14 Things You Shouldn't Say to Someone Who's Trying to Lose Weight
Don't ask how much they're trying to lose or advise them it's OK to cheat.
By Ruben Castaneda, Staff Writer Aug. 27, 2018, at 12:31 p.m.
Commenting on someone's weight-loss regimen can be tricky.
It's natural to want to say something supportive to someone you know who's trying to lose weight. Many people at some point want to shed some pounds, whether it's to get in shape for the summer swimsuit season or because their doctor told them they're prediabetic and need to lose weight. But while it's easy to empathize with a dieter and offering support is generally a positive thing, saying the right thing can be challenging. "People tend to have better weight-loss results when they get support from important people in their lives," says Leslie Heinberg, director of behavioral services for the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute and vice chair for psychology, Department of Psychiatry and Psychology at the Cleveland Clinic. "However, what to say – and what not to – can be tricky when you're trying to help someone change their lifestyle." Here are 14 things Heinberg and other experts advise against saying to someone who's dieting:
https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/slideshows/14-things-you-shouldnt-say-to-someone-whos-trying-to-lose-weight?onepage
