subject: The Emotional Aspects Of Dieting [print this page] Losing weight is not easyLosing weight is not easy. If it was, no one would be overweight. Most of us with weight problems know what we need to do to lose our excess pounds, but it can be difficult to get started and then keep at a new diet.
There are definite emotional and psychological aspects to dieting that we need to take into account and not just ignore if we are to be successful in our efforts. Sometimes just being aware that these issues exist and accepting them as normal is all we need to do to continue our successful weight loss efforts.
For example, when you first start on a diet, you might notice that you become obsessed with food. All you might want to do is eat and you may find yourself focusing on the various foods that you told yourself you can no longer have.
This is one reason the HCG drops diet can be so effective. Although people eat far fewer calories than they typically did while on the diet drops program, there are no true restrictions or forbidden foods.
Also, this might come as a surprise, but for some people, losing weight can be truly frightening. It's scary to start off on a new venture in life, and if there is a chance that one might not be successful, which can be the case with weight loss, it can cause anxiety. Also, many people, even those who are very overweight, have grown comfortable in their bodies. For some people who are heavy they may even have become accustomed to "hiding" behind their extra pounds. In these cases, the concept of getting extra attention from people as a result of their weight loss and looking different can make them feel uneasy.
In a way, losing weight and leaving your old body behind can be like moving from your home. There might be things about your old house that you didnt like and in many ways you know the move is a good thing, but it's still familiar and yours and comfortable. So the change, even though its a good one, can make us anxious.
As we said, losing weight through the HCG diet drops does involve eating fewer calories than normal, and this can require some adjustment. Although some people report feeling more energetic and less hungry while on the diet drops, you still might find yourself thinking about food more often than normal. Some people find themselves picking up cookbooks or tuning into cooking shows that they might not normally watch. Again, this is all normal and if you accept it as part of the emotions that go along with a new diet program it may help you feel better.
When we eat fewer calories than we are used to, our minds might be wondering what is up with our lowered amount of food, even though with the HCG drops diet our fat supplies are being used for calories. Our minds and mouths might not realize this though, thus the increased focus on foods. You might even feel anxious or a bit depressed as you work through these feelings while on the diet drops. But it's okaythese feelings are normal and to be expected. When you feel this way, try going for a walk, talking with a friend, and/or sip on some water, and rest assured with the knowledge that the emotional aspects of dieting with the diet drops is very common and part of the process.
by: John B
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