The number of Americans who are clinically obese has risen dramatically in recent years. Actually, numerous experts have labelled this phenomenon an obesity epidemic. In response, numerous pharmaceutical firms peddle useless “quick-fix” pills, powders, and lotions that promise to melt away fat but fail to teach people how to permanently eliminate it from their bodies.
That’s true, but it could be said about the diet industry as well. There are so many diet plans available today that you could try a new one every month and still have plenty of options after a full year has passed.
People in all shapes and sizes could benefit from some commonsense, scientifically-backed advice on how to lose weight. With that, let’s get started.
First and foremost, you should hydrate more often. Too many Americans are chronically thirsty, meaning their bodies are forced to resort to water-deprivation mechanisms instead of naturally eliminating waste.
Consume more meals. You probably figured I was going to tell you to cut back on your calorie intake. Yes, eating fewer calories than you burn off is necessary for weight loss. However, eating more frequently is what really fires up your metabolism and makes it work. Bring it out of its famine state. Have breakfast and get the day going right. Even something as quick and easy as an instant coffee and a piece of fruit before we leave the house in the morning.
Get up and moving! Increasing your activity level is necessary for your health regardless of your current state. Avoid taking the elevator and use the stairs instead; park further away from the office or the store; take a stroll around the block; go dancing; play with your children. Enjoy yourself. Calorie burning can be increased in many other ways besides running.
Fourth, find your motivation. Identify your motivation for eliminating fat. Build your reason up to the size that will sustain you through the inevitable low points.
For me, it was the thought of being around to watch my great-grandchildren complete their higher education. My two youngest are in the elementary school years now, ages 4 and 6. In addition, I wished to be able to go outside and engage in their pursuits without constantly needing to rest due to exhaustion.