Hello. For my new years resolution (which hopefully I don't break) I would love to loose some weight. I received a gc to Walmart and cash so I would like to buy some things that are helpful. Please suggest some ideas for me. I also need healthy meal and snack ideas. Especially snacks that do not have to be refrigerated when I am at work.
I have a weight scale all ready and want to weigh once a week and track myself on fit day. I also have a treadmill to walk on daily. I need some ideas on portion plates. Should I use a child size plate for meals?
I welcome all ideas, thank you!
hi Billy,listen i'm not going to advise on products as i don't advocate(i think it's lazy)So i would just like to show you guidlines&methods that will help you lose weight in a healthy/maintanable way.I think once a healthy choice/lifestyle becomes a habit,you know how to eat&enjoy yummy foods that can indeed cater to all cravings,without the added weight&risk of heart diseas.I will of course throw in some munchy ideas.
ALWAYS start the day with a filling healthy breakfast....(eat eggs(not fried)pacetta/prosciuotto instead of bacon on wholgrain toast(grilled tomato/mushrooms,some juice& fruit or muslie/bircher with fruit&yoghurt, oats/healthy cereal with low fat milk ect.(dont skip meals,eat smaller portions more regulaly to help speed up METABOLIC rate.
First off:lets bust two myths:CARBS ARE BAD=no carb diets are a disaster,it is not wise to cut out whole food groups.What is wise is to choose right nutrient giving types.Thus preventing difficiencies,(dont know how old you are but this is vital for proper growth)There are carbs with out the fat(&breads should not be cut out/choose seeds/wholegrains/german/french /wraps ect)A low carb diet will lack essential nutrients&anti-oxidents(fruit&wholgrains... of can induce headach&lack of energy.Choose foods with a low GI(glicemic index)
MYTH:FAT=ENEMY,good fats&poly-unsaturated are essential,healthy ones such as omega-3s are needed for growth&development also beneficial foor mood&mind.The KEY is to cut out'BAD'saturated fats&'TRANS"fats(found in pastries/baked goods)and opt for the healthier ones such as olive oils,canola,safflower,linseed,macadamia&... small amounts of avacado provide the healthy fats(use instead of butter?spread)Of course theresOily fishes such as tuna&salmon(high omega 3)Dairy also should not be cut out,just opt for lower fat(greek yoghurt instead of cream)the hard cheeses are better as the fat/butter milk has been evaporated,thus better(parmasean/chedder=good.Camanbert=... is necessary to include 3serves of dairy(a piece of cheese,a tub yoghurt&a glass low fat milk=meeting daily calcium requirments&healthy weight loss(if you must have ice-cream,opt low fat or try gelatos ect&smoothies are excellant)use lots of fruit,honey to sweeten+low fat ice cream(once in a while is fine or try using yoghurt for creamyness)Evaporated milk makes the perfect substitute for cream(pasta sauce)Pastas&salads are a fantastic way to lose weight&no reason to miss out on flavour(opt tomato based sauces/not cream,opt dressings of juice/oil ect not creamy(mayo,just go low kind)also include legumes,pulses&nuts.Aim for 5 serves of veg&3serves of fruit+3serves of dairy a day&balance the rest with nutritious substitue.Half the battle is to shop right..then you can eat right+excercise=losing weight without even knowing/suffering/missing out for it.You dont need to slog at a gym,do a sport you like,make it fun.If you choose to walk,stop every so many metres&do a set of some exercise(3xsets 10-12squats)&then walk further,stop do a set of exercise( something(breaks it up)keeps heart rate up. ect.Start small,build up resistance&move up.Restistance training is fab,as is cardio.
I suggest up to three sessions a wk.For example:
12squats,12push-ups,12lunges,12rows with resistance bands(cheep to buy)Do this cercuit 3times.This is easily achievable out side the gym.Buy some small weights.
Cardio can be added to the end of your resistance,or on alternate days.Start slow build up EG;
wk 1=power walk.wk 2=run.wk 3=run longer/sprint.Try alternating 40sec run/sprint with a 2min walk/recovery for 25mins(works)
5 STEPS TO SUCCESS;
ACCEPT your body in its current state(this is the starting point)
VISUALISE yourself happy&healthy.Be bold,but realistic.
ACHIEVE set achievable goals,asking the impossible can only lead to failure...(extend toward large goal by breaking into'mini'goals.
