If there is one topic that has featured prominently in magazines and casual discussions, it’s the weight issue.

Losing weight and keeping it off is easy to some and very complicated to others. If you fall in the latter category, it’s likely that you have scoured hundreds of magazines and read through numerous internet blogs regarding the same.

At times, the more you research, the more confusing the entire thing might get. Still, you do need a few hacks to help you attain and maintain a slim body structure.

Here are some tried and tested ones.

1. Coolsculpting

Cool sculpting, or cryolipolysis is a procedure used to eliminate excess fat located under the skin. It’s, however, essential to understand what to expect before you try coolsculpting.

A plastic surgeon will use a specialized tool to cool certain areas of your body to freezing temperatures during the procedure.

The fat cells in these parts of the body will die following the freezing. These are then broken down within two weeks and expelled from your body.

This procedure has some advantages over traditional liposuction. Key among them is that coolsculpting is non-invasive, non-surgical, and has no recovery downtime requirements.

2. Forget ‘Low-Fat’ and ‘Low-Sugar’ Options

Shopping stores today are awash with low-fat and ‘low-sugar’ options. You probably reach for these hoping to safeguard your health and support your weight management goals. Unfortunately, there might be some bad news for you.

While some of these items marketed as healthier options might have low sugar and fat content than their alternatives, this does not necessarily make them safe.

The substances used in place of fat and sugar might be equally unhealthy for your body. Studies have shown that these options do not necessarily lower one’s risk for heart disease, cancer, nor help one lose and keep off extra pounds.

A better way to go about it is by shopping organic and ordering or eating from restaurants with organic options.

3. Quit Dieting Fads

We have all seen or even participated in them: dieting fads that promise quick, almost magical results.

Some have strict rules and ban eating certain foods. Others imply that certain foods can alter body chemistry.

While some seem to work, they might also cause nutritional deficiencies and open you up to a myriad of health problems.

They are also difficult to keep up with in the long term. This makes it impossible to practise fad diets in the long term, meaning you will likely gain back any weight lost.

Instead, strive to eat healthily, minimize stress and work out at least three times a week to increase your metabolism.

Take the Step

Ultimately, one thing stands out in all these hacks: you must be willing to take action to attain and maintain your ideal weight.

What are you waiting for?