W8MD’s 8 fast weight loss steps

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Here are 8 steps for fast weight loss from W8MD in a safe and healthy way.

Fast weight Loss step 1

Check your BMI using an online BMI calculator. Go to CDC.gov and find the BMI calculator on the right side of the page, put in your information, and find out your BMI.

Fast weight Loss step 2

2. Get a measuring tape and measure your waist circumference in the most prominent part of the belly. Also measure the hip circumference. If you are male and have a waist of over 40 inches in the most prominent part, if you are a female and have a waist of over 36 inches, you may have underlying insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome that may be causing your weight gain, especially in the belly and upper part of the body. (For Asians, the threshold is 35 inches for men and 31 inches for women)

Fast Weight Loss Step 3.

Check if you meet the criteria for metabolic syndrome.

Fast Weight Loss Step 4.

Find a weight loss program that accepts health insurance (if you have health insurance)

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Weight Loss Step 5.

Consult with an Obesity Medicine Trained Physician knowledgeable about metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and other causes for weight gain and can help you lose weight safely and effectively using evidence based methods.

Fast Weight Loss Step 6.

Start a Low Calorie or Very Low Calorie Diet Plan that cuts you calories by about 500-1000 calories a day so you can lose about 1-2 pounds a week.

Fast Weight Loss Step 7.

Start walking or other low to moderate insensitivity exercise program. Understand that exercise alone is useless for weight loss but in combination with a reduced calorie diet, it helps.

Fast Weight Loss Step 8.

Start a behavior change plan to help you stay on track with your goals.