Monday, November 18, 2013

By Dr Pj Prakash


There are a lot of ways to lose weight, and a lot of articles telling you how to do it. But there isn't really a 'one size fits all' diet plan. There's not a silver bullet method that works for all individuals. When you want to start losing weight, you should explore different avenues to find one that can work best for you.

Thick, chunky soups and stews are a must-have for anyone who wants to lose weight but has a hearty appetite. Drinking calories is not a good idea. Soups with a lot of chunky vegetables or beans tend to make you more full than those that are creamy.

Yogurt can really help with losing weight. Eat plain or low fat yogurts. Plain yogurts are used in salads with cucumber slices, making it taste great! Adding fruit to yogurt that's plain will help cut back on sugar and calories. Yogurt is delicious and high in calcium. It's also great for your bones.

If you are trying to lose a few pounds quickly, drink plenty of water. Cutting back on your calorie intake and consuming more water will help you get rid of fluid weight. You won't lose fat this way, but your scale will show a quick loss of a few pounds which can motivate you to stay on your weight loss plan.

A good way to help you lose weight is to eat egg whites and discard the yolk. The yolk does have healthy properties but it is also high in fat and cholesterol which might not mesh with your diet. Egg whites will provide you with a lot of protein.

Most people are secretive when losing weight and try to keep it hidden from others. Your loved ones will be able to support you if they are informed of your goals. It will also stop them from offering you things they know you should not have.

It is a good idea to not use the "diet" word. Tell friends you are trying to eat better or get healthier, but the "D" word can make you feel that eating well is negative and restricting.

Be sure to get enough rest. It is recommended for adults to get about 8 hours of sleep. If you think that staying awake will help you lose weight, you need to think again. In fact, a lack of sleep can mess up your metabolism; the proper amount keeps it in working order so that you can burn the most calories possible.

Having a glass of milk before sitting down to a meal can help you lose weight. Mill will enable you to feel full, therefore, drinking it before a meal will cause you not to overeat. You can also grow your muscles and keep your bones strong by drinking calcium-rich milk.

One easy way to lose weight is to eat leftovers. After making a delicious, low calorie meal, put aside a little for tomorrow's lunch. For example, put leftover chicken salad onto a pita for the next day's lunch. This also helps you prepare a quick and simple meal without much fuss the following day.

Don't think of your weight loss plan as a "diet". Telling people you're on a diet can arouse negative connotations or feelings and might discourage you.

Due to the sheer number of weight loss methods available, it is common to find yourself wondering where to get started. Don't go overboard and try to do complex things when you are first starting out. Try your best to follow the advice you have read in this article.




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