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I wanted to lose a kilogram or two at the start of the year, so to keep track of how things were progressing I bought a bathroom scale.

Big mistake.

It now taunts me from under the sink, daring me to stand on it and wallow in the regret of every doughnut I ate during the lockdown.

The problem with deciding to take on a new exercise regime or change one’s diet is that if you’re going it alone, it’s all too easy to give up, skip a day, or cheat.

In addition to this, all bodies are different, so it’s often tough to figure out exactly what you need to reach your ideal weight.

That’s why, if you’re serious about dropping the weight, you should consider trying something like the Renewal Institute Diet (RID).

RID is the culmination of The Renewal Institute experts’ years of knowledge in addressing the medical factors that cause weight gain, as well as fat that’s stubborn to shift.

It’s a five-pronged approach tailored to your specific needs:

1. A calorie-controlled diet with a specially designed meal replacement shake.
2. A specially designed eating program with low glycaemic, low inflammatory foods. Only certain foods are allowed and you can say goodbye to gluten.
3. Injections with a bioidentically compounded hCG especially tailor-made for you.
4. Supplements to aid detoxification, improve gut health, and aid digestion.
5. Consistent medical supervision, guidance, and support, with follow-ups every two weeks to help you succeed.

That last one is especially important. Having someone on your team who will keep you motivated and check in on your progress is invaluable.

RID is also a holistic approach to weight loss that focuses on the four pillars of health – gut health, nutrition, stress management, and exercise – which rest on a foundation of sleep optimisation.

• Sleep optimisation – Insufficient restorative deep sleep causes weight gain and may interfere with fat loss efforts. This is the foundation of your health journey.
• Gut restoration – Healthy digestive function will assist with fat loss and help prevent future weight gain.
• Stress Management – Cortisol can cause weight gain and can become an obstacle to fat loss.
• Healthy nutrition – Healthy, nutrient-dense foods will provide optimal nutrition and lower calorie intake.
• Healthy moderate exercise – Regular exercise will assist with weight loss and weight management.
• Reducing inflammation – High levels of inflammation raise insulin levels, worsen insulin resistance, and lead to weight gain. All the above factors need to be addressed for fat loss to be healthy, successful, and lasting.

It makes sense when you think about it. Your body is the sum of its parts and all of those parts need to be in top form if you’re going to achieve your goals.

If it all seems a little overwhelming, just remember that you won’t be starting this journey alone.

To take the first step, visit the Body Renewal website to make an appointment with a doctor who will guide you through the process of becoming a happier, healthier you.