10 Quick Tips for Weight Loss
By Jigna Mehta
1) Small, Frequent meals
Eat at-least 3 meals a day and 1 to 2 small, healthy snacks in between meals to increase the metabolism
2) Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate (9 inches) and bowl to avoid overeating
3) Plan meals ahead of time
To avoid last minute fast food pick-ups or dining out
4) Watch your eating habits
Do not eat in front of TV. Eat slowly
5) Foods to choose less often
Cut back on food items high in fats, added sugars, and salt such as cakes, cookies, candies, ice-cream, and pizzas.
6) Always start your meals with soup or salad
Choose water based soup or a colorful salad to cut back on the entrée portion
7) Strategies for eating out
Order entrées that are baked, broiled, grilled, or roasted instead of fried
8) Do not drink calories
Cut back on sugary drinks such as fruit juices, smoothies, or regular sodas
Limit the consumption of alcohol
9) Drink plenty of water
Follow the rule of 8 and 8: Drink 8 glasses of 8 oz. water daily
10)Get moving: Be Active
Exercise between 45 to 60 minutes at-least 5 days a week
August 9th, 2012 at 2:41 am
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July 4th, 2012 at 11:50 pm
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July 4th, 2012 at 9:00 pm
10 quick tips for weight loss
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