{"id":59089,"date":"2011-11-17T13:35:48","date_gmt":"2011-11-17T18:35:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=59089"},"modified":"2011-11-17T13:39:28","modified_gmt":"2011-11-17T18:39:28","slug":"4-reasons-to-lose-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/4-reasons-to-lose-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons to Lose Weight"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Whether you have just a few pounds to lose or you are fighting a the battle against obesity, we all know the basic reasons being a healthy weight. We\u2019re not going to talk about how if you lose weight, you will be thin and probably live longer. Those are both great reasons, but let\u2019s take a look at some of the lesser known benefits of losing weight.<\/p>\n

1. A Better State of Mind<\/strong><\/p>\n

While improving your self-esteem is certainly an amazing aspect of losing weight, it goes beyond that. If you find yourself in a bit of a slump or may even depressed, you could go to your family doctor and they may prescribe you an antidepressant. Or, if you exercise on a regular basis, the endorphins<\/a><\/strong> released may just do the trick naturally. If you are feeling depressed, this is not an endorsement of avoiding your doctor, so always contact a health professional if you feel it\u2019s serious enough… you just may find the solution without a prescription.<\/p>\n

2. Better Skin<\/strong><\/p>\n

We’re all concerned about our appearance. That’s why the beauty industry brings in huge sums. While you can spend your money on concealers and other make-up tricks, there\u2019s a good chance that if you eat right and exercise your skin will be naturally clear and supple.<\/p>\n

3. Diabetes Can Be Reversed<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you aren\u2019t diabetic, losing weight will decrease your chances of becoming one. If you already have type 2 diabetes<\/a><\/strong>, then it may not be too late to turn things around. Exercising and eating right can give you a new lease on life and actually reverse diabetes. That\u2019s right, you can be symptom-free by changing your lifestyle.<\/p>\n

4. Improve Asthma and Allergies<\/strong><\/p>\n

At first glance, weight loss and allergies seem totally unrelated, but Michael Wald, MD, an integrated medicine specialist in Mount Kisco, New York, says they are:<\/p>\n

“For some people, being overweight contributes to worsened asthma and allergies. It puts a burden on the adrenal glands, which are involved in managing asthma and allergies. Being overweight is also a strain upon the respiratory system and can exacerbate asthma symptoms.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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