Diet Basics
by
Diets Reviewed Irene Marshall
Although there is an abundance of
diet information available, many people find much of it to be
confusing and contradictory. Therefore, it is not surprising
that diet basics often get lost in the melee. So before you
invest time, money and effort in a weight loss program, take a
moment to consider some diet basics to insure health and
success.
Diet
basics
include the following:
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Self-motivation
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Reasonable goal
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Realistic time frame
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Food plan
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Increased exercise and activity
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Balance and moderation
First and foremost, you are
at the center of the weight loss program. This is about you and for you.
Remember that you are doing this for yourself, success depends on it.
Next, develop your goal by
setting the target weight that you want to achieve. Determine your ideal weight
based on your height, age and body type. Mini-goals are essential in achieving
your ultimate goal. They help monitor your progress and build on your successes
as you progress to the healthier and slimmer you. You will find tools and other
aids to help get you on the road to success when you visit
eDiets.
Then be realistic about the
amount of time needed to accomplish your goal. Keep in mind that losing weight
slowly and steadily leads to more permanent weight loss. Additionally, research
has shown that losing one to two pounds per week is healthy as well as long
lasting.
Then, there is your food
plan. This very important component of diet basics needs to be consistent with
your life style, personality, health issues and budget. Three key questions to
ask yourself when evaluating a diet’s food plan are:
1.
How much time, effort and expense are required to plan, shop for,
and prepare meals?
2.
Is that feasible for me?
3.
Will it work long term, that is, can I eat this way long term?
It can be overwhelming to find what is best for
you amongst the many diet plans on the market today, but help in this area is
available at Diets Reviewed.
As you begin your weight
loss program, start adding exercise to your daily routine and generally increase
your activity level. Start small and add with time as your energy increases. It
is more important to be consistent, that is, 15 minutes per day every day is
better than two hours once a week.
“Moderation in all things”
is an axiom worth keeping in mind especially when considering a weight loss
program. For example, a red flag should go up when you hear about a diet plan
that touts, “lose 30 pounds in 30 days”. Also be wary of diets that entirely
eliminate one or more food groups. Remember that incorporating these diet basics
and keeping things simple will insure successful long term weight loss and a
healthier you. Another resource for your consideration is the popular
South Beach Diet.
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