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Article 26: Frequently Asked Weight Loss Questions (Part 2): Plateaus and Rebound Factors

Article 26: Frequently Asked Weight Loss Questions (Part 2): Plateaus and Rebound Factors

Ke Lan explained that weight loss plateaus are the body's self-protective mechanism, requiring patience and perseverance to overcome. She provided a "weight regain predisposition" assessment form to help readers understand if they are prone to rebounding. Finally, she discussed the causes of stretch marks, pointing out that they are scars from broken skin tissue that can only be faded through...

2026-05-23
The 66-Day Rule: Make a peace treaty with weight loss and stop declaring war on yourself.

The 66-Day Rule: Make a peace treaty with weight loss and stop declaring war on yourself.

This article points out that changing a habit takes an average of 66 days, not 2-4 weeks. The author advocates abandoning the confrontational mindset of "warning against fat," because fat itself is an essential nutrient for the body. Treating fat as an enemy is tantamount to declaring war on oneself, which will only lead to defeat. Extreme short-term weight loss should be stopped, and one...

2026-05-21
  • Combining health and fitness: Eight principles for scientific weight loss

    Combining health and fitness: Eight principles for scientific weight loss

    This article emphasizes that health and fitness are the fundamental goals of weight loss, and proposes eight principles to help readers safely and effectively achieve their ideal weight: choosing the right weight loss method, not being impatient for quick results, persevering, losing weight in moderation, not frequently changing methods, limiting fat intake, not drinking alcohol, and inviting...

    2026-05-20
  • Article 87: Lipid-Lowering and Slimming Fruit and Vegetable Juices (Part Two) and Medical Overview

    Article 87: Lipid-Lowering and Slimming Fruit and Vegetable Juices (Part Two) and Medical Overview

    This section continues to offer information on fat-reducing and slimming fruit and vegetable juices (milk tea, apple yogurt, hawthorn yogurt, garlic honey milk, fresh soy milk, white fungus soy milk, and corn milk), and moves into the medical section, outlining the systematic nature of weight loss and emphasizing the importance of scientific weight loss.

    2026-04-24
  • The Calorie Myth Debunked: Eating Less Doesn't Necessarily Lead to Weight Loss

    The Calorie Myth Debunked: Eating Less Doesn't Necessarily Lead to Weight Loss

    The author criticizes the calorie theory that has dominated the weight loss field for a century, pointing out that it ignores individual differences and physiological complexity. Through personal experience, the author demonstrates that reducing food intake does not necessarily lead to weight loss, and that eating only side dishes is more effective.

    2026-04-24
  • Eat in the right order to lose belly fat: A weight loss method that allows you to lose weight easily with a normal diet.

    Eat in the right order to lose belly fat: A weight loss method that allows you to lose weight easily with a normal diet.

    This book introduces a weight loss method that requires no dieting or excessive exercise. The core of this method is changing the order in which you eat: first, eat dietary fiber, then protein, and finally carbohydrates. This method stabilizes blood sugar and creates a feeling of fullness, naturally reducing calorie intake. It allows for weight loss even with a normal diet, and is especially...

    2026-04-22
  • Limitations of BMI, weight loss is not the same as fat loss, and techniques for measuring weight in women.

    Limitations of BMI, weight loss is not the same as fat loss, and techniques for measuring weight in women.

    This article points out the limitations of Body Mass Index (BMI), noting that it cannot distinguish between muscle and fat, and therefore cannot accurately reflect the degree of obesity. The article emphasizes that the goal of weight loss should be fat reduction rather than weight loss, because muscle is heavier but smaller in volume than fat. It also introduces how women can measure their...

    2026-04-17
  • Lessons from wasted effort: Relapse due to laxity and the five root causes of all ills in the "health regimen".

    Lessons from wasted effort: Relapse due to laxity and the five root causes of all ills in the "health regimen".

    The author warns that weight loss is prone to rapid rebound if one relaxes even slightly, sometimes resulting in a weight gain of 10 kilograms in a week. He introduces a "health-preserving method" for middle-aged men, pointing out that excess fat, constipation, blood stasis, poor posture, and negative thoughts are the "source of all diseases" and the root of "unpredictable worries," and...

    2026-04-13
  • Find your ideal weight loss method: five conditions and three personality types

    Find your ideal weight loss method: five conditions and three personality types

    The author proposes that an ideal weight loss method should meet five conditions: beautiful appearance, health, rapid results, reasonable cost, and ease of implementation. He also categorizes dieter personalities into three types: A (self-motivated), B (requires supervision), and C (self-reliant), emphasizing tailored guidance for each type and firmly believing that anyone can successfully...

    2026-04-13
  • Be wary of the health risks of premature ovarian failure when dieting to lose weight.

    Be wary of the health risks of premature ovarian failure when dieting to lose weight.

    Excessive dieting can lead to serious consequences such as premature ovarian failure and amenorrhea. Sacrificing health for a higher weight is not worth it. Scientific weight loss should be carried out while ensuring adequate nutrition, avoiding blindly pursuing speed. Healthy weight loss is the true path to beauty.

    2026-03-25