Tips to Lose Weight
Posted by: Sharon Johnson-Smith on
Feb 2nd, 2009 |
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Tips to Lose Weight
Losing weight is not an easy objective for most of us that have ever, or are continuing, down that road. There are so many weight loss programs and information available that it makes things confusing for most of us. And for most of us we can use all the help we can get. We are constantly looking for tips to lose weight. The problem is that some of the tips work and others are simply so far out in left field it’s difficult to believe that people actually tried them.
One of the best tips to lose weight I have ever tried, and found it actually worked, was to stop eating after 7:00 PM each night. This meant no more snacking, and if I did need something, it was usually fruit or vegetable. I was shocked at how much my weight dropped just by following this one little tip. We don’t realize how much we actually snack each evening while sitting around watching TV. It is difficult to conquer, but once you can stop the evening snacking your weight will start to drop.
We know when we are hungry, but do we always have to eat something? Another one of the very important tips to lose weight is that we don’t confuse thirst with hunger. Before you tear into that bag of potato chips, drink a glass of water first. People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger, so you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass of water is really all you needed. If plain water doesn’t cut it, try drinking flavored sparkling water or brewing a cup of fruit-infused herbal tea.
One of the major problems with people trying to lose weight is that of giving up their favorite foods. Here is one of those tips to lose weight that we all like. Instead of cutting out your favorite foods altogether, become a slim shopper. Buy one fresh bakery cookie instead of a box, or a small portion of candy from the bulk bins instead of a whole bag. You can still enjoy your favorite foods; the key is moderation. It would also be wise to try to cut these foods out eventually to ensure that you maintain your weight loss.
Some tips to lose weight may seem a bit odd, and here is one of those particular tips. Eat more! If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you’ll lose weight. But when you’re hungry all the time, eating fewer calories can be a challenge. “Studies show people who eat 4 to 5 meals or snacks per day are better able to control their appetite and weight,” says obesity researcher Rebecca Reeves. She recommends dividing your daily calories into smaller meals or snacks and enjoying most of them earlier in the day. Dinner should be the last time you eat.
Finally, one of the most popular tips to lose weight because this is a great way to avoid the junk foods that have taken over our lives. Having ready-to-eat snacks and meals-in-minutes on hand sets you up for success. You’ll be less likely to hit the drive-through or call in a pizza order if you can throw together a healthy meal in five or 10 minutes. Here are some essentials to keep on hand: frozen vegetables, whole-grain pasta, reduced-fat cheese, canned tomatoes, canned beans, pre-cooked grilled chicken breast, whole grain tortillas or pitas, and bags of salad greens.
Hopefully you work some of these tips into your weight loss program. Good luck!
Jed Tooke
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