Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Most effective weight loss tips

The issue of weight loss has generated a lot of controversy over the years. Many people have had wonderful experiences . Others have had really unpleasant experiences. For them it is really impossible to lose weight. They believe that those pounds won’t just go Off. But the truth remains that weight loss could really be achieved. In this article, I will reveal to you how to lose weight the healthy way. Come with me…… A. Always eat balanced meals: High fiber foods, green leafy vegetables, lean meats, fish and fruits are all solid building blocks for weight loss. As part of your diet plan, stay away from foods with empty calories, such as sugared snacks, and large portions of starches. Also make a concerted point to avoid fatty and fried foods which can pack on weight quickly. This is also good advice if you want low cholesterol diet. B.Eat smaller portions more frequently: Forget about three meals a day. Ideally, you should eat five to six meals in each 24-hour period. However, each of these meals should consist of smaller portions. C. Keep a calorie count: Limiting excessive calorie intake is a key concern in dieting. But don’t drop below 1,000 calories per day or risk muscle loss and health problems. For guidance, plan on consuming no more than 10 calories per pound of your total weight each day. D. Never skip meals: This may seem like a good way to lose weight, but it’s actually counterproductive. Skipping meals tricks the body into believing it is starving. Therefore, the next time you eat, you are more likely to over-consume. E. Don’t eat late at night. Your body’s metabolism is lowest when at rest and will have a have a harder time efficiently processing food. F. Drink plenty of water: Water is essential to survival and you should drink a minimum of 6-8 glasses each day. Conversely, soft drinks and alcohol offer no nutritional benefit, but can be a significant contributor to weight gain. G. Cook for yourself: It may be convenient to stop for a bite at a restaurant or fast food drive-thru, but cooking at home allows for better control of portions and ingredients. H. Limit temptations: Clear the house of “bad” foods that will break your diet. I. Reward yourself: It is worthwhile to allow for an extra portion or a special dessert now and again. Cheating, on the other hand, is a slippery slope: The more you do it; the easier it gets.J. Believe that you will lose weight: whatever the mind can conceive and believe, that it can achieve. This is true even when it has to do with weight loss. For the above tips to work, you have to condition your mind that it will work, when this is achieved, you will be amazed at the positive results you will get.In summary friends weight loss is achievable, I am a witness. So believe it and go for it. I wish you all the best.