{"id":20168,"date":"2021-03-29T17:47:52","date_gmt":"2021-03-29T17:47:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=20168"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"first-signs-of-losing-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"First Signs Of Losing Weight: Here&#8217;s How To Make Sure You&#8217;re On The Right Track"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#The_Healthy_Weight_Loss_Concept\" >The Healthy Weight Loss Concept<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Unhealthy_Weight_Loss_Risks\" >Unhealthy Weight Loss Risks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Gallstones\" >Gallstones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Malnutrition\" >Malnutrition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Dehydration\" >Dehydration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Electrolyte_Imbalances\" >Electrolyte Imbalances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Side_Effects\" >Side Effects<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight_Healthily\" >First Signs Of Losing Weight Healthily<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#A_Drop_In_The_Scale\" >A Drop In The Scale<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Maintaining_a_Calorie_Deficit\" >Maintaining a Calorie Deficit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Eating_Healthy_Meals\" >Eating Healthy Meals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Changes_In_Your_Body_Measurements\" >Changes In Your Body Measurements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#A_Better_Fit_Of_Clothes\" >A Better Fit Of Clothes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Muscle_Definition\" >Muscle Definition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Changes_In_Your_Active_Levels\" >Changes In Your Active Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Better_And_Improved_Health\" >Better And Improved Health<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Heart_Health\" >Improved Heart Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Reduced_Cancer_Risk\" >Reduced Cancer Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Memory\" >Improved Memory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Mood\" >Improved Mood<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#A_Better_Sleeping_Pattern\" >A Better Sleeping Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#A_Better_Eating_Pattern\" >A Better Eating Pattern<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/first-signs-of-losing-weight\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to any weight loss journey, motivation plays a significant role. Both men and women need some hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Such hope keeps them pressing on, no matter how challenging the journey becomes. Knowing the first signs of losing weight may help in giving them such hope. The problem is that most people do not know any of these signs beyond a drop in their weight.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are so many signs you can look out for and determine if you are on the right path or not. They do not only consist of physical signs. This perhaps might explain why most people miss them since they are looking for the first physical signs of weight loss. The signs are well-rounded and can be mental as well as emotional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will discuss some vital first signs to look out for, indicating that you are losing weight. Surprisingly, they are all hidden in plain sight. Take a look!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oat-smoothie-weight-loss\/\">Oat Smoothie Weight Loss: Give Your Busy Mornings A Much-Need Nutritional Boost<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Healthy_Weight_Loss_Concept\"><\/span><b>The Healthy Weight Loss Concept<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we even discuss the signs, let us first evaluate what weight loss entails. When it comes to shedding pounds, most of us want to do so in a jiffy. You perhaps might have heard or also wanted to lose weight in two weeks or less just before an important event. It could have been your prom, birthday, or wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unhealthy_Weight_Loss_Risks\"><\/span>Unhealthy Weight Loss Risks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reality is that rapid weight loss is very dangerous to your health. Besides involving in extreme <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workouts-that-burn-1000-calories\/\">exercise<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-keto-diet\/\">diet<\/a> efforts, it also raises various health risks. According to WebMD, rapid weight loss is associated with the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/guide\/rapid-weight-loss#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31474 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4391-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4391.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4391-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4391.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4391.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gallstones\"><\/span><b>Gallstones<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are most likely to occur in 12 to 25% of individuals who have shed tremendous weight in a short duration.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Malnutrition\"><\/span><b>Malnutrition<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also likely to occur if you limit certain nutrients\u2019 intake. In most cases, it occurs due to low protein intake for various weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dehydration\"><\/span><b>Dehydration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also likely to occur but is also easily preventable through frequent consumption of water.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electrolyte_Imbalances\"><\/span><b>Electrolyte Imbalances<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may also occur and can be life-threatening.