but other than that, it is necessary to cook all other food items. The ancient Indian medical system believes that cooking food helps us in two ways:-First, warm food increases the flow of blood to your gut and improves the digestion process. -Secondly, cooked food breaks down easily in the stomach and the nutrients are absorbed by the body properly. Scientific proveNot only Ayurveda, even science supports these claims. There are some researches that clearly underlines why eating cooked food is more beneficial than raw food. As per a study, food cooked in water have more antioxidant content. Apart from this, raw vegetables can be hard to digest and can even lead to irritable bowel syndrome. The bottom line It is not that you should completely shun having raw food or salads. But you should just be a little careful. It is best to warm your salad a little before having it, especially during winters. This is because our digestive system is stronger in summers as compared to winters. Also, do not consume raw food in monsoon since bacterial and viral infections are at their peak during that time. Washing and cooking the vegetables will kill the bacteria and keep you safe from various health issues.
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Christian Bale health: Mortality is staring me in the face Actor’s shock realisation – Express


Christian Bale, 45, has undergone a number of body transformations over the years. To play Patrick Bateman in American Psycho the star sported a slender but toned frame, and for the role of Batman, he showed off a bulky shape.
For The Fighter, the actor shed a load of weight to reveal one of his most slender physiques to date.
But Christian revealed in an interview earlier this year the toll the dedication to his roles has taken on his body.
Speaking to The Sunday Times Culture magazine, he said: I cant keep doing it. I really cant.
My mortality is staring me in the face.
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The Machinist in 2005 saw the star at a dangerously low weight, as he dropped 25kg for the part. He weighed in at just 54kg.
In the same year, he stacked on 45kg for his character in Batman Begins, and was almost unrecognisable.
For American Hustle and VICE, Christian was forced to undertake an unhealthy routine, admitting he ate a whole lot of cheeseburgers.
So what are the health implications associated with such drastic weight fluctuation?
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Registered dietician, Jo Travers, told i: What Christian is doing for these roles is a form of yo-yo dieting, which is unhealthy.
The trouble is after you lose weight and then gain it back again, there is a certain amount of muscle breakdown, so the body tends to gain the fat without gaining the muscle back.
Jo also explained how Christians method to eat foods high and fat in sugar to put on weight is one of the worst ways to do so.
She said: When you eat a lot of carbs in one go, it spikes blood sugar level, and then the body responds by releasing loads of insulin to bring the blood sugar level back down. But instead of taking the sugar out of the blood and putting into the cells where it can be converted into a useable form of energy, it stores it in fat cells around the middle.
Its very easy to get abdominal weight gain in that way - and once you have created a fat cell, you can't really get rid of it, it can either just get emptied or filled - and more easily.
By doing this yo-yo dieting, he will have made lots of fat cells that will remain in his body, which makes it much harder to maintain a healthy physique."
A number of studies have shown repeatedly losing and gaining weight may increase a persons risk of heart attack, stroke and death.
A study published in the journal Circulation suggested fluctuations in weight and other health metrics could raise the risk of these life-threatening conditions.
The study analysed more than 6,700,000 people in the Korean National Health Insurance System who did not have diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, or a history of heart attacks at the time the study started.
All the participants had at least three medical exams between 2005 and 2012, during which doctors recorded their weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, and total cholesterol.
An average of 5.5 years later, the people with the most fluctuation in these numbers were found to be 127 percent more likely to die, 43 percent more likely to have a heart attack, and 41 percent more likely to have a stroke, compared to those with stable measurements.
In an interview with CBSs Sunday Morning, Christian said hes putting an end to his weight fluctuations.
He said: Yes. I keep saying Im done with it. I really think Im done with it, yeah. Gotta be.
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Dieting Is Stressful. Making Small Healthy Changes Is More Effective – Thrive Global


If you want to lose weight, chances are you are going to go on a diet.
Well guess what, it isthe number 1 worst thing to dofor healthy and sustainable weight-loss.
So many people are being told to diet when that is the very thing that willwreck their bodies. The diet and weight-loss industry is around $72 billion. Of course people are going to tell you anything and everything to keep that flow of money going.
