For many people, losing
weight is all about attitude. Once you have a positive and determined attitude,
you will be able to achieve your goals. Here are some tips to help you get
through the struggle of weight loss, and some easy things to do that can make
big changes.
If you're trying to lose
weight, an easy tip is to take out the easy to eat junk food from your kitchen
and replace it with healthy alternatives. Avoid candy bars, crackers, sodas,
cookies, and the like, and replace them with things like fresh vegetables,
ready-made salads, frozen fruits and vegetables, and the like.
Smaller plates make
small portions look larger. If you are trying to limit your portion sizes but
find your food looks sparse on your plate, try switching out your dinnerware. You
can fool your brain into thinking there is more food, and therefore feel
fuller, by using a salad plate as a dinner plate.
A surprising part of a
weight-loss plan is sleep. If you are trying to lose pounds, be sure you are
getting enough sleep (ideally, 8 hours a night). Studies have shown that people
who chronically sleep less than they should have higher levels of hormones that
increase hunger.
Dilute your favorite
drinks such as lemonade, punch, or juice with seltzer water to reduce the calories
while maintaining the volume. If you do this, you will consume fewer calories
over time, and your taste buds will adjust to lower sugar drinks. This could
help with other sugar cravings.
Before you embark on a
weight loss quest, be sure to consult your physician. Your doctor is the one
that can guide you in your quest to make sure you are being healthy and smart
about your goals and your plan. Check-in with your doctor often to ensure your
body is performing optimally.
Watch how much fiber and
protein are in the bread you're eating. The more, the better, so aim to get at
least 5 grams of fiber AND 5 grams of protein per slice. Make sure to check how
many slices are in a serving on the bread label, they sometimes try to trick
you by making it TWO slices.
Don't be afraid to give
yourself pep talks when needed. If you are scared of looking stupid, then you
are only holding yourself back due to a silly fear that is just nonsense. Give
yourself a pep talk, regardless of where you are, any time you feel that you
are slipping down a bit.
When embarking on a
weight loss journey, especially a significant one, set multiple small goals
instead of focusing on the main goal. It is much more daunting to think about
losing 50 pounds in 6 months than it is to focus on losing 10 pounds in one
month. By choosing the smaller goal, in 6 months you will have lost 60 pounds
instead of 50.
Try to keep yourself
occupied because boredom leads to more eating. Bored people tend to reach for
food. Discover a new hobby such as dancing, yoga, or painting. It will keep
your mind off food and help you discover something new about yourself. You will
enjoy your new-found hobby and lose weight.
Find a healthy and
delicious snack that you can enjoy without guilt. When you are craving a snack,
you don't have to starve yourself, you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious
snack that tastes good and does your body some good. This is a good way to
avoid aggravation with your weight loss efforts.
Diet pills can be an
effective way to lose weight; however, beware of over the counter diet pills.
OTC diet pills are not subject to the same level of scrutiny as prescription
diet pills. They only need to be slightly effective. For many people, the
majority of these OTC diet pills are not effective at all and are possibly
dangerous to their health. Therefore, if you are considering this option, you
should read labels, try to get honest reviews and consult a doctor.
Now that your attitude
is in a great place, you can take these tips that you have learned for weight
loss and apply them to your everyday life. Make sure not to try and master all
at once. Take your time and reward yourself for even a small accomplishment.