Being in a relationship can be a cool thing. The joy and happiness of having someone you can trust so much is unmatchable. However, if you are gaining after getting into a relationship. Don’t worry much, it is quite common.
As per a study published in the journal ‘Obesity’ in 2012, on average, married women gain about 11 kg in the first five years of marriage. The study tracked the weights of over 8,000 people, who included those who were married, cohabiting and dating. Women who cohabitate but aren’t married gain about 8 kg. Lastly, women who are in a relationship but living separately gain about 7 kg.
So, here are the top three reasons which might be behind your weight gain due to your romantic relationship.
Your partner’s unhealthy eating habit
If your partner eats a lot of calorie-dense food, snacks too much on packaged food, and eats noodles late at night, you are also likely to adopt their unhealthy eating habits. All this can increase your weight drastically.
You are eating more often
If you are regularly hanging-out with you partner, you are more likely to eating out more often. Obviously, you cannot ignore the delicious food available in cafes, street-side shops or restaurants is usually high on calories. All this fun eating out can lead to gradually gaining weight.
Increase in alcohol consumption
If you like to enjoy drinks with your partner, specifically on date nights, then the increase in consumption of alcohol might also be increasing your weight.
In order to lose weight, you can try the 30-30-30 rule. It is not a complicated formula; it is an easy and straightforward way to approach weight loss. It includes 30 percent nutrition, 30 percent of your efforts to physical activity, and 30 percent mindfulness.
Taking the right nutrition is a crucial part of losing weight. The first ‘30’ of the 30-30-30 rule for weight loss stands for 30 percent nutrition. This means that you should focus on eating healthy foods that give your body the energy it needs. Try to eat more fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains.
The second ‘30’ in the 30-30-30 rule for weight loss is for exercise. You should aim to dedicate 30 percent of your efforts to physical activity. This need not necessarily mean that you have to hit the gym for hours everyday.
The last ‘30’ of the 30-30-30 rule for weight loss is mindfulness. When we say mindfulness, we mean that you should be aware and calm. Rest and sleep are often underestimated when it comes to weight loss. Proper rest leads to a calmer mind which significantly helps you in staying mindful. When you are well rested, your body functions better.
Ms Kalinga