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Losing a few kilograms does not always mean that you look better or will be healthier, and using the scale only to track your weight loss is not a completely correct method, especially if you suffer from stable weight, and it is better to think about your health in general instead of focusing on the numbers only.

There is more than one way to track your progress in losing weight and gaining better health, and one of the ways is to measure the percentage of fat in your body, but this requires some special measurements and equipment that may not be available to everyone, but there is a more practical way to track your progress by taking pictures of yourself. Look in the mirror every now and then and notice the changes that appear on your body.

Or instead of focusing on aesthetics, direct your attention to evaluating your performance during exercise, for example, have you become more endurant while exercising? Or have you started carrying heavier weights than in your early days? Or have you become accustomed to exercising as if it were a natural and normal part of your day? All of these things may be a better way to know your progress than a few numbers on the scale.

Important criteria for losing weight
Focus on things that help you maintain good health and lose weight at the same time, which are:

Drink sufficient amounts of water: it enhances your metabolism, reduces your appetite, and improves your ability to exercise.

Proper nutrition: Following a diet rich in vegetables and fruits that contain good amounts of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants has a role in promoting overall health and weight loss.

Healthy bowel movement: Exercising and eating foods rich in fiber will maintain healthy bowel movement and protect you from constipation. This does not necessarily mean weight loss in the long term, but it may be useful in preventing obesity.

Good mood: It is not enough to deprive yourself of food to lose weight, as this will reflect negatively on your mood and weight as well. It has been found that mood affects the nature of your food choices, and on the contrary, the food you eat may also affect your mood, so try to balance things. Focus on foods that improve your mood, such as berries and nuts.

Rest and good sleep: Sleeping for a sufficient number of hours at night helps regulate appetite and the amount of calorie consumption.

 

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By WebTeb - Sunday, October 1, 2023
Last modified - Sunday, October 1, 2023