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HEALTHY EATING HABITS FOR WEIGHT LOSS

It is observed in people that in order to lose weight at a fast pace people opt for diets that are unhealthy and while can help you lose weight drastically it is not beneficial in the long run. Your diet plays a very important role in weight loss, only exercise will not make you achieve your desired goals. Gaining weight is much easier than losing it therefore it is advised to be mindful while choosing what food to consume. So, let’s get started and learn how to do,

Watch Calories You Are Drinking 

As drinks in the market can have a lot of sugar added to them they could be high in calories. Even if you switch to a diet and use carbonated beverages or drinks containing zero calories they still have some amount of artificial sweetener. Therefore it is better to go for the natural zero calorie drink, known as water. Which boosts the metabolism and ultimately helps in weight loss. To not make it boring and encourage yourself to drink water add slices of citrus fruits like lemon, orange, berries or mint leaves.

Eat More Vegetables

Fibre and water are present in high quantities in fruits and vegetables.You can start your day with a plate of fruits in addition to your normal breakfast. This will keep you full for the whole day. Besides weight loss plant foods have countless other benefits as well. It has been proven through research that people who have a plant based diet have lower weight. Eating plants can make you feel fuller and you do not consume as much calories.

Control Your Portion SIze 

It is important to control the portion size. For managing the calories you consume one should consider controlling  the portion size by age. You can get to know how to eat in a healthy way by consulting a doctor specialising in the field. Look at the packaging of the packaged food and see the size of the serving mentioned on the packet. Another way to manage your portion size one can make versions of your favourite foods in a smaller portion. 

Avoid Late Night Snacking 

Snacking on food that has sugar in high amounts can cause interruption in your sleep. Also mindlessly snacking at night while watching T.V. before bed can lead to gain in your weight due to increase in the intake of calories. If the time of when you eat something can cause weight gain if unclear it has other negative impacts on the body like indigestion and sleep problems. Therefore, it is advised to consume overly processed food and food with high sugar content in moderation.

Practise Mindful Eating

Mindful eating and weight loss go hand in hand. It involves being aware of the signals of your body, assessing the level of your hunger, knowing about what you are eating, eating it slowly without any distractions and savouring every bite. This not only helps you have a better eating experience but also improves digestion and prevents overeating .

Drink More Water 

Do you know that by drinking an extra cup of  water you can lose weight that is equal to walking about 2 miles? Drinking 1 percent  more water can make you consume less calories and also suppresses hunger. Consuming water boosts the metabolism, detoxifies the body, burns fats and reduces the liquid calorie intake as it has zero calories. 

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Optimising Hydration for Weight-Loss

In the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle and effective weight loss, one often seeks a multitude of strategies and solutions. Amidst the myriad of advice, there’s a simple, accessible, and often underestimated ally—water. Water consists of about 75% of our body, is one of the first facts we learn about. Everyone is aware of water, its immense benefits and its necessity to run the machinery of the human body. But do you know? That water can actually help you lose the unnecessary fat in the body. Now, we are not saying that if you drink eight glasses of water one day you will be light as a feather the next no, of course not. When losing weight a number of factors contribute towards your goal. Let’s consider an analogy shall we? Imagine a football field where the goal is weight loss, you are the ball, the football players are named as diet plan, exercise, consistency and water while playing a game against the other team  they work together in harmony to move you to score the goal.

Benefits 

Appetite Control

Water is a natural elixir. It has come forward after many studies that water actually helps in controlling your appetite. As thirst is stimulated by the same part of the brain as hunger therefore incase of mild dehydration your brain preserves it as hunger. If you drink  a glass of water before having your meals it can help you suppress hunger and possibly stop you from overeating. 

‘It has been shown by studies that by drinking water in the morning the calories consumed can decrease.’

Calorie-free Hydration

Water has zero calories. It is a prime hydration drink. As you know that other beverages have added sugar and therefore hinder your weight-loss journey. Consuming water your daily calorie intake can decrease significantly. Making water your primary beverage reduces the risk of unintentional calorie consumption, fostering a more mindful and intentional approach to hydration. Instead of consuming artificial sweeteners in your diet one can incorporate water in their daily routine and add natural flavours like cucumbers, citrus fruits or mint.

Boosts the Metabolism

Many of the metabolic functions occurring in our body need water. Therefore, water helps in effectively converting food into energy. This helps us in burning the potential calories. To say it in scientific terms, water actually helps increase the rate of lipolysis i.e. the breakdown of fats and lipids into fatty acids. This helps in the long term aspect of weight loss.

Enhances Performance of Exercise

Water plays a key role in keeping you hydrated during your workout sessions. Proper fluid balance supports endurance during workouts, promoting more effective calorie burning. Hydration has a significant role in optimal physical performance. Staying hydrated can help in maintaining the blood volume. As water can dissolve electrolytes, the electrical energy of these electrolytes can help trigger the muscle to contract.

Removes Toxins

Water helps in removing the wastes from  the body. Consuming water helps in removing bacteria from the urinary tract, keeping the kidney healthy and it also reduces risks related to kidney stones. Adequate water intake flushes toxins from the body, supporting the liver and kidneys in their role of breaking down and eliminating waste.

Strategies for Increasing Water Intake

  • Make a schedule or set a timer to meet your desired water count. Now how much water should one drink? According to studies it is said to drink at least 3.7 litres of water for men and about 2.7 litres for women.
  • Add Natural flavouring to trick yourself to consume water.
  • Keep a water bottle with you at all times.
  • Replace sugary beverages  with water.
  • Keep an eye on the colour of your urine to check your hydration status.

Lastly, you should remember that weight-loss is a process that requires consistency and results don’t appear overnight. The takeaway of this article is to embrace the refreshing power of water not just as a life source, but as a key player in the intricate dance of weight loss.