10 Weight Loss Mistakes We All Make

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1. Extreme Diets 

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Extremely restrictive diets or plans to lose weight quickly usually don't work in the long run and can even be bad for your health. Instead, work on making changes to your eating habits that will last.  

2. Skipping Meals 

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If you skip meals, your metabolism may slow down, which could make you eat too much later in the day. To keep your metabolism steady, you need to eat regular, well-balanced meals.  

3. Overreliance on Supplements 

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Supplements can be helpful, but they shouldn't be your only way to lose weight. A healthy, well-balanced diet full of whole foods is important for losing weight and keeping it off.  

4. Ignoring Portion Control 

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When eaten in big amounts, even healthy foods can make you gain weight. Watch your meal sizes to make sure you don't eat too many calories.  

5. Lack of Physical Activity  

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If you only make changes to your food and don't do any regular exercise, it can make it harder to lose weight. Working out burns calories and makes you feel better all around.  

6. Emotional Eating 

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Overeating can happen when you use food as a way to deal with worry, sadness, or boredom. For long-term success, it's important to deal with the reasons why people eat when they are upset.  

7. Inconsistent Sleep Patterns 

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Not getting enough sleep can throw off your hormone balance, making you want bad foods more. Aim to get between 7 and 9 hours of good sleep every night.  

8. Drinking Calories 

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Sugary drinks, even ones that look like they are good for you, can add up quickly in terms of liquid calories. Instead, drink water, green tea, or other drinks that are low in calories.  

9. Not Staying Hydrated  

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Dehydration is sometimes confused for hunger, which makes people snack when they don't need to. During the day, drink enough water to stay refreshed and keep your metabolism going.  

10. Setting Unrealistic Goals 

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Setting unrealistic goals, like wanting to lose weight quickly or having a body image that you can't achieve, can make you feel frustrated and let down. For long-term growth, set goals that you can reach gradually.  

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