Loosing Weight Doesn't Mean Sacrifice!

We often think that when dieting, or trying to loose weight we have to sacrifice a lot of things. Which is totally not true. You just have to be smarter about the choices you do make, and the amounts (moderation) of foods you do eat.

When dieting you can actually cut out a lot of good healthy foods that your body needs. Check out the guidelines below for some tips, and ways to avoid sacrificing your fav foods whlie still shedding pounds.

 Low calorie density. Your body doesn’t count calories — instead, it responds to the volume of food in your stomach. Fool your brain into satiety by choosing foods that have a lot of bulk but few calories — like fruits, vegetables and nuts.

This principle doesn’t just apply to snacks — a piece of fruit, a leafy green salad or a cup of soup before a meal will help you eat less during that meal too.


Fibre. In addition to keeping you regular, dietary fibre also curbs your appetite. Fibre helps slow the absorption of sugar into the blood stream and prevents blood sugar spikes — plus it keeps you feeling fuller longer, like that bowl of porridge that “sticks with you”. In addition, high fibre foods typically require lots of chewing, which also helps the brain recognize you’re getting nourishment.


Protein. It’s an important component of muscles, but skimp on this nutrient and you’ll lose muscle, not fat. Protein takes a lot of energy to use up, and it tends to stick around the digestive track for a while — also helping you feel satisfied longer.


Calcium. Don’t shun dairy! Well not completely anyway....Not only does calcium help support bones and teeth, it also helps burn fat. Many studies have established that calcium helps stimulate the body to break down fat — especially the fat stored around the abdomen. However, the best weight loss benefits in regards to dairy are when you eat very small portions, and low calorie options.