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29739 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/9-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects\"><\/span><b>Side Effects<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such as headaches, muscle loss, hair loss, water and lean tissue loss, fatigue, irritability, dizziness, constipation, and menstrual irregularities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such concerns make experts want to advocate healthy weight loss. Healthy weight loss tends to be slow and sustainable. It does not involve unrealistic goals such as losing 10 pounds in 10 days. It is more long-term and advocates for long-term changes in your diet, movement, and thinking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy weight loss targets losing 5 to 10% of your body weight with a 6-month duration (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/303409\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It means that if you weigh 160 pounds, then your goal should be losing 8 pounds. Similarly, if you weigh 200 pounds, then target shedding 10 pounds, which is roughly 4.5 kgs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/symptoms\/unexplained-weight-loss\/basics\/definition\/sym-20050700\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the pace may appear to be quite slow, it is, however, safe. You will not experience any of the other health risks from the pace of such a program. Additionally, such a pace can help you maintain your weight loss program over the long run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The changes you notice with such a weight loss program are deemed sustainable. However, in a rapid weight loss journey, such changes tend to be short-term. You may end up gaining all the weight back after breaking your back to lose it, and in a very short time frame.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29401 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight_Healthily\"><\/span><b>First Signs Of Losing Weight Healthily<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned earlier, the key is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-days-vegan-diet\/\">losing weight<\/a> safely and in a healthy manner and not just quickly. So, if you take up a reasonable weight loss program, you should notice any one of the following signs:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Drop_In_The_Scale\"><\/span><b>A Drop In The Scale<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, most people turn to the scale to determine if they have dropped some pounds. It is a popular way to determine if your weight loss journey is progressing or if it is at a plateau. However, it is not something you need to do every other day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using the healthy weight loss concept, Mayo Clinic acknowledges that you may lose either one or two pounds in a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/fast-weight-loss\/faq-20058289\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, if you weigh yourself after two weeks, you might notice a drop in either two or four pounds. This may seem like little in results but it is not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not beat yourself if this is not what you expected. Remember that one pound of fat (roughly 0.45 kgs) has 3, 500 calories. To lose it one week, you will need to burn at least 500 extra calories daily. By the end of the week, you will be able to burn 3, 500 calories (500 calories x 7 days) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/fast-weight-loss\/faq-20058289\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can hit such a target in various ways. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33345 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4838.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_a_Calorie_Deficit\"><\/span><b>Maintaining a Calorie Deficit<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first practical method to help in attaining such a goal is maintaining a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/500-calorie-deficit\/\">calorie deficit<\/a>. This means consuming fewer calories than your body burns. You will have to determine your daily or weekly calorie intake before you can create a calorie deficit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Medical News Today, you are not supposed to create a calorie deficit that exceeds 7, 000 calories weekly (1,000 calories per day) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/calorie-deficit#creating-a-deficit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, seek professional advice and help when you start working on a calorie deficit.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eating_Healthy_Meals\"><\/span><b>Eating Healthy Meals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also manage to lose either one or two pounds a week by eating healthier meals. Focus on healthful meals and snacks that range within your daily calorie intake. They should consist of 50% fruit and vegetables, 25% protein, and 25% whole grains (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/303409\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29513 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/7-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changes_In_Your_Body_Measurements\"><\/span><b>Changes In Your Body Measurements<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the first physical signs you will notice, indicating <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-should-a-60-year-old-woman-eat-to-lose-weight\/\">weight loss<\/a>, is a change in your body measurements. This tends to be more telling compared to the scale. Due to this, most people prefer using body measurements instead of the scale to track their weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before starting your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/resting-calories\/\">weight loss<\/a> journey, you will be required to take various body measurements. For example, measure your waist-to-hip ratio. Your waistline tends to be quite telling on how close or far you are to a healthy weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to WebMD, your waist sheds light on the fat around your belly, which is associated with numerous health conditions. For instance, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/healthy-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For men, your waistline should not be more than 40 inches. On the other hand, a woman\u2019s waistline should not exceed 35 inches if you are not pregnant (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/healthy-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Therefore, if you notice that your waist size is shrinking, then it means you are on the right path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You do not have to go to a professional to determine such measurements such as your waist size. You can simply buy a measuring tape and then follow these steps to record your waist size (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/healthy-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand upright and wrap the measuring tape around your waist. Target the area just above your hip bones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not press the tape on your skin such that it is tight. Instead, let it be snug.