Daily 30 minutes of vigorous walking burns calories and improves mood. A 2011 study indicated that walking after meals aids digestion and weight reduction.
"A 30-minute walk can burn 100 to 300 calories, depending on speed," adds Mentus. Doing this regularly can burn 1,000 to 2,000 calories a week through low-intensity exercise and reduce stress."
Remember your parents always telling you to drink more water? Turns out they were right. The Cochrane Library reported in 2019 that drinking more water reduces caloric intake and increases calorie burn. Focus on calorie-free drinks.
While a glass of wine with supper may seem innocuous, the calories add up rapidly. Drinking might increase your desire for unhealthy, high-calorie foods.
"Regularly drinking alcohol might make weight loss harder due to the increased calories and stress on your body to metabolize it. Drinking also makes it simpler to overeat and make bad dietary choices."
Dining out is fun, but it's also a sneaky method to eat more calories. A 2018 Journal of Preventative Medicine and Hygiene research linked fast food to belly fat.
"When you're dehydrated, it's harder to get full, which can reduce food intake," explains Mentus. Staying hydrated is essential for proper body function. Dehydration can lower mood, resulting in poor food choices and lack of healthy eating drive."
"Keeping and reviewing a good diary helps you track what you eat and how often. It may not appear as horrible when you think about your diet, but writing it down will illustrate the flaws and inspire better choices
Simply said, out of sight, out of mind. Junk food out of the house reduces temptation. Instead, stock your cabinet with nutritious foods and see how easily you go for them when hungry.