SIMPLE, SAFE, AND EASY WEIGHT LOSS

Losing weight may be one of the most frustrating attempts done by many people who wish to banish their love handles. Many have tried the potency of different pills and supplements that promise to give them a slimmer silhouette; many others have joined the bandwagon of diet fad fanatics who hop from one diet trend to another hoping to be as sexy as those who endorse them. But it is important to remember that an easy weight loss should start within oneself.

Food is the first element that has to be regulated for easy weight loss. You have to be watchful of what you eat. Amplify your consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other fiber-rich foods. Fiber aids in digestion and promotes regular bowel movement. Your meal should be a balanced platter containing enough protein and carbohydrates. An ideal snack can be composed of fresh berries, sugar-free yogurt, and other low-fat foods. Also, keep your body hydrated by drinking the suggested eight to ten glasses of water (or more if you want to). Avoid eating white flour products (bread and refined pasta), and starchy fruits such as bananas. Steer away from consuming junk foods, fast foods, and soda. These food types rarely have nutritional value, but are often packed with unhealthy sugar and salt. A consultation with a doctor or dietitian should be considered, too. This way, you can have a professional plan out meal plans that will cater specifically to your needs.

You should also have three smaller meals and three light snacks in between meals every day. It is recommended that you eat every three hours so that your body can stabilize – and later raise – your metabolism level. It is also highly recommended that you prepare your own meals. Eating slowly helps, too. It takes a few minutes before the stomach send signals to the brain that it is already full, so when you eat slowly, you are giving your stomach time to feel full and actually send the signal to the brain. Eating fast makes you eat more even though your stomach is already stuffed. Never skip meals, especially breakfast. Starving yourself only puts you at risk of eating more during the next mealtime. Try to refrain from eating late night snacks. You are probably going to sleep, and your body will not be able to burn the calories you just took, so it will just store them as fat.

But no food regulation is enough if you do not start doing something physical. You can go to the local gym during weekends and find a trainer who will give you routine exercises fit for your goal and look after your overall progress. If you do not like the idea of a gym, you can do some aerobics at home. Thirty minutes of aerobics everyday can help a lot. You can also do some sports, dance, or walk to school or work every day. What is important is that you do not overdo yourself and have fun with what you are doing.