Improving Mood With Weight Loss
Feeling grumpy? Are you experiencing a chronic bad mood
? Do you feel like there's nothing to do about it? Well...according to the Society for the Study of Ingested Behavior you might want to consider weight loss. Depressed individuals participating in a study who lost weight actually experienced a mood improvement as a result of the weight loss.
Throughout the 6 month study (behavioral weight loss program) 51 participants, some depressed and some non-depressed, followed a supervised weight loss program. The program followed was based on lifestyle modifications and meal replacements. Weight loss amongst the participants varied. But the average weight loss amongst the depressed participants was 8% and the average weight loss amongst participants who were not depressed was 11%.
Obesity/overweight issues and depression are both risk factors for stroke and heart disease. This study indicated that there was a definite possibility to eliminate them both simultaneously. This abrupt decrease in risk factors is recognized as a drastic health benefit.
The better mood as a benefit of weight loss is a very desirable benefit for many. But it's not the only one that comes with weight loss. Depressed participants of the study also saw a decrease in triglycerides. Since they, too, are a common risk factor for both stroke and heart disease their reduction served as another health benefit in favor of weight loss.
Testimonials from those who have successfully gone through weight loss programs often list a variety of benefits that were evident once they had lost weight. Many experience a new love of life. Many experience increased activity levels. Many experience better mood. Many experience increased energy. These are common phrases that pop up throughout a large portion of weight loss testimonials. And it's because it's true.
In addition to better mood for depressed individuals weight loss has been noted as a beneficial treatment for many with a variety of mental disorders and issues. Those that can benefit from weight loss include those with: anxiety, negative self image, lack of confidence, panic disorder, etc. Studies continue to attempt to define the links between weight loss and various psychiatric disorders.
When the decreased risk for so many common illnesses and diseases is taken into consideration "weight loss" becomes an important portion of the health regime of many. Maintaining a healthy weight definitely improves general health if only by decreasing the probability that individuals will experience bad health.
While there are many ways to increase the general health of an individual...there aren't many as all encompassing or all natural as weight loss. Weight loss in general applies to a large portion of the public and will continue to benefit all who use it to incorporate healthier lifestyle choices and activities into their daily lives.
by: Amelia Handley.
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