Winning at Weight Loss

WINNING AT WEIGHT LOSS EXERCISE: The Secret to Weight Loss Success? FACT: Exercise alone does not make you lose weight *Abs are built in the kitchen -- not the gym Calorie burn is often too low to make an impact Exercise triggers carb cravings Exercise must accompany diet change to work Sugar is worse for weight loss than fats DIETARY DISASTER? 22.2 tsp/335 calories of sugar eaten daily by U.S. citizens Sugar causes insulin spike, which causes weight gain Sugar intensifies hunger and cravings OVEREATING: Is Portion Control Holding You Back? The wrong foods are more likely to blame than overeating FACT: Carbs cause hunger and cravings Protein is needed for satiety Healthy fats, like those in nuts and avocados, support weight loss 4 WAYS TO FIND WEIGHT LOSS MOTIVATION 1. FOCUS ON THE HEALTH BENEFITS Reduced cancer and heart disease risks Better control of type 2 diabetes 2. EAT THE RIGHT FOODS Healthy choices keep you full Empty calories intensify hunger 3. FIND SUPPORT Weight loss centers can offer tips and encouragement Lose weight with friends and family 4. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Find a plan that works fast • Example: hCG diet Use record of lost pounds for motivation INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: A New Me Weight Loss www.anewmeblog.com A New Me Weigh Less, Live Longer. Sources: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/04/phys-ed-why-doesnt-exercis e-lead-to-weight-loss/ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-jonny-bowden/exercise-benefits_b_1 777630.html http://www.slashfood.com/2011/05/02/how-much-sugar-do-americans- consume-daily-hint-way-too-much/ http://www.caloriesperhour.com/tutorial_sugar.php http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20130114/sugar-excess-weight http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/23/worst-foods-weight-loss_n _882962.html#s297028title=Potato_Chips