How to Choose a Diet and Stick With It

We have an endless number of diets from which to choose. If they worked, we wouldn't be here. Weight loss is a simple task IF you can follow your brain and your body's needs. This article is going to cut to the chase for those who want quick and visible results. This article is for people who want to create their own diets without being bogged down in theories.

First, your body needs protein, carbohydrate, and fat. Along with water and oxygen, that's it. The goal for healthy weight loss is to choose those nutrients with care, at least most days. Know the foods that provide these nutrients. In a pinch, read the label.

Second, have a general idea of the total calories (protein, fat, and carbohydrate) you are eating now. This is our starting point, and it's critical to be honest with yourself. If you want to lose weight, you have to reduce this number.

Third, let's note that the foods without labels should be our number one 'go to' foods. Almost anything in your grocery store's produce department is preferable. For example, fresh fruit (apples, bananas, oranges, tomatoes and many more) and fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, cucumber and many more). Raw foods are the least processed (most natural form), have the most nutrients, and they are easy snacks. Take a little time in the produce market to find fresh flavors that you love. Better yet, buy from your local farmer's market.

Protein comes from meat, poultry, eggs, cheese, yogurt, milk, grains (cereal). Some of these can be high in fat, so choose carefully. Read the label. High protein foods will make you feel fuller longer.

Total carbohydrate can be confusing. because it also includes sugars or anything that the body converts to sugar (bread, alcohol, grains, and so on.) Choose complex carbohydrates (fruit and vegetables) as your main source of calories. Choose sweeteners carefully.

Fat is tricky and can show up almost anywhere without your knowledge. Get the good fats by cooking with olive, coconut or canola oil. Eat a handful of nuts. Read the package label for details on snacks and other fatty foods. Fat has more calories than protein and carbohydrates, so be aware of your intake.

Weight loss is easier if you don't let yourself get hungry. Fast foods and packaged snacks have little nutrition and soon leave us feeling empty. When your body gets the nutrition it craves, you will notice the hunger is gone.

Finally, we have to give water some respect. When you lose weight, your body tries to flush toxins as well as fat out. You can help this process by drinking at least eight (eight-ounce) glasses of water every day. Drink water especially between meals. A glass of water before a meal will give you a sense of fullness and you will eat less. A hydrated body looks and performs better.

That's the skinny on weight loss. It really is that basic, and you can eat the foods you want, IF you choose them wisely. And make it a lifestyle change forever. You will be glad you did!

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Sallie Bow

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