Lose Weight and Still Eat Normally

     We are what we eat and unfortunately for many people in the western world this means that both their diets and their bodies
contain a high level of fat. Healthy eating may have a high profile in the media today, however many people ignore the
advice on offer. Frequently they choose foods that are high in fats and sugars over a more fibrous low calorie diet.
If you want to lose weight, then it is obviously going to be worth your while sitting down and running through a typical days
calories contained within your current diet. You want to take a hard look at how many foods you eat that work for you. Believe it or not it is possible to get your diet to actually do the work for you. Although it may sound strange, eating does not necessarily mean having to gain unwanted weight.

The reason for this is down to the relationship between the substance of certain foods and your natural biochemistry and
metabolism. For instance, protein is a muscle builder - it helps to convert fat into muscle. Protein obtained from lean meats
such as Chicken and Turkey is a powerful fat fighter. On top of this, fibrous foods such as fruits and nuts and veg are an
excellent addition due to the part they play in digestive transit. They keep your digestion moving swiftly and help you to
maintain your intestines water levels.

In addition to all this, it is important to remember that we often eat out of habit. Our established behaviour patterns
structure what we like to eat. Many people who want to lose weight find it difficult to know which foods to chose for the
best weight loss results. Losing weight by swapping and changing to different diets is not always the best way. Also, we
don鈥檛 want to deprive ourselves of the odd treat or nice meal out. Fortunately There are certain food rules we can use to
help limit the impact of a high calorie dinner.

One of the best of these comes from how you chew. Now this may sound ridiculous- after all, we all know how to eat right? But
before you dismiss it out of hand, just consider this. A recent study looked at dieting and nutritional advice from the last
200 hundred years. One old remedy from Edwardian Britain was the 20 chew diet. This involved chewing each piece of tough food
substances like red meat put in the mouth no less than twenty times. After repeating this test on several participants, the
researchers noted that there was a noticeable decrease in the participant鈥檚 weight even without any major exercise!
There are of course scientific reasons behind this traditional solution. Chewing your food thoroughly is great for your
health. Not only does it aid digestion, but it helps you limit your portion size. The brain takes a while to realize that
you are full. Chewing more can give it that extra time to account for the food you are eating.

Think smart and plan ahead when it comes to shopping and preparing what you eat. You will probably find that your stomach is
lighter while your wallet is heavier. A balance that we would all to reach I think you will agree. A typical TV dinner
can cost a few dollars at the supermarket and one portion can聽contain聽up聽to 630 calories. Add a cheesy garlic bread and a
bottle of coke and the cost rises to over five bucks.聽However the total聽cost of this convenience meal may be as bad for your
waistline as your wallet, notching up almost 1000 calories.

If you swap your microwave meal for a home-cooked alternative, you can save in calories and cash. Be clever about what you
purchase as well. Buy only enough fresh fruit and vegetables for the next couple of days, so they won鈥檛 end up going off in
the bottom of your fridge. When it comes to fruit and veg, remember that the dried, frozen and canned alternatives are just
as good as fresh. There really are no excuses about cost when it comes to healthy eating. Search the internet for calorie
reduced recipes that are very healthy but that don鈥檛 compromise on taste. That way you will ensure that healthy eating is
enjoyable as much as it is good for your health. Finally, it`s important to enjoy a little of what you fancy and not feel
obliged to totally cut out the foods you love. If you`re craving chocolate, have a few pieces. That way you won`t end up
bingeing.

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