Here are some valuable tips to help you lose weight safely effectively over the long-term term:
- Eat regular meals
- Eat less fat
- Eat filling foods
- Choose wholegrains
Eat regular meals
Many fad diets involve restricting how often you eat. The problem with not eating regular meals is that your body's metabolic rate slows down making it even harder to lose weight. It's important to eat at least three meals a day.
Eat less fat
Fats have the highest kilojoule (energy) content of all foods so eating too much fat can contribute to weight gain. Try to minimise saturated fats such as butter, full fat cheese, fried takeaway foods, fatty meats and convenience foods. Look for reduced fat products but be aware that reduced fat products are not always low in kilojoules.
Eat filling foods
Researchers have found that increasing protein in the diet can assist in weight loss. One reason a higher protein diet can lead to weight loss is that protein foods are more satisfying. Try replacing some carbohydrate with a serve of protein at lunch and dinner.
Choose wholegrains
Choose wholegrains such as grainy bread and cereals rather than refined carbohydrates.
A final word
Losing weight is very individual, what may work for one may not work for another. It's a good idea to talk to your doctor or see an Accredited Practicing Dietitian who can tailor a weight loss plan to suit you.
The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet is a long-term protein-plus eating plan which has been clinically proven to help you lose weight and achieve better health. Read more...
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