You can lose weight and keep it off pretty easily—no expensive programs, no expensive book, no crazy exercise routines. To lose weight, you first must understand why most of us gained weight in first place. The epidemic of obesity began about 50 years ago when we changed what we eat dramatically. Fraudulent research sponsored by the sugar industry convinced American leaders and the public that fat and cholesterol are bad, and that sugar and processed carbohydrates are not a problem. About that same time, fast foods became popular. This industry learned how to combine fat, salt, sugar, and processed carbs in combinations that are irresistible—addictive. That is good news. That means we did not gain weight because we are weak or defective in some way. We are too heavy because we changed what we eat. These heavily processed foods are also devoid of important nutrients like fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. And so, the answer is obvious. We must change what we eat to lose weight.
There are all kinds of people who are only too ready to tell you what you can’t eat. The big question is: what can I eat? The answer is easy. Eat real food that is minimally processed. Eat lean meat, eggs, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, beans, peas, and nuts. Most heavy people eat too much carbohydrate. Even whole grain products should be limited. Processed carbs and sugar should be dramatically reduced. That’s all there is to it. If you change your eating in this way and just eat when you are hungry, you will find that losing a pound or two a month is pretty easy. You don’t have to be perfect. You can jump the fence once a week—enjoy the holiday dinner, the wedding, the birthday. Have a crazy meal, then go back to eating real food. Intermittent fasting also helps. Eat your food within about 6 hours during a twenty-four-hour period. That helps you lose weight and makes you healthier.
If you just lose 7% of your weight, that has a dramatic impact on improving your health. I lost 60 pounds like this, and I have kept it off. It is not that hard. You can enjoy hearty real food and still lose weight. You can enjoy life and still lose weight. Stay in touch. I am happy to help.
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Great to hear about your maintained weight loss! It isn't easy. Always have to be careful.