{"id":16809,"date":"2021-02-04T20:51:18","date_gmt":"2021-02-04T20:51:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=16809"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"benefits-of-losing-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits Of Losing Weight: The Last Nudge You\u2019ll Need To Finally Take A Step In The Right Direction"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight\" >What Are The Health Benefits Of Losing Weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#1_You_Will_Sleep_Better\" >1. You Will Sleep Better<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#2_It_May_Help_Improve_Hormonal_Imbalance\" >2. It May Help Improve Hormonal Imbalance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#3_Improved_Sex_Drive_And_Life\" >3. Improved Sex Drive And Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#4_Reduced_Heartburn\" >4. Reduced Heartburn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#5_It_Relieves_Joint_Pain_Especially_In_The_Knees\" >5. It Relieves Joint Pain, Especially In The Knees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#6_Improved_Immunity\" >6. Improved Immunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#7_Improved_Memory\" >7. Improved Memory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#8_It_Reduces_Blood_Pressure_And_Risk_Of_Cardiovascular_Illnesses\" >8. It Reduces Blood Pressure And Risk Of Cardiovascular Illnesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#9_Reduced_Risk_Of_And_Better_Management_Of_Diabetes\" >9. Reduced Risk Of And Better Management Of Diabetes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_Slowly\" >What Are The Benefits Of Losing Weight Slowly?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#1_It_Is_Safer_For_Your_Health\" >1. It Is Safer For Your Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#2_Weight_Loss_Is_Easier_To_Maintain\" >2. Weight Loss Is Easier To Maintain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#3_It_Prevents_Loose_Skin\" >3. It Prevents Loose Skin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#4_It_Prevents_Muscle_Loss\" >4. It Prevents Muscle Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#What_Are_The_Social_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight\" >What Are The Social Benefits Of Losing Weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#You_Become_More_Outgoing\" >You Become More Outgoing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#It_Will_Boost_Your_Confidence\" >It Will Boost Your Confidence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#More_Sex_Drive\" >More Sex Drive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#More_Sexual_Satisfaction\" >More Sexual Satisfaction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#You_May_Find_It_Easier_To_Get_A_Raise_At_Work\" >You May Find It Easier To Get A Raise At Work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#You_May_Find_It_Easier_To_Land_A_Job_Or_A_Promotion\" >You May Find It Easier To Land A Job Or A Promotion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Is_Losing_5_Of_Weight_Enough_For_Health_Benefits\" >Is Losing 5% Of Weight Enough For Health Benefits?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Less_Pain_In_Your_Joints\" >Less Pain In Your Joints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Reduced_Risk_Of_Breast_Cancer\" >Reduced Risk Of Breast Cancer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Help_Prevent_Diabetes\" >Help Prevent Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#It_Improves_Cholesterol_Levels\" >It Improves Cholesterol Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Reduces_Triglycerides_Levels\" >Reduces Triglycerides Levels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Losing_10_Of_Your_Body_Weight\" >What Are The Benefits Of Losing 10% Of Your Body Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Overweight_People_Losing_10_Of_Their_Body_Weight\" >What Are The Benefits Of Overweight People Losing 10% Of Their Body Weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Confidence_And_Body_Image\" >Improved Confidence And Body Image<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Stamina_And_Energy\" >Improved Stamina And Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#More_Active_Social_Life\" >More Active Social Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Sex_Life\" >Improved Sex Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#Improved_Mood\" >Improved Mood<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-losing-weight\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the benefits of losing weight? Does <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/15-pound-weight-loss\/\">weight loss<\/a> only have physical benefits, or does it go further and improve your general health? We have compiled the latest research and commentary from health experts in this article, so keep reading.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight\"><\/span><b>What Are The Health Benefits Of Losing Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some health benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-50-pounds-in-a-month\/\">losing weight<\/a> that you may experience during and after shedding those extra pounds:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_You_Will_Sleep_Better\"><\/span><b>1. You Will Sleep Better<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a two-year study posted online in 2014, losing as little as 5 percent of your weight can result in better and longer sleep hours. The participants recorded gaining an extra 21.6 minutes of sleep every night (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2014\/06\/140624135755.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_It_May_Help_Improve_Hormonal_Imbalance\"><\/span><b>2. It May Help Improve Hormonal Imbalance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormonal imbalance affects men and women in different ways. Women may experience heavy, irregular, or painful periods, vaginal dryness, increased hair growth on the face, neck, chest, or back, infertility, and more. Men may experience reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass, reduced body hair growth, breast tenderness, and more. Losing and maintaining a healthy weight is one of the solutions given to help reduce the likelihood and symptoms of hormonal imbalances (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321486\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-lose-tools\/\">Weight Loss Tools: Jumping Into A Weight Loss Journey Fully Prepared<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Improved_Sex_Drive_And_Life\"><\/span><b>3. Improved Sex Drive And Life<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Erectile dysfunction is a problem that affects many overweight men, heavier women on the other hand, find it hard to get\/stay aroused or lubricated during\/before sex (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/sex-relationships\/features\/sex-and-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It should be noted that they may also experience self-esteem issues which can make them shy away from intercourse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33428 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4923-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4923.