Define Behaviour and Life Style Modifications for Weight Reduction Plan?

Behaviour and life style modifications are an integral part of the weight reduction plan. They are based on analysis of behaviour associated with appropriate, as well as, inappropriate thinking and eating habits. The obese tend to overeat in certain situations which if controlled may help towards keeping the weight in check. Keeping a food diary, the act itself is associated with weight loss. This means that if an individual pays attention to when and what he/she eats, they tend to eat less. It should not be inferred from here that behaviour therapy avoids the need for restricting energy intake. That still remains the mainstay of the treatment. The individual must learn to correct the negative thoughts that accompany a dietary lapse, e.g., instead of thinking that I have wasted all my efforts, I ate a piece of cake today', they should think 'One slice of cake is not going to increase my weight'. This shift of thought process helps tremendously in continuing the effort to lose weight. The following strategies related to lifestyle modifications are helpful. You may advocate these to obese individuals.