01/06/2026
Tired of the same old "eat less, move more" advice? 🥱 I promise you, this list doesn’t include that.
As a doctor, these are 5 sustainable weight-loss tips I share with my patients that most people don’t expect:
1️⃣ *Make sure you’re losing weight for your HEALTH. 🏥*
Your “why” matters—for both starting and maintaining a weight loss journey. I don’t cater to the voices telling people to lose weight just to look a certain way. Focus on how you feel.
2️⃣ *Strength train at least 2-3 times a week. 🏋️♀️*
People drastically underestimate the importance of resistance training. The more lean muscle mass you have, the higher your metabolism—meaning you burn more calories just by living.
3️⃣ *Manage your stress. 🧘♀️*
High stress levels spike our cortisol, which signals the body to hold onto fat, especially around the midsection. Go to therapy, find joyful hobbies, meditate, practice yoga, and nurture meaningful social connections. (I’ve literally had patients only start seeing significant progress when they quit a job they hated!)
4️⃣ *Eliminate alcohol. 🍷*
Aside from being a literal carcinogen, alcohol is packed with empty calories that increase the risk of unhealthy fat gain around the midsection. It also severely disrupts your sleep, which directly throws off your stress management.
5️⃣ *Focus on adding MORE to your diet, not less. 🥗*
Highly restrictive diets are a recipe for disaster when it comes to sustainable weight loss. Instead of exhausting yourself with calorie counting or eliminating entire food groups, focus on adding *MORE protein, MORE fiber, and MORE fruits/veggies.*
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