Anybody who wants to shed weight knows that he or she must
implement the right eating strategies over the long haul-and that's no
easy feat. We've all been there: Despite exercising and watching what
you eat, the old jeans don't fit no more. The answer is simple. You just
need to be more vigilant with your workout program and diet to maximize
calorie burn, boost muscle mass, and decrease body fat.
Fortunately,
it's easier than it sounds when you start putting into practice these
powerful and super effective diet tips. Get ready to trim!
Survive High calorie situations
Whether
it's the holiday dinner, the office goodies, or the afternoon munchies,
temptations to overeat are everywhere. Therefore, learning how to
survive these situations-unscathed-is the way to go is you're really
want to lose the pounds and keep them off for good.
To make it through, do the following:
- The holiday dinner:
Go for a long run prior to dinner. Research shows that subjects who
exercised for more than 40-minute at 50-60 percent of their maximum
cardio had lower levels of ghrelin, which is the hormone responsible for
hunger. If exercising is not an option, then eat a high protein snack
one to two hours prior to the big meal and bring a healthy dish with
you, such as fruit salad.
- The bar.
Beer is delicious, but in excess it can compromise your health and
weight loss efforts. Alcohol boosts appetite and hinders post-workout
recovery, research shows. Therefore, make sure to order a low-calorie
drink, such as a light beer or a small glass of wine. You could also
preempt the hunger by opting for a protein-rich snack beforehand.
- Morning pangs.
According to a Purdue University Study, consuming protein with
breakfast can help you feel fuller for longer, thus it prevents
overeating later on. In fact, a study published in the International
Journal Of Obesity reported that subjects who ate two eggs and toast for
breakfast were able to cut out about 1000 calories a day-mainly from
unhealthy snacking- and lost 65 percent more weight than those whose
breakfast was a bagel with cream cheese.
Swap the bad for the good
Following
a diet is not always about sacrificing good eats. It's also about
substituting the bad for the good so you can keep on eating without
feeling hungry all the time.
Here are 3 fat-burning food swaps:
- Swap tea for green tea.
If you're a four cups-a-day addict, substitute a couple for the green
variety. The latter is jam-packed with catechins, which activates the
body's fat burning processes, a study published at The American Journal
of Clinical Nutrition revealed.
- Swap sugar in coffee for cinnamon.
Add cinnamon instead of sugar to your coffee can help keep blood sugar
levels at bay, thus prevent hunger pangs and overeating.
- Swap sugary drinks for water with lime.
Don't let the label fool you, even the 'diet' drinks can send your
blood sugar soaring thanks to their sweet taste. Therefore, water is a
better option and squeezing a lime into it regulates blood sugar and
keeps it on the low.
Get more Calcium
Calcium
keeps bones strong, reduces fracture risk and can also help you keep
your BMI in check. According to a study published in The Journal of
Clinical Nutrition, subjects with the highest calcium intake shed 60
percent more weight than those with the lowest.
Unfortunately, The
Journal of Nutrition reports that 38 percent of us don't get enough
calcium. Consequently, make sure to get plenty of this vital ingredient.
Aim for at least 1,000 mg a day. Main sources include canned salmon,
dark greens, and fortified fruit juices but in moderation.
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