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the measurements just after you exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, like the scale, you do not need to take such body measurements daily. You can limit the measurements to monthly or after every two weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38837 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Better_Fit_Of_Clothes\"><\/span><b>A Better Fit Of Clothes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, when you lose extra pounds, you tend to fit differently and better into your clothes. Instead of squeezing into your jeans, you will notice that they will slide on smoothly. Similarly, you might notice that the muffin tops that used to form when you wear jeans are either disappearing or reducing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such changes can be quite motivating, especially if you were on the verge of giving up. They tend to be more telling about the progression of your weight loss journey, even before you jump on the scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-rewards\/\">Weight Loss Rewards: Find Out Healthy Non-Food Options To Keep You Motivated On Your Journey<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Muscle_Definition\"><\/span><b>Muscle Definition<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle definition is also among the first physical signs of losing weight that you may notice. For some, it may take weeks and for others, it may take months. We all build muscle at different rates due to factors such as genetics, sex, and age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, faster results are guaranteed if you take up a challenging, consistent, and long-term exercise regime (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/319151\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You are advised to take on a strength training program if your goal is building muscle mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, Medical News Today acknowledges that the muscle definition observed will be dependent on the existing muscle mass. The more visible muscle present at the start of such a routine, the more changes will be noticed during the exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320769#strength-training\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33388 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4851.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4851.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4851-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4851.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changes_In_Your_Active_Levels\"><\/span><b>Changes In Your Active Levels<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most recommended practices that aid in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/kilocalories-vs-calories\/\">weight loss is exercise<\/a>. Regular exercise allows your body to burn more calories, a process that is vital for fat loss. For successful weight loss, you are required to stay consistent in your exercise program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Likewise, with time, you are required to increase the frequency and intensity of your workout routines. Slowly and gradually increasing the intensity, duration, and amount of exercise helps with sustainable weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/walking\/faq-20058345#:~:text=Physical%20activity%2C%20such%20as%20walking,more%20calories%20you'll%20burn.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you do this, you will notice some changes in your active levels. You will slowly accomplish things that you could not. For example, if you could not take the stairs to the third floor, you will notice that you now can.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, if you could not walk for more than 10 minutes, you will notice that you now can even take brisk walks for 30 minutes. Such minor changes indicate that you are on the right path to losing weight and staying fit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also promote weight loss. For example, taking brisk walks ranks as a cardiovascular activity that also helps your body burn more calories. Walking for 30 minutes daily helps you burn an extra 150 calories or more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/walking\/faq-20058345#:~:text=Physical%20activity%2C%20such%20as%20walking,more%20calories%20you'll%20burn.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you increase your pace and duration, you might end up losing more calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33008 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/11-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/11-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/11-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/11-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/11-1.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_And_Improved_Health\"><\/span><b>Better And Improved Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another sign that you are <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-diet-plan\/\">losing weight<\/a> safely and effectively is improved health. People who are obese or have an excessive amount of body fat tend to report numerous medical problems. Such problems increase your risk of more fatal health conditions including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/obesity\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20375742\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart diseases and strokes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancers of the cervix, breast, rectum, colon, uterus, endometrium, ovary, gallbladder, esophagus, pancreas, liver, prostate, and kidney<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoarthritis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestive problems such as heartburns, liver problems, and gallbladder disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gynecological and sexual problems<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Intense sweat sessions, working weight loss tips, lip-smacking recipes come in one package with the BetterMe app. And all of it is at your fingertips, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\">start transforming your life<\/a> now!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, risks for all these health issues tend to reduce when you make efforts to lose weight. Because you are eating healthy and exercising regularly, you tend to reap numerous health benefits. Let us evaluate some health benefits you acquire from such practices:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32151 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4422-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4422.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4422-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4422.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4422.