When on a weight loss journey, we often forget that exercising alone does not yield the desired results. Eating right is more important. “Expecting your body to run on an empty stomach is like expecting a car to function without fuel. Exercises tire your body, so you need to nourish it properly with balanced meals that repair and replenish. Without good nutrition, your weight loss journey can hit a dead-end.”
However, picking up the right diet can be a daunting task.
AVOID THESE MISTAKES TO LOSE WEIGHT:-
* Skipping meals to shred extra kilos is a bad idea. This leads to increased hunger which further leads to overeating.
* Avoid relying on trendy diets. Such diets may cause short-term weight loss but are not sustainable and often lead to regaining weight.
* Don’t neglect portion control. Even healthy foods can cause weight gain if consumed in large quantities.
* Consuming proteins helps build muscle mass during weight loss and keeps you full. People don’t consume enough of it to support their weight loss journey.
* Consumption of high-carb food or sugary drinks should be avoided. Failing to do so will negate the efforts put into exercising.
HAVE A LOVING RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD:-
Restricting ourselves to eat what we love, killing cravings, and eventually overeating as a result of extreme diets often leads to feelings of guilt and dissatisfaction. This harms our relationship with food.
“Losing weight isn’t about depriving yourself of the joys of life, but making conscious life choices that boost your health. Establishing a healthy relationship with food is important while trying to lose weight to aim for long-term sustainable weight loss and healthy lifestyle.” “You can also treat yourself once in a while. If done in moderation, it takes away the feeling of denial experienced feeling during dieting, making it easier to maintain a healthier eating pattern over time.”
CREATE A CALORIE DEFICIT:-
* A calorie deficit refers to consuming fewer calories than the calories you burn. For example, if you burn 2,500 calories in a day, and eat 2,000 calories, you create a deficit of 500 calories.
* This deficit forces the body to use stored fat for energy, leading to weight loss.
* To create a calorie deficit, calculate the calories you burn daily. Then calculate your daily calorie intake. Now plan your daily diet with balanced meals within 2,000 calories to stay in a calorie deficit.
EAT RIGHT:-
* In a day, have three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) of balanced nutrition to satisfy hunger and manage energy.
* Include smaller mid-meals of light snacks. They should include a mix of carbs, proteins, and healthy fats.
* Eat whole foods such as fruits and vegetables, lean proteins like chicken and fish, quinoa grains, and healthy fats such as avocados and nuts.
* Make your plate colorful with veggies and greens, and practice portion control.
* When eating, focus on the food. This helps you feel full and satisfied without overeating.
