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Traditional diets are a short-term fix to a long-term problem. But the key to losing weight and keeping it off has to be learned over time. Over time, healthy eating will become habit. Over time, you'll become more active, and more content. Over time, your life can get more satisfying—and stay that way.
3 quick and easy changes
Plan today for how you will eat tomorrow. Write it down and keep it in your pocket. Here are three winning tips to get you started.
- Don't let yourself go hungry
Try eating 3 main meals and healthy snacks in between. This keeps you feeling satisfied while avoiding cravings from your external hunger. Take time to plan and schedule tomorrow's healthy meals—and stick to your plan.
- Take 15 minute breaks
Satiety—that's the feeling of being full. Unfortunately there's about a 15-minute lag between when you're stomach gets this message and when you're brain gets it. Eating more slowly can give your stomach the quarter of an hour it needs to relay your fullness status to your brain. Taking 15 can help you avoid overeating. Find a partner and make lunch and snacks at work a social occasion. A little chat can make that 15 minutes feel like nothing.
- Arm yourself with healthy snacks
Healthy snacks are a great way to stay satisfied between meals and help make sure that you're eating at least every 4 hours. Low-fat foods, like fresh fruit, fat-free pudding cups, and low-fat crackers, will keep you from getting too hungry and grabbing the first thing you see. If you're running around or working, keep some unsalted pretzels in your bag. Have some hummus in your work fridge and bring in some carrot and celery sticks. Give yourself options when you're working or on the move.
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