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We all want to lose weight at one time or another in our lives. But, sometimes it is hard to set up and stick to a full diet plan. However, there are easy changes you can make that will add up to a substantial weight loss over time.
Here are some painless ways to eat better and lose weight without committing to a complicated diet program.
First, get in the habit of drinking water throughout your day. This will keep you hydrated and help you feel less hungry. Another way to add hydration and nutrients to your meals is to begin each meal with a bowl or cup of broth.
You will feel full and eat less with this totally painless addition. So, stay hydrated and use water or broth to enhance your meals and stay satisfied.
We all know that carbohydrates need to be reduced if we want to lose weight and keep it off. So, commit yourself to cutting back on as many carbohydrates as possible.
Eat no more than two small servings a day of bread or starchy vegetables, rice or cereals. This is a tried and true method for weight loss which will feel quite natural after a week or two.
Make the bulk of your diet protein, fats and non-starchy vegetables. Eat chicken, beef, pork, fish or soy products for your protein requirements.
It sounds counterintuitive, but the more you limit fat intake, the more your body holds on to the fat you have already accumulated. So, don't be afraid to add moderate amounts of butter, olive oil or margarine to your foods.
They are not the problem unless you are wildly over consuming them. Eat your meats and vegetables with some fat added if you want sustained weight loss.
Cook some foods, like stews or casseroles, in bulk and freeze them in individual servings so good food is always available to you. A lot of bad eating happens when people are in a hurry.
If you prepare some meals ahead of time and just pop them in the microwave to heat them up, you will be less likely to order a pizza or grab a high carbohydrate snack like chips or crackers. Always keep good food on hand.
Start an exercise regimen. Walking for just a few minutes each day will jump start your metabolism and help you lose weight and increase your energy.
If you have an interest, like dancing or a sport, join a community team or take a class. Choosing a fun activity will make exercise something to look forward to and increase you motivation.
These are just some of the simple things you can do to lose weight. With some thought about the matter you can come up with other easy changes that over time will result in sustained weight loss.
Don't feel that you have to completely change your life in order to lose weight. That kind of thinking will stop you dead in you tracks. Instead, start with the easy steps outlined above and gently adjust your habits to suit your weight loss goals.
