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by Dorthy Weatherbush
Everybody hates the word ‘diet’. It makes you think of pain and misery. It is definitely hard to keep your will power to stay on a diet during the holidays.
But it’s not all bad. There really are plenty of ways to lose pounds quickly without having to go without and it’s much easier than you think - once you know how. You can start the New Year with some great weight loss results with these easy tips.
Here are the top nine tricks to staying slim in 2009.
1. Water Most people do not drink enough water on a daily basis, but it is honestly the best way nature gives us to clean out our bodies and helps us stay slim at the same time. Drinking enough water is so easy anybody can do it. Simply drink a glass of water before every meal and every snack and you will be refreshed and you will feel fuller, too full to over eat or reach for sweets.
2. Fiber Fiber is a brilliant weight-loss secret that can help you lose weight at the same time as making you feel full. You can actually reduce your hunger pangs by eating enough fiber in your diet. Simple foods like fruit, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, legumes, and beans will increase your fiber intake, make you feel full faster and help you lose weight quicker.
3. Snacks Just because you’re losing weight, that shouldn’t mean you go without food. Feel free to snack whenever you’re hungry. Your metabolism will actually speed up a little by eating more. Just be careful with the types of snacks you choose. It’s always fine to snack on nuts or fruit, but you can also add a snack-size tub of low-fat yogurt or baked rice crisps. Just be sensible about your snack choices.
4. Walk Take every opportunity to walk. Take the stairs at work instead of using the elevator. Park in the back of the parking lot at the store and walk the long distance. Stroll around the neighborhood with your dog, or with a friend. You can also switch on your stereo at home and walk around your house!
5. Grill it up Switch from frying foods to grilling them, order grilled when you go out to eat. Grilling is easier than and just as tasty as frying. It’s healthier and has fewer calories than fried foods.
6. Side Dishes We have been groomed to believe that meals are not complete without fries on the side. Instead of eating fries, eat a simple and healthy salad or steamed veggies.
7. Processed Foods Pre-packaged deli ham, chicken and turkey are quick and easy to have available in the fridge, but they have high levels of sodium. Sodium makes your body retain fluid and makes it harder for you to lose weight. Don’t buy pre-packaged processed foods whenever possible. Opt for fresh options.
8. Keep It Lean You can still eat red meat or poultry, just be sure to buy the leanest cuts you can find. Trim off any excess fat and remove the skin from chicken and then grill your meat to keep the goodness in and the fat levels down.
9. Meal Replacement Meal replacement diets are quick and easy, and can keep you slim. All you have to do is eat a pre-prepared meal in place of you breakfast, lunch or dinner. These meals are available through a variety of companies and take the guess work out of diet planning.
Keep up with these simple tips and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to lose weight quickly.
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