Tired of working out rigorously? Obsessing over weight loss programs?People go to extreme lengths just to lose those extra pounds, hammering away countless hours in the gym or starving themselves.
While history says that spending time in a POW camp will definitely get the job done, but there’s no need for something so drastic. Science has proven that the best way of losing weight is to eat healthy and exercise regularly – even if for short periods. So, here’s a list of interesting ways to help you get rid of that fat, fast.
Spice up your food
We all know that consuming more spices raise your metabolism and help you burn calories. But, there is also another reason for you to stack up on those chili peppers. The spicier the food, the slower you are likely to eat it. If you have a habit of eating fast, which most of us do, you’re probably eating more than what your body requires. It takes time for the body to signal that you’re full and meanwhile you’ve overeaten. So adding a little extra spice is a great weight loss strategy.
Have some chocolate
Everybody loves chocolate, but did you know that it can help reduce your waistline while indulging in its sweet pleasure?Chocolate contains flavonoids, which is a plant-based nutrient with antioxidant properties. Having a piece or two of dark chocolate as dessert will help you decrease body fat and lower your blood sugar. It also helps fight stress, which can trigger weight gain in some people.
Turn down the heat
Imagine doing nothing and still burning calories. Sounds crazy, right? It’s pretty simple. Our body has to burn calories in order to stay warm, so lowering your room’s temperature when you sleep, is a good way of burning some extra calories. A research conducted by National Institute of Health Clinical Centre, found that test subjects who slept in a room with a colder temperature burnt 7% more calories as compared to those who slept in warmer temperature. So remember to turn off the heating before going to bed.
Switch to unprocessed foods
Processed foods are convenient and that’s why we love them. They are also easier for our bodies to break down. Unprocessed (whole) foods on the other hand, require more energy to break down and digest. Switching from white rice to brown rice and eating fruits instead of downing fruit juice will help you shed some pounds.
Ditch your car
We all spend a lot of time commuting in our everyday life. Changing your mode of transport will work wonders in your quest to get a beach-ready body. Riding your bicycle to work, to get groceries or even to the gym will benefit you in a lot of ways. A casual ride will burn 500 calories an hour, while an uphill or a high intensity ride can burn up to a 1000 calories. So keep paddling and get ready to buy a new wardrobe.
A whiff of Peppermint
Peppermint has a wide variety of health and medicinal uses including digestive support, pain relief and a breath freshener. It’s an ancient medicine and has been mentioned in Egyptian pyramids dating back to 1000 BC.It also helpswith weight loss by suppressing your appetite.Sniffing peppermint oil before a meal will actually curb your appetite, making you eat less. Aromatherapy is also said to change a person’s mood and reduce the risk of emotional or comfort eating.
Not your ordinary tea
Green tea is easily the healthiest beverage on the market and its antioxidant properties are unparalleled. There are more than 450 organic substances in green tea including iron, calcium, zinc and vitamin B12. Green tea can help elevate the metabolic rate, improve insulin activity and increase fat oxidation. In other words, it helps you lose weight and stay healthy, simultaneously. Green tea can be obtained in different forms include tea bags, liquid green tea concentrate and green tea extract capsules. So sip up and slim down on this remarkable green stuff.
Wear tight pants to dinner
People don’t usually wear tight pants to a buffet and for good reason. When you plan on consuming a lot of food, sweatpants are the way to go. Wearing something tight to dinner, works in reverse. It will help you in two ways. First, eating a lot will make you uncomfortable in your tight pants and second, it provides that extra bit of motivation to get in shape.
Get adequate sleep
Although it may seem like sleeping more would be detrimental to weight loss,however, the lack of sleep leads to a lack of energy throughout the day. People who don’t get enough sleep are likely to eat more to keep their energy levels up and rely heavily on caffeinated and sugary drinks to fuel their daily activity. Getting a good night’s sleep, for 6 to 8 hours,will keep you energized the next day and prevent unnecessary calorie intake.
Get some early morning sun
The time and length of your exposure to sunlight can significantly affect your body weight. Sunlight signals your body to wake up and regulates the body’s circadian rhythm. This affects your metabolism and having the right amount of sunlight at the right time can help you improve your metabolic rate, and in turn, burn more calories.
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ABOUT Erica Silva
Erica Silva is a blogger by choice. She loves to discover the world around her. She likes to share her discoveries, experiences and express herself through her blogs.
