
We call it a journey because that is what it is. Wellness doesn’t happen overnight. There will be ups and downs and even those dreaded plateaus as you lose weight. Each day will be different and routines or regimens may have to be altered to continue your march toward success.
Even after you have success with weight loss, you still have to face the reality of keeping it off. You have to choose wellness and start making behavior-modifying decisions that will last long after you have achieved your desired weight. Simply put, to lose weight you have to actually want to lose weight—you must be willing to make the effort, period!
Once you have determined that you are ready to commit to your wellness, it’s time to decide how to achieve it. We have categorized and compiled a list of popular diet and weight loss programs from fad diets to intense weight loss programs below. This list includes information, reviews and, wherever possible, testimonials for the particular diet. After reviewing, be sure to consult with your physician prior to starting any diet or exercise program.
- Fad Diets
- Detox Diets and Juice Fasts
- Blood Type Diets
- Low Carb Diets
- Low Glycemic Index Diets
- Low Fat Diets
- Low Calorie Diets
- Online Diets
- Religious Diets
- Weight Loss Centers
- Meal Replacement Shakes
Remember, there is no magic pill or formula to achieve weight loss. Your wellness begins with a decision that then leads to action toward healthy living. By taking control of your health, you are giving yourself and your family the greatest gift—increased well-being.
To increase chances for achieving long-term weight loss, Your Return to Health encourages you to address the body as a whole. This includes the obvious physical issues of obesity and low fitness levels, but also includes often overlooked psychological reasons for weight gain and poor body maintenance. For that reason, we recommend that you journal your feelings as well as food intake on a daily basis to help you identify triggers that often saboutage weight loss.