Monday, September 6, 2010

Tips to Remain Slim

# First of all we must be determined to remain slim and work towards it. Develop a mind set towards it.

# Set realistic goals.

# Make lifestyle changes like giving up alcohol, smoking, avoiding fatty food, refined food,...

# Include fresh foods as far as possible as processed foods tend to contain high level of salt and sugar

# Do not expect immediate results.

# Never go for crash diets instead reduce weight gradually and slowly.

# Never skip meals as you tend to eat more, the next meal. Do not skip breakfast in particular.

# Include lot of fiber in your diet as it gives a feeling of fullness, thereby preventing you from gorging spicy and fatty food.

# Nuts contain lot of fiber .They are satisfying and cause people to eat less at meal time.

# Take warm lime juice mixed with honey the first thing in the morning.

# Go for skimmed milk.

# As far as possible avoid weight loss supplements.

# When you have cravings for sweets, take a fruit instead.

# When you have cravings for certain type of food like chocolates or ice cream, once in a while, you can take in small quantities .

# Take fruits and vegetables which has lot of water content like watermelons, cucumbers and white pumpkin.

# Keep yourself engaged as boredom leads to overeating.

# Drink lot of water, at least 8 glasses per day.

# Use the stairs instead of lift. Park the car a little far away and walk to your office. Use every opportunity to be physically active.

# Walk, Walk and Walk as much as possible .Even if you are busy, go for walk at least 5 days a week.

# Aerobic exercise like jogging, swimming, cycling, running accelerates weight loss. Consult a physician before starting any weight loss program. Aerobic exercise combined with healthy eating will certainly help in weight reduction.

# Make your exercise session enjoyable.

# Keep yourself free of stress

# Finally, weight loss is a slow process, so do not get disappointed and give up.

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