9. Healthy but high calorie foods
This may come as a surprise, but not all foods that are healthy are going to be appropriate for a weight loss meal plan. Some foods that are packed full of vitamins, minerals, fibre and are healthy can also be incredibly high in calories. Things like nuts, dried fruit, avocado, healthy oils are some examples.
Rather than adding these types of foods to the no-no list, instead take a more balances approach, and when you do include these healthy foods in your diet, just make sure the portion is appropriate so that you aren’t going over board with calories.
Be aware as well that exercise rarely compensates for diet unless you are training for hours every day, and most people overestimate how much energy they burn in a workout.
Also Read: 5 “Healthy” Foods That Are Actually Bad For You!
10. Not eating mindfully
A technique called mindful eating may be one of the world’s most powerful weight loss tools.
It involves slowing down, eating without distraction, savoring and enjoying each bite while listening to the natural signals that tell your brain when your body has had enough.
Numerous studies have shown that mindful eating can cause significant weight loss and reduce the frequency of uncontrolled eating.
Here are some tips to eat more mindfully:
- Eat with zero distractions, sitting down at a table with just your food.
- Eat slowly and chew thoroughly. Try to be aware of the colors, smells, flavors, and textures.
- When you begin to feel full, stop eating.
Always eat mindfully when trying to lose weight. Mindless eating is one of the main reasons people experience challenges to losing weight.
Also Read: Perfecting The Art Of Mindful Eating!
