If you have achieved weight loss, your next step is to keep it off. This requires a variety of strategies. You need to monitor your eating habits closely and implement behavioral changes. If you’re having a hard time maintaining your weight loss, it’s a good idea to ask a clinician for advice.
The goal of weight loss is to reduce excess body fat. The rate of weight loss should be between 1-2 pounds per week. To lose one pound of fat, you need to burn at least 3500 calories per day and reduce your intake by 500 calories per day. This will make you more likely to maintain the weight you’ve lost. Avoid strict diets that deprive you of important nutrients, as this could lead to negative side effects such as overeating or eating disorders. Instead, eat a balanced diet that includes 10 servings of fruit and vegetables, good-quality protein, and whole grains. Along with this, make sure you exercise at least 30 minutes daily.
Unintentional weight loss can be caused by stressful events, malnutrition, or illness. Cancer is the leading cause of unintentional weight loss, but some other medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney failure, and hepatitis can also cause loss of weight. In such cases, your GP will ask you about your health and arrange tests.