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4923-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4923.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4923.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Reduced_Heartburn\"><\/span><b>4. Reduced Heartburn<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Harvard Medical School, the extra fat around your stomach tends to put additional pressure on it, which causes the stomach acid to reflux up into the esophagus and to lead to heartburn. Losing weight relieves the extra stress, taking care of the heartburn issue (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-far-reaching-effects-of-a-little-bit-of-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_It_Relieves_Joint_Pain_Especially_In_The_Knees\"><\/span><b>5. It Relieves Joint Pain, Especially In The Knees<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heavier you are, the more weight you place on your knees. For each pound you weigh, you place about 4 pounds of stress on each knee (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-far-reaching-effects-of-a-little-bit-of-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Losing the excess will take the weight and stress of the knees and make walking less of an effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33380 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4770-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4770.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4770-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4770.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4770.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Improved_Immunity\"><\/span><b>6. Improved Immunity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Australian study done in 2010 revealed that <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oatmeal-smoothies-weight-loss\/\">weight loss<\/a> has incredible benefits to the immune system. According to the study, excess body fat triggers the production of &#8216;pro-inflammatory&#8217; immune cells and macrophages, which can damage our bodies. After 24 weeks, the results showed that weight loss had caused an 80 percent reduction of pro-inflammatory T-helper cells and reduced activation of other circulating immune cells (T cells, monocytes and neutrophils) and decreased activation of macrophages in fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2010\/04\/100420101347.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Improved_Memory\"><\/span><b>7. Improved Memory<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2013 study, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-diet-to-lose-10-pounds\/\">losing weight<\/a> alters brain activity, leading to improved memory performance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2013\/06\/130617110937.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_It_Reduces_Blood_Pressure_And_Risk_Of_Cardiovascular_Illnesses\"><\/span><b>8. It Reduces Blood Pressure And Risk Of Cardiovascular Illnesses<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is said that each pound of weight loss results in a one-point drop in both the upper (systolic) and lower (diastolic) numbers in your blood pressure measurement. High blood pressure raises your risk of heart attack and stroke and makes you more likely to develop and succumb to heart failure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33354 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Reduced_Risk_Of_And_Better_Management_Of_Diabetes\"><\/span><b>9. Reduced Risk Of And Better Management Of Diabetes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For persons who have type I diabetes, losing weight reduces your risk of diabetes-related complications and could mean injecting less insulin. As for those who have type II diabetes, losing around 15kg could put you into diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetes.org.uk\/guide-to-diabetes\/enjoy-food\/eating-with-diabetes\/whats-your-healthy-weight\/lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you are not sick, you can prevent diabetes by shedding those extra pounds and maintaining a healthy weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_Slowly\"><\/span><b>What Are The Benefits Of Losing Weight Slowly?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More often than not, we desire to lose weight and see results very quickly, and that is why many people fall for weight loss gimmicks that promise to help you lose 5 pounds in 5 days, 10 pounds in 2 weeks or even 30 pounds in 30 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, fast weight loss is very dangerous to you. Here are some reasons why slow weight loss is better than fast <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-tips-for-beginners\/\">weight loss<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitday.com\/fitness-articles\/fitness\/feeling-nauseous-these-tips-may-help-alleviate-the-symptoms.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_It_Is_Safer_For_Your_Health\"><\/span><b>1. It Is Safer For Your Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/body-composition-exercises\/\">losing weight<\/a> fast may seem like an attractive option, it comes with some side effects such as headaches, mood swings, fatigue, dizziness, muscle and hair loss, constipation, and menstrual irregularities in women. In worse cases, rapid weight loss leaves you at the risk of dehydration, nutritional deficiencies, and painful gallstones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/guide\/rapid-weight-loss#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Weight_Loss_Is_Easier_To_Maintain\"><\/span><b>2. Weight Loss Is Easier To Maintain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike rapid weight loss, slow weight loss usually involves better eating habits and physical exercise. These are behaviors that you build over time and become ingrained in you that you automatically do them. However, rapid weight loss is achieved with some arduous and restrictive methods that are not sustainable in the long run. Eventually, you will stop using said methods and all your weight will come back again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33358 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4859-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4859.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4859-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4859.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4859.