Namrata has been on a no-carbs diet for over two months now. The initial euphoria on losing 3 kilos in the first week is wearing off. And so is her solid reserve to lose 15 kilos. She had started off well, and unlike many people who go on a reducing diet, she has stuck on with her diet. But the weight loss she experienced in the first few weeks has not sustained. In fact she has gained a kilo in the last fortnight!
If you have been eating less and are trying to shed those extra pounds, this story must sound like your own. With every passing day of your weight loss regimen, all you lose is courage and faith. But there is no need to despair because you are not alone. Let us discuss some tips to make your body let go of the flab.
Winter blues: Most of us experience depression or sugar hunger/pangs during the months of winter. Where do you think all that gaajar ka halwa goes? During the winter months we consume 500-1500 calories more daily. The key is to stay out in the sun for as long as you can. You must understand that hunger has a psychological, not physical character. Stocking up the fridge with fruit is a healthy option even in winters.
The Period Is Your Friend: Normally women tend to rest during their period and the PMS preceding it. Research proves that women burn more calories during the time from 2 weeks after ovulation till 2 days before menstruation. So it is advisable that you increase your weight loss efforts during this period. Exercise and dieting during the last phase of your cycle will fetch you the maximum benefit.
TV: The Enemy Of Weight Loss: It has been scientifically proved that people end up eating more if they are watching TV, or listening to music while dining. Dont you love gorging on those crispies while watching your favorite movie? Separate your TV time from your eating time. This will also give you quality time with your family.
Distance Yourself From Food: It would help your diet if you kept food away from yourself. American scientists have discovered that food items kept on the lower shelves of the fridge disappear faster. So it would be best if you stocked healthy options like fruit, sprouts and salad on the lower shelves.
Being In a Happy Marriage: It is true that a couple of years later, in a marriage, both the partners adopt similar eating habits and patterns. Actually usually its the wife who adopts the husbands eating habits. As the family increases in numbers, so does the food you cook, and eat. Garner support of your family. Everyone will benefit from healthy eating habits.
