Waist beads are no doubt the perfect accessory for monitoring weight gain and weight loss. However, not all styles of waist beads can be used for this purpose. The three styles of waist beads to be discussed are; Tie ons, non stretch clasps, and stretch clasps waist beads.
✍️TIE ONS are the oldest of all waist bead styles. They also called traditional or permanent waist beads. Tie on waist beads are made with Nylon or Cotton strings. As the name implies, you wear them on by tying knots around your waist to secure it.
They are the most suitable for weight loss and they help you remain disciplined. Hence, only those who are ready for commitment are advised to use this. It also helps you monitor your weight. When you loose weight, the beads become loosed and fall to your lower hips, and when you gain weight significantly, they become tighter and move upwards.
After it’s been tied on, removing them would mean cutting it off with a scissors. They can be retied if the string is still long enough, or re-stringed on a different thread if the string isn’t long enough to go round your waist.
The clasps waist beads on the other hand are removable. Removing them will not ruin the beads, as they can be reworn at will. This style is recommended for those who aren’t sure about committing into the waist beads weight loss journey. The two types of clasps waist beads are; Stretchy and non stretchy.
✍️The stretchy ones have elastic strings are they are NOT suitable for weight loss at all. The strings expand with time and it increases with your weight. This makes it hard to tell if you are loosing or gaining weight.
✍️The Non stretchy clasps waist beads are removable. They are made with a non-elastic thread, mostly fishing line cord. This is best for those who want to monitor their weight, but also want the freedom to wear and take off the beads at will. This is the best option for persons who do not love to go to bed with accessories and all of that. Those who love to take it off and wear it anytime they so please. They can be worn by “ceremonial” waist bead wearers.
In all, the tie ons are the most suitable for monitoring one’s weight. They are also the most durable style of waist beads.
It is necessary to note that waist beads in itself cannot make you loose or gain weight, they can be used to MONITOR one’s weight gain and weight loss.