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Gymming & Exercise - Why It's A False Promise In Case Of Weight Loss?

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Dr. Samir AnadkatDietitian/Nutritionist • 29 Years Exp.fellowship in diabetes, Professional Training in Mind Body Medicine, Professional Training in Mind Body Medicine, MS, MBBS
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If only losing weight was as easy as gaining it, people would have been a lot happier in their lives. Maintaining a healthy body weight has become very important. In addition to the physical discomfort, being obese or overweight can invite innumerable health complications. From diabetes to cardiac problems, menstrual problems to reproductive disorders, the list is endless. Unhealthy lifestyle habits and practices make things even worse. As per a survey, obesity is on a mercurial rise, wreaking havoc like never before. The condition is particularly affecting children and teenagers. It can often be really painful to see them suffer so much because of obesity.

Since time immemorial, we were made to believe that physical activities such as exercise and gymming play a pivotal role, assisting millions of people to lose weight effectively. Nobody ever felt the need to challenge the credibility of this fact. We were too happy to follow the belief blindly. The hardcore fitness freaks swear by the health benefits of exercises and gymming. Now here comes a shocker, recent studies suggest that exercise or gymming does little to help you shed the extra pounds. Yes, you heard it right! Research in the UK and USA have come up with this shocking fact that is sure to break many hearts.

There is no denying the fact that exercise and gymming is a healthy practice. People with cardiac problems, dementia, anxiety, to name a few, definitely benefit from exercises. It has made pregnancy a lot easier for many pregnant women. However, when it comes to weight loss, the contribution is almost negligible. Many people have the misconception that obesity is mainly due to lack of physical activity and exercise. If that was the case then physically fit people would never put on any weight, which is not always the case. Obesity can be an indication and an outcome of some serious health complications, such as PCOS (PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome), hypothyroidism, cushing's syndrome, to name a few. In such cases, exercise may help to lose some weight, but only when supplemented along with proper medications and treatment.


Many health and fitness institutes and organizations guarantee 100% success and fruitful results for people dealing with obesity. It would be extremely foolish on your part to buy their words without getting yourself medically examined. A timely diagnosis and treatment will automatically be helpful to deal with the situation better. Gymming or exercise helps to lose weight when amalgamated with a proper diet and healthy lifestyle practices. A strong determination and willpower are equally important for weight loss.

Losing weight may be difficult, but not impossible. Have patience, lead a healthy life, eat a healthy and balanced diet. Exercise, but do not depend on it to work miracles for you. If you wish to discuss about any specific problem, you can consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist.


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