It’s called weight cycling, or yo-yo dieting, but no matter which name you call it, one thing is certain: it’s all bad for you. It happens like this: people get on a diet, loose a little weight and then shortly after gain the weight back (usually even more). They become depressed at their failure, feeling even worse about themselves, only to go through the same cycle again with another diet, somehow hoping this one will be the answer to losing weight. But, when that new diet fails to produce the results they want, they get their hopes up and try another diet, only to fail again, and then just keep on repeating the negative cycle over, and over again.

It’s clear that diets don’t work: people feel deprived and won’t stick to it. Then why are they tried time and time again? The diet industry spends big money on advertising to convince you that their diet is the one that is going to work for you this time. But, chances are it will be just like the last diet that didn’t work. Perhaps it’s a case of not knowing any better way and hoping for different results. But, serial dieting can be very counterproductive to long-term weight loss goals, and also damaging to your health.

How does one step off the merry-go-round of endless dieting and break the cycle?

For thousands of people, the combination of a Slimband® and a new approach to weight management has been the real solution they have been seeking – and failing to find – during their frustrating years trapped in the viscous cycle of yo-yo dieting.

How to Stop the Negative Cycle of Diets:

• Eat smaller meals more frequently, consisting of whole, natural foods, nutrient-rich, which should be lower in calories and fat. More than 3 small meals a day is good, so aim for about 6. This will keep your metabolism working at peak efficiency.
• Getting enough sleep is one of the often-overlooked factors in maintaining a healthy weight. Deep, restful sleep regulates hormones in the body responsible for weight control.
• Exercise regularly to burn extra calories. Include strength training to build muscle, which will take more calories to maintain and get you into a health positive cycle! Don’t forget about cardio exercise, which is essential for good heart/lungs/circulatory health.
• Drink plenty of water and avoid dehydrating caffeine drinks.
• Make moderate, long-term weight loss your goal.

A consultation with a Slimband® representative will outline how you can put these steps into practice in conjunction with a Slimband®, and whether Slimband® is right for you.