The problem is that when you are told to diet, especially by a health practitioner, you dont question it. You just do it, because it makes sense. Its what youve been fed for the past 20, 30, 40 years, so you assume that its true. That dieting will work.
And then you engulf yourself in thenever-ending spiral. You drastically reduce your calories. At first, youre motivated. You see the weight shedding off. You dont realize or care that its water weight, because youve always been told that the numbers on the scale are all that matters. Youre good at eating your veggies, your lean protein, and of course no carbs, because they are the devil. But you still treat yourself! Yes, Im talking about the tiny square of super bitter dark chocolate you nibble on after lunch.
And then, something happens.You go out to lunch with a friend. They order pizza, and you know you should order a salad, but oh what the heck. You order pizza as well. That pizza tastes so good, you gobble it down and finish it off with a brownie for dessert. The second youre done, you feel terrible. You feel disgusting.
When you get home, you realize that youve already screwed up for the day, so you might as well continue down that path. You eat an entire box of cookies and wash it down with a liter of soda, because you miss it so much. Andyour day of clean-eating is wrecked, anyway. Might as well eat hamburgers and fries for dinner while youre at it, and start again fresh tomorrow.
You wake up the next day,feeling like a failure. Why cant you just control yourself like everyone else? You weigh yourself, and see that youve gained three pounds. You feel miserable, like all your past efforts have been in vain. What even is the point of all of this? You laboriously have a healthy day of eating, trying to get yourself back on the right path. You weigh yourself again, and youve gained another pound. You decide this is all pointless, and give yourself a break.
A few months later, youre 10 pounds heavier. You decide to diet again. This time, youre going to stick to it. Youre motivated, its going to be beach season. You eat your salad with determination.
Flash forward a few months later. Youve gained 15 pounds.
THIS is the cycle that around 80% of the population will follow, because thats the way the dieting industry isdesigned. It works the first few weeks, so that you believe in it, then you gain the weight back and then some, but you keep coming back to the diet because you remember the initial weight-loss. Imagine if diets actually worked! People would diet once and then never again! Imagine the money loss!
If you want some scientific explanation behind this, you can check out some of these articles:*Why you shouldnt lose weight too fast
*Why the keto diet is bad for you
*Why you dont really need to lose weight
I feel like I need to make a few disclaimers on this previous section:-The information applies to the general population. OF COURSE, there are certain conditions where diets are crucial, and some people who need diets to be healthy/get healthier.-Just because YOU have been able to lose weight and maintain it by dieting (good for you!) doesnt mean that its right for everyone. Studies show that over 80% of diets actually dont work long term.
Now, for most people, the best way to lose weight is by operating alifestyle change. People dont like to hear this, because it isnt a quick fix. Its not going to make you lose 20 pounds in 10 days. You will have to change, and that is uncomfortable. But let me tell you,it will work.
You first need to start with your nutrition. I totally advise against counting and restricting calories and cutting out all the bad foods. This will only lead to frustration and binge-eating later on.
I suggest looking intoholistic nutrition. Holistic nutrition is a natural approach to eating healthily by taking into consideration all aspects of well-being, such as oneshealth history,lifestyle, current diet, emotional state, andlikes and dislikesin order to establish a personalized food and lifestyle plan. It focuses on addressing the root cause of a problem instead of treating the symptoms. The goal is to develop a healthy relationship with food and to understand the importance of nutrition for optimal health. You can look more into itHERE.
One aspect of holistic nutrition ismindful eating. Its goal is to focus your attention on thepresent experience, to befully awareof your own thoughts, actions, and motivations. Eating mindfully means being aware of what you eat, andeating consciously in a healthy and balanced wayin order to rediscover taste, flavor, and pleasure. Mindful eating involveslisteningto yourhunger cuesto know when you are hungry and when you are full.
At first, this isHARD. Youre probably overwhelmed with distorted eating cues telling you that you are hungry every five minutes. If you really put a lot of intention into writing down how hungry you are, what emotions you are feeling and anything else that could be relevant before/during/after a meal, you will start to recognize patterns. After a while, youll be used to tuning in, and youll be able torely on your natural cuesto know when to start and stop eating. You can look more into thisHERE.
