How to lose weight in a healthy and realistic way
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Gaining weight isn’t just about “eating too much.” Many factors influence it, and understanding them helps you choose the best path to lose weight in a healthy way.
Causes of weight gain and how to address them
Understanding the reasons is key to dealing with it properly
Gaining weight is not just about “eating more.” There are many contributing factors, and understanding them helps you choose the best path for healthy weight loss.
Main causes of excess weight:
- Unbalanced diet: excess of ultra-processed foods, sugars, and alcohol
- Sedentary lifestyle: spending many hours sitting
- Stress or anxiety: increases appetite and cravings for junk food
- Hormonal imbalances: such as hypothyroidism or insulin resistance
- Poor sleep: sleeping less than 6 hours affects hunger-regulating hormones
How to deal with them:
- Improve your eating habits with professional guidance
- Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity daily
- Sleep between 7 and 8 hours per night
- Work on your emotional relationship with food
A Holistic Approach: Beyond Just Dieting
It’s not about eating less, but eating better
What actually works:
- Fresh vegetables and fruits every day
- Lean proteins (chicken, fish, eggs, legumes)
- Healthy fats: olive oil, avocado, nuts
- Complex carbohydrates: oats, brown rice, lentils
Avoid:
- Extreme or highly restrictive diets
- Supplements without medical supervision
- Skipping meals or avoiding dinner
Eat every 3 to 4 hours. It helps control emotional hunger. Dr. Ricard Sorio
Medical options for weight loss: When to consider them
When excess weight begins to affect your health or if you’ve tried everything without lasting results there are clinical alternatives that can help.
Bariatric Surgery
Recommended for:
- People with a BMI over 40
- People with a BMI over 35 who also have diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea
Gastric Balloon
Un método no quirúrgico y temporal que ocupa espacio en el estómago para generar saciedad.
Recommended for:
- People with moderate obesity
- Those who need a kick-start to build healthier habits
- Duration: 6 to 12 months
Pharmacological treatment
Medications approved by healthcare professionals:
- Orlistat: blocks the absorption of some dietary fat
- Liraglutide or Semaglutide: reduce appetite and promote satiety
- Phentermine: an appetite suppressant that must be used under strict medical supervision due to potential side effects
The Role of the mind in weight loss
Very often, we don’t eat because of physical hunger, but due to boredom, anxiety, or intense emotions.
How can you break that pattern?
- Learn to identify whether your hunger is physical or emotional
- Use tools like journaling or meditation
- Practice mindful eating: eat without screens, savor each bite
- Consider psychological support if you struggle to control impulses
Real-Life weight ñoss stories
At EGOS Clinic, we specialize in weight loss. Every year, we help dozens of patients reach their ideal weight with professional, personalized care.