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Losing weight, or trying to maintain it, isn’t an easy task. It requires a lot of will, control, and planning. Whether you’re working out or not, you should follow a certain diet plan to achieve your goal weight. But sometimes, it’s not possible to give up on everything you used to have, that’s why we are here to help you.
Here’s a list of small and healthy changes that you can easily make to your diet.
Finally, this year we reckon, you’ll be able to keep up with your New Year’s resolution! Just make these changes and say hello to a healthy and happy you.
Coke and other beverages contain a high amount of sugar, so it’s always better to stay away from them. Even if you’re consuming sugar-free beverages, the artificial sweeteners may increase your appetite. Replace any soda with lemon water, and you’ll thank us later.
Replace refined and processed white food with white-grain starches like brown rice and brown bread. They contain fibre, make you feel fuller, and decrease absorption of calories from other food sources.
Don’t buy juices from the market. Instead make use of fresh fruits and vegetables that you have at home. Make some delicious smoothies or enjoy a nice glass of freshly squeezed juice for breakfast.
Fast food is not good for your health, we bet you already know that, right? Obviously, it tastes delicious and leaves us wanting more. But, it’s best to replace all the unhealthy snacks with fruits and vegetables for a healthy lifestyle. (Obviously, you can treat yourself to these scrumptious treats once in a while!)
You should always have to-go veggies in your fridge. Replace chips and burgers that are loaded with high amount of fat with these healthy snacking options. Stock your fridge with peeled cucumbers, baby carrots, and chopped beetroots.
Fruits are rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, roughage, and fibre. It’s a sin to skip fruits from your diet, altogether. Make sure you help yourself to 1 to 2 fruit servings a day.
Consuming 1-2 cups of green tea every day helps in boosting metabolism. It is loaded with antioxidants and various substances that are beneficial for your health. These substances help in breaking down the fat in your body, hence, helping you in losing weight.