Learn The Five Top Weight Loss Rules
I remember reading once that "all diets work" and all diets will help you to "lose" weight. The problem is that rather than maintain the weight loss we often to go back to our poor eating habits and gain all of the weight that we lost back again. I I didn't agree.
I have often tried many different diets and many different ways to lose weight. I would religiously follow the diet program and the scale would not move. Not a pound dropped off. Some women's bodies are completely resistant to weight loss.
It is a biological thing for women. Men are always able to lose weight and gain muscle easier and faster than women because women are biologically programmed to hold onto the fat. In the scarce event of a famine our bodies are programmed not only to make sure we stay alive but also to keep any offspring that we may be carrying alive. Biologically it is just more difficult for women to lose weight.
But over the years I have learned quite a bit about what works to lose weight and what won't work. Here are the most important five rules that I have come up with.
First rule is to Eat. That's right; do not starve yourself if you want to achieve lasting weight loss. Eating regularly will keep you from getting over hungry which in turn will keep you from eating everything you see later on. It also keeps your metabolism going and your body keeps on burning calories. If your body thinks it is starving it will turn off your metabolism and conserve the fat so eat, at least 3 meals and as many as 6 small meals a day.
The second is to consume only quality food. That means nutritionally dense food that will benefit your body. Eating food that is lacking in nutritional value is a sure way to pile on the pounds. Also many cravings are actually caused by a nutritional deficit so stay away from any food that does not provide decent nutrition.
The third rule is to have protein at every meal. There is a reason why high protein diets tend to be successful. It's not because they are highly nutritious but instead because protein does not cause sugar spikes and it is digested slower than carbohydrates, especially simple carbohydrates. Therefore, when you add protein you don't get anywhere near as hungry and you don't eat anywhere near as much.
The fourth rule is to choose your carbohydrates wisely. Simple carbohydrates like sweets, candy and actually anything made out of white flour will just spike your blood sugar, make you hungry and add to your fat deposits. Choose complex carbohydrates like whole grains and vegetables. These will give you fiber, which will also keep you fuller and will keep your digestive system functioning at its highest levels.
The fifth rule is to start moving. Start an exercise program. Begin walking and take the stairs. You can begin slow and move up to a more challenging plan as you become stronger but if you want to lose weight and keep it off long-term exercise is crucial.
This is a lifetime commitment. Few people with weight problems conquer it once and never have to think of it again. It is a commitment you make everyday. But if you adhere to these rules for the majority of the time you will be on your way to a lean body. - 17273
I have often tried many different diets and many different ways to lose weight. I would religiously follow the diet program and the scale would not move. Not a pound dropped off. Some women's bodies are completely resistant to weight loss.
It is a biological thing for women. Men are always able to lose weight and gain muscle easier and faster than women because women are biologically programmed to hold onto the fat. In the scarce event of a famine our bodies are programmed not only to make sure we stay alive but also to keep any offspring that we may be carrying alive. Biologically it is just more difficult for women to lose weight.
But over the years I have learned quite a bit about what works to lose weight and what won't work. Here are the most important five rules that I have come up with.
First rule is to Eat. That's right; do not starve yourself if you want to achieve lasting weight loss. Eating regularly will keep you from getting over hungry which in turn will keep you from eating everything you see later on. It also keeps your metabolism going and your body keeps on burning calories. If your body thinks it is starving it will turn off your metabolism and conserve the fat so eat, at least 3 meals and as many as 6 small meals a day.
The second is to consume only quality food. That means nutritionally dense food that will benefit your body. Eating food that is lacking in nutritional value is a sure way to pile on the pounds. Also many cravings are actually caused by a nutritional deficit so stay away from any food that does not provide decent nutrition.
The third rule is to have protein at every meal. There is a reason why high protein diets tend to be successful. It's not because they are highly nutritious but instead because protein does not cause sugar spikes and it is digested slower than carbohydrates, especially simple carbohydrates. Therefore, when you add protein you don't get anywhere near as hungry and you don't eat anywhere near as much.
The fourth rule is to choose your carbohydrates wisely. Simple carbohydrates like sweets, candy and actually anything made out of white flour will just spike your blood sugar, make you hungry and add to your fat deposits. Choose complex carbohydrates like whole grains and vegetables. These will give you fiber, which will also keep you fuller and will keep your digestive system functioning at its highest levels.
The fifth rule is to start moving. Start an exercise program. Begin walking and take the stairs. You can begin slow and move up to a more challenging plan as you become stronger but if you want to lose weight and keep it off long-term exercise is crucial.
This is a lifetime commitment. Few people with weight problems conquer it once and never have to think of it again. It is a commitment you make everyday. But if you adhere to these rules for the majority of the time you will be on your way to a lean body. - 17273
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