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Heart_Health\"><\/span><b>Improved Heart Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss involves eating healthy meals. Most of these meals include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, low fat or fat-free dairy products, and fiber. Such food sources have been known to reduce blood pressure or hypertension. This is among the major health concerns in the U.S. associated with heart failure, stroke, and heart attacks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322268\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Cancer_Risk\"><\/span><b>Reduced Cancer Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most healthy meals tend to be rich in antioxidants. Consuming foods with antioxidants protects your cells from damage, thereby reducing your cancer risk. Such foods include dark leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, carrots, pumpkin, and berries.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Memory\"><\/span><b>Improved Memory<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy diet helps in the maintenance of cognition and brain health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322268\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Such a diet includes plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, polyphenols, flavonoids, and vitamins C, E and D.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Mood\"><\/span><b>Improved Mood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising and eating healthy tends to improve your mood. Medical News Today states that eating a diet with a low glycemic load can reduce symptoms of fatigue and depression (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322268\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Likewise, exercising also triggers good hormones that tend to leave you in a better mood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38690 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351-1024x576.png\" alt=\"first signs of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5351.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Better_Sleeping_Pattern\"><\/span><b>A Better Sleeping Pattern<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Mayo Clinic, many obese people tend to experience sleep apnea. It is a detrimental sleeping disorder where breathing tends to repeatedly stop and start during sleep (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/obesity\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20375742\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It happens when during sleep, the throat and tongue muscles become more relaxed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This particular soft tissue may block the airway. This is to mean that sleep apnea increases your mortality risk. However, when you lose weight, you tend to reduce your risk of sleep apnea and its associated mortality and breathing problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-what-happens-when-you-lose-lot-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Similarly, you tend to get better rest and generally improve your sleeping pattern.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Better_Eating_Pattern\"><\/span><b>A Better Eating Pattern<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another sign that you are losing weight is an improvement in your eating patterns. In most cases, people who are not trying to lose weight do not have a standard eating pattern. They may eat at any time and whatever is available to them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, dieting is imperative for weight loss. With time, you will start noticing that you snack less and eat certain food portions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/live-updates-coronavirus-covid-19#4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Such food patterns do not contribute to weight gain. Instead, they may help you maintain a calorie deficit and promote weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=First_Signs_Of_Losing_Weight\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You do not have to drop weight fast to notice some changes proving you are losing weight. Rapid weight loss has fatal health risks and its results are not sustainable. The key to losing weight in face, waist, and overall body is taking up a healthy and safe weight loss journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such a journey does not entail unrealistic goals or efforts. Instead, it is quite practical and assures long-term results. With such a program, you will notice some first signs of losing weight such as changes in your body measurements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also report a better mood, sleeping pattern, muscle definition, and improved health. If you notice such changes, keep going. This means that your weight loss program is indeed working.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/303409\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 tips for successful weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/walking\/faq-20058345#:~:text=Physical%20activity%2C%20such%20as%20walking,more%20calories%20you'll%20burn.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I lose weight if my only exercise is walking?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320769#strength-training\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does it take to build muscle?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/319151\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to build muscle with exercise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/live-updates-coronavirus-covid-19#4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to follow a healthful diet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/calorie-deficit#creating-a-deficit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to safely and effectively create a calorie deficit for weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/obesity\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20375742\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/guide\/rapid-weight-loss#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid Weight Loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/symptoms\/unexplained-weight-loss\/basics\/definition\/sym-20050700\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unexplained weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322268\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the benefits of eating healthy?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-what-happens-when-you-lose-lot-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Happens When You Lose A Lot of Weight<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/obesity\/healthy-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is a Healthy Weight?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/fast-weight-loss\/faq-20058289\">Why do doctors recommend a slow rate of weight loss? What\u2019s wrong with fast weight loss?<\/a> (2020, mayoclinic.org)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to any weight loss journey, motivation plays a significant role. Both men and women need some hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Such hope keeps them pressing on, no matter how challenging the journey becomes. 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