Choosing Better Lifestyle Habits Over Short-Term Weight Loss Goals

In a world where people are getting diamonds studded into their teeth to look glamorous, a not-so-perfect body is far from acceptable. Weight loss pills, powders and patches are available by truckloads in the market and are touted as the best quick fix for weight loss. Weight lost by crash diets almost always latches back on soon enough. Healthy weight loss by drastic dietary changes like cutting down certain food groups altogether is almost unheard of and definitely not recommended.  

A better idea, say as part of the new year resolution, is to inculcate new and healthy eating habits which can be followed lifelong. They not only help lose weight but make the body healthier and give better stamina. They are simple tricks of replacing just a few of your present foods with smarter alternatives. It will result in not only a healthy loss of weight but provide other health benefits like reduced cholesterol levels, lesser risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes and higher energy levels.

Focussing on quality instead of quantity (weighing scale numbers) shall make you maintain the lost weight lifelong.So here are a few changes that you can bring about in your daily meals-

Go veggie

Freak out on those farm fresh vegetables of every possible colour. More colourful your plate, more balanced is your diet. Vegetables are low in calories, high in vital nutrients like vitamins and minerals, high in water and fibre content and can be easily consumed raw. They make you feel fuller faster and are high on nutrient content. So make sure you are having enough greens every day.Even vegetarian diets needs to be carefully planned as calories can add up.Watch the video below to know the best vegetarian food groups for weight loss.

Drown your guts

Consume at least 3-4 litres of water daily and see the change in your skin, bowel function and energy levels in general. Calorie-free, cheap and extremely vital to every cellular function, having enough of it will make your body sing praises of your new diet plan. Not only does it help maintain the weight loss but it flushes out the toxins everyday and keeps body metabolic mechanisms functioning smoothly.

Diversify

Make sure you include all food groups without overindulging in any one. Fats and carbohydrates are as essential a part of a balanced diet as are proteins or vitamins. So do not skip out on them but limit them to a 15% of your total dietary intake.  Include lots of nuts, fruits, dairy products, cereals, vegetables, and pulses in your meals in varying proportions.  

Most importantly, be positive towards food and see those pounds disappear with a renewed sense of vigour and better health in the coming year!

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