3 behaviors for not gaining weight

For our health, we all need to watch our weight. This original study highlights three key behaviors that do not gain weight. Explanations.

The main factors for weight gain

So far, the weight gain was primarily attributed to a high fat diet (and therefore calories too) and lack of physical activity (sedentary).

Today, Canadian researchers have identified three other key behaviors that contribute to weight gain. Good news, these behaviors are modifiable, opening the possibility of preventing an increase in body mass index.

3 new behaviors related to weight

This study has identified the essential role of behavior in three weight gain examined 800 people living in the Quebec region.

The 3 factors associated with weight gain are:

1) Lack of sleep, less than 6 hours per night.

2) Low intakes of calcium, less than 600 mg / day (the recommended dietary allowances for adults is 1200 mg / day).

3) The tendency to overeat.

These three behaviors increased more likely to gain weight as too caloric diet and physical inactivity combined. Supporting Evidence:

Inactivity causes an average weight gain of 1.3 kg per year.

Physical inactivity associated with a diet rich successful to an average weight gain of 1.5 kg.

Lack of sleep alone would be responsible for weight gain of 1.7 kg per year.

Finally, three factors combined (lack of sleep, calcium deficiency and tendency to overeat) would result in an additional 3 kg per year.

Weight management is based on a lifestyle

In conclusion, these three new factors must be taken into account. Identification emphasizes that weight changes are a combination of different factors. In other words, weight management is based on a true lifestyle. Just consider the calorie intake and physical activity is not enough. It must, in addition, getting enough sleep, ensuring adequate calcium intake (milk products, mineral water, vegetables ...) and maintain a healthy eating: no restrictions, no disorder of satiety ...