You may think that weight loss in 30 seconds is all but impossible, and
you'd be absolutely right. Weight loss takes a lot of work, and the
truth is that you have to put in hours of hard work every day if you
want to see results. But the simple 30-second actions below will help to
increase your chances of losing weight, ensuring that you have a better
chance of dropping those last few pounds effectively.
Drink Water
You don't have to drink gallons of water every day, but increasing your
water consumption is a good way to boost weight loss. Spend 30 seconds
at your water cooler just drinking water, pounding as much "sky juice"
as you can down in that half-minute. Do this a few times every day, and
you'll start to feel much better and kick that weight loss into high
gear!
Grab a Snack of Nuts
When you feel those hunger pangs kicking in, it's tempting to grab
something quick and easy to stop your stomach from growling. But unless
you haven't eaten in a few hours, it's just your mouth wanting something
tasty. To deal with both your food cravings and your hunger, grab a
handful of pistachios or almonds. In-shell pistachios require effort to
eat, occupying your mind and body. Almonds are the healthiest of the
nuts, making a GREAT, filling snack.
Distract Yourself
If you find yourself craving something, take 30 seconds out of your time
to run around the house, flick through TV channels, or play a game on
your phone. You'll find that even a slight distraction can help to take
your mind off your hunger, and will keep you from snacking on the wrong
thing at the wrong time.
Chop Your Food
Did you know that cutting your food into smaller pieces actually helps you to eat less? A study in Japan
discovered that people THINK they are eating more food when it is cut
into smaller pieces and piled high, rather than just carving away at a
chicken breast or steak. It takes just a few seconds to cut your meal
into smaller pieces, but it will help you fool your mind into eating
less.
Add Seeds
When serving yourself a bowl of oats, yoghurt, salad, or pretty much
anything else, why not sprinkle a few flax, sesame, or chia seeds over
the top? Not only will it help you to fill up, but you'll add A LOT of
fiber and protein to your meals.
Step on that Scale
Weighing yourself every day isn't going to give you an accurate measure
of your progress, but it will remind you that you are trying to lose
weight. It's a sort of gentle reminder that you need to stay faithful
with your efforts, making your more mindful of your diet.
Be Comfortable
If you are comfortable in your clothing, you're more likely to move
around. A study discovered that people who wear comfy clothing to work
tend to walk nearly 500 steps more than those who wear business attire.
If you can get away with it, always dress comfortably to encourage
yourself to walk more.
Go for Whipped
We're not talking whipped cream here, but whipped butter and yoghurt.
Both of these foods have a good deal less calories per serving, meaning
you can slash your calorie intake drastically.
Brush Your Teeth
Feeling a bit hungry after dinner? Go upstairs and brush your teeth. The
peppermint will help to shut down your appetite, stopping those hunger
pangs in their tracks. Plus, you'll have gotten that chore out of the
way!
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