Only dieting may not lead to weight loss

Individuals who are concerned about losing weight may not realize that they 've to commit to some lifestyle changes in order to see results.

According to a new study published in the American Journal of Physiology – Regulatory, Integrative & Comparative Physiology, researchers 've furthered the notion that people who are looking to lose weight should combine diet as well as exercise in order to see a dramatic reduction in their caloric intake.

Researchers put test monkeys on high-fat diets for several years & then returned them to a low-fat diet of normal monkey food. The scientists found that although there was a 30% reduction in calories, without exercise. It was found that there was no significant weight loss at the end of the month-long trial period.

"This study demonstrates that there is a natural body mechanism which conserves energy in response to a reduction in calories," Dr. Judy Cameron said. "Food is not always plentiful for humans & animals & the body seems to 've developed a strategy for responding to these fluctuations." An alkaline diet rich in fruits, vegetables & whole grains coupled with exercise may be an efficient way to lose weight.