Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones. You do not have to watch your weight or lose belly fat, you devour what you like, you boast about not having to work out, and you shake your head in pity at your chronically-dieting friends.
Each day we make small choices that make a big difference to your body weight. Because we think little about these minimal decisions, the weight multiplies until it’s time for a full weight loss plan of action. Rather than waiting for the inevitable, start spotting these 6 diet saboteurs that may be steadily adding inches to your waistline.
Uncontrolled Weekends
Researchers have found that people take in significantly more on weekends without even noticing it; especially on Saturdays when fat consumption is at its highest. Those extra weekend calories can quickly add up.
To stay clear of overindulging on the weekends, control portion size and limit your alcohol usage
Eating On the Run
Eating on the move can lead you to eat too rapidly for your body’s hunger and satisfaction signals to keep up. If you take less than 20 minutes to eat a meal, you could be setting yourself up for cravings and over indulgence.
Over-Sized Portions
Cook at home instead of eating out and use a smaller plate for your meals. Don't forget that 1/2 your plate should be filled with vegetables and 1/4 with a lean protein. If you must eat at a restaurant, ask for a doggie bag before you eat and pack up the excess portion to avoid digging into too much food.
Costly Coffee Shop Beverages
Those specialty drinks can cost you about 370 calories and 15 g of fat. As a substitute, opt for a regular coffee with two tablespoons of sugar and you’ll strip about 17,000 calories a year from your diet, which is almost 5 pounds.
Skipping Meals
Skipping meals is another way to wreak havoc on your metabolism. Your body might store extra fat to prepare for other missed meals. Instead of skipping meals, eat small nutritious snacks such as a handful of nuts or fiber rich cereal when you can’t get to a complete meal.
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