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Weight Loss PlateauA weight loss plateau is a temporary pause in weight loss. It often occurs during the first 4-6 weeks of following a weight loss diet, although it may reoccur periodically thereafter. It happens to Vegetarians and meat-eaters! What Causes a Weight Loss PlateauSeveral things may cause a weight loss plateau. Sometimes your body simply wants a 'rest' in order to get used to a sudden reduction in calories. This is quite normal when dieting and may well be beneficial. Or, if you reduce your calorie-intake too low (eg. 1200 calories or less) your body may believe that this lack of calories signals lack of food or a famine. Result? It slows down your metabolism (your rate of calorie-expenditure) in order to conserve calories. A weight loss plateau triggered by a reduction in metabolic rate may also be caused by going too long without food. So ideally eat something (e.g. piece of fruit) every 3 hours (women) or 5 hours (men). This reassures your body that food is plentiful and facilitates calorie-expenditure. See also: 10 Diet and Weight Loss QuestionsHow to Overcome a Weight Loss PlateauIn most cases, just be patient - the weight loss plateau will end and weight loss will resume. Alternatively, you may raise your metabolism by increasing your activity level. Boosting your activity level will boost your metabolism and should re-start weight loss. |
Vegetarian Diet InformationVegetarianism
is a healthy option and vegetarian diets can be perfectly healthy eating plans
but care should be taken to ensure optimum nutrition. So, whether following an
ovo-lacto or other type of vegetarian food plan, or vegan diet, for a healthy
body and weight make it a balanced eating plan and take regular exercise. Always
consult a doctor before beginning a weight loss diet or new fitness routine. |
