There are many obese people around us. Are they trying to lose weight? What weight loss methods have they used to get rid of excess fat? If you are overweight and haven't found a suitable weight loss method yet, let's look at some weight loss stories. Perhaps you will find a better way to lose weight from them.
A plus-size woman's account:
Actually, I've been terribly chubby since I was little, but I was so oblivious to it. When I graduated high school, I was 162cm tall and weighed 62kg. I hung out with a group of my best girlfriends, and they were all stunningly beautiful. Standing among them, I just didn't realize how out of place I looked. Whenever a handsome guy glanced at me admiringly, I would narcissistically think he was looking at me, haha, I had such a high opinion of myself. The main reason was that my parents never said I was fat; they always encouraged me to eat more.
But then one day, a boy I'd had a crush on for a long time in high school suddenly told me, "You're actually quite cute, but if you could lose a little weight, maybe we could be together. It's not that I don't like you, it's just that your figure makes me feel a little guilty." Those words were like a bolt from the blue, making me realize something. Looking closely, I realized I was actually quite overweight. How come I'd never noticed before? I'd always thought I was incredibly beautiful. Oh my god, I just wanted to disappear into a hole in the ground.
And so began my weight loss journey. At first, I thought the simplest method might be the most effective – why are we overweight? Isn't it because we eat too much? So I started my most primitive weight loss method: dieting! I tried my best to resist food, only carrying a few dozen yuan when I went out, just to avoid buying food. At home, I drank fruit and water until my stomach churned! I thought that if my stomach felt full, I wouldn't be so tempted to eat. But, unexpectedly, every time I saw my mother's braised pork, stewed chicken, or spiced beef, my mouth watered, and I was constantly engaged in a fierce internal struggle. I thought, "I've been dieting for days, eating a little shouldn't be a problem, right?" But little did I know that once I opened my mouth, my chopsticks wouldn't stop. I completely forgot about dieting, and after days of not eating, I had to eat my fill. As a result, I was even fatter than before! My first weight loss attempt was a complete failure!
I told myself that dieting was too painful and harmful to my body, I couldn't do it. I searched online for a long time and found that most diets had side effects, so I didn't dare to try them. I heard that exercise combined with a controlled diet was good, so I decided to give it a try. I saw a gym advertising one-on-one training with a coach who could also tell me my daily diet. It sounded like a hassle-free option, so I paid a year's fee, determined to lose weight again and become a super skinny guy. Exercise did make me sweat a lot, but I gradually noticed that my loose muscles were slowly becoming firmer, and muscles were appearing on my arms. My appetite was also getting bigger and bigger. After each workout, I was starving like a wolf. The diet plan the coach suggested was not enough for me to eat even one meal. One day, I saw a beauty pageant on TV. The contestants were all shiny and muscular. I suddenly realized that this could be my future appearance. Oh my god!! I was terrified! From that day on, I never dared to go to the gym again. I would only exercise at home occasionally, so my second attempt at weight loss was a complete failure.
Having learned from my previous two experiences, I was no longer acting blindly. I decided to lose weight in a more scientific, effective, and healthy way. I consulted an old traditional Chinese medicine doctor, who told me I could try acupuncture for weight loss because it has no side effects and doesn't require dieting. He said I just needed to follow his instructions regarding diet, sleep, and appropriate exercise. This was something effortless and painless, so I was naturally interested. Besides, he was a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, and I figured he wouldn't lie to me, so I readily agreed.
I was quite scared when I first started getting acupuncture, afraid of the pain. But to my surprise, the old Chinese medicine doctor's technique was excellent. It didn't hurt at all; in fact, it felt quite comfortable. I felt warm all over while he was doing it, which was extremely pleasant. After the first few treatments, I didn't feel like eating much. The doctor said that the acupuncture points might suppress my appetite a little, but I shouldn't worry because it wasn't done with medication, so there were no side effects. I also exercised moderately every day and ate the meals he recommended. Most importantly, during my weight loss period, I couldn't eat starchy foods, and I had to limit my sugar intake. Fried foods and snacks were completely off-limits. Actually, you can eat meat while dieting—pork, chicken, fish, and a small amount of beef are all fine—but it's best to avoid lamb. Luckily, I naturally dislike lamb, so it wasn't too painful.
After a period of time, it did have an effect. The traditional Chinese medicine doctor said that acupuncture for weight loss requires a course of treatment. Generally, people who lose weight through acupuncture will not be pale and thin, weak, or unhealthy. As long as they pay attention to their diet as advised, they are unlikely to experience rebound weight gain.
However, it's worth noting that traditional Chinese medicine practitioners usually assess your body shape before acupuncture. Many women feel they are overweight and want to lose weight, but traditional Chinese medicine practitioners may not recommend acupuncture because they consider your weight to be normal. Moreover, acupuncture can help you lose weight quite quickly, so they judge you based on your normal weight. If you are not very overweight, they probably won't recommend acupuncture.
I'm now 162cm tall and weigh 47kg, I've lost a whole 30kg! Haha, I'm so happy! My friends all say I'm getting prettier and prettier.
I hope all the ladies can find a weight loss method that suits them. The most important thing is to lose weight healthily. Maybe what works for others won't work for you. Don't blindly follow others. Look around based on your own situation. I believe you will definitely find a good method. Also, have confidence in yourself. Actually, fat people can be beautiful too. Don't lose confidence. Every girl can become beautiful!
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