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Real Life Nutrition Questions Answered
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Q.
Why is my weight loss so slow?
I started my food diary in June, and have recorded everything I eat, I don't cheat because I really want to lose weight. I hoped to lose weight for my renewal of wedding vows on 24th August but only managed to loose 4 lbs.
I've had a total hysterectomy so don't have any monthly hormonal fluctuations, I go to the gym 3 times a week and do lots of walking in the meantime. Have you any ideas why my weight loss is so very slow? I've set myself a new target of Christmas to be slimmer but am getting very disillusioned.
A.
Our expert says...
One way may be to take a really good look at what you are eating and to see if there are any ways you can shave off a few extra calories (though you shouldn't go below 1200 calories a day). The way to do this is to fill up on whole grains, fruits and vegetables and other low GI (slow-releasing) carbs like pulses which are nutritious and low energy density (provide lots of bulk without too many calories). That said you still need to keep carb portions moderate, so swap some of the potatoes or pasta you might traditionally have had with your evening meal for salad for example.
There?s growing evidence that low fat dairy products may be able to help you lose weight more efficiently, so try to have a couple of glasses of skimmed milk a day (or eat low fat yogurt). And don?t forget that lean protein - like chicken, fish or lean steak - is also a slimmers friend as it helps to curb your appetite.
You have had a hysterectomy, so it might be worth talking to your GP to see if he or she can just confirm there are no medical reasons why you might be finding it hard to lose weight. Foods rich in phytoestrogebns which include soya, chickpeas and whole grains may help by supplying weak natural plant oestrogens . On the exercise front, try to achieve more in the same time - walking faster for example, or jogging instead. At the gym , shaking things up and challenging new muscles may also helps as your body has a tendency to get used to one routine an not burn as many calories doing it.
I hope these ideas help, and good luck
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