I know, this seems hard. Theres a lot of information, and you just dont have the time. But dont let this be an endless save for later article that you never actually look back on, and even less implement. Take some action right away by doing at least ONE thing in favor of getting healthier. Then do another one tomorrow. Its only hard in the beginning. Then, it becomes a habit.
If you want, you can get this information in checklist form with this freeoptimal health and nutrition checklist. With this youll be able to actually tick off boxes as you go and hold yourself accountable.
Dont wait for January 2020.
Start now.
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Miranda Lambert Talks Overcoming Her Lifelong Struggle With Weight – iHeartRadio


When you're in the public eye as much as country star, Miranda Lambert, it's easy to feel pressure from society to look or act a certain way.
In a recent interview, the singer opened up about her struggle with self-confidence and weight at times throughout her career. "Ive been all sizes. My whole life, Ive struggled with ups and downs in weight," Lambert tells Health. "Im only 5'4" so weight shows quickly on me."
Though she's previously felt the pressure to lose weight, Lambert has now "hit a comfortable place." She explains, "This is pretty much my size. I'm a size 6, give or take five pounds, depending on the day. It's so good to find your place."
"I don't like being onstage worrying about my body. That's the last thing I want to be thinking about. I don't give my best performance when I'm distracted by my insecurities."
Lambert recalls one specific moment when a fan inspired her to stop worrying about weight and instead embrace who she is. "I had a girl come up to me. She was probably my size and age, and she said, 'I want you to know I threw my scale away because of you, because you're so confident. I realized my weight is not in a scale; it's in how I feel about myself.'"
That woman gave Lambert says gave her the confidence to be like, "Whatever state you're in, you've gotta rock it."
Lambert has done it all when it comes to dieting. Low-carb diets never seemed to do the trick for her because every time she'd gain the weight back so quickly. "Sometimes I have a couple weeks where I just drink beer and eat cheeseburgers. And then I'll go, 'That was fun, but my stuff doesn't fit.' Then I'll spend a month doing Pilates or riding a lot and running." She adds, "I'm not a runner, but I'm trying to be one."
As Lambert works to become a runner, she'll also be rocking venues around the country for her 2020 "Wildcard Tour" in support of her latest album, Wildcard. Texas country singer, Cody Johnson and Lanco will also join her on the journey. Tickets to the tour are available now.
On Wednesday (November 13) at the 2019 CMA Awards Lambert performed her current single, "It All Comes Out In The Wash." She delivered an energetic, bubbly performance beaming with the self-confidence and joy she now has.
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Don’t Let the Comparison Trap Get In the Way of Your Health Goals – Thrive Global


Comparison is the thief of joy. We are all different. You will hear us repeat this mantra over and over again. We are all different.
One of the biggest downfalls we see is when people start comparing their results to other people. We are all different. Different genders, ages, stress levels, activity levels, food consumption, level of seriousness, different motivations, different reasons why we are seeking the results and benefits of the ketogenic lifestyle, different hormone issues, and different metabolisms.
What may be the absolute best choice for one person may be the very thing that does not work at all for another. One person may cut carbs back to 50 grams a day and get great results, while another person cuts carbs back to 20 grams per day and doesnt seem to be making any progress. One person seems to get unrealistic crazy results because they drop a bunch of water weight initially while another person struggles to lose any weight at all. Why is this? It is because we are all different.
We have also witnessed many people who are obese that really dont eat much food. They do not fit the stereotypical idea of an overweight person who are just gluttons who eat too much food at every meal. When we dig deeper, we discover that many of these people simply cut back more thinking it was going to help with weight loss.
Instead, to combat their weight, they cut back on portion sizes, some cut back numbers of meals, and some people cut back to eating one small meal a day. These people have trained their metabolism to slow down to the point their body is holding on to any calories that it takes in.
