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Let s face it, staying slim and fit is hard if you are someone who loves to eat and when physical activity is your biggest adversary in life. It is hard not to succumb to the pleasures of your palette when you feel a strong connection between the chocolate chip cookie and your heart. And how do you stay in shape when all you think about is what to eat for your next meal? What if we tell you that there is a rational way of striking a balance between staying healthy and eating what you love. Here are tips by nutrition spokesperson for Bon Happetee, Akansha Jhalani to help you satisfy your taste buds without it showing up on your waistline
Make a plan: You need to evaluate your weak in the knees moments and prepare a healthy meal and a routine around it. If you have an office party which like most other events revolve around food, ensure that you eat healthy throughout the day to compensate for your indulgence. If you are looking forward to trying a new dessert at your favourite restaurant, try and build a healthy meal around it with vegetables and whole grains. Here are 6 expert tips to maintain weight after weight loss.
Understand your body: You need to evaluate your body needs to ensure it gets what it needs. You can decide what to eat but let your body tell you when to stop. Go ahead and eat a slice of the irresistible chocolate cake but stop when you have gratified yourself with that one slice. Do not give into triggers like emotional upheavals, stress or boredom and gorge food even if you don t need to. Eat when you are hungry and nourish your body with all the food groups.
Use common sense: Common sense is surprisingly rare when it comes to food. Learn how to eat food not only to indulge and satisfy your taste buds but also nourish your body. Eat fresh produce, and you will be surprised how it can also make your body feel good. Use your common sense when opting for meals and get the most out of them.
Intensify portion control: How much is too much? Understanding portion control is crucial to avoid overeating when we live in the supersized era. The portion of food served in a restaurant, packed chips in the supermarket, the size of plates and cups are ever increasing, and it is essential to understand how much you and your body needs to eat to satiate and satisfy your senses.
Look for healthier substitutes: Healthy food is not just about a bowl of bland salad. Find out ways to include whole foods and fresh produce in your diet. The internet empowers to experiment with various means of swapping an unhealthy ingredient in your recipe for something more nourishing or trying a baked version of your deep-fried snack! Keep experimenting and exploring! Here are tips to eat healthy at a buffet.
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