A healthy diet is essential for losing weight, so it’s natural to feel defeated if we cave in and eat an unhealthy meal. But don’t let it break your spirit. Besides eating right, it’s important to create healthy habits that support weight loss.
Here are five habits that help you lose weight more efficiently in the long run:
Eat Lunch
When we skip meals, we feel moody, tired, and nervous. To prevent this, it’s essential to have regular meals throughout the day. By eating regularly, you’ll maintain good energy levels and control cravings. We recommend using the four-hour rule for snacks and meals.
Replace Sitting for Standing
Research shows standing instead of sitting increases our non-exercise active time (NEAT) and contributes to the number of calories we burn throughout the day. If you work in an office, choose a standing desk, suggest standing or walking meetings, and don’t forget to stretch every 30 to 60 minutes.
Consume Protein
Eating a lot of protein will help you feel full for longer, thus decreasing the calories you consume during the day. Digesting protein burns more calories than digesting fat or carbs, which also contributes to weight loss.
Don’t Avoid Snacks
Contrary to popular belief, snacking between meals can help you lose weight. Snacks control your appetite, lower your hunger level, and decrease the calories you consume during your next meal.
Drink Water Before Meals
Studies show hydrating before meals leads to consuming fewer calories and helps us feel full faster. It’s recommended to drink a glass of water before every meal.
Lose Weight Faster
Although small, these changes can be very effective and contribute to losing weight. In addition to adopting these habits, don’t forget to eat more fruit and veggies, exercise regularly, and be persistent.
