Dr. Sethi reveals the “fatal mistake” in weight loss regimens and offers balanced solutions
Millions around the world are familiar with the ghost of fluctuating motivation in the weight loss journey. While they are often struck by excessive enthusiasm at the beginning of each year to start harsh regimens, this motivation wanes, and plans often fail before the end of January. In the context of these challenges, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist from Harvard and Stanford universities, revealed the “fatal mistake” that some make, which makes the weight loss journey more difficult.
The Problem with Harsh Weight Loss Regimens
According to a report published by the “Times of India,” Dr. Sethi explained that the core problem lies in the rush toward following harsh systems without giving the body enough time to prepare. He said: “Every January, my clinic is full of people who started crash diets, and by mid-month, they return to their old habits, feeling frustrated and hopeless.” He pointed out that the most prominent mistake is the sudden transition from an irregular eating pattern to the most difficult types of intermittent fasting (the 16/8 hour system), which leads to the body stopping its response after only a few days.
12/12 Hour Fasting is Best
Instead of thermal and nutritional shock, the expert suggests a “small steps” strategy to ensure continuity, by:
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Starting with the 12/12 system: Fasting for only 12 hours (including sleep hours) and eating during the other 12 hours.
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Temporal adaptation: Committing to this pattern for 4 weeks before moving to more difficult levels.
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Working with the body’s rhythm: As the doctor says: “When you start with a 12/12 system, you are working with your body’s natural rhythm, not against it.”
Consistency Beats Intensity
The report emphasized that regular sleep and food quality are the primary drivers of success. Dr. Sethi concluded his advice with a golden rule for those seeking fitness, saying: “Consistency always beats intensity… start with something you can actually commit to, as perseverance is more important than strength.”
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