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3 Practical Ways to Lose Weight That Actually Work Including Cannabis

By Amy Hansen, The Fresh Toast on

Published in Cannabis Daily

Learn 3 practical ways to lose weight that actually work including cannabis, focusing on sustainable habits, metabolism, and real-life results. Losing weight doesn’t require extreme diets, expensive programs, or punishing workout schedules. For most people, the smartest goal is steady, sustainable fat loss—about 1 to 2 pounds per week, which is exactly what most doctors and nutrition experts recommend. Over a month, it adds up to meaningful progress without wrecking your metabolism or daily life. Here are 3 practical ways to lose weight that actually work including cannabis. No special, expensive tricks but, a proven path a regular person drop pounds safely and consistently, with the third approach highlighting how cannabis can be used thoughtfully as part of a modern wellness strategy. Weight loss still comes down to one core principle: burning slightly more calories than you consume. The key word is slightly. A daily deficit of 300–500 calories is enough to lose 1–2 pounds per week without triggering intense hunger or fatigue. The most practical approach: Focus on protein first (eggs, chicken, fish, beans, Greek yogurt)Build meals around fiber-rich foods like vegetables, oats, and fruitReduce liquid calories such as soda, sweetened coffee, and alcoholInstead of tracking every bite forever, many people succeed by tracking just two weeks per month to recalibrate portion sizes. This alone often creates the needed calorie deficit. This approach is simple, flexible, and sustainable for real life.

Photo by Nastasic/Getty ImagesYou don’t need marathon training to lose weight. Consistency beats intensity every time. The most effective plan: 30–45 minutes of walking most days of the week2–3 short strength sessions weekly using bodyweight or light weightsStaying active throughout the day—standing, stretching, and moving oftenWalking burns fat efficiently, lowers stress hormones, and is easy to maintain long-term. Strength training preserves muscle mass, which keeps your metabolism higher as you lose weight. Together, these habits can burn 1,500–2,500 extra calories per week, enough to support steady fat loss without exhaustion. Cannabis may seem like an unlikely weight-loss tool, but research and real-world use suggest it can play a supportive role when used intentionally. Many people associate cannabis with overeating, but the reality depends on strain, dosage, and timing. Smart cannabis use can help by: Reducing stress and emotional eatingImproving sleep quality, which is crucial for fat lossSupporting post-workout recovery and pain managementHelping some users regulate appetite more mindfullyCertain strains and cannabinoids, particularly THCV and CBD-dominant products, are associated with appetite control and metabolic balance rather than hunger stimulation. The most practical approach: Use low-dose cannabis, not heavy intoxicationAvoid late-night use that leads to snackingPair cannabis with healthy routines like walking, stretching, or meal prepFor many adults moving away from alcohol, cannabis can also eliminate hundreds of empty calories per week—often enough on its own to trigger weight loss. Losing 1–2 pounds per week doesn’t require perfection. It requires small, repeatable habits fitting into daily life. Control calories without extremes. Move your body consistently. And when used wisely, cannabis can be part of a balanced, modern approach to weight loss and wellness. Sustainable results don’t come from punishment—they come from smart systems working with your body, not against it

The Fresh Toast is a daily lifestyle platform with a side of cannabis. For more information, visit www.thefreshtoast.com.

 

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