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_It_Prevents_Loose_Skin\"><\/span><b>3. It Prevents Loose Skin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose skin is often a side-effect of huge <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-body-types\/\">weight loss<\/a>, smoking, age, sun exposure and more. While weight loss can cause loose skin, it can be accelerated by shedding those extra pounds too fast as you are not giving your skin enough time to fix its elasticity and catch up with your smaller mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_It_Prevents_Muscle_Loss\"><\/span><b>4. It Prevents Muscle Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid weight loss is often a result of water and muscle loss and not fat loss as most of us desire. When you lose weight slowly and use the correct methods, you ensure that you are keeping your muscles and actually burning fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Social_Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight\"><\/span><b>What Are The Social Benefits Of Losing Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we tend to concentrate more on the health benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-happens-when-you-fast\/\">losing weight<\/a>, many of us often start shedding these extra pounds due to the pressure to conform to societal beauty standards. While your main goal for weight loss should revolve around fitting into a certain societal mold, here are some social benefits that may stem from weight loss:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Become_More_Outgoing\"><\/span><strong>You Become More Outgoing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overweight and obese people often find it hard to keep up with their lighter counterparts. I.e., if people want to do a more physically active activity, they are more likely to be left out because they often feel out of breath and tired. After losing weight, you will have more energy and stamina, making physical group activities more manageable and more fun to participate in, which makes you more outgoing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33260 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4669.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Will_Boost_Your_Confidence\"><\/span><b>It Will <\/b><strong>Boost Your Confidence<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One unfortunate side effect of gaining weight is a loss of confidence. While this does not affect everyone, some people lose their self-esteem when they gain weight. They start wearing oversized clothes to hide their bodies, cover their faces to hide that they have rounder cheeks, or even say no to meeting friends because they do not want to receive comments about their weight. While we do not advocate for losing weight to make other people happy or stop negative comments, if you have felt that your weight gain has chipped away at your self-esteem, losing weight can help you gain more confidence in yourself and your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/measures-for-weight-loss\/\">Measures For Weight Loss: Setting The Stage For A Healthier And Leaner You<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Sex_Drive\"><\/span><strong>More Sex Drive<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain can affect your sex drive as you may no longer feel desirable with the extra weight that you have gained. Losing the extra pounds can help you feel sexier, which will increase your sex drive. A 2019 review on the effects of weight on sexual function, found outoverweight men have a less active sex life while overweight women experienced lower desire and arousal (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6771291\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A 1996 study of testosterone levels in men found that the heavier participants had the testosterone levels of men nearly a full decade older than them (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article\/81\/10\/3469\/2649815\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Testosterone is the primary sex hormone in men and is crucial for sexual and reproductive function as well as regulating sex drive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Sexual_Satisfaction\"><\/span><strong>More Sexual Satisfaction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2012 study on the effects of obesity on the quality of sex life, obese people are 25 times more likely to report dissatisfaction during sex. If you have been wondering about the benefits of losing 10 percent of body weight, the same study showed that losing this exact percentage of weight can increase your chances of satisfaction during this activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1038\/oby.2006.62\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33073 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4878-1024x576.png\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4878.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4878-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4878.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-4878.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_May_Find_It_Easier_To_Get_A_Raise_At_Work\"><\/span><b>You <\/b><strong>May Find It Easier To Get A Raise At Work<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sad, unfair but true fact is that most overweight people (but especially women) often earn less than their slimmer counterparts. A 2004 paper found that overweight women in the United States earn 9 percent less than their slimmer co-workers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/3559022?seq=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Another more recent study by the professional cite LinkedIn also found out that obese and overweight people in the UK, earned on average \u00a31,940 ($2,512) less per year than those with healthy BMIs. The same study also found that women were more affected by this than men of the same weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.journal-news.com\/lifestyles\/health\/overweight-you-might-getting-paid-less-study-says\/XlJlLbxcrljybT3SLLbE6M\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_May_Find_It_Easier_To_Land_A_Job_Or_A_Promotion\"><\/span><b>You <\/b><strong>May Find It Easier To Land A Job Or A Promotion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2016 study, factors of attractiveness such as weight, height, and body mass index (BMI), play a big role in whether you have a higher chance in getting a job in an interview (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1570677X16000046?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As we have seen above, one of the social benefits of losing weight is that you many get a raise at work. This also affects your chances of scaling the corporate ladder because sadly many bosses have been shown to be prejudiced against heavier employees (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/science\/phenomena\/2014\/11\/03\/why-do-obese-women-earn-less-than-thin-women-and-obese-men\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32951 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/3-1-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Losing_5_Of_Weight_Enough_For_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Is Losing 5% Of Weight Enough For Health Benefits?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. If you are afraid that you have to lose a large amount of weight to see some health benefits, the good news is that starting small, by losing at least 5% of your body weight will result in health improvements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These health benefits of losing weight include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/ss\/slideshow-five-percent-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_Pain_In_Your_Joints\"><\/span><b>Less Pain In Your Joints<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavier people often find it hard to walk, jog, or run because the extra weight they carry around strains the muscles in their lower body. Losing 5 percent of your body weight will help ease this pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Risk_Of_Breast_Cancer\"><\/span><b>Reduced Risk Of Breast Cancer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been stated that shedding this percentage of weight can help lower the risk of breast cancer by up to 12%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Help_Prevent_Diabetes\"><\/span><b>Help Prevent Diabetes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight improves the blood sugar levels in the body which can help prevent type II diabetes. On the other hand, those already suffering from the illness will notice that they require less medication to keep their blood sugar levels in check.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Improves_Cholesterol_Levels\"><\/span><b>It Improves Cholesterol Levels<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the benefits of losing weight, even just 5% of body weight is that it helps increase good &#8216;HDL&#8217; cholesterol levels while simultaneously reducing bad cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduces_Triglycerides_Levels\"><\/span><b>Reduces Triglycerides Levels <\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It makes you less susceptible to a heart attack or stroke.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other benefits of losing 5 percent of your body mass include a better sex life, improved mood and social life, and reduced blood pressure, among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32609 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/10.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Losing_10_Of_Your_Body_Weight\"><\/span><b>What Are The Benefits Of Losing 10% Of Your Body Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the Center for Diseases Control and Prevention, the benefits of losing 5% of your body weight are the same as 10%. However, an important fact to note is that the more weight you lose, the more beneficial it can be for your health. I.e., someone who loses 10% of his weight will experience a higher rate of the same benefits than the one who only loses 5%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will feel less pain in your joints, you will further reduce your risk of breast cancer and other types of cancer, your body will be able to better control your blood sugar levels which means a lesser risk of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32595 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/2-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Overweight_People_Losing_10_Of_Their_Body_Weight\"><\/span><b>What Are The Benefits Of Overweight People Losing 10% Of Their Body Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other than the health benefits for weight loss mentioned above, overweight people who lose 10% of their body weight may experience the following benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Confidence_And_Body_Image\"><\/span><strong>Improved Confidence And Body Image<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your clothes start feeling better, you may feel more confident about yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Stamina_And_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Improved Stamina And Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you lose 10% of your body weight, you will find it easier to do those tasks that used to make you feel tired easily. You will find it easier to run around with your toddler, go on that walk\/hike with your friends or partner, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32600 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of losing weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Active_Social_Life\"><\/span><strong>More Active Social Life<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes overweight and obese people will push away their friends because of their weight. Losing weight will help boost your confidence, making it easier for you to get out there, meet up with old friends and even make new ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Sex_Life\"><\/span><b>Improved Sex Life<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The more attractive you feel, the more confident you are in and out of the bedroom, a quality that makes you beautiful, not only to yourself, but also to your partners. Increased weight has been linked to erectile dysfunction, anxiety in the bedroom and poor sexual performance in men(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/obesity-and-sex-how-weight-plays-a-role-in-the-bedroom-3496244\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). On the other hand, heavier women may risk poor circulation in the genital area which may hinder arousal. They may experience poor body image and decreased lubrication, desire, and sexual satisfaction (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6771291\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Mood\"><\/span><b>Improved Mood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2009 study showed that weight loss helped improve moods in depressed people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2009\/07\/090727102028.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Three years later in 2012, another study showed that people who exercised and lost weight experienced less anxiety, anger-hostility, fatigue-inertia and confusion-bewilderment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3269344\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are wondering what are the benefits of losing 20% of body weight or the health benefits of losing 25% of your body weight, the answer remains the same as stated above. The more weight you the higher the benefits. Someone who loses 5% of their body weight will sleep better, but probably not as well as the one who loses 20 to 25 percent of their body weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many people often associate weight loss with physical benefits, it goes much further and deeper than physical changes. Weight loss improves your health and gives you a longer, better lifespan. We hope that the above social and health benefits of weight loss have motivated you to get off the couch and take steps to shed any extra pounds that may be hindering your health and lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Losing_Weight_The_Last_Nudge_You\u2019ll_Need_To_Finally_Take_A_Step_In_The_Right_Direction\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any medical conditions. