Top 15 ways to fight off cravings! Cravings can totally derail your progress and alot times we call this “falling off the wagon”. The next 12 weeks will be the biggest test of your will power. In the fitness world we see more than a 7-21# weight gain from October 1st to Jan 15th. Here are the top 15 ways to fight off those cravings and to help you stay on track!
- Increase your water intake. Take your bodyweight x .66 for daily oz intake.
- Never skip meals. Skipped meals will increase your cravings for quick fix foods (processed carbs).
- Eat real food..avoid all liquid calories. More bang for your buck.
- Switch your dinner plate over to your salad plate. Sometimes our eyes are bigger than our stomach.
- Develop a circle of friends with the same fitness goals..more accountability.
- Increase your fiber intake. Daily goal is 35 grams of fiber per day.
- Eat slowly. Allow each main meal a 20 minute time span to complete. Chew slowly.
- Never skip breakfast. Choose a lean source of protein with a low glycemic carbohydrate ( 3 egg whites with a serving of Old Fashioned Oatmeal).
- Avoid diet soda’s. Carbonated beverages will leave you feeling bloated and empty feeling.
- Brush your teeth after each meal.
- Drink green tea throughout your day to help stabilize your blood sugar.
- Avoid habits that place you in bad situations. Watching T.V after supper. Become more active. Change your habits. No Facebook at 9p.m:)
- Increase your green vegetables with your main meals.
- Avoid stimulants and appetite suppresants. They only mask the problem without solving them.
- Be prepared with healthy low calorie snacks. Raw unsalted almonds are a great alternative.
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