which food is good for lose weight?
By wangfeng815
@wangfeng815 (41)
May 4, 2008 2:22am CST
I am losing weight now,today is the frist day,I want to spent 7 days .today I only drink some milk ,a lot of water,a little grapes.though I feel hungry very much,but I believe that when 7 days later,My plan is make good winning !So,can you tell me which food is good for lose weight?
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@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
4 May 08
Okay, what you're doing is good, but the idea of losing weight and being healthy isn't so much to eat/drink as little as possible.
You should actually have a proper breakfast in the morning, to kick-start your metabolism.
A bowl of cereal with some fruit and milk/yoghurt is good, or some toast. Any sort of fibre is a good start.
Having a glass or two of water is good also.
Don't snack, but do have a good lunch, a light salad with some nuts or a lean meat is good, along with more water, maybe even some juice.
If you want to snack after this, fruit and nuts only =)
And for dinner: don't eat too late and don't eat too much.
Fresh vegetables and lots of greens are really good for digestion and they're tasty.
And try to get in at least 30 mins of walking per day, morning or night, or both is even better.
Don't starve yourself, but instead, eat healthily.
And good luck!
=D
@apsara60 (6610)
• Israel
4 May 08
Hi wangfeng 815.....Here is some important informatin for you.....Best of luck.
At least half of the diet, by volume, should consist of raw foods. Only cook foods that need to be cooked in order to be edible (meats, beans, grains and some vegetables). Foods that are edible in a raw state (fruits, many vegetables, sprouts, nuts and seeds) should be consumed on a daily basis and preferably with every meal. Raw foods are higher in nutrients, which to some degree get lost during cooking, and are easier to digest.
Ensure adequate fiber intake. Fiber is the mostly non-digestible carbohydrate found in plant foods. There are several types of fiber and they all have different properties that are essential for good digestion and health. Adequate fiber intake help prevent cardiovascular diseases (heart and stroke), type 2 diabetes, cancer and gastrointestinal disorders. Fiber is also effective at eliminating toxins, parasites, and is the best remedy for constipation. The usual sources are vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts and seeds. The first signs of inadequate fiber intake are constipation and long transit times. Healthy transit should take no longer than one day. Raw fruits and vegetables are best at helping with transit times. It has been estimated that at least 35g of fiber a day is needed for proper bowel function. Most people consuming the typical western diet get less then half of that. High fiber foods are: grains (especially bulgur and oatmeal), legumes and beans (especially pinto and kidney beans), dried fruits (especially figs, apricots, dates, prunes, bananas) and nuts and seeds.
Soak grains, nuts and seeds before consumption. Grains, nuts and seeds contain phytic acid and various enzyme inhibitors. Phytic acid combines with iron, calcium, magnesium, copper and zinc in the intestinal tract and thus interferes with the absorption of these minerals. Long term exposure can lead to severe health problems caused by mineral deficiencies. Enzyme inhibitors can interfere with digestion. Heat does not neutralize phytic acid or enzyme inhibitors. Soaking, fermenting, or sprouting will largely neutralize the phytic acid and enzyme inhibitors. Fermenting also helps break down gluten, a hard to digest protein.
Nuts and seeds are easiest to soak and let sprout. Whole grains or flour should be soaked in an acidic medium like buttermilk, yogurt, whey, lemon juice or vinegar (1 tablespoon per 100g grain). Soak for 12-24 hours. Oats, wheat and rye are especially high in phytic acid. Rice does not need soaking.
Hope this was helpful to you.