What do you do when the scale hasn’t moved?
How frustrating to be on a diet and the scale doesn’t move. On X a man was lamenting how he had been on a very restrictive diet for a week and the scale hadn't changed. Many people give up at this point and go off the diet. But are positive things happening to your body even though the scale hasn’t budged? Beyond the Scale lists 6 ways you can know your diet is working even if the scale hasn’t moved. Your diet and new exercise habits are working even if the scale doesn’t show it. Better Health Markers Even though the scale hasn’t changed, your blood pressure may be lower, your lipid levels like cholesterol may be lower, and blood sugar levels may be lower. More Energy Better eating and more exercise can lead to increased energy levels. And exercising burns up calories and leads to higher energy levels. Improved Digestion Eating better, including eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains adds fiber to on...