5 Steps to Weightloss

By Dr Kelly

May 10, 2018


Losing weight can be a challenging and multifaceted process, but here are some general steps that can help:

  1. Set realistic goals: Before beginning a weight loss journey, it is important to set realistic goals for yourself. This can help keep you motivated and on track.

  2. Evaluate your diet: A healthy diet is a key component of weight loss. Start by evaluating your current eating habits and identifying areas where you can make improvements. This might include reducing your intake of processed foods, increasing your consumption of fruits and vegetables, and monitoring your portion sizes.

  3. Increase physical activity: Exercise can help you burn calories and improve your overall health. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming.

  4. Monitor your progress: Tracking your progress can help keep you motivated and on track. Consider using a food diary or fitness app to monitor your calorie intake and physical activity.

  5. Get support: Losing weight can be challenging, and having support from friends, family, or a healthcare provider can be helpful. Consider joining a weight loss support group or working with a registered dietitian or personal trainer.

  6. Be patient and persistent: Losing weight takes time, and it is important to be patient and persistent. Remember that small changes over time can add up to significant results.

It is important to note that weight loss should always be approached in a safe and healthy manner. Rapid weight loss or fad diets can be harmful to your health and may not be sustainable in the long term. Working with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian can help ensure that you are losing weight in a safe and healthy way.

About the author

Dr. Kelly has 25 years of expert medical experience caring for the sickest of the sick people in critical care (including ICU, Heart surgery, Heart & Lung transplant surgery, as well as cardiology). She is a clinical specialist who has taken care of and trained others to care for the critically ill/the elderly and developed many screening and preventative programs to help improve the health of the population. The reality is that most people just don't have to be that sick. or stay that sick. So, Dr. Kelly decided to change the focus of the care she provided: to prevent, reverse and restore the health of individuals.

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