There are many unpleasant side effects from dieting off and on most of your adult life, such as:
- Dieting causes emotional stress. Constantly having to watch what one eats leads to irritability, headaches, and insomnia.
- Unsupervised dieting can lead to serious physical complications. That’s why it’s important to get your physician’s approval.
- Excessive dieting leads to a backlash known as compulsive eating. Because the dieter is depriving him or herself of food that is enjoyed or that the body needs, the tendency is to psychologically crave those foods even more. Often these cravings are satisfied by binging or overeating.
So when does dieting really work? Of course you should start by getting your doctor’s approval. However, if you consistently struggle to keep the weight off you should request the assistance of a mental health professional who is trained in methods of permanent weight control. It’s not easy to change an ingrained lifestyle but if you use a psychologist as your coach you can do it. If you live in or near the Portland, Oregon or Vancouver, Washington area please contact us to set up an appointment.
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