healthy body
LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT By Anthony Baker Love Plants, Lose Meat. Lean protein (chicken, turkey, fish) can be an important component of a healthy diet. But red meat and processed meat, products like bacon or sausage, are less beneficial. Reduce these types of foods in your diet, and instead eat more fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are lower in calories and higher in volume than other foods - meaning you can fill up on them without gaining weight as easily. Another advantage is that they are high in fiber, which is essential for anybody trying to lose weight. Viscous fiber, a substance only found in plant-based food, increases nutrient absorption and slows stomach emptying, so you'll feel full longer. Water, Water Everywhere. A simple yet effective strategy is to drink a large glass of water before every meal. You'll find that it helps fill you up so you eat less. You should also try replacing sugary drinks with water. Carbonated, sweetened beverages tend to be full of empty calories, so they don't contribute any vitamins or minerals to your diet. They won't do your health any good so give water a chance instead.
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INSPIRE HEALTH
Winter 2021
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU? IT SOUNDS COUNTER-INTUITIVE, BUT THE BEST WAY TO LOSE WEIGHT IS TO FORGET ABOUT THE DIET. A DIET IMPLIES DRASTIC SHORT-TERM CHANGE - INSTEAD, YOU SHOULD FOCUS ON CREATING HEALTHY, SUSTAINABLE AND LONG-TERM HABITS. INTRODUCE THESE SEVEN STRATEGIES INTO YOUR LIFE AND YOU'LL FIND YOURSELF LOSING WEIGHT IN THE HEALTHIEST WAY POSSIBLE. WHY NOT MAKE 2021 THE YEAR YOU DITCH THE DIET BY EMBRACING THESE EFFECTIVE AND TRANSFORMATIVE LIFESTYLE CHANGES? Don't Let Perfect be the Enemy of Good. This advice is usually applied to writing or studying, but it also holds true for weight loss. It's common to want to give up after making a mistake. Maybe you couldn't resist that hot chocolate and slice of cake on a cold rainy afternoon, or an extra helping of your mom's delicious potatoes at dinner. It helps to forget about dieting and think instead about how you want to live your life. You're making a long-term change for the benefit of your health, not a quick-fix. Slip-ups and the occasional unhealthy day are okay - treats can be a part of a healthy lifestyle. Don't worry if this happens, and don't give in to the mindset that everything’s ruined so you may as well indulge more. Reset and start your healthy eating again at the next mealtime.
