Weight control
July 6th 2009 01:46
Winter is the time of year when we begin feel a little cuddlier.
Okay there is this idea that people put on weight over winter. This may or not apply to you. If it does you may want to lose your little winter coat, so have a look below for some tips on keeping trim this winter.
- Okay this is fairly obvious, but get off the couch and get moving. I know that when it is icy cold like it is here in Wellington, you don’t feel like doing anything but wrapping up in a big fluffy blanket and camping out in front of the telly. But after exercising for a bit you start to feel quite good because exercise is thought to get your endorphin levels buzzing and that is one of the motivating factors that I need to get moving, that and the fact that I won’t get too cuddly. In addition, you don’t even have to exercise outside. Go to your local gym or swimming pool or work out to an exercise DVD.
- You might find that during winter you get a bit more hungry, will at least I do. A way to help combat this is to fill up on fibre rich foods and to eat enough protein. These two nutrients keep you fuller for longer. Try eating foods like porridge, muesli (unsweetened), whole grain bread, brown rice, kumara, apples, baked beans and wholemeal pasta. Avoid things like white bread, white pasta and sugary foods. They can cause you feel hungry more quickly.
- Watch your portion sizes. Remember a serving is generally the size of your palm. You could also serve your meals on smaller plates so it looks like you are getting more food. However, this only really works when you have the tendency to eat more when you’re not really hungry. It may also be helpful to eat more slowly. This is supposed to make you feel full.
- Try not to eat in front of the TV. I know this might be hard, but just try. Eating while distracted takes the focus away from your food and eating can become a bit mindless.
- Don’t buy fatty, sugary foods. It is just that if there is no junk food in sight you’re less likely to eat it. Pretty simple idea huh? Hmmm this is easier said than done. You need to be quite disciplined to do this and I recommend shopping and living with someone who has the same ideas about food as you so, you can support one another whenever you are tempted. It is okay to treat yourself occasionally, but don’t give in every time you have a craving. Think about, will you want it in 30 minutes time? If it is just a temporary craving, don’t give in.
- Think healthy. Aim to be healthy rather than trying to lose weight. Exercise, eat well, socialise, and don’t drink too much. Weight loss can be a by-product of being healthy.
Okay, this is me for the week.
If you have any questions, silly or serious, then email me your question to nutrition.advice@gmail.com or leave your question here.
Krissi
Okay there is this idea that people put on weight over winter. This may or not apply to you. If it does you may want to lose your little winter coat, so have a look below for some tips on keeping trim this winter.
- Okay this is fairly obvious, but get off the couch and get moving. I know that when it is icy cold like it is here in Wellington, you don’t feel like doing anything but wrapping up in a big fluffy blanket and camping out in front of the telly. But after exercising for a bit you start to feel quite good because exercise is thought to get your endorphin levels buzzing and that is one of the motivating factors that I need to get moving, that and the fact that I won’t get too cuddly. In addition, you don’t even have to exercise outside. Go to your local gym or swimming pool or work out to an exercise DVD.
- You might find that during winter you get a bit more hungry, will at least I do. A way to help combat this is to fill up on fibre rich foods and to eat enough protein. These two nutrients keep you fuller for longer. Try eating foods like porridge, muesli (unsweetened), whole grain bread, brown rice, kumara, apples, baked beans and wholemeal pasta. Avoid things like white bread, white pasta and sugary foods. They can cause you feel hungry more quickly.
- Watch your portion sizes. Remember a serving is generally the size of your palm. You could also serve your meals on smaller plates so it looks like you are getting more food. However, this only really works when you have the tendency to eat more when you’re not really hungry. It may also be helpful to eat more slowly. This is supposed to make you feel full.
- Try not to eat in front of the TV. I know this might be hard, but just try. Eating while distracted takes the focus away from your food and eating can become a bit mindless.
- Don’t buy fatty, sugary foods. It is just that if there is no junk food in sight you’re less likely to eat it. Pretty simple idea huh? Hmmm this is easier said than done. You need to be quite disciplined to do this and I recommend shopping and living with someone who has the same ideas about food as you so, you can support one another whenever you are tempted. It is okay to treat yourself occasionally, but don’t give in every time you have a craving. Think about, will you want it in 30 minutes time? If it is just a temporary craving, don’t give in.
- Think healthy. Aim to be healthy rather than trying to lose weight. Exercise, eat well, socialise, and don’t drink too much. Weight loss can be a by-product of being healthy.
Okay, this is me for the week.
If you have any questions, silly or serious, then email me your question to nutrition.advice@gmail.com or leave your question here.
Krissi
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