Stuck on the scale? Ditch these weight loss mistakes.

             Written by: Deepa Sarkar

Losing weight is more than eating less, moving more. Don't delve into these common pitfalls that could be blocking your progress or sabotaging your goals!

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Let's discover the 5 most common mistakes people make while trying to lose weight  

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While skipping meals may sound like a nice shortcut, it only slows your metabolism and causes you to overeat later. Instead, eat a balanced meal at regular intervals.

Skipping Meals

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''Low-fat" and "sugar-free" labels can be misleading. Such food labels may be hiding extra calories or additives that halt your weight loss. 

Over-Reliance on Diet Foods

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Poor sleep disrupts hunger hormones & increases cravings for unhealthy food.   Try to sleep for 7-8 hours every night.

Inconsistent Sleep Schedule

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Protein intake makes your stomach full & boosts metabolism. However, Low protein intake may cause muscle loss & increase cravings. Include protein in every meal.

Not Eating Enough Protein

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Too many hours of cardio with zero strength training could provoke muscle loss. Weight resistance training along with aerobics would burn fat even better.

Relying Solely on Cardio

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Daily weighing could mislead due to water fluctuations. Instead, focus on how your clothes fit and how you feel.

Weighing Yourself Too Often

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Consistency beats perfection. Avoid these common traps and focus on building healthy, sustainable habits for results that truly last.

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