As soon as a lot of us think about going on a diet for weight loss, we start thinking about all of the delicious foods we are going to have to miss out on while on the diet.
You know, this doesn't have to be the case. You can still lose weight eating whatever you want, as long as you learn how to do it in moderation, eat healthy foods and exercise as well. In fact, this can be one of the quickest ways to lose weight, and one of the healthiest ways.
Binging Destroys Diets
How many times have you been on a diet and have given up your favorite foods, only to end up ditching the diet and going on a wild binge, eating all of the so-called no-nos?
This doesn't have to happen if you continue eating everything you like while dieting. No, this does not mean that you can live on French fries and hamburgers, but you can indulge in these treats now and again if you do it right.
Many diets are extremely restrictive, and do not allow any sort of deviation from the plan, which means absolutely no junk food. And, as we all know, this just doesn't work for most people.
Instead of following a strict diet, start following a healthy eating plan, and enjoy your treats, but cut back on how often you have them, and on the portions.
For example, if you really love going out for a good burger, go ahead and enjoy it. But, instead of getting a platter, which is absolutely loaded with fat, carbohydrates and calories, opt instead for just the burger and have a salad as your side dish.
Delicious Snack Substitutions that Don't Taste Like Diet Food
A lot of us love to eat junk food, which is a diet no-no. We all love potato chips with dip, which is incredibly fattening. But, you can still enjoy a crunchy, salty snack with a delicious home-made, low-fat dip that is just as tasty as the dips that are so loaded with calories. Instead of potato chips, which you can still enjoy in small amounts once in a while, try using nacho or pita chips instead.
And for your dip, mix three parts of light cream cheese with one part of your favorite low-calorie salad dressing (Caesar or ranch work great for this) for a delicious dressing that is loaded with protein and low in fat and calories.
Weight loss doesn't have to be an uphill battle, as long as you eat healthy foods, exercise and enjoy your favorite treats now and again. Just remember to enjoy them in moderation, and you will soon see the weight falling off.
Article written by Donna Ferris of Ultimate Fitness Gear, your top source for the Shaun t Insanity Workout program. www.getinsanity.com
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Thanks for the article on eating right and not dieting yourself to death.
Bernard, I’m with you man.
Everybody around me keep telling me i eat too much, but they don’t understand that non eating is even worse. we should give our body what he needs.
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Great tips here Brandon. Especially sticking with the burger, instead of ordering all the sides and everything. Also, for me it helps to have one day a week where I can eat what I like. You can’t deprive yourself too much if you want a diet to work.
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