How to Lose Weight: Just Relax

Women who are anxious about losing weight could be harming their chances of shedding extra pounds, scientists believe.


A new study shows that learning to relax can help slimmers become thinner.

Those who took part in activities designed to help them unwind, including meditation and yoga, could even lose weight without going on a diet.

Scientists believe that feelings of stress and anxiety can help to increase the desire for surgery and fatty foods, which are high in calories.

Those who manage these feelings are more able to resist the temptation to indulge in unhealthy snacks.

Scientists spent two years studying 225 overweight or obese women asked to try a variety of activities to help them de-stress. (More)

Source: The Telegraph