Signs That You are Eating Too Little to Lose Weight

When trying to lose weight, many people think it is just about cutting as many calories as possible until you've reached your goal weight. However, most of that time, that will not get you to a healthy weight and can cause other health problems as well. Eating too little can backfire on you and make you more unhealthy than you were at a heavier weight. Everyone's body needs a certain amount of calories to simply survive and function. If you are not eating the proper amount of calories, it can slow down your metabolism and preserve fat in order to use it to survive. If you are not properly fueling your body and giving it the calories it needs to survive, you may start to notice it in the way you feel and the way your body reacts. If you are trying to lose weight, and are noticing the following things happening to you, you may be eating too little for your body.

• Tired
• Our bodies are fueled by what we eat, so if we are not eating enough, we are lacking energy, which could be why you are feeling tired. Your body needs proper carbohydrates, protein and fat to sustain energy, so by not feeding yourself those nutrients can cause you to feel tired and have a lack of energy. 
• Cranky 
• Feeling cranky and in a bad mood is another indicator of not fueling yourself properly. Specifically, not eating enough carbohydrates, which help regulate mood stabilization, can put you in a bad, cranky mood.
• Can't Lose the Last 5 Pounds
• When you run a major calorie deficit, you typically lose weight quickly. However, if you restrict too much, your body goes into preservation mode and stores fat rather than burning it and losing weight. So, while you may see quick results from calories restriction, it can be detrimental for long term health and puts you on the track for weight regain. 

So, if you are trying to lose weight, start slow and make lasting lifestyle changes to keep the weight off long term. While it can be frustrating to lose weight slowly, it will be much better for your long term health and can help prevent you from gaining the weight back.