shutterstock_38912845_MediumWeight has always been a daunting issue in today’s society. With the influx of stick- thin super models and chiselled abs and the likes, more people aim to look better and feel better. The importance placed on a healthy lifestyle and a healthy weight has launched many people into trying to lose the excess pounds and become slimmer. But just like any weight-buff out there, it seems like losing those pounds seem to take forever.

 

 

Eating healthy plays a vital role in reaching your weight goals. Drastic diets undertaken by individuals without professional advice may lead to undesired side effects. On the other hand, meal plans drawn up by professional dieticians allows for better compliance, and becomes a lifelong habit, making weight loss permanent compared to the yo-yo dieting techniques that to more weight gain than before.

How do you eat healthy? Eating healthy is more of an informed choice rather than an obsession. Controlling what you eat and knowing that its good for you is the key ingredient in making this work.

 

  • Choose lean choices of meat, fish, and whole grain – we all know that fats contain twice as more calories from starches and lean meat. By choosing lean meat, fish, and whole grain, you ensure yourself as full stomach minus those calories. These food choices have a low glycemic index, meaning it will not increase your blood sugar levels and will keep you fuller for a longer period of time.
  • Opt for fiber and fruits – fiber and fruits keep you feeling fuller without giving you much to worry about. Fiber has literally no calorie count, whereas fruits have little calories and provide a healthy dose of vitamin C. In addition, fiber acts to help cleanse your digestive system and flush out the toxins that might have accumulated by the variety of food you eat.
  • Steam instead of boil, boil instead of fry, and fry instead of grill – eating healty also means cooking healthy. By keeping to this adage, you are ensuring not only controlling the calories you consume, but you also protect yourself from the carcinogens present in the grilling process.
  • Hydrate yourself well – Drinking 8 glasses of water a day indeed has its merits. Water keeps hunger at bay and flushes out toxins from the body. If water alone is boring, try freshly squeezed fruit juices and herbal teas. These are filled with health benefits too!