The mindset we have around lifestyle choices greatly influences our actions, and in turn, our bodies.įor example, those plagued by emotions or memories may overeat or eat unhealthy foods for a variety of reasons:
There are several factors that influence an individual’s body weight: genes, exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals, lack of sleep, overexposure to antibiotics, certain medication, prenatal factors and lifestyle decisions.īut what people may not recognize is that brain plays a surprisingly large role in this milieu, as well. So why is it that (on average) only 20% of those who lose weight can actually keep it off in the coming years? Nevertheless, most people acknowledge that the inclusion of whole foods and daily exercise are nothing but beneficial to weight loss goals. Most people understand what it takes to lose weight, though, admittedly, the unlimited permutations of exercise and diet plans can throw a wrench into the equation. While many may scoff at the role of the brain in the practice, mentality and psychology are some of the most significant pieces of the weight loss equation and manipulating them correctly might be the boost millions of overweight Brits and Americans need to achieve a desired and healthy endpoint. Losing weight is hard, but losing weight without the right mindset is nearly impossible. In Great Britain, it’s just as ominous: nearly ⅔ of Brits are classified as obese.įor these millions overweight, weight loss is not as simple as eating more healthful whole food or incorporating exercise into each day.įor many, it can be an endless litany of confusing and contradicting medical advice, wavering will power in the face of widely available and (literally) addictive foods, and an inability to make comprehensive lifestyle changes that are necessary to facilitate permanent weight loss. In the States, nearly 69% of Americans – that’s roughly 2 of every 3 US residents- is classified by the National Institute of Health as heavily overweight/obese.
The number of Americans and Brits looking to lose weight amounts to over 57 million, so it’s not a huge surprise to learn that a driving factor for weight loss is the astronomical level of obesity in both countries. If any of this describes you, you’re certainly not alone, and do read on… Many try (in perpetuity) to spark daily exercise routines to no avail, and many are plagued with cravings for junk food that sabotage any possibility of a healthy lifestyle. Many feel overwhelmed trying to navigate the complex and varied advice given by nutritionists. Here’s the issue: Many who adhere strictly to restrictive diet and exercise plans only fall off the bandwagon a few weeks or months later after an eventual setback. That’s a big club, and unfortunately, not a very successful one. On average, 45 million Americans report that they are in a constant state of dieting, or that they’re always looking to lose some weight. It’s a tale as old as time, but usually one with a predictable ending, and it’s called ‘dieting.’
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