My secret tools for weight loss

I apologize for the clickbait headline. Since I have your attention, I will reward you by revealing the secrets up front.

Secret tool #1: A registered dietician

Secret tool #2: Intermittent fasting

Secret tool #3: Continuous glucose monitor

Secret tool #4: Focus on carbs

A registered dietician

My new doctor gave me a referral to a registered dietician. I’ve never worked with a dietician before, and this is the first time a doctor even brought up the idea. I’m a very independent person, and I don’t like asking for help. I’ve been grappling with feeling like a failure that I can’t figure out how to do something as simple as eating properly. And I’m not exactly thrilled to talk to a stranger about my biggest weakness.

I don’t know why I was resistant to seeking help from a professional. I’ve done it for plenty of other areas of my life. I have a financial advisor and rely on tax professionals. I have used the services of an attorney, and I’ve worked with a personal trainer. The benefit of working with unbiased professionals is that they will see things I cannot. Professionals have also worked with many clients and have seen what works in the real world.