Sometimes losing weight is not easy. This can be for a variety of reasons, but one reason in particular is that you can’t figure out a system that works for you. Getting a system and rhythm in place is the best thing for your weight loss goals and here are a few tips that might help.
Workout while you’re talking on the phone. Move around and talk instead of sitting. This can be a simple walk, just to get the blood flowing. Simply stroll about the house or start some chores. The calories you are burning will add up as time goes on.
If you are a potato lover, you can still have mashed potatoes, just substitute cauliflower. The recipe is quite simple. All you need to do is cook cauliflower florets with a bit of chopped onion and water in a pot that is covered until tender. Once it is tender, puree the florets with veggies or with some chicken bouillon and seasoning to taste. This is a wonderful recipe that packs a huge nutritional punch with only a small fraction of the carbohydrates found in potatoes.
Surely everyone loves french fries! Many who are wanting to lose weight have failed due to these. If you want to make healthier fries that are less likely to ruin your diet, consider baking them. Cut your potatoes into half inch pieces, toss with pepper, salt, and about one tablespoon of canola oil; bake in an oven for about 30 minutes at 400 degrees. Toss with rosemary, if you desire. Turn them over and bake for another 10 minutes. They’re really delicious with ketchup, a lot lower in calories and you’ll never miss the deep frying. These “French Bakes” are courtesy Laurel’s Kitchen cookbook.
If you enjoy potato chips, make the switch to healthier baked versions to cut calories and fat. They’re have about 30% less fat and calories and many people cannot tell the difference.
Try to eat your meals at a slower pace. As the food digest, people start feeling full. It takes some time for your body to realize that it’s full. Set down your eating utensils and enjoy the food more. Eventually, you will start to feel a lot more full.
There are times during the weight loss journey when one is tempted to dine at a restaurant. The key is to remember that restaurants tend to offer massive portion sizes. Before you even start eating, ask for the leftovers container and pack up half your meal. Not only will you cut down on unnecessary calories, but you will also have the perfect lunch the following day.
Use the advice given here to help you set up a daily plan. Follow these tips and more until you find a plan that fits your lifestyle. Once you are firmly committed to your weight loss plan and develop a routine, it will become increasingly easy for you to lose weight.