The easiest way to avoid sabotaging your diet is by having healthy snacks prepared ahead of time. With these snacks on the go ideas you’ll be prepared the next time that hunger strikes.
At work:
-bring fruits and vegetables and avoid the vending machines.
-On a a plane, train, etc
-bring nuts that are high in protein and easy to pack.
-On a Road Trip
Pack fiber rich granola bars to avoid a fast food stop.
-At the gym
Grab an energy bar that is low in fat and calories, but high in fiber to give you the energy you need to feel the burn.
-At the movies
Save money and calories by bringing light microwave popcorn
-At the mall
Have a protein rich light cheese stick for a yummy snack outside the food court
Everyone feels great about their choice when they opt for the salad. Salads are a great way to pack more veggies into your diet, but be aware because not all salads are figure friendly.
Salad is a great option for dieters, but what you add to your greens is what could be adding weight to the scale.
Fatty dressing, croutons and starchy carbohydrates like pasta should be avoided. High-calorie healthy fats like nuts, olives, and avocados should be added with the 3/4 rule. Three-quarters of your salad should be made up of leafy greens and raw veggies, while 1/4 is devoted to small portions of healthy fats and higher-calorie “fun” ingredients.
Also, it’s great that you realize the high fat content of dressings, but you may want to think twice about ordering your salad on the side. In stead of drenching each piece of salad in your dressing, just pour a small amount on your salad to give it some flavor.
Here are some great salad ideas so that your salad never gets boring.
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We have all heard that we should be drinking at least eight glasses of water a day. I always knew I should and did my best to remember, but never realized how important it was until I started doing some research for a weight loss video.
Water actually helps you lose weight, develop muscle tone and keep your skin clear. It’s cheap and with a splash of lemon juice or frozen berries you can add some flavour to your beverage. It is really a refreshing choice for a hot summer’s day.
Read all about the healing power of water in this article.
3-Brown Sugar is better than White Sugar
4-Brown Eggs are more nutritious than White Eggs
5-Avoid seafood to lower blood cholesterol
6-Avoid carbohydrate to lose weight
7-Avoid nuts as they are fattening
8- Eating for 2 is necessary during pregnancy
9-Skipping meals can help lose weight
As told by HealthCastle.com
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