Does losing weight always rebound in winter? It's not your fault, your body is messing around

Do you also fall into a vicious cycle of "weight loss rebound weight loss again" every winter? Don't rush to blame yourself, the latest research has found that the failure to lose weight in winter is likely not a problem with your willpower, but rather your body is "secretly acting"! Today we will uncover the winter weight loss dilemma that troubles countless people.

1. The "survival mode" of the body is activated

1. Primitive instincts play a role

In cold environments, the human body will automatically activate the "survival mode" by reducing metabolism and accumulating fat to cope with possible food shortages.

2. The Influence of Genetic Memory

Research has shown that people carrying the "frugal gene" have an additional 5% -7% decrease in winter metabolic rate, which is a survival wisdom left by ancestors.

2. Hormonal "collective rebellion"

1. Elevated levels of ghrelin

Winter sunlight reduction can lead to a 30% increase in ghrelin secretion, making you always feel hungry.

2. leptin resistance phenomenon

In cold environments, the sensitivity of the human body to leptin (satiety hormone) decreases, and more food is needed to obtain satisfaction.

III. "Winter Strike" of Fat Burning System

1. Decreased Brown Fat Activity

Brown adipose tissue with fat burning properties has a winter activity decrease of up to 50%, as if it were "frozen".

2. The exercise effect is greatly reduced

With the same exercise intensity, the amount of calories consumed in winter is 15% -20% less than in summer, and the fat burning efficiency is significantly reduced.

IV. Five tips to solve the winter weight loss dilemma

1. Adjust diet strategy

• Increase high-quality protein intake (1.5-2g per kilogram of body weight per day)

• Choose warm low GI foods (such as oatmeal Congee, coarse grain rice)

• Supplement Omega-3 fatty acids (deep-sea fish, flaxseed)

2. Optimize exercise program

• Try interval training (HIIT), and increase fat burning effect by 40%

• Add strength training, increase muscle mass to improve basic metabolism

• Use indoor swimming and other constant temperature exercises

3. Adjust biological rhythm Rhythm

• Ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep

• Fixed work and rest time, regulate the biological clock

• Proper sun exposure during the day

4. Manage stress level

• Practice deep breathing and meditation

• Develop new hobbies

• Keep social activities

5 Scientific monitoring progress

• Focus on body fat percentage rather than just weight

• Regularly measure waist and leg circumference

• Record diet and exercise

Remember, winter weight loss should follow the body's rules, not fight against them. By understanding these physiological changes and adopting targeted coping strategies, you can quietly achieve a "winter comeback" while others are "gaining weight"!

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