How come I’m not losing weight?
Weight is dependent on how many calories we eat compared to how many calories we burn. If you are eating a healthy diet and exercising with no change in weight, then you are in energy balance. While you may be eating right, you are taking in the same number of calories as you are burning. Also, if you are exercising, you are probably losing fat and building muscle. However, muscle is denser than fat. While you may not be losing weight, you are increasing muscle tone, improving your cardiovascular health, and reducing your risk for diabetes and cancer. You should certainly continue to eat a healthy diet and exercise. However, to lose weight, you need to reduce the total number of calories you are eating each day and increase the amount of exercise or physical activity. 2) How much water should I drink if I’m trying to lose 20 pounds? Water alone is not the answer to losing weight. However, water is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. We need at least six to eight 8-ounce glasses o