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1570677X16000046?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beauty, body size and wages: Evidence from a unique data set<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, sciencedirect.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/sex-relationships\/features\/sex-and-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better Sex: What&#8217;s Weight Got to Do with It?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2005, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6771291\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effect of Body Weight on Sexual Function in Men and Women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2009, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article\/81\/10\/3469\/2649815\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of testosterone replacement on muscle mass and muscle protein synthesis in hypogonadal men&#8211;a clinical research center study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1996, academic.oup.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/obesity-and-sex-how-weight-plays-a-role-in-the-bedroom-3496244\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Your Weight Plays a Role in the Bedroom<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, verywellfit.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3269344\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood, Weight, and Physical Activity Among Obese Individuals Enrolled In a Long-term Weight-loss Program: Trajectories and Associations with Gender<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1038\/oby.2006.62\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity and Sexual Quality of Life<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, onlinelibrary.wiley.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.journal-news.com\/lifestyles\/health\/overweight-you-might-getting-paid-less-study-says\/XlJlLbxcrljybT3SLLbE6M\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overweight? You might be getting paid less, study says<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, journal-news.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/guide\/rapid-weight-loss#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid Weight Loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2010\/04\/100420101347.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remarkable effects of fat loss on the immune system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitday.com\/fitness-articles\/fitness\/feeling-nauseous-these-tips-may-help-alleviate-the-symptoms.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Six Advantages of Slow Weight Loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d., fitday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2014\/06\/140624135755.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep, mood improves after substantial weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/3559022?seq=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Impact of Obesity on Wages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2004, jstor.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-far-reaching-effects-of-a-little-bit-of-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The far-reaching effects of a little bit of weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, health.harvard.edu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/ss\/slideshow-five-percent-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What a 5% Weight Loss Can Do for Your Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321486\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to know about hormonal imbalances<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetes.org.uk\/guide-to-diabetes\/enjoy-food\/eating-with-diabetes\/whats-your-healthy-weight\/lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss and diabetes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d., diabetes.org.uk)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2013\/06\/130617110937.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss improves memory and alters brain activity in overweight women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, sciencedaily.com<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2009\/07\/090727102028.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss Of Weight Improves Mood In Depressed People, New Research Shows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2009, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/science\/phenomena\/2014\/11\/03\/why-do-obese-women-earn-less-than-thin-women-and-obese-men\/\">Why Do Obese Women Earn Less Than Thin Women (and Obese Men)?<\/a> (2014, nationalgeographic.com)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What are the benefits of weight loss? 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Does <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/15-pound-weight-loss\/\\\">weight loss<\/a> only have physical benefits, or does it go further and improve your general health? We have compiled the latest research and commentary from health experts in this article, so keep reading.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n&nbsp;\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Are The Health Benefits Of Losing Weight?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Here are some health benefits of <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-50-pounds-in-a-month\/\\\">losing weight<\/a> that you may experience during and after shedding those extra pounds:<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>1. You Will Sleep Better<\/b><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">According to a two-year study posted online in 2014, losing as little as 5 percent of your weight can result in better and longer sleep hours. The participants recorded gaining an extra 21.6 minutes of sleep every night (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2014\/06\/140624135755.htm\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>2. It May Help Improve Hormonal Imbalance<\/b><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Hormonal imbalance affects men and women in different ways. Women may experience heavy, irregular, or painful periods, vaginal dryness, increased hair growth on the face, neck, chest, or back, infertility, and more. Men may experience reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass, reduced body hair growth, breast tenderness, and more. 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