These people have no energy level or motivation to get up and move. They dont feel good. Sometimes these patterns have been practiced for years, and many times it has been practiced for decades. These metabolic issues are not like light switches that get flipped on or off. These are patterns that have become homeostasis. Their normal has got to be retrained and put into a higher gear. The good news is that the human body is amazing at being able to reset.
Everyone is different, and we would caution those who get fast results and want to brag about those results to anyone who will listen that you are now doing keto and losing weight fast and that keto is the easiest thing you have ever done. As fast as you got results, you can also get negative results just as fast. We have heard it thousands of times. It is people just like these that seem to disappear the fastest. Stopping doing the easiest thing they ever did puts that weight right back on just as fast as it came off. Generally speaking, these fast results are water weight that naturally comes off due to restricting carb intake. This water will be retained just as it was before if this person ingests sugar again.
Everyone is different, and what is really more important than fast results is knowing that our bodies are designed for the ketogenic lifestyle, and we call it a lifestyle instead of a diet. Eating this way really is a way of life because when we stop doing it, we get exactly the same results we had before. We get inflammation, water retention (which is a really fast way to gain weight) and fat storage, instead of using fat for fuel. Most people feel like garbage, the authors included, when we make the choice to consume sugar. Some of us have made those choices anyway. We are human, too. We are not perfect and we have suffered the consequences of these poor choices.
We believe choices like this are made due to euphoric recall. In the same way, drug addicts and alcoholics relapse because their brains can only seem to recall the good times and the fun times but seem incapable of recalling how horrible things really got. This is something we all go through during our journey, and we suggest that its not if it happens, but when.
The most important thing will be how you react and respond. Do you get back with your program of better health and wellness? Or are you the kind of person that allows a bite of cake to turn into a cheat meal that evolves into a cheat day, cheat week, or cheat month? Know thyself. It is so important to be honest with yourself. If you know this is how you respond, it would be important to focus on that rather than some euphoric recall memories from days gone by.
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Five weight loss tips that work (and some that don’t) – NewsBytes


16 Nov 2019
Deciding to lose weight and getting into shape is always a good idea.
But there's just too much talk about weight loss. And, not every piece of weight loss advice is good advice. Some of these commonly-held 'beliefs' need to be taken with a pinch of salt.
Here are weight loss tips that actually work, and some others that don't.
#1
Many people believe that the same number of calories derived from any kind of food would affect the body similarly. But calories (and our health) don't work in such a manner.
For instance, consuming 500 calories from junk food and the same from home-cooked food are not the same, since the junk food is devoid of nutrition values and doesn't provide any energy.
#2
If a certain food item is naturally free from sugar, then of course it is healthy for you.
But it doesn't necessarily stand true for packaged products marketed as "sugar-free."
This label implies that the product in question has been infused with artificial sweeteners to bring the sweet effect, which can actually do more harm than a moderate amount of natural sugars.
#3
Remember how they say abs are made in the kitchen. Well, that's actually true!
Exercise only acts as a catalyst to your weight loss journey, and the major onus is on your nutrition. If you keep sweating it out, without focusing on what you're eating, you may not see desirable results.
However, this doesn't mean you should discard exercise/workout altogether.
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Skipping meals or starving, in order to lose weight is a disastrous thing to do, as it ultimately slows down your metabolism, and may even lead to unexpected hunger pangs, thereby inducing overeating later on.
#1
Yes, it's the same-old story, but it never really gets outdated.
To start your weight loss journey, first of all, say goodbye to junk and fast food, and start eating home-cooked food more often.
Aim for a balanced diet, filled with nutrients such as protein, fiber, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
Go for 3-4 filling meals through the day, coupled with (healthy) snack breaks.
#2
Table sugar is loaded with calories but devoid of any nutritional value. Hence, consuming too much of it might lead to unwanted weight gain.
Thus, it is advisable to switch to healthier alternatives to sugar (and no, we're of course not talking about sugar-free products).
Some of the best, healthy sugar alternatives are jaggery, honey, rock sugar, date sugar, and coconut sugar.
#3
Watching your favorite show while having a nice meal might seem like a great idea, but not so much for your health.
Research suggests that your eating-environment plays a huge role in determining your attention to food.
