There are some basic facts which can be helpful in achieving your goals faster than you have ever thought. Here is the list of some of the things that can help you own an enviable toned body and to stay in top shape for years to come.
1.Eat “Fit Food”- Your choice for a high quality natural diet plays a significant role in the way to look and feel. A diet containing balanced amount of of complex carbohydrates, protein and fats is the key. Complex carbohydrates intake through brown rice, whole wheat pasta, salads, potatoes, unprocessed cereals etc. have proved to be very effective in losing weight because of the reason that complex carbohydrates not only control hunger but also provide energy as our body burns them more efficiently as compared to unprocessed food.
Similarly, fibre contained in fruits, vegetables and other food sources like whole grains help in getting rid of unwanted and toxic substances present in your intestine and colon that accelerates weight loss and keeps skin glowing. High quality and easily digested amounts of protein can be derived through intake of chicken, turkey, egg whites, fish, low-fat dairy and certain lean cuts of red meat. Protein present in these food sources are easy to digest and help in increasing the muscle tissue rather than fat tissues. In addition to carbohydrates and proteins, vitamins and minerals are important for the proper functioning of the body and various organs.
2.Take three meals per day – Our body needs to have 3 balanced meals per day which includes a heavy breakfast in the morning containing fruits, cereals, grain bread, eggs, along with a healthy drink. Researches have shown the fact that people who skip breakfast, find it harder to lose weight because if you have a heavy breakfast your appetite will be satisfied longer and you will eat only when your calories are best burnt. Your body needs energy to get you through your day and that energy is supplied only through a proper breakfast, so if you are not a “breakfast person” start by eating a piece of fruit on your way to work.
3.Drink plenty of water- Water plays a key role in the prevention of diseases, reduction of weight, toxins and chances of cancer; absorption and digestion of food, regulation of body temperature, removal of waste and toxins from the body and maintaining glow of the skin. Water helps the body to metabolize stored fat and acts as appetite suppressant, and thus, leads to weight loss. Whenever you feel hungry, drink a pint of water, it will curb your appetite.
4.Eliminate soft drinks, fruit juices and processed foods - Avoid carbonated beverages and fruit juices even if they are naturally sweetened. Processed food, refined food and pre-packaged food are loaded with sugars and preservatives. You can replace soft drinks and juices with natural water, herbal tea and caffeine free coffee.
5.Fast once in a week- I strongly recommend fasting for everyone. It is something which everyone needs to do and please mind that this has nothing to do with your religious beliefs. If you abstain from the meal, you are giving your body a chance to rest. In USA, we incessantly eat endless calories with every meal. The body never gets a chance to get rest, repair and restore itself. Our digestive system works round the clock even when we are sleeping. When we eat, it takes that meal three to four hours to travel through the stomach, another five hours for the food to be processed in the small intestine and an additional 12 to 36 hours for the food to go through the large intestine. If you take decision to fast one day in a week, you are giving your body a chance to rid itself abnormal cells, toxins, heavy metals and chemicals that you have ingested. This means fasting cleans your body system out.
6.Don't eat 2 hours before you go for sleep: People generally make a mistake by not eating much for whole day and then having a heavy dinner before they go to bed. It becomes difficult for the body to burn the extra calories while you are sleeping because your energy levels plummet while sleeping. Therefore, try to eat earlier in the day and keep dinner as simple as possible.
7.Exercise to stay fit and young- We all have excuses and explanation for not doing exercise like lack of time, odd working hours, home, kids etc. Good eating and drinking habits and exercise keeps you fit for whole life. Exercise and workout will not only keep you healthy, increase longevity but will also give you mental peace because “A healthy body has healthy mind”. Any anaerobic exercise like stationary cycling, walking, jogging, swimming, yoga etc. four times a day in the morning yields good results. If possible, take a brisk walk of 10 to 15 minute at lunch or in the evening to boost your metabolism even more. Don't forget to tone your muscles with weight training three days per week.
8.Do mediation and deep breathing- Meditation helps in developing a stronger body and mind connection. This connection is vital for feeling younger and healthier. Breathing is one of the important and old weapon to fight toxicity in the body. Breathing is an effective way to remove toxins, cleanse and purify body. When we exhale, we take out carbon dioxide and the toxins which are deadly poisonous for the body. The body has great tendency and capacity for the oxygen. If our body lacks oxygen , we feel tired and have headaches. A few deep breath not only relives us from the anxiety, ease digestion but also help in waking up and going to sleep.
9.Stop smoking and drinking alcohol- Smoking and alcohol consumption have negative effects on your body. Alcohol depresses your metabolism and stimulates your appetite and thus your eating habits change.
10.Live with a positive attitude- The way to a healthy life begins with a healthy mind. How we think determines everything in our life. We should choose the habits which make us to feel younger and live longer with a healthy body and mind.
Source-http://citymasala.com/May2009/HealthTips.pdf/
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