6 Tips on How to Eat to Lose Weight

6 Tips on How to Eat to Lose Weight Weight loss programs include diets and what proper foods to eat. But eating is something we cannot just give up. I’ve heard people say that “you are what you eat” meaning that how we look is the product of what foods we eat. Let me add to this fact, as a dieter, it is also important for you to know that “how you eat foods” also affects your weight. So for you to lose weight here are 10 tips on how to eat.

·         Drink water, not too much, or eat fruits with water content such as apple or pear before eating your meal to fill you up a little.

·         You may start measuring what you are eating. Instead of 3 big meals try 4-6 small meals a day. This will help satisfy your appetite. Do not skip or wait too long in between meals for this will put your body into starvation mode. Means your body starts storing and saving fats instead of burning it.

• Use smaller plates when eating; this will help you believe that you’re already full. Our bodies follow what our minds are telling. When eating snacks you can also do this, small bowl instead of out of the bag. Eat them one piece at a time instead of by the handful. You will end up eating less.
• Eat slowly and take time to listen to what your body is saying. By slowing down you give those natural signals of fullness a chance to register. To avoid feeling puffed up is do anything that will add time in between bite. Put your fork down after every bite, and after swallowing the food then is the time for you to have another bite. Or you may do a crossword puzzle or write an email.
• Eat baked, steamed or grilled foods rather than fried so that the fats and oil will be lesser. Or if frying is the only way to make your food tastier, use non-sticky frying pans. This type of pans does not need oil for frying.
• Plan your next meal. Now that you know these things you better start planning the foods you will eat in the next days or so, foods that of course will help you lose weight.

It is not enough to just simply eat healthy foods to lose weight. Know how to eat your meal also is important to gain the desired weight.