It also increases the likelihood that your body will become deficient in essential vitamins and minerals. Put a tablespoon of mustard on your sandwich each day instead of mayonnaise, and you lose about nine pounds in a year. Increasing your physical activity is important, too and not just vigorous exercise. You'll get almost the same weight-loss benefit whether you walk a mile or run it. Even simple activities, like making beds and working in the garden, will help you lose weight if you do them regularly.
Consistency is the key to success.
Pay attention to nutrition, also. Your body requires certain vitamins and minerals to metabolize the foods you eat. B-vitamins are needed to convert food into energy your body can use. Chromium helps your body maintain a normal blood sugar level. Vanadium helps you metabolize carbohydrates.