It’s time for more quick weight loss tips! Changing your lifestyle to a more healthy one does not have to be a major undertaking. Start slow and work your way into new habits that will benefit you for years down the road. Old habits are very hard to break so take it easy on yourself for a while. Studies show that it takes around a month for things to become a habit to us.
One of the most difficult things about starting a healthier diet is finding more fit alternatives to the food your already eating. Start just one habit and practice it for about 4 weeks. Continue with it while you start another along with the first. Practice this one for four weeks also. Before you know it, you will have about 12 new healthy habits in about one year. You will be surprised how well you feel once you are eating healthier. Here are five tips to get you started:
Substitute Snacks For Fruit And Nuts
The combination of fiber, protein and healthy fats will hold you over until your next meal much better while not suffering from the “candy bar crash.”
Drink More Water
Yes, I realize that we have touched on this subject before but it is VERY important. Very slowly reduce your soda intake and replace it with either water or tea. You should aim for 64 ounces or 8 cups per day. If you want to add some flavor to your water then try the sugar-free powder drink mixes. You can also add lemon as well. Green tea is a very good antioxidant and helps your weight loss as well!
Reduce Your Food Intake
This task is hard for many people but try this approach. Play a “mind game” on yourself. Having that big plate of food in front of you looks so good but you know it’s so bad! This time, reduce the size of your plate. You are reducing your portions while still having the sight of a full plate. This will trick your mind into thinking your eating more than you really are!
Eat White Meat Turkey or Pork
These meats are lower in fat than both red meat and pork. However, do not fry the turkey or pork, bake or grill it instead.
Eat Soups or Salads Before Meals
Research shows that if you begin your meals with either a soup or a salad your chance of taking in to many calories during your regular meal is greatly reduced.
Ask for Your Dressing to be Served on the Side
Most restaurants tend to go overboard when adding these sauces to the top of your meals. Ask for it on the side rather than drenched on the top.
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Thanks for the tips.
Thank you for this post! It is a very helpful reminder to make conscious choices as we lose weight!
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