Monday, May 27, 2013

Weight Loss Strategies

By Nestor Huey


Weight loss is a confusing topic. There are so many different people and articles telling you so many different things it can be quite difficult to wrap your head around them all. This article will aim to lay down the essential and necessary basics of weight loss in hopes to clear the fog that surround it.

When planning a weight loss diet, skip the weight loss bars and shakes. These items are surprisingly calorie-dense and will not satisfy your craving for real food. Instead, you will be hungry and cranky immediately after eating your "meal". Also, many of these items are high in sugar, which will spike your blood sugar and make you even more unhappy.

When you are on a diet, try to avoid eating out as much as possible. For work, pack lunches at home to bring with you, so you have a plan for the day. If you must eat out, assume that the portion you're being served is two to three times the amount you should be eating.

Lose more weight by drinking your snacks. When you are having a craving, try to have some soup or a natural fruit smoothie. These foods will help you feel less full at meals, and will give you the calories you need to be able to make it through those midday cravings.

Literally pay attention to what you are eating. Do not multitask and eat at the same time. If you are watching television while you eat, chances are you are not paying much attention to what you are putting in your mouth. Instead, sit down and have a nice meal at the dinner table.

A great way that may help you lose weight is to reduce the amount of alcohol you drink. Alcohol contains more calories than protein or carbohydrates and it's very easy to drink too much. By limiting the amount of alcohol you drink, you'll be more able to achieve your goals.

Help yourself lose weight at work by making changes to work habits that don't help your goal. Instead of gossiping in the breakroom, walk around the block or up and down the stairwell. Stay away from the vending machine by bringing healthier snacks to work. Nosh on almonds, walnuts, low fat granola bars, or celery sticks with peanut butter to help keep hunger cravings away.

Weight loss can be very challenging because of the confusion surrounding it. It is sort of like the old saying that too many hands in the soup will spoil it. In order to re-focus, sometimes it is best to trust yourself just to a few basics from one source. Hopefully, this article has provided that direction.




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