10 reasons why you’re not losing weight

Your sleep routine Getting more than nine hours of sleep can lead to weight gain due to hormonal changes affecting appetite and energy levels, impacting workouts too.

Dehydration Drinking between two and six cups of water daily can aid weight loss by satisfying thirst without adding calories, reducing the likelihood of consuming sugary drinks.

Irregular eating schedules Spacing out meals too much slows metabolism, leading to overeating and potential weight gain. Eating smaller portions more frequently can help.

Eating out too often Eating most meals at restaurants can make weight management challenging due to hidden calories, contributing to potential weight gain over time.

Sitting all day Sedentary lifestyles can disrupt hunger cues, leading to overeating and weight gain. Regular short exercise breaks can help maintain health.

Regular Aerobic Exercise Spend at least 30 minutes per day running, swimming, or cycling.

You overdo the alcohol Excessive alcohol consumption adds extra calories and can contribute to weight gain, especially with frequent heavy drinking.

Stress gives you snack attacks Stress-induced eating can lead to unhealthy snacking habits and unnecessary calorie intake, affecting weight management.

You make quick food decisions Unplanned eating of fast food or sugary snacks can lead to weight gain as these foods are low in fibre and are metabolised quickly, causing overconsumption.

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