Being distracted while eating prevents you from knowing when you are full, thus making you prone to overeating, and ruining your weight-loss goals.
#4,5
Hydration: Get your daily quota of 8-12 glasses of water for regulated metabolism, which is crucial for burning undesired fat. Sufficient water intake also helps in flushing out body toxins, thus promoting weight loss.
Snacking: Replace those packs of potato chips, double-cheese burgers, and fizzy drinks with healthy options- fruits, nuts, and juices, if you wish to lose weight.
Stay healthy!
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3 Secrets to Lose Weight Fast – Thrive Global


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Are you still struggling in losing weight? If youre one of those people who find it difficult to shed off fat, continue reading this article to learn more on how to get rid of body fat fast and easy.
But first, we need to ask ourselves this question, why do we want to lose weight in the first place?
Well, the answer is quite obvious: to look good in the mirror, for health reasons, and so forth.
Surprisingly, none of us is willing to put in the work. What you need to understand is that losing weight is a gradual process. It takes time, and therefore, you have to be patient.
Now that we have known the reasons why people want to lose weight, lets take a look at some of the secrets to losing weight fast.
Ready?
Lets jump right in:
1. Drink water
Did you know that drinking plenty of water will make you lose weight? Its a trick only a few people know about. Drinking water in between meals works magic! In fact, you should drink eight to ten glasses of cold water throughout the day. Taking water after meals makes you feel fuller and less hungry. In other words, water makes your body hydrated; hence, lose weight. Does that make sense to you now? Lets move on.
2. Check your Diet
The number one tip to losing weight is keeping track of everything you eat. If your diet consists of unhealthy food, then you need to replace that with organic food. Also, have a journal of everything you eat. For you to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than what you consume. But, if youre eating more calories than what you burn, you will only add weight.Its that simple.
3. Exercise more often
You might lose weight by following the first two tips here, but if you want a lean and attractive body, you need to hit the gym. Exercise is the fastest way to lose weight because of increased metabolism rate. However, those who wish to reduce their scale numbers usually avoid the gym for reasons only known to them. What such people fail to understand is that the gym is a quick way to getting a toned body and a six-pack- which is envied by many.
Bottom Line
So there you have your three secrets to losing weight. If you follow these cues correctly, youre going to get the desired results. But one thing you need to keep in mind is to always stay focused. Dont be swayed away by unhealthy food choices, which may jeopardize your goal. Instead, eat clean food at all times, drink plenty of water, and exercise regularly for optimum results.
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Weight-Loss Attempts Are on the Rise. Why Aren’t People Seeing Results? – InsideHook


Weight loss attempts are going up. Unfortunately, so is weight.
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Despite a push in recent years toward a more body-positive cultural mindset, a new study found Americans are still increasingly pursuing weight loss, and to little avail.
Thestudy published this week in JAMA Network Open, found that while more US adults than ever before are attempting to lose weight, the nation continues to see overall increases in weight and BMI. The cross-sectional study examined trends in weight-loss attempts and strategies among 48,026 US adults between 1999 and 2016. The study ultimately found an increase in weight-loss attempts and strategies, despite a corresponding increase in weight.
The reported weight-loss methods included fairly standard tactics such as eating less, calorie restriction and exercise, as well as potentially more drastic strategies like skipped meals and laxatives. In examining these trends over the years, the study painted an interesting picture of cultural shifts that have taken place in recent decades when it comes to diet and weight-loss behaviors.
While nearly every method saw an increase in use from the first year of the study to the last, perhaps none is more significant than the leap in dieters attempting to lose weight by drinking more water. While only seven people reported drinking water for weight loss in 19992000, 1,370 said they tried the method in 20152016, which, as Vices Hannah Smothers pointed out, may reflect the influence of the catchall celebrity wellness advice to drink more water.
While the study didnt provide much explanation for the results it observed, researchers suggested people may be over-reporting their attempts to lose weight. Whether or not the reported increase in attempted weight loss is reflective of actual weight-loss efforts playing out across the country, the results reflect a nation increasingly stressed about body size despite recent cultural attempts to instill a more body-inclusive mindset.
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