Find her on Twitter:@silvaderica
While history says that spending time in a POW camp will definitely get the job done, but there’s no need for something so drastic. Science has proven that the best way of losing weight is to eat healthy and exercise regularly – even if for short periods. So, here’s a list of interesting ways to help you get rid of that fat, fast.
Spice up your food
We all know that consuming more spices raise your metabolism and help you burn calories. But, there is also another reason for you to stack up on those chili peppers. The spicier the food, the slower you are likely to eat it. If you have a habit of eating fast, which most of us do, you’re probably eating more than what your body requires. It takes time for the body to signal that you’re full and meanwhile you’ve overeaten. So adding a little extra spice is a great weight loss strategy.
Have some chocolate
Everybody loves chocolate, but did you know that it can help reduce your waistline while indulging in its sweet pleasure?Chocolate contains flavonoids, which is a plant-based nutrient with antioxidant properties. Having a piece or two of dark chocolate as dessert will help you decrease body fat and lower your blood sugar. It also helps fight stress, which can trigger weight gain in some people.
Turn down the heat
Imagine doing nothing and still burning calories. Sounds crazy, right? It’s pretty simple. Our body has to burn calories in order to stay warm, so lowering your room’s temperature when you sleep, is a good way of burning some extra calories. A research conducted by National Institute of Health Clinical Centre, found that test subjects who slept in a room with a colder temperature burnt 7% more calories as compared to those who slept in warmer temperature. So remember to turn off the heating before going to bed.
Switch to unprocessed foods
Processed foods are convenient and that’s why we love them. They are also easier for our bodies to break down. Unprocessed (whole) foods on the other hand, require more energy to break down and digest. Switching from white rice to brown rice and eating fruits instead of downing fruit juice will help you shed some pounds.
Ditch your car
We all spend a lot of time commuting in our everyday life. Changing your mode of transport will work wonders in your quest to get a beach-ready body. Riding your bicycle to work, to get groceries or even to the gym will benefit you in a lot of ways. A casual ride will burn 500 calories an hour, while an uphill or a high intensity ride can burn up to a 1000 calories. So keep paddling and get ready to buy a new wardrobe.
A whiff of Peppermint
Peppermint has a wide variety of health and medicinal uses including digestive support, pain relief and a breath freshener. It’s an ancient medicine and has been mentioned in Egyptian pyramids dating back to 1000 BC.It also helpswith weight loss by suppressing your appetite.Sniffing peppermint oil before a meal will actually curb your appetite, making you eat less. Aromatherapy is also said to change a person’s mood and reduce the risk of emotional or comfort eating.
Not your ordinary tea
Green tea is easily the healthiest beverage on the market and its antioxidant properties are unparalleled. There are more than 450 organic substances in green tea including iron, calcium, zinc and vitamin B12. Green tea can help elevate the metabolic rate, improve insulin activity and increase fat oxidation. In other words, it helps you lose weight and stay healthy, simultaneously. Green tea can be obtained in different forms include tea bags, liquid green tea concentrate and green tea extract capsules. So sip up and slim down on this remarkable green stuff.
Wear tight pants to dinner
People don’t usually wear tight pants to a buffet and for good reason. When you plan on consuming a lot of food, sweatpants are the way to go. Wearing something tight to dinner, works in reverse. It will help you in two ways. First, eating a lot will make you uncomfortable in your tight pants and second, it provides that extra bit of motivation to get in shape.
Get adequate sleep
Although it may seem like sleeping more would be detrimental to weight loss,however, the lack of sleep leads to a lack of energy throughout the day. People who don’t get enough sleep are likely to eat more to keep their energy levels up and rely heavily on caffeinated and sugary drinks to fuel their daily activity. Getting a good night’s sleep, for 6 to 8 hours,will keep you energized the next day and prevent unnecessary calorie intake.
Get some early morning sun
The time and length of your exposure to sunlight can significantly affect your body weight. Sunlight signals your body to wake up and regulates the body’s circadian rhythm. This affects your metabolism and having the right amount of sunlight at the right time can help you improve your metabolic rate, and in turn, burn more calories.
AUTHOR BIO
ABOUT Erica Silva
Erica Silva is a blogger by choice. She loves to discover the world around her. She likes to share her discoveries, experiences and express herself through her blogs.
Find her on Twitter:@silvaderica