Different Problems, Different Solutions
You know how weight loss works: Eat less and move more. But if it were truly that simple, two-thirds of American adults wouldn’t be overweight or obese right now, with corresponding health woes ranging from diabetes to heart disease to some forms of cancer.
“The reasons we carry excess weight depend on our culture, our habits, our genes, and our psyches,” says John Bagnulo, nutritionist at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. “Only by examining both the physical and psychological reasons can you find what works for you.”
We spoke with several weight-loss experts to identify the most common reasons people struggle with their weight. Identify your biggest obstacle (or obstacles) on the following slides, and use the suggested strategies to start your summer off right.
