Weight loss takes time and also requires exercise. Here are the top 20 weight loss tips!
1. Drink plenty of water and other low-calorie drinks. Before putting your hand in the plaster bag, enjoy a glass of water. People often confuse thirst with hunger, so you may end up eating extra calories instead of the glass of water you need. If tap water doesnt quench your cravings, try a calorie-free mineral water or enjoy a cup of herbal tea.
2. Avoid evening chatter. In the evenings, the whole diet can be easily spun around with a little snack. Close the kitchen door after dinner or enjoy a low-calorie mouthpiece, such as half a serving of low-calorie ice cream, if your mind is making good treats. But no more!
3. Enjoy your pleasures. Dont forget your favorite foods or pastries on your diet. A total ban when it can often even lead to binge eating. However, remember moderation and dose size - that's the most important thing!
4. Enjoy several small meals a day. There is no need to see hunger on a diet and the solution is to enjoy several small meals or snacks a day. Studies show that those who eat 4-5 small meals a day have better control over their hunger and weight.
5. Protein at every meal. Proteins provide a better feeling of satiety than carbohydrates or fats and keep hunger at bay for a long time. Proteins also help build muscle tissue and promote fat burning. For example, you can get protein from lean meat, yogurt, cheese, nuts and beans.
6. Season your food. Add spices and chili to your food to activate your taste buds and make it easier for you to get full and not eat that much.
7. Fill your kitchen with healthy food. With healthy and easy cooking ingredients in the cupboard, making a meal and snack is easy, and there will be no temptation to order pizza when hunger strikes.
8. Order a children's portion at the restaurant. Dont let hunger fool you when ordering food, as often a smaller meal will take away your hunger, even before you feel like you could eat five steaks.
9. More vegetables. By simply eating vegetables instead of pasta and bread, you can drop several pounds and change the size of one to a smaller one.
10. Always enjoy breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and keeps you full for a long time.
11. Include fiber in your diet. Fiber improves digestion, prevents constipation and lowers cholesterol - but also helps with weight management. You can get fiber from whole grain products, oats, fruits, vegetables and beans, among other things. The recommended fiber intake is at least 25 grams per day for women and 35 grams per day for men.
12. Do not store treats in your cupboards. If you always have ice cream in your freezer and chips in your closet, you will make losing weight too difficult. If you have a craving for treats, you should at least walk to the store to get the treats.
13. Slowly good is coming. Weight loss takes time, so set realistic goals for yourself. Weight loss of 0.5 to 1 kilogram per week is an appropriate pace, depending on the starting weight.
14. Weigh yourself once a week. Regular weight training has been found to be more successful in weight loss. However, once a week is enough, so that small daily variations in weight do not bother you. Remember these: the same day, at the same time, with the same weight, the same clothes on.
15. Enough sleep. Adequate sleep is also important for the dieter, as sleep is important for hunger control hormones.
16. Remember the portion size! When eating out, the portion sizes are far too large and it is easy to take this home with you. Use a kitchen scale (at least initially) to ensure a suitable portion size and choose smaller plates and drinking glasses. Divide the restaurant portions in half and ask for the other half to be taken home so you have the next day's food ready.
17. Enjoy more fruits and vegetables. By eating more fruits and vegetables, you will keep your hunger at bay for longer because they are high in fiber and water. Plus, you get plenty of vitamins!
18. Moderate alcohol. Alcohol contains a surprising amount of calories. Therefore, limit alcohol use to weekends at most and remain reasonable even then.
19. Pure chewing gum. If your mind makes treats, try xylitol chewing gum. Often the cravings go away and you get a little hungry.
20. Keep a food diary. Simply a pen and paper can change your eating habits. Studies show that food diarying helps reduce calories and eat healthier.