1. What are the different weight reduction strategies?
The different weight reduction strategies are
Motivating oneself
Setting realistic weight reduction goals
Enjoying healthier foods
Having long-term commitment
Getting active and stay active
Changing individual perspective
2. Can a dietician or a nutritionist help me lose weight?
Yes, a dietician or a nutritionist will help you lose weight. The dietician will set short-term or long-term goals and will keep encouraging you by planning meals and snacks to improve digestion. They will also help in understanding nutrition information on food labels. The dietician will also help you to choose foods that will make you feel good after the meal.
3. Do I have to stop eating meat to reduce weight?
Yes, you have to stop eating meat to reduce weight. Vegetables and fruits are high in nutrition and contain low calories. Hence, people eating vegetarian food can manage excess weight better compared to those eating non-vegetarian food.
4. Can drinking alcohol hinder the weight loss process?
Yes, alcohol contains extra calories that are stored as fat in the body. Hence, drinking alcohol may hinder the weight loss process.
5. What do doctors prescribe for weight loss?
The doctors most commonly prescribe medicines, such as lorcaserin, liraglutide, orlistat, contrave, phentermine/topiramate
and phentermine, for weight loss.