4 Key Ways To Make Your Weight Loss Efforts Safe

4 Key Ways To Make Your Weight Loss Efforts Safe Weight loss is a concern for millions of people around the world but why do so many people seek extreme measures that may be more detrimental to their health than being overweight? The truth is many of us want easy and fast fixes, but safe and lasting weight loss requires time and effort, and safety is key when you consider the many extreme fad diets out there that can do more harm than good. Before starting a weight-loss program speak to your doctor, especially if you have an underlying condition, such as type 2 diabetes. The American Heart Association advises that your healthcare provider will be able to assess your weight loss needs and help you to set realistic and safe goals. This plan of action is also encouraged by the Mayo Clinic, which emphasizes that your doctor is one of the best sources of information and referrals, for safe weight loss and a competent dietician. Stay away from supplements that promise rapid weight loss, as they are unproven, make claims that they cannot back up and many of these products have not been tested for safety by the FDA. And just because the supplement claims to be natural, doesn’t mean it’s safe. Experts advise that safe weight loss is between one to two pounds a week, and this is not only safe but also much more sustainable. Rapid weight loss can cause health problems, and drastic diets that greatly reduce caloric intake are not sustainable for the long term. The problem with yo-yo-dieting is you lose weight, only to put it back on again, so you go back on another diet, and the cycle repeats, for many people, this cycle repeats numerous times throughout their lives. This not only has a psychological impact, it may also carry health risks, and some research has linked yo-yo dieting to a reduction in HDL “good” cholesterol. What is the ultimate solution to taking off weight and keeping it off? Change your habits for the better, consider your overall lifestyle, diet and exercise habits, and start to make changes for the better.