Weight loss is not an instant process. When the calorie intake has not burned totally, the leftover residue forms fat and thus a person becomes obese. This excess weight cannot be shed instantly. It needs perseverance, integrity, and meticulous planning. The planning of weight loss is made up of three factors: the exercise that burns the extra calories, a healthy lifestyle and the most important factor: a healthy diet.
A healthy diet supports your immune system. It doesn't mean starving yourself while you track your calorie count and opt for a single can of cola instead of five or six small meals. To that end, it also doesn't mean settling for bland foods that taste like cardboard. What it does mean is matching your calorie needs with your lifestyle and physiological requirements. In other words, your diet will be different than your friend's; and it should be.
Almost every healthy diet will push anti-oxidant foods. The reason for this is that anti-oxidants are shown to reduce the effects of natural aging by keeping your skin tissue soft, hydrated, and pliant -- youthful, in other words. Certain vitamins contain anti-oxidants, many of which are available through the consumption of fruit (hence that old "fruit and vegetable" diet of the 1980's) and fiber, and consequently should be an essential "menu item" on your diet.
The no-carb diet has been proven "wrong." Carbs are an important element to a healthy diet and it is more likely that carbohydrate intake needs to be scaled back (not eliminated altogether). What you need to aim for is matching the amount of carbs to the amount of protein that you take in on a regular basis. Ideally, a marginal preference to protein works best and partially replacing carbs with animal or plant protein seems to work fine. Now, that doesn't mean going nuts with protein; some, like red meats, should be limited or avoided because they contain high fat content (lean meats on the other hand should be a regular component to your diet menu).
Most people overlook dairy intake when planning for a healthy diet and are shocked to find that dairy needs to be restricted. Dairy has a direct link to obesity as a result of high fat content. Now, low-cal yogurt and non-fat cottage cheese are exceptions and can be incorporated into your meal plan. Another alternative would be health shakes or protein shakes, but you should consult the dietary guide before purchasing -- keep carbs low and protein high on these products.
Finally, a proper exercise routine eliminates that extra fluid in our bodies. But exercise alone won't do the trick -- you need to either increase your water intake or maintain it (8-10 cups). This keeps your muscles, skin, and body properly hydrated and as a result reduces the chance of cramping (keep in mind that cramping is one of the main reasons we skip out on regular exercise... so drinking that water keeps our routine on track).
As noted here, fasting does not have a place in a healthy diet or weight loss. While it sounds cliche, weight loss really is a change in lifestyle, everything from how exercise to what you eat. It doesn't mean settling for tasteless meals; enjoy healthy foods instead but make sure they match up with your body's calorie requirements. Also, bring others into your exercise routine; if you run into resistance, don't call it exercise, call it an evening stroll or spring cleaning involving moving heavy boxes around. Once it becomes routine, you'll be addicted! - 15995
A healthy diet supports your immune system. It doesn't mean starving yourself while you track your calorie count and opt for a single can of cola instead of five or six small meals. To that end, it also doesn't mean settling for bland foods that taste like cardboard. What it does mean is matching your calorie needs with your lifestyle and physiological requirements. In other words, your diet will be different than your friend's; and it should be.
Almost every healthy diet will push anti-oxidant foods. The reason for this is that anti-oxidants are shown to reduce the effects of natural aging by keeping your skin tissue soft, hydrated, and pliant -- youthful, in other words. Certain vitamins contain anti-oxidants, many of which are available through the consumption of fruit (hence that old "fruit and vegetable" diet of the 1980's) and fiber, and consequently should be an essential "menu item" on your diet.
The no-carb diet has been proven "wrong." Carbs are an important element to a healthy diet and it is more likely that carbohydrate intake needs to be scaled back (not eliminated altogether). What you need to aim for is matching the amount of carbs to the amount of protein that you take in on a regular basis. Ideally, a marginal preference to protein works best and partially replacing carbs with animal or plant protein seems to work fine. Now, that doesn't mean going nuts with protein; some, like red meats, should be limited or avoided because they contain high fat content (lean meats on the other hand should be a regular component to your diet menu).
Most people overlook dairy intake when planning for a healthy diet and are shocked to find that dairy needs to be restricted. Dairy has a direct link to obesity as a result of high fat content. Now, low-cal yogurt and non-fat cottage cheese are exceptions and can be incorporated into your meal plan. Another alternative would be health shakes or protein shakes, but you should consult the dietary guide before purchasing -- keep carbs low and protein high on these products.
Finally, a proper exercise routine eliminates that extra fluid in our bodies. But exercise alone won't do the trick -- you need to either increase your water intake or maintain it (8-10 cups). This keeps your muscles, skin, and body properly hydrated and as a result reduces the chance of cramping (keep in mind that cramping is one of the main reasons we skip out on regular exercise... so drinking that water keeps our routine on track).
As noted here, fasting does not have a place in a healthy diet or weight loss. While it sounds cliche, weight loss really is a change in lifestyle, everything from how exercise to what you eat. It doesn't mean settling for tasteless meals; enjoy healthy foods instead but make sure they match up with your body's calorie requirements. Also, bring others into your exercise routine; if you run into resistance, don't call it exercise, call it an evening stroll or spring cleaning involving moving heavy boxes around. Once it becomes routine, you'll be addicted! - 15995
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