pls help me with my low fat diet

Philippines
February 9, 2007 10:09pm CST
Im starting to trim down my calorie intake...And part of my program would be cooking , specifically , low fat cooking...anyone help...Any tips or recipes that I can make...
6 responses
@anup12 (4177)
• India
10 Feb 07
The first thing is that you need to reduce the oil.Oil is the main reason for fat.You need to use minimum oil in your diet.You should start taking more leafy vegetables and should not take red meat at all.
• Philippines
10 Feb 07
thanks...right now, im not taking anything that is fried....i only take those that are boiled, grilled....or raw...I am mpre of a whole wheat lover since I really cant take lots of leafy veggies...thanks for your response!! Have a nice day!!
@babyjane (1390)
• Philippines
8 Mar 07
1. Drink water Water is quite possibly the single most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off longer term. Water acts as an appetite suppressant by keeping your stomach full and fending off dehydration which can lead to false cravings/hunger. Water also helps your body metabolize stored fat by helping the kidneys flush out waste. When you don't drink enough water the liver which works to provide stored fat for energy helps the kidneys eliminate waste and becomes less effective at metabolizing fat. Drinking water ice cold burns about 62 calories a day. Your body has to work to raise that waters temperature to your body's temperature. This equals around 430 calories per week. 2. Eat regularly This means eating 5 times a day and the most important meal is breakfast. Make sure you fuel your body first thing in the morning to avoid hunger pangs later in the day. When you eat 5 times a day you will never feel hungry, make sure the total calories consumed are sensible and don't over eat in any of the meals learn portion size control! 3. Eat lots of fibre Eating adequate fiber foods to help keep things moving through your bowel. And like water, fiber rich foods bulk you up and make you feel fuller for longer. Fibre is found only in plant foods our bodies cant digest it to so it simply goes through the body. During the elimination process it cuts calories consumed by attaching to protein and fat that you eat along with it removes that as well In addition, high fiber foods are typically low in calories and filling, so you are reducing your calorie intake overall. Good fibre foods include: strawberries, apples, figs, chickpeas, potatoes, (with skins) broccoli, brown rice, beans, bran and nuts. 4. Consume more good fats There are good fats and bad fats Good fats provide you with essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids) needed for normal reproduction and growth, as well as for production of prostoglandin, a hormone like compound that regulates blood pressure, prevents blood clotting and lowers the risk of heart disease. For example, the reason oily fish is a great food stems from the fact that the essential fatty acids which it contains can actually help your body burn fat more efficiently and protect against disease. Get at least three portions of oily fish a week with Salmon, mackerel, herrings and sardines being good choices. 5. Get plenty of quality protein Quality protein is an effective weight control tool because of the satiety factor and its ability to keep you full for longer periods. It also balances out carbohydrates by preventing insulin spikes that cause energy loss and sugar cravings Protein helps to maintain muscle mass which is important in the fat burning process. Good choices include: Fish, shrimps, Low fat cottage cheese, low fat yogurt, skimmed milk, egg whites, s Weight gain is caused by consuming too many calories, whether they are from carbohydrate, protein or fat. 6. Carbohydrates can help you lose weight Don't believe what you read about carbohydrates being bad for you, they can actually help you lose weight! A diet containing good carbohydrates such fruits and vegetables, wholegrains and moderate in fat and calories, will result in weight loss Good carbohydrates will also help you combat hunger pangs as they are slowly realized into the body. When eating carbohydrates eat them "from the earth" with no refining or processing. These include whole grains, vegetables; fruits and beans. Sensible weight loss If you have read the above you will see that it is not the food group, but the quality of the food in it that's important for fast weight loss.
• United States
20 Feb 07
You may want to make sure your meats/fish are mostly broiled, steamed or baked. I use olive oil so I can cut out a lot of the bad fats. I have never struggled with my weight, but understand it's a difficult situation. Good luck.
@ashjoe76 (1422)
• India
10 Feb 07
The main thing is to cut down on fatty food. Avoid cooking in oil. It is really easy to find out that you can cook anything without really using oil. Once you learn that, you may be able to replace your meat anf fish fries with something that tastes great, but doen't add too much fat on your body. A vegetarian diet would be great, and if you do not have a craving for non-vegetarian food, you can even limit your non-vegetarian dishes to a eekly speciality. Go for green salads and vegetable dishes. If you used to have a lot of carbohydrate intake, cut it down drastically and replace it with a balanced diet which includes a lot of vegetables and fruits. Make fruits a daily obsession. Transform your food intake into lower chunks at several times. And, never ever forget your breakfast. Exercise well. No matter how much you concentrate on a diet, you need some light exercise, like walking, jogging, cycling or swimming that helps you burn your calories and to keep you healthy.
@terrly396 (126)
• China
10 Feb 07
Oh,you seems so thin,why still want to low your calorie intake?!Maybe you want to dance ballet?
@hibloom (48)
• India
10 Feb 07
try incorporating lots of veggies, salads in your diet. reduce oil to about 1/2 tsp per day. take your food on time it really helps, try to go light on dinner, like a soup. Drink lots of water, it helps. My personal tip would be to drink a glass of warm water, with a lemon and a tsp of honey in it, every morning whn you get up.