Diet Tips!!

@kathy77 (7486)
Australia
March 3, 2007 9:33am CST
I eat 1 or 2 Ocean Spray sugar free Fruit popsicles & 2 glasses of water before lunch & dinner. I go out for lunch often but not dinner.I usually just eat an appetizer for lunch (I can't eat more) and a bowl of soup or large shrimp cocktail or a salad for dinner. I am not really hungry after the popsicles & water.... I find that when im hungry, and oh man,the food calls out to me ,lol I go and brush my teeth, the fresh feeling of clean teeth i dont want to eat,,,. I hope this helps all of you
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@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.
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@bicklelady (1404)
• United States
4 Mar 07
I will have to try that. I have read somewhere before, about when you are craving something, to brush your teeth. You have got something there.
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@weemam (13372)
3 Mar 07
Thanks again pal some really good tips again , I freeze diluting juice ( low calorie) in ice lolie moulds xx
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@sandie61 (2359)
• United States
3 Mar 07
thanks for the dieting tips. I am trying to lose weight also. I will have to look for these popsicles at the store. they will really be great in the summer.
• United States
3 Mar 07
I'm on a diet so those tips have helped. I'll try them out. I also can't eat more than an appetizer for lunch or dinner. The other day I got a bag of onion rings and could only eat half the bag. I love salad. Especially chicken strip salad with ranch dressing. It fills you up quick. I really don't like water but if it has a flavor I'd be more apt to drink it. Like the crystal light waters. I'll try brushing my teeth the next time food is calling my name. We were at the bakery the other day picking up a kringle for work. People down here don't know what a Kringle is. So, I decided to bring them for a friends work. Everything in that place was calling me. Luckily I didn't have much money with me so I didn't want to waste it and blow my diet. Good tips Kathy. I'm sure it will help.
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@jelaichie (475)
• Philippines
4 Mar 07
now that got me an idea my dear friend... anyway missin you much... our computer, got busted... and still on repair... just went out to have internet in the cafe...
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@lafavorito (2959)
• Philippines
7 Mar 07
exercise - exercise & eat healthy to lose weight
I think your diet tip is very dangerous and if you continue doing this you will lose your youthful glow, your skin will sag and you'll look older than your really age. 'Sugar Free' popsicles are not healthy at all. You should eat healthier, like vegetables & fruits instead of trying to trick your body into thinking that it's not hungry. This might lead to anorexia so be careful. I know what I'm saying because I lost 40 lbs. in 4 months by eating healthy & exercising.