Why dieting in the New Year could be dangerous
| Jan 4, 2020, 09:43 IST
An NHS doctor in the UK warns against going on a trendy diet in January 2020. Fad, quick-fix solutions weight loss techniques could do more harm than good, according to the expert.
Making small changes with the help of a balanced diet and moderate exercise is a healthier approach to becoming a better you.
Professor Stephen Powis warns people not to indulge in diet pills and appetite suppressants as it can have damaging side-effects that could be dangerous. "New Year’s Resolutions are a great time to make a change, but the reality is there’s a slim chance of success with diet pills and detox teas – and people could end up doing more harm than good," Professor Powis told a news portal.
Dr Atkinson further explained: "The continuous flushing out of your system means you may not be absorbing vital nutrients to stay healthy, you could become dehydrated, you’ll feel uncomfortable and it’s an unsustainable diet plan."
It is important not to restrict your food intake. Instead, opt to consume fruits, vegetables and fibre-rich foods. "You should speak to your GP about your intentions to lose weight so they can give you some guidance on the best practices to do so. With weight loss, it’s a marathon rather than a sprint so you need to be patient with your journey," Dr Atkinson told a news portal.
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Making small changes with the help of a balanced diet and moderate exercise is a healthier approach to becoming a better you.
Professor Stephen Powis warns people not to indulge in diet pills and appetite suppressants as it can have damaging side-effects that could be dangerous. "New Year’s Resolutions are a great time to make a change, but the reality is there’s a slim chance of success with diet pills and detox teas – and people could end up doing more harm than good," Professor Powis told a news portal.
Dr Atkinson further explained: "The continuous flushing out of your system means you may not be absorbing vital nutrients to stay healthy, you could become dehydrated, you’ll feel uncomfortable and it’s an unsustainable diet plan."
It is important not to restrict your food intake. Instead, opt to consume fruits, vegetables and fibre-rich foods. "You should speak to your GP about your intentions to lose weight so they can give you some guidance on the best practices to do so. With weight loss, it’s a marathon rather than a sprint so you need to be patient with your journey," Dr Atkinson told a news portal.
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