NOTE: check out http://www.webmd.com to see what is considered a healthy body weight for YOUR body type.
A huge misconception about weight loss is that dieting and starvation are the answers. So many women think that if they just eat beets fora month, or if they just eat nothing, they will become Miranda Kerr. These myths, social norms, and habits are unhealthy and won't help you become a healthier version of yourself. Crazy diets and fads, as well as the (sadly) age old choice of starvation, simply lower your metabolism and if they don't seriously hurt your body, can cause you to gain weight. Yup, diets cause weight GAIN. So before you google the how toos on the newest watermelon and cracker diet, read this, because no one needs an unhappy body change, you just need a joyous life style change.
This term, lifestyle change, is so much more appropriate when talking about loosing weight, because crazy diets may take weight off, but as soon as you go back to your normal habits, the weight comes right back on. Thats why it is necessary to not temporarily change your eating habits and exercise routine for the long run, and this doesn't mean eating beets forever.
When deciding to take a step, or a leap, in the healthy direction, you need to do some research. Lifestyle changing means you will be changing the food you eat forever, so find what farmers markets or organic super markets are in your area, because these venues will be so helpful for everyday healthy eating. Fancy super markets may be pricey, but don't despair, your local Vons has tons of cheap fruits and veggies, chia seeds, etc. While Lays and McDonalds may be low cost and filling, they are more expensive in the long run, since they can cause all sorts of cholesterol issues. While it may be hard to switch from fries to fruits, make the change gradually and you will feel better.
Eating lean meats, fresh produce, nuts and limiting carbs are basic steps for changing your lifestyle. Also adding daily cardio and mental relaxation help improve your quality of life, regardless of your economic standing. Less stress give you more time to be at peace with yourself, which is proven to help with weight issues, but exercising is an absolute necessity. Adding an easy 30 min of carido to your daily routine is easy for even the busiest person, and it helps shed unwanted fat. Another thing, weight does NOT equal fat, fat ways less than muscle, so if in the process of your lifestyle change you gain a few pounds, it is not to worry about. You are simply gaining muscle, which will feel loads better than being weighed down by unhealthy fat.
Check out http://www.webmd.com for more great tips.
People of all sizes, thin, fat, muscly, weak, deserve to feel beautiful and appreciated. Someones looks do not determine who they are inside. This is simply an article promoting Healthy eating, that will promote the best life style.
