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8 Best Diet Tips For Weight Loss

By on October 31, 2011

Weight LossIndian men are known for their fondness of food and their hearty appetites. Combine this with the host of Indian culinary delights, and you have the perfect recipe for diabetes, obesity and heart disease. Indian men are also genetically predisposed to potbellies, which is not a good sign for overall health. The growing party scene has made it very difficult for most men to say no to sweets and snacks.

This gives the appearance of being rude and snobbish. Although fitness consciousness has steadily been on the rise, men can fare better by following these simple and easy to follow diet tips to enhance the efficacy of their workouts and get fitter.

8 Diet Tips For Weight Loss

Smaller Portions

Most men are blessed with good metabolism and they really do not have a very hard time getting rid of weight. This can be made better by following the six-meal solution of small servings to keep the body metabolism revved up. Include three main meals and 2-3 snacks rich in fruits vegetables and nuts as a part of your daily diet. Men who are bodybuilding can eat a diet rich in proteins like, peanuts, fish and egg whites. Protein shakes can also be had prudently. Drink plenty of water to wash it all down. Reduce the consumption of fried snacks and sweets to weekends only.

Avoid Second Helpings

This is a fall out of the first point. If you eat small meals every 2-3 hours, you will be less likely to feel hungry and will not take a second helping. Be form and put your plate down after one helping.

Eat Slow

There is some grain of truth in eating food slowly. Fill up your plate with smaller serving sizes and eat your food slowly, chewing and relishing every bite. This tip is important for most men, as they tend to gulp down their food. The stomach will send you cues of being full very fast if you eat slowly.

Use Low Fat Ingredients

Low Fat diet

Men too can benefit from ingredient substitution. Use low fat cheese, curd and milk in your dairy. Substitute red meat with fish and cottage cheese with soya for better results. Sugary cravings can be tackled by having honey, jiggery, dates and raisins all of which are healthier options. Instead of greasy puris, opt for multi grain rotis like nachnis made from jowar and ragi. These will keep you tummy full. Alcoholic drinks can be substituted with fruit based mock tails.

Tackle the Sweet Tooth

For men who just cannot resist sweets, go for some nutrient dense, homemade options like besan laddoos, suji ka halwa, carrot halwa, oatmeal muffins and homemade rosogullas. These are sweet but also nutritious. They are a better option than devouring chocolate cakes, jalebis and gulab jamuns, which have empty calories and no nutritive value.

Drink Fluids

Fluids for weight loss

There is no better way to start your day than fluids. Consume at least 3-4 litres of water daily. Have many fresh fruit juices, lime juice and coconut water. These will keep you hydrated and help you to burn calories while working out.

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Ban Carbonated Drinks

Carbonated drinks are damaging and do no good except for giving you a high. They are loaded with sugar and caffeine, a lethal combination.

Exercise Regularly

Exercise For weight loss

Just following the above dietary tips is not enough. Include some cardio and strength training in your daily regime for a fit and fabulous body and an alert mind.

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