When one partner loses weight and the other doesnt, it can lead to serious relationship problems. A recent study by North Carolina State University found that when one partner lost 30 or more pounds, that had a negative impact on the relationship, causing arguments about food, as well as nagging and resentment.

Is it wrong for spouse to lose weight?

The world was quick to inform him that no, its not okay to ask your significant other to lose weight for you, especially when its simply for the sake of losing weight.

Where does matter go when a person loses weight?

The correct answer is that fat is converted to carbon dioxide and water. You exhale the carbon dioxide and the water mixes into your circulation until its lost as urine or sweat. If you lose 10 pounds of fat, precisely 8.4 pounds comes out through your lungs and the remaining 1.6 pounds turns into water.

Should you ask your spouse to lose weight?

Because weight is such a personal issue, use your intuition to gauge your partners readiness to discuss it. If he or she has talked to you about wanting to lose weight, youre going to have an easier time broaching the need for a diet and exercise plan than if your partner is unaware of or ignoring a weight problem.