It’s easy to advise people on how to eat healthy food. I have always heard people giving me tips like “You should compromise on junk food and rely more on R-E-A-L food” or “Feed more on organic vegetables, farm-to-table meals, kale omelettes”.
On the contrary, I make a pig of myself in trying to avoid these.Fast foods are crazy delicious and refraining myself from it is like saying N-O to my emotional rollercoaster. I feel you shouldn’t fall for terms like ‘cheat meal’ or ‘guilty pleasure’ while thinking about a double chocolate cookie. Neither you should start skipping meals for a slimmer body.
Food isn’t good or evil, my friend.
The key to staying healthy is not about gulping down kale smoothies and relying on chicken, broccoli and abandoning your favourite juicy double cheeseburger. Instead, train yourself to eat in moderate amounts.
To attain health-related goals, you need to limit yourselves to eat foods with higher calories (and not avoiding it). Always remember ‘Moderation is the key’.
Let me take you to some quick diet tips so that you stay on the healthy track and even pamper yourself with your favourite foods sometimes.
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Tip 1 – Drink plenty of water and other calorie-free beverages.
Make a point to drink a glass of water before taking a bite of your cheesy pizza. Many people confuse thirst with hunger and end up eating more when you just needed a bottle of water. If not plain water, then opt for flavoured sparkling water or even a brewing cup of green tea and herbal tea will help.
Tip 2 – Think twice before choosing your late-night snacks.
You ought to mindlessly eat after having your dinner. Eating snacks while watching TV is the easiest way to throw your diet off-track. Closing down the kitchen isn’t a great idea. How about allowing yourself a low-calorie snack like a bowl of low-fat ice-cream, yoghurt and even a 100-calorie pack of multi-grain cookies?
Tip 3 – Never be choosy with your favourite food.
Cutting out on your favourite cookie or pastry won’t make you a slimmer overnight. Instead, go slow and buy one fresh bakery cake piece or a small box of chocolate instead of a large portion of it. Just as I said earlier, moderation is the key.
Tip 4 – Schedule several mini-meals during the day.
A small portion of healthy snacks or meals will help you gain fewer calories. Several studies show that people who eat 4-5 meals a day can control their weight and appetite in a better way. It means that you are dividing your daily calories and maintaining your diet at the same time. Voilà!
Tip 5 – Protein is amazing.
A serving of protein is about the size and thickness of your palm. It is an ultimate fill-me-up food to rebuild your muscles and keep you strong (only if you are exercising regularly).
So, how much protein you should eat per day? It is anywhere from 80%-100% of your body weight in pounds per gram of protein. If you are 150 pounds (or 68kg), then target for about 120-150g of protein.
Tip 6 – Love spicy food? Have it all!
Adding spices to your food will boost flavour that can help you feel satisfied. Studies state that a flavorful meal stimulates your taste buds and is more satisfying so that you won’t eat much. Don’t go overboard; the point is that the more satisfied you are, the less you eat.
Tip 7 – Stuff your refrigerator with healthy foods
Keep a stock of ready-to-eat-snacks and meals-in-minutes in your kitchen and refrigerator. Keep on hand some of these essentials like frozen vegetables, reduced-fat cheese, whole-grain pasta, pre-cooked grilled chicken, frozen vegetables, whole-grain tortillas, bags of salads and more. It is quick to prepare than ordering a pizza.
Tip 8 – Order off the kids’ menu
It is easier said than done. But, if you want to remain healthy, then you need to form a habit of ordering a child-size entree to cut down calories and keep your diet reasonable. It is a trend now wherein restaurants are offering healthy food in small portions. While at home you can use smaller plates such that it looks like more. It will satisfy your mind resulting in a happy tummy.
Tip 9 – Munch on a bowl of vegetables than a cup of pasta
You can reduce 100-200 calories if you reduce the intake of starch and increase the proportion of vegetables on your plate. Yes! Ditch your delicious pasta or bread for a bowl of green nutrients and you could lose a dress or pants size in a year.
Tip 10 – Eat breakfast to avoid binge eating
There is an old saying “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper”. If you miss breakfast, then you will be hungry throughout the day and start nibbling on unhealthy snacks, making you off-track from your diet plan.
Pro tip: Always make time for a healthy morning meal, like high-fibre cereal, fruits and low-fat milk.
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Lastly, protein is one of the most metabolic macronutrients that means the more protein-rich foods you eat, the more calories you burn. Eat well and make sure you burn extra calories (after having all your sugar delicacies) through exercise.
You don’t need to stress yourself by ignoring foods. Instead, learn the art of controlling your inner foodie goddess. Try to manage all your chocolate fancies and opt for a healthy diet.
Repeating myself: Moderation is the key to healthy living.
Author Bio:
The writer is a part of the Indian Deals, an online store that provides coupons for everything you would find in Sydney, Australia. She has travelled around the world, and come back with interests that are larger than life. Writing had always been a passion, which she is pursuing now, along with her travels.
