Given the fact that we live in a century of constant rush and we’re always in fight with the time, it seems nowadays nobody has the minute of the day to have some ‘me-time’. So we’re used to going to the nearest fast food shop and eat junk food day after day and the amount of calorie we enter is frightening. On the other hand, even if you have some hour for yourself for the weekend to take care of your body and health, what should you do first- should you go to the gym or should you prepare yourself a healthy meal? One thing is for sure, working out without healthy eating habits won’t end up with the wanted results. Luckily, there are few simple tactics you can start using that will help you lose weight, and the best part is you don’t have to make much effort. So here are 10 eating habits you should apply in order to lose weight.
EVALUATE YOUR EATING HABITS
In order to remove the problem, you must start by identifying its source. Here are few of the worst eating habits:
- Eating late at night
- Adding sugar in your coffee or tea
- Drinking sweetened juices
- Eating to fast
- Eating junk food and snacks
Just think with your conscious mind how much this affects your weight, and you’ll soon start changing those bad habits.
DRINK A LOT OF WATER
Numerous studies have shown that people who drink enough water, are more prone to losing weight.
RESTAURANT RULE
If you want to eat at a restaurant instead of a pizza, order veggie dish.
EAT REGULARLY
Choose the schedule for your daily meals that works best for you, and stick to it.
BREAKFAST IS A MUST
You won’t eat that much during the day, if you have a nice, nutrient rich breakfast. People who eat breakfast enter more vitamins and minerals, and less fats and cholesterol. Also, make sure you eat different foods, because there is no food that contains all the necessary nutrients.
EAT SLOW
Your brain needs up to 10minutes to give you signal that you’re fed up. So, eat slowly, and you won’t eat that much food, so you won’t feel bloated.
ADD OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS IN YOUR DIET
Besides from being a good source of protein, fish contains a lot of omega-3 fatty acids. Here’s a short list of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids you can use daily:
- Fish(tuna, sardines…)
- Cauliflower
- Nuts
- Oregano
- Zucchini
INSTEAD OF SNACKS EAT FRUITS
Even thought snack cravings are hard to avoid, avoid them by eating fruits. Or if you’re a total addict to snacks, use another healthier variety- prepare some veggie chips and enjoy a good movie.
AVOID FRIED FOOD
Fried food is not only one of the main reasons for obesity, but it also damages the overall health, Also, fried food has a negative influence on digestion.
WRITE DOWN WHAT, WHEN, AND HOW MUCH YOU EAT
This eating habit is associated with the human’s brain. Once you write down everything, you’ll come to the conclusion that you eat even when you’re not hungry, for example, when you’re stressed, sad, or bored. In this way, you’ll be in control, and you won’t long for food the next time you’re stressed, sad or bored.
