Established 2005
Stubborn Weight Loss
We've all been there. Months of cutting calories, exercising and that extra weight just won't go anywhere. It is a very frustrating situation. There can be several things causing those stubborn pounds to stick around. The first place to look is the thyroid. The thyroid influences all of the metabolic processes in the body. A thyroid that is not functioning properly can cause unexplained weight gain or loss. It can also thwart your weight loss efforts.
Besides checking with your medical doctor there are 4 things that you can do right now to nudge those extra pounds away.
Keep a Food Journal
1. Keep a food journal. You might think you are cutting calories every day. The question is are you counting every little calorie that goes into your mouth? What about the nibble here and there? All calories count. The best way to make sure is to keep a food journal. Research shows that dieters that keep food journals or more likely to reach weight loss goals than those that don't
There are many websites online that will help you calculate calories of the food you eat, especially if you eat out a lot. Even restaurant websites are posting online calorie counts for menu items.