Help with Weight Loss

1. Use a Smaller Plate

Weight loss tips – No. 1 Use a smaller plate. When putting food out we tend to fill a plate to a certain level, so naturally, using a smaller plate with result in a smaller portion. After a little while you get used to the smaller plate and feel like you are getting a decent amount of food.

2. Drink Plenty of Water

Drinking lots of water can help reduce hunger.  Drinking plenty of water is known to help with losing weight so try to drink lots of water throughout the day.

3. Organize Meals for the Week

Decide in advance what meals you will have each day and get all the ingredients you need. This way you can be really organized and less likely to be tempted to eat the wring kind of food. This also helps as it means you don’t have to think about food as much.

4. Drink Water Before Meals

It is very helpful to drink a large glass of water before every meal as this will help you to feel full. You will undoubtedly eat less food if you do this. This reduced calorific intake, however small, has a cumulative effect which means you will lose weight.

5. Eat More vegetables

Eating vegetables will really help with weight loss. Choose vegetables that you quite like and try to make it interesting, perhaps with spices or new recipes you have not tried before. Then try to incorporate more and more different types of veg in your diet. All those antioxidants, vitamins and fiber will be so good for you too.

6. Eat Healthy Meals

Eat simple healthy foods where possible. Look for natural low calorie food that you enjoy. Try using spices to make your meals more interesting. Don’t forget healthy fats such as avocado and oily fish.

7. Eat Healthy Snacks

When you are trying to lose weight you are likely to need a snack in between meals from time to time, especially if you have made a big reduction in calories or the quantity of food you are eating at mealtimes. Plan ahead and be prepared by making sure you have healthy low calorie snacks to that you can enjoy a snack without feeling guilty or like you are ruining your efforts. Eg snack in the image – Hummus and crunchy re pepper or celery.

8. Fiber for Weight Loss

Try to incorporate fiber in your diet, as it will help you to feel fuller for longer and is beneficial for weight and fat loss. Pulses, legumes, beans, vegetables and oats are all good. Combine this with plenty of water and you will see the benefits.

9. Weigh yourself

It can be helpful to weigh yourself every day – ideally first thing in the morning. Only weigh yourself once per day (or even less if you prefer). Remember, if you weigh yourself several times a day it is normal for your weight to fluctuate due to water and food in your body. Try to stay positive regarding your weight loss as you have to be patient while your body works at burning fat, it is not instant!

10. Take Body Measurements

When it comes to dieting and weight loss, the scales are not the only measure. Your body will be changing and you may find evidence of it by measuring yourself. Take measurements before you start and then as and when you want to. Keep track of your progress. You could also take photos before you start your weight loss regime.

11. Exercise!

While it is not essential to exercise when trying to lose weight it can certainly help. For one thing it can give your metabolism a boost and help to sculpt your body shape and create definition. Aerobic exercise is very good for you , but especially weights (such as kettlebells). Weight training or Kettlebell workouts help you to build muscle in your body. If you build muscle you will naturally increase your baseline metabolism (ie the amount of calories your body uses without trying). Exercising can also help you sleep better and be less stressed.

12. Get plenty of Sleep

Weight loss tips – last but not least is get plenty of sleep. If you are tired you will probably eat more without even realizing it. Try to get plenty of sleep so that you can be more in control of food. Remember, you are burning calories while you sleep!

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