How to lose weight and not give up trying

Why is weight loss not just an aesthetic issue?

Losing weight should not be a race against the clock for summer, but rather a sustained and conscious change oriented toward physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Body positivity culture has gained ground, but many people still feel the pressure to look good as soon as temperatures rise.

According to nutritionist Clara Rodríguez-Andía Arróspide, "looking good in the mirror and feeling comfortable in your clothes is also well-being," and that explains why weight loss continues to have an important aesthetic component. But beyond that, the important thing is to achieve a sustainable transformation that promotes health and quality of life.

How to lose weight in a healthy way: the comprehensive medical approach

We approach weight as a multifactorial issue. Guided by specialists in endocrinology and nutrition, we design personalized plans that consider the hormonal environment as well as emotional, metabolic, and lifestyle factors.

Dr. Alicia Justel, an endocrinologist, explains it this way: “The goal is not to lose weight quickly, but to establish lasting habit changes that improve metabolism and long-term well-being.”

Why miracle diets do not work

Drastic diets can produce initial weight loss, but they also generate unwanted side effects: loss of muscle mass, a reduced basal metabolic rate, and, in many cases, the dreaded yo-yo effect.

Furthermore, as Rodríguez-Andía explains, these diets end up reinforcing a poor relationship with food and fostering frustration, especially if they are resorted to year after year to “be ready” in time for summer.

The importance of muscle, not just weight

One of the great mistakes when losing weight is focusing only on the number on the scale. Weight can fluctuate and does not accurately reflect the ratio between fat mass and muscle mass. What is really important is reducing body fat while maintaining or even increasing muscle mass, which contributes to improving metabolism and overall health.

Effective strategies: nutrition, exercise, and, in some cases, semaglutide

An effective weight loss plan does not only include healthy eating and physical exercise. In certain cases, pharmacological treatment can be a useful tool. One of the current medical approaches that has shown good results in weight loss is semaglutide, an approved and safe active ingredient that can be part of a comprehensive approach under medical supervision.

Semaglutide acts on the feeling of satiety, which helps to control appetite and facilitates the adoption of healthier eating habits. This treatment is not a magic solution and does not replace habit changes, but it can be an effective tool for certain patient profiles, always after medical evaluation.

Emotional hunger and stress: the great saboteurs of the process

Often we do not eat because of physical hunger, but because of emotions. Emotional hunger, fueled by stress and anxiety, can lead us to consume foods with high caloric content and low nutritional value. Combatting it requires a psychological approach in addition to a nutritional one.

How does the Healthy Weight Program work?

It is a comprehensive and personalized plan, adapted to the real needs of each patient. This program includes:

Continuous monitoring to ensure sustainable results

Full evaluation by an endocrinologist and nutritionist

Flexible and realistic nutritional plan

Emotional support if necessary

Pharmacological options such as semaglutide, when indicated

Physical activity advice

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How to follow a good plan

Small changes, big results

It is not about starving yourself or completely eliminating the foods you like, but about learning to choose better, getting organized, and enjoying the process. Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and good hydration should be part of your daily routine, without forgetting the importance of fiber and micronutrients.

Are you ready to start the change?

This summer, choose a real transformation. With the Beldon Medical Healthy Weight Program, you can achieve lasting results without sacrificing your health or emotional well-being.

Book your first free consultation with one of our specialists and find out if a medical approach with nutritional advice and treatments such as semaglutide is right for you.