Have you ever noticed that many people that you know are constantly dieting, and never seem to be losing weight? The truth of the matter is that diets just simply do not work. Most diets require some kind of food restriction as well as significant calorie reduction. The first few days most dieters feel excited about the diet, but quickly lose their enthusiasm after a few short days when hunger sets in. After a week, most dieters typically are wondering how much longer they can stand the diet, and they typically will begin to "cheat". Typically cheating results in weight gain, which leaves the dieter discouraged and feeling like the diet just isn't working. Before you know it, the person you knew who was 'on a diet' is no longer 'on that diet' because the diet simply did not work. You may even notice that the dieter looks like he or she has actually gained more weight than he or she has lost. The simple truth of the matter is that diets are based on a substantial calorie restriction and denial of many foods. So what do you do if you need to lose weight and keep it off?
- Eat healthy and the main key is to control portion size. Most people gain weight because they eat huge portion sizes. Learn what a portion and serving size is and stick to this at each meal.
- Set a reasonable weekly and monthly goal of what you would like to lose and track your results.
- Keep a food diary and discover what triggers you to overeat.
- Exercise burns calories and curbs hunger, so find something you like to do and get moving!
- Allow yourself an occasional indulgence so that you do not feel deprived. Remember to watch your portion size.
- Stay away from diet drinks and "sugar-free" products. Many of these products leave you unsatisfied and stimulate hunger.
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