4 Simple Tips that Will Help You in Your Weight Loss Journey

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Seems familiar, right? You must’ve seen countless ads like this online, in newspapers, magazines, and on television and radio too. This is how companies claim to help you lose extra body fat—FYI: No, they’re not!—while making millions. Unfortunately, obesity is often presented as a cosmetic problem in our society, when it’s actually a medical one. Fortunately, though, you can tackle it by making a few lifestyle changes and, of course, working out.

Here are a few tips backed by science that can help you lose those extra kilos. I can’t promise that you’ll lose 20 kilos in 28 days, but you can definitely expect measurable results within a couple of weeks.

Tip 1 - Maintain a Healthy Diet

Although there are many fad diets out there, don’t fall prey to them. Keep it simple. Add nutrient-rich food to your diet and avoid processed foods. Ensure that you eat four meals a day with the following component ratio:

• 50% fruits and vegetables (for vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants)

• 25% whole grains (for fiber)

• 25% white meat and eggs (for protein)

Tip 2 – Drink Lots of Water

Consuming approximately 350 ml of water half an hour before meals can be extremely helpful in your weight loss journey. It prepares your gut for better digestion and boosts your metabolism, which ultimately causes calories to burn faster. Even in traditional healing practices such as Ayurveda, water has been considered a major ingredient for boosting the body’s metabolism.

Tip 3 – Consume Healthy Drinks (Green Tea/Black Coffee)

I’m not going to elaborate on the benefits of fruit and vegetable juices, as you already know how healthy they are. Instead, I'll emphasize alternate drinks like green tea and coffee. Green tea is rich in Catechin, a potent antioxidant with a little caffeine. While caffeine boosts your metabolism, Catechin’s anti-aging properties positively impact your organs and skin. Also, start drinking black coffee—at least at the beginning of your day—so you can have an energized start.

Tip 4 – Whenever You Feel Like Munching, Eat Healthy Snacks

Consuming unhealthy snacks between meals is a major reason for weight gain. Replace your unhealthy munchies with healthy snacks. Instead of eating chips, fries, or a slice of cake, start consuming whole grain cookies, fruits, yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, and salad to sate your between-meals cravings without gaining weight.

The bottom line is not to consider your increasing weight as merely a cosmetic issue. It’s a medical condition that can affect your physical and mental well-being. Eat healthy, improve your lifestyle, and exercise whenever possible. These will definitely pay off in your quest for losing fat.