When it comes to transforming your shape, nutrition is known to generate up to 80% of your results, so it is essential to have a good handle on this aspect of your program.
In this two part post, I share with you some proven tips for making healthy eating less difficult and much more enjoyable.
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You need structure
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Have you heard the saying - failing to plan, is planning to fail? Without a nutritional plan, we drift. Be it a specific plan, or just an outline of what each meal should consist of, having nutritional guidelines will help you adhere to a healthy plan.
It's very easy to eat for pleasure in the world we live in, because we have a million things to do in the day, and often food preparation is not high on the priority list.
By the time you get home after a long day at work, then deal with the kids, you tend to grab whatever you spot first – UNLESS you make meal planning a priority.
As much as I dread it, and as exhausted as I am, I see to it that my meals are prepped for the upcoming day. Without this careful planning and preparation, I'm highly likely to fail! It's not convenient at the time, but it's worth it in the end to have everything ready to go for the next day.
As much as I dread it, and as exhausted as I am, I see to it that my meals are prepped for the upcoming day. Without this careful planning and preparation, I'm highly likely to fail! It's not convenient at the time, but it's worth it in the end to have everything ready to go for the next day.
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Remove all foods from the house that are not on your plan
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Why be tempted? I understand it's not always possible if you livewith others who are determined to ruin their health and continue expanding their waistlines!
However, if you can coerce your family to agree, removing temptation from eyesight will go a long way in preventing any food binges late afternoon or at night when you are tired and feel like you just don't care. For now, it's best to save the treats for social occasions.
Some people find it difficult to control portion sizes of even healthy foods such as nuts or peanut butter. If this is you, remove the offending items from the house until you feel more in control. You can reintroduce these items as your confidence increases.
Remember, food is an inanimate object and does not control you!
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Are you feeling deprived?
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Let's face it - food and the act of eating is enjoyable. When you enjoy something of course you will find it difficult to give up.
That's why it's really important you find HEALTHY foods you enjoy so that you do not feel deprived - after all this should be a fulfilling lifestyle and not a ‘diet'.
Good nutrition doesn't have to mean hours of elaborate meal preparation. A good nutritional program should also allow you to eat out without having to sacrifice your healthy meal plans. Many people become stressed when they need to attend dinners or social functions, for fear of ruining their good work. To make it viable long term, your food plan should include everyday foods you can purchase from the supermarket - easy on prepackaged items and nothing too fancy.
Be back with part two later in the week...
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