Effective Diet you tried

Philippines
January 12, 2007 1:48am CST
Tips on effective diet
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@chocobaby (677)
• Philippines
12 Jan 07
the 'after 6PM diet' works for me. i can eat anything the whole day until 6PM. then after 6PM, i cannot have anything except for water until when i wake up the next morning where i can binge again on anything only until 6PM. that goes on everyday but i have sunday as my "off" day. holidays are exception too, hehe. it is a gradual process and has a slow results but its really effective. and i do not have to worry about gaining back what i lost when i stop the diet because i am eventually getting used to the habit of eating less in the evening.
• Philippines
12 Jan 07
thanks for the info, maybe ill try that....
@babyjane (1390)
• Philippines
8 Mar 07
1. Drink water Water is quite possibly the single most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off longer term. Water acts as an appetite suppressant by keeping your stomach full and fending off dehydration which can lead to false cravings/hunger. Water also helps your body metabolize stored fat by helping the kidneys flush out waste. When you don't drink enough water the liver which works to provide stored fat for energy helps the kidneys eliminate waste and becomes less effective at metabolizing fat. Drinking water ice cold burns about 62 calories a day. Your body has to work to raise that waters temperature to your body's temperature. This equals around 430 calories per week. 2. Eat regularly This means eating 5 times a day and the most important meal is breakfast. Make sure you fuel your body first thing in the morning to avoid hunger pangs later in the day. When you eat 5 times a day you will never feel hungry, make sure the total calories consumed are sensible and don't over eat in any of the meals learn portion size control! 3. Eat lots of fibre Eating adequate fiber foods to help keep things moving through your bowel. And like water, fiber rich foods bulk you up and make you feel fuller for longer. Fibre is found only in plant foods our bodies cant digest it to so it simply goes through the body. During the elimination process it cuts calories consumed by attaching to protein and fat that you eat along with it removes that as well In addition, high fiber foods are typically low in calories and filling, so you are reducing your calorie intake overall. Good fibre foods include: strawberries, apples, figs, chickpeas, potatoes, (with skins) broccoli, brown rice, beans, bran and nuts. 4. Consume more good fats There are good fats and bad fats Good fats provide you with essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids) needed for normal reproduction and growth, as well as for production of prostoglandin, a hormone like compound that regulates blood pressure, prevents blood clotting and lowers the risk of heart disease. For example, the reason oily fish is a great food stems from the fact that the essential fatty acids which it contains can actually help your body burn fat more efficiently and protect against disease. Get at least three portions of oily fish a week with Salmon, mackerel, herrings and sardines being good choices. 5. Get plenty of quality protein Quality protein is an effective weight control tool because of the satiety factor and its ability to keep you full for longer periods. It also balances out carbohydrates by preventing insulin spikes that cause energy loss and sugar cravings Protein helps to maintain muscle mass which is important in the fat burning process. Good choices include: Fish, shrimps, Low fat cottage cheese, low fat yogurt, skimmed milk, egg whites, s Weight gain is caused by consuming too many calories, whether they are from carbohydrate, protein or fat. 6. Carbohydrates can help you lose weight Don't believe what you read about carbohydrates being bad for you, they can actually help you lose weight! A diet containing good carbohydrates such fruits and vegetables, wholegrains and moderate in fat and calories, will result in weight loss Good carbohydrates will also help you combat hunger pangs as they are slowly realized into the body. When eating carbohydrates eat them "from the earth" with no refining or processing. These include whole grains, vegetables; fruits and beans. Sensible weight loss If you have read the above you will see that it is not the food group, but the quality of the food in it that's important for fast weight loss.
@funnysis (2619)
• United States
3 Feb 07
I think the most effective diet is really not a diet just eat as if you were a diabetic and do the exercise I lost 2 pounds in less then a month and wasn't even trying I just noticed my sugar was up and so I started eating and doing everything as if I was a diabetic to control my sugar and I took off the weight was eating healthy and watching what I ate.I was a soda lover and still am I found that the sierra mist with no sugar in it taste really good so does diet cherry seven up so I siuggest people try that and see how it works and Good luck to all who are trying to lose pounds.
@gigisexy (219)
• Philippines
3 Feb 07
If you are dieting alot of determination ,control,and you must have a goal to achieved..try to indulged yourself in different activities to avoid food temptations.Go to the gym.....effective diet i tried eat less meat go w/ veggies..