DANGEROUS HABITS THAT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN
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DANGEROUS HABITS THAT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN
DANGEROUS HABITS THAT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN
The theory of human enrichment
If your weight is struggling, poor food choices may not be to blame. It's also how you eat your food. Choose wisely what you put on your plate, and learn how to eat in a way that maximizes the satiety benefits of your diet. Here are the five habits that can sabotage your weight loss plans the most.
Eating in the car
eat on the run
Eating on the run is a common habit that can lead to weight gain over time. When you eat on the run, you get healthy foods that you can eat quickly, and they aren't always good choices. The problem with fast food is that it is high in fat and sugar, which is linked to obesity and other health problems such as diabetes and heart disease.
Fast food can also be expensive compared to preparing meals at home. Despite the popular belief that fast food is cheap, you can make better food at home for less. Plus, you'll pay for junk food later in poor health.
If you slow down your eating, your brain doesn't get the message that you're full. It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to absorb the information. Eating and traveling increase cortisol - the stress hormone that promotes weight gain in unhealthy areas such as the waist and abdomen. Little by little you will enjoy your food and appreciate its sensory qualities and you will be more satisfied!
If you know you will be in a hurry, plan ahead. There are solid foods that can feed you until dinner or lunch. For example, try carrots and chickpeas or half an avocado with a side of whole grain crackers. If you don't have time for a proper meal, pick up a salad from your local grocery store or make your own using fresh ingredients.
The TVs are very heavy
Screaming in front of the screen
Do you watch your favorite TV show or work on the computer while you eat? Such behavior can expand your waistline and reduce the pleasure you get from food. You can even eat your food without tasting it!
We all have bad habits we're not proud of, but they don't have to stay that way. Here are some tips to help you break the bad habit of multitasking while you eat:
Sit at the table while eating. Do not eat in front of the TV or computer. If possible, create a place for eating - that is not available for other activities such as watching TV or working on the computer.
Turn off your electronics before you sit down to eat. No checking email, reading tweets or watching videos while you eat - even if it's just for 10 minutes! This is an important step because it will help you focus on what you're eating. This way you'll enjoy your food more and feel satisfied after each meal.
Take small bites and bite slowly. This allows your brain time to recognize that you are full, so you don't overeat! It also makes you enjoy and appreciate what goes into your body.
Increase your portion size
Research shows that the size of the plate or plate you eat can affect the amount of food. If you eat on a large plate, there is less food on the plate, and you feel like you are eating less. So, you'll likely go back for seconds. On the other hand, food looks like more when it's on a small plate, so you prepare less. If you want to reduce your calorie intake without suffering from hunger pangs, try to set your table with small portions.
Also choose winning colors for your plate. Reds, oranges, and yellows are bright, stimulating colors that stimulate appetite, while shades of blue, green, or brown are less likely to increase appetite and make you eat more food.
Dinner at a restaurant with friends
Eat with others
Research shows that people eat more calories when they eat with others than when they eat alone. Why? When you eat with others, you don't pay attention to your food because the conversation and the good times distract you.
Additionally, at social events, you may be more likely to recommend ordering high-calorie foods or drinking high-calorie alcohol. You might think that eating more calories at restaurants is expected or socially acceptable.
For example, if everyone at a table orders a meal or dessert, one person's choice can affect everyone else's choice. Also, drinking alcohol can make you lose track of what you're eating.
Make sure you eat a balanced diet in terms of protein, carbohydrates and fat (like salmon and brown rice and broccoli). But if you are eating with your friends or family members? Maybe you can convince them to order something better.
Stress eats ice cream
Using food as a way to reduce stress
We've all been there: you're in a stressful situation, and all you need is comfort food. Maybe it's a bowl of ice cream or a plate of chips. But here's the thing: eating your feelings doesn't make you feel good! It can also lead to weight gain.
Eating high-calorie foods when you're stressed can increase your blood sugar levels, increase insulin production, and tell your body to store fat instead of burning it. This means that instead of losing weight because you are stressed because of work, you may end up gaining weight because of stress!
So what should you do? Add ice cream (or don't buy it at all) and find other ways to relieve stress - like listening to music or talking to friends who make you laugh.
The bottom line?
Eating healthy isn't just about making better food choices. It is also about creating an environment that will help you resist temptation. Keep these tips in mind to avoid eating habits that lead to weight gain.
The theory of human enrichment
If your weight is struggling, poor food choices may not be to blame. It's also how you eat your food. Choose wisely what you put on your plate, and learn how to eat in a way that maximizes the satiety benefits of your diet. Here are the five habits that can sabotage your weight loss plans the most.
Eating in the car
eat on the run
Eating on the run is a common habit that can lead to weight gain over time. When you eat on the run, you get healthy foods that you can eat quickly, and they aren't always good choices. The problem with fast food is that it is high in fat and sugar, which is linked to obesity and other health problems such as diabetes and heart disease.
Fast food can also be expensive compared to preparing meals at home. Despite the popular belief that fast food is cheap, you can make better food at home for less. Plus, you'll pay for junk food later in poor health.
If you slow down your eating, your brain doesn't get the message that you're full. It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to absorb the information. Eating and traveling increase cortisol - the stress hormone that promotes weight gain in unhealthy areas such as the waist and abdomen. Little by little you will enjoy your food and appreciate its sensory qualities and you will be more satisfied!
If you know you will be in a hurry, plan ahead. There are solid foods that can feed you until dinner or lunch. For example, try carrots and chickpeas or half an avocado with a side of whole grain crackers. If you don't have time for a proper meal, pick up a salad from your local grocery store or make your own using fresh ingredients.
The TVs are very heavy
Screaming in front of the screen
Do you watch your favorite TV show or work on the computer while you eat? Such behavior can expand your waistline and reduce the pleasure you get from food. You can even eat your food without tasting it!
We all have bad habits we're not proud of, but they don't have to stay that way. Here are some tips to help you break the bad habit of multitasking while you eat:
Sit at the table while eating. Do not eat in front of the TV or computer. If possible, create a place for eating - that is not available for other activities such as watching TV or working on the computer.
Turn off your electronics before you sit down to eat. No checking email, reading tweets or watching videos while you eat - even if it's just for 10 minutes! This is an important step because it will help you focus on what you're eating. This way you'll enjoy your food more and feel satisfied after each meal.
Take small bites and bite slowly. This allows your brain time to recognize that you are full, so you don't overeat! It also makes you enjoy and appreciate what goes into your body.
Increase your portion size
Research shows that the size of the plate or plate you eat can affect the amount of food. If you eat on a large plate, there is less food on the plate, and you feel like you are eating less. So, you'll likely go back for seconds. On the other hand, food looks like more when it's on a small plate, so you prepare less. If you want to reduce your calorie intake without suffering from hunger pangs, try to set your table with small portions.
Also choose winning colors for your plate. Reds, oranges, and yellows are bright, stimulating colors that stimulate appetite, while shades of blue, green, or brown are less likely to increase appetite and make you eat more food.
Dinner at a restaurant with friends
Eat with others
Research shows that people eat more calories when they eat with others than when they eat alone. Why? When you eat with others, you don't pay attention to your food because the conversation and the good times distract you.
Additionally, at social events, you may be more likely to recommend ordering high-calorie foods or drinking high-calorie alcohol. You might think that eating more calories at restaurants is expected or socially acceptable.
For example, if everyone at a table orders a meal or dessert, one person's choice can affect everyone else's choice. Also, drinking alcohol can make you lose track of what you're eating.
Make sure you eat a balanced diet in terms of protein, carbohydrates and fat (like salmon and brown rice and broccoli). But if you are eating with your friends or family members? Maybe you can convince them to order something better.
Stress eats ice cream
Using food as a way to reduce stress
We've all been there: you're in a stressful situation, and all you need is comfort food. Maybe it's a bowl of ice cream or a plate of chips. But here's the thing: eating your feelings doesn't make you feel good! It can also lead to weight gain.
Eating high-calorie foods when you're stressed can increase your blood sugar levels, increase insulin production, and tell your body to store fat instead of burning it. This means that instead of losing weight because you are stressed because of work, you may end up gaining weight because of stress!
So what should you do? Add ice cream (or don't buy it at all) and find other ways to relieve stress - like listening to music or talking to friends who make you laugh.
The bottom line?
Eating healthy isn't just about making better food choices. It is also about creating an environment that will help you resist temptation. Keep these tips in mind to avoid eating habits that lead to weight gain.
