Common Weight Loss Questions and Answers

Introduction

Let’s be honest, most people don’t need another weight loss lecture. What they need are real weight loss questions and answers explained properly. The things they’re actually wondering about when no one’s in the room.

At Modest Medix, we get these questions every day.

So we’ve put them all in one place. No shame, no fluff, just real talk. Whether you’re just starting out, restarting, or stuck somewhere in the middle, these answers might help you get unstuck.

Weight Loss Questions and Answers (FAQs)

1. Do I have to cut out carbs completely?

No. You need to cut bad carbs — not all carbs.

Carbs aren’t the enemy. Your brain runs on them. Your body needs them. It’s not about cutting every carb. It’s about cutting the junk. Keep the good stuff like oats, fruit, and quinoa. Ditch the crash-and-burn carbs like white bread, pastries, and pop. Balance always beats extremes.

2. How fast will I see results?

It depends on your genetics, hormones, and plan.

Two people can do the exact same thing and get totally different timelines. What matters more than speed is sustainability. If it’s realistic, you’ll stick to it, and that’s where results happen.

3. Can I lose weight without exercise?

Yes — but only up to a point.

You can lose weight through food changes alone, but keeping it off usually requires movement. Exercise helps with appetite regulation, mood, sleep, stress, and long-term stability.

4. Do weight loss medications really work? (One of the most common weight loss questions and answers)

Yes — for the right person, at the right time.

If your body isn’t making the right hunger hormones, medications help level the playing field. They don’t replace effort, they support it.

5. Will I have to give up my favourite foods?

No. You’ll just learn how to eat them differently.

No food is off-limits. Not even pizza or dessert. But portion, timing, and balance matter. We teach you how to make space for those foods without derailing your progress.

6. What if I’ve tried everything and nothing worked?

Then chances are, the approach wasn’t matched to your biology or lifestyle.

That’s where genetic testing, hormonal assessments, and behaviour-focused care make all the difference. You’re not broken. The system probably was.

7. How do I stop emotional eating?

It starts with noticing your patterns, not judging them.

Are you eating from stress, boredom, reward, or habit? Then we work on what else can meet that need. ACT-based therapy helps here — not “just drink water” advice.

8. Is OPTIFAST safe?

Yes, when medically supervised.

OPTIFAST is a clinically backed meal replacement program, used for both weight loss and pre-surgical needs. It’s not for everyone, but for some patients, it provides structure and rapid metabolic reset. At Modest Medix, it’s always tailored and monitored.

9. Why does weight come back after I lose it?

Because your body tries to “protect” your old weight.

It slows your metabolism, increases hunger, and pushes you to regain. That’s why maintenance isn’t passive, it’s a strategy. Medications, meal planning, ACT, and community all help with this part.

10. What’s the difference between dieting and long-term change?

Dieting is about rules.

Real change is about rhythm.

Instead of rigid “yes/no” food lists, we focus on patterns, habits, and values that actually match your life. The goal is something you can do for the next 5 years — not just the next 5 weeks.

How Modest Medix Can Help You

At Modest Medix Weight Management Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all plans.

Our team includes medical doctors, registered dietitians, social workers, health educators, and coaches — all working together to figure out what’s really going on with your weight, your hunger, and your health.

We offer: