Quick Weight Loss Tips

Although we cannot say that this is the most important tip for quick weight loss, this tip is certainly in the TOP #3 things you should be doing to lose weight.  We would also like to say that any diet or weight program that supports something different is not in the best interest of long term weight loss and overall health.

Quick Weight Loss History

History tells us that we were an agrarian society. When there were not many ways to store leftovers and it took hours to prepare food, farmers typically ate from a 3-meal a day schedule. Ironically, this type of eating balanced out the body because of the laborious work required to be a farmer.  This history has passed that 3-meal a day thinking process to us, but we no longer need to think in those terms.

Food(for the most part) is plentiful and easily acquired.  It is even called “fast” food, now!  So now we must change our thinking about quick weight loss for eating.  Introducing: eating 5 to 6 times a day.  To keep up with today’s lifestyle and to continue to have quick weight loss, we should be eating at least 3 larger meals (protein, carbohydrate and vegetable) and 2 smaller “snacks” to keep our metabolism burning and our weight loss steady.

Here is why we do this: When you eat something, it triggers your metabolism which is what burns calories. Which is better jumpstart your metabolism 3 times or 5-6 times a day? Surely no one needs to be a mathematician to realize that in order to burn more calories by how you eat; you will need to eat more times per day than just three. The additional benefit to eating more often is that it even helps us to eat less at meal time.

Quick Weight Loss for non-”eaters”

If you are not an “eater” and this concept is completely foreign, then just start small.  You MUST BEGIN with some type of breakfast (a half hour to hour after waking) and 2-3 hours later eat again, 2-3 hours later have lunch, 2-3 hours later, yet another snack and then 2-3 hours later it should be dinner time.  Once you have really committed to your quick weight loss and proper eating habits, the best way to do this is to literally “plan” your meals and snacks per day. Planning takes the guess work out of what you will eat for the day, as well as enables you to avoid the snap “fast food” decisions that seek to ruin your weight loss commitment.

Eat more, lose more weight! Ironic, but true for quick weight loss!

Here is a little quick weight loss inspiration for you to lose weight, if they did it, we all can too!

Many people wonder if there are diets that work, or if there are certain foods that will give them that quick weight loss. Well here is the skinny on the fat:

THERE REALLY ISN’T any food that is guaranteed for quick weight loss. There are tips for hunger cravings BUT….there are some guidelines that we can set for you that will give you the tools you need to at least get started on that “weight loss shopping cart”.

Quick weight loss fact number one: WATER. Yes, water. Water, while not a food per se, is still the excellent choice for better health AND weight loss.  Everyone knows about the EIGHT, 8 oz water that is needed per day. It has even been suggested that you drink up to ½, yes ½ your weight in water. So if you weigh more than 128lbs, you better get to drinking! Of course, if water is not your thing, you can start slowly.  Just commit as suggested in weight loss tips inspiration and not just “resolve”.  Water will enable you to know if you are really hungry or just craving AND it will prevent you from eating as much, because it makes the tummy feel full.

Quick weight loss fact number two: there are a few foods that upon eating have so little calories that you will burn more calories than they contain and they are: celery, lettuce and fruits like watermelon that will be high in water content. Watermelon contains about 99% of water content! This sounds like fact number one doesn’t it? In fact it is similar. Go water!!

Quick weight loss fact number three: Try some Thermogenic foods, which are foods that require more “energy” to burn, and therefore ramp up your calorie burn. In fact, “salsa” is said to increase your metabolic rate by up to 20%. But, here are some others: (not including the exotic herb variety)mustard, chili sauce, cider vinegar, green tea, cayenne and of course “hot spices”.

Quick weight loss fact number four: Focus on the MEAT, not the potatoes.  Larger meals(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) not the smaller snacks, that focus on lean protein are said to increase the metabolic rate by up to 30%.  When you finally commit to a diet that works, then you must commit to better meal planning.  This means forget those carbohydrate potatoes as the main course, or the “pasta” as the main dish, you must focus on getting in those lean meats as your main course.  Some great lean meats are: salmon, tuna and other fish as well as turkey. If you cannot do any of these..try the maple syrup diet, just kidding!

Have fun meal planning.

Late Night and Cravings

If you’re starving late at night, try some low-sodium soup. Soups tend to be low in calories, fill your belly, and satiate the urge for something warm at night. Because we tend to eat soup slowly, it is difficult to overeat. There are many healthy soups to choose from—just read the label. Or better yet, make your own using fresh veggies. It’s comfort food at its best.

Distract yourself when you have a very strong craving. Cravings will disappear after two minutes if you walk away and turn your attention elsewhere.

Really hate most things green? No worries. If you like fruits, eat plenty of them. They are just as healthy as vegetables (especially colorful fruits such as oranges, mangoes, and melons). And make sure you take a multi-vitamin.

Chew slowly and thoroughly to improve digestion and increase the feeling of satiety after each meal. Also, wait 20 minutes before going back for seconds. It takes your body that long to figure out that it’s full.

What to eat and When

An easy way to tick off those 5 to 6 servings of fruits and veggies per day is to start planning your meals around them instead of a protein source. While there is no denying that we need protein, studies show that most Americans fall drastically short in the fruit and veggie department. And while lack of veggies is not the sole culprit, making the right food choices will reduce your risk of cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, most degenerative diseases, as well as control obesity and digestive problems. Plus, while there are only a handful of protein choices, there’s an almost endless array of different and unique fruits and veggies to choose from, which can lead to fun new adventures in eating. Pass the chayote!

Go one better: Pair an eight-ounce glass (more means too much sugar) of orange juice or a grapefruit with a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast and your arteries will be so proud of you. Phenolic compounds in oats are antioxidants that prevent blood cells from sticking to arterial walls. The phenolic compounds in oats work synergistically with vitamin C to inhibit LDL oxidation. When oats and citrus are served together, they boost antiplaque buildup in the arteries even more.

Keep several bags of your favorite frozen vegetables on hand. Mix any combination, microwave, and top with your favorite low-fat dressing. Enjoy 2 to 3 cups a day. Makes a great quick dinner.

Hope you enjoyed these weight loss gifts and tips from us to you.