REASONS YOU ARE NOT LOSING WEIGHT

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REASONS YOU ARE NOT LOSING WEIGHT

Your Sleep Schedule Is Off
If you get more than 9 hours of sleep a
night, you may be the envy of your friends,
but too much or too little sleep -- less than
5 hours a night -- can be linked to weight
gain. Both can throw off the way your body
makes the hormones that control your
appetite and hunger. And if you don’t feel
rested, you may skip your workouts, too.

You Don’t Drink Enough Water
Between 2 and 6 cups of clear, plain water
each day can help you lose extra pounds.
Water has no calories at all, so it satisfies
your thirst without adding weight. And when
you drink enough water, you may be less
likely to grab sodas, juices, or coffee drinks
packed with sugar. High calories in sweet
drinks can add up to a big weight gain.

You Wait Too Long to Eat
When you space out your meals too much,
your metabolism slows down and isn’t able
to burn off all the calories you eat in your
next meal. Those extra calories may wind
up as extra weight. And you may overeat
because you’re too hungry. Try eating
smaller portions, and eat more often.

You Eat Out Too Often
OK, you hate to cook. But if you eat most of
your meals at restaurants, it may be harder
to keep your weight under control. Even socalled
light dishes may have more calories
than you realize. And we’re not just talking
about dinner, either. People who eat lunch
out daily can weigh up to 5 pounds more
than those who brown-bag it.

You Sit All Day
Your desk job or TV obsession may make it
harder for you to drop those pesky pounds.
When you sit most of the time, your body
can lose its ability to know when you’ve
eaten too much -- you can overeat and gain
weight. Even brief exercise breaks during
the day can help you stay healthy. Get up
for three 10-minute walks around meetings
or your favorite shows.

You Reward Workouts With Food
Exercise is a great way to lose weight -- it
burns calories and builds muscle mass. But
if you indulge in a big dinner or smoothie
after every workout, you can ruin all that
sweaty work. Watch out for high-sugar
sports drinks and protein bars, too. While
they can help quench your thirst or give you
an energy boost post-workout, they can be
very high in calories.

You Overdo the Alcohol
Whether you like wine, beer, or mixed
drinks, alcohol has calories that add to your
daily amount. If you often have 3 or more
drinks a day, you’re more likely to gain
weight or be overweight, no matter what
type of alcohol you drink. Stick to light or
moderate drinking, like one glass of wine
with dinner. That may actually help keep
you from gaining weight.

Stress Gives You Snack Attacks
If you feel tense, you’re more likely to reach
for unhealthy, high-calorie treats for a quick
comfort fix. You may eat when you don't
really need food

You Make Quick Food Decisions
It’s worth your time to plan out your meals and
healthy snacks so you’re not tempted to grab
something on the go. Even if you get enough
activity, you can gain an extra pound or two if you
tend to eat fast food or sugary snacks or sodas.
Your body doesn’t seem to treat these calories the
same as energy you get from healthy foods -- it
breaks them down too quickly. They’re also low in
fiber, so you don’t feel full afterward and you’re
likely to eat or drink more.

Your Thyroid Is Sluggish
If this tiny gland in the front of your throat lags on
the job, you could gain as much as 5 to 10 extra
pounds. Your thyroid makes hormones that control
your energy level and how your body breaks down
food. If you don’t make enough of them, it can be
hard to shed pounds. You may also feel bloated
because your body holds on to too much water
and salt. If you think you might have a thyroid
problem, talk with your doctor. Medication can
help.

You’re Pregnant
Healthy weight gain during your pregnancy is a good
thing. If you’re at an average weight before you get
pregnant, it’s good to gain 25 to 35 pounds. Go for whole
foods like fruits, veggies, grains, and proteins that nourish
you and your baby.

Your Medication
Some drugs you take for health problems could
make you gain a little weight. For example,
steroids can change your metabolism and make
you feel hungrier -- you may overeat and gain
extra belly fat. Even antihistamines that calm
your hay fever could cause weight gain. They
lower a chemical your body makes to control
your appetite, so you may sneeze less but eat
more.

You’re in Menopause
If you’re like most women, you may find your
weight creeps up during menopause. Changes
in your hormones, less muscle mass, and too
little sleep from hot flashes can all lead to
added pounds. If you wake up tired, you’re
more likely to want to munch on snacks for a
boost of energy later in the day. Your genes
may also make you more likely to get a “spare
tire.”

Check With Your Doctor
Some health problems can make it really
hard to lose weight even if you diet and
exercise. Your genes can also play a role in
how much you weigh or where your body
stores fat. Talk to your doctor if you just
can’t seem to lose weight. Tests can show if
you have a health problem that makes
weight loss hard, and you can get medicine
or other help to overcome it.

Thank You

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