It is possible to love your body and still want to lose weight, according to recent research done in America with experts revealing that is actually better for dieting. A new survey done by OnePoll on behalf of WeightWatchers, explored Americans’ mindsets when looking to lose weight, including how culture, society and one’s environment might impact their frame of mind.
It has stated that of 2,000 participants looking to lose weight, four in five (78%) say it is possible to love your body and still want to lose weight. About half of those (51%) reported having felt or experienced body shame due to their weight however. Most of the time, that shame came from a friend (51%), partner or spouse (46%), family member (45%) or doctor (40%).
After experiencing this body shame, participants felt like they had no willpower (60%), like it’s their fault (55%) and that they're lazy (52%). 65% are willing to try anything to lose weight, no matter how restrictive or unreasonable the approach might sound.