EASE into exercise&diet change,ease into it.STRESS=counter productive to wieght loss.
LISTEN to your body,it will tell you it's needs&take care of the rest.
GET BACK TO NATURE:diet is an important part of slimming,so go for real foods(avoid processed meats,cheese,snacks)nuts in natural form are good&if you like pistachios(can have 35 a day/other nuts higher in oil so must eat way less,almonds only12)seeds are good&even pop corn(with anything except butter)Dried fruits also for snacking.
AVOID:processed carbohydrates such as white bread&sugary cereals.
CHOOSE:low-GI carbs such as rice,sweet potato,wholegrain/seed,nut breads,untoasted musli,porridge&corn.
AVOID:foods high in chemicals&preservatives.Avod glutamates.Check lables(numbers/names)
CHOOSE:food as nature made it,all the colouful fruit&veg are high in variuose nitrients(corrotein/carrot good for eyes,greens/spinich for iron,tomato vit c all anti oxodent ect
AVOID:fruit juices,some have 5 x the recomended daily intake of fruit in one bottle(that's alot of sugar)squeeze your own orange/watermellon juice.Make smoothies&slushies(healthy )of course
CHOOSE:seasonal fruit,by eating them whole you get the added benefit of fibre.
AVOID:sweetened yoghurts(check label sometimes its low fat,high in sugar
CHOOSE:natural biodynamic yoghurt with acidophilus.
AVOID:muffins(store bought)many are equvelent to eating a slice of cake.
CHOOSE:protein rich snacks eg 12 raw almonds,1small tin tuna(on cracker,toast ect)or a boiled egg.
There, follow these guidlines&you will do well.A smaller size plate is a very good way to start,keep portions no bigger than hand/inside palm size(portion of meat this size about 100g s)as much veg as you like.The asian style of diet,stir fries&steamed fish parcels&rice ect good way to eat.Use herbs,spices ect to flavour instead or s&p,you get health benefits as well as flavour.Ginger,garlic,chilli(high in anti-oxidents,good for detox,aid digestion(tumeric is an antiseptic)see if you just know your food,they will provide you will all the tools....Soups are great(have as much as you want)healthy spring veg&chicken(ginger,garlic)awsome!!!Chine... cleas stock based soups are excellant.(avoid creamy,cheesy ect)Pastas excellant source or protein,carb&fibre(again use herbs,vegies,lean meat/no meat to flavour,tomato sauces ect(avoid,cream,cheese&bacon)use egg yolk to thicken&make sauce(like carbonara)instead of cream/butter.If you want creamy,just lighten the calories use evaporated milk/low fat items.If you must have butter change the type(polyunsaturated ect)maybe a soy butter/marge or even olive oil based+good for you.Avacado works well as butter.If you love pancakes try crepes with fruit/yoghurt sauce ect Crepe Suzzette.If you can not live with out pizza,dont!Make it your self(buy base&build it)using awsome fresh ingredients,prepared tomato&herb type sauce(leave off processed meat&cheese&opt for maybe baby boccancini,feta,low fat mozzarella/parmasean,add rocket.antipasto type(olives,sun dried tomatoes)chuck on pineapple,anything you want!And you have a gourmet pizza which is guilt free to eat&actally pretty damn tasty!!!Cant live without dessert?Why not share?So you can have a little¬ waste...The key is SELF CONTROL(know when to stop/portion controll)do NOT eat it all(unless you picked fat free)AND do not shop when feeling hungry(you will buy junk)
So keeping all this in mind,i came up with some food ideas.I also calculated the nutritional value for you as an example
PASTAS:
GARLIC PRAWN,LEMON&FETA SPAGHETTI:
serves 4
400g dried spaghetti pasta(100g if cooking for one)
1/4cup olive oil
1red onion,finely chopped
500g(20)green prawns,peeled devained,tails in tact
3 garlic cloves,finly chopped
1/2cup white wine
2 TBLspns lemon juice
1tspn lemon rind(zested/grated)
1cup fresh flat-leaf parsley,chopped
125g reduced fat,feta cheese,crumbled
crusty bread to serve
1.cook pasta according to packet directions
2.meanwhile heat frypan(meadium high)add 1TBLspn oil.Add onion,cook stirring till tender.(2mins)Add garlic&prawns,cook till just pink.Add wine&bring to boil,simmer uncovered for 1min or till prawns are cooked through.Remove from heat.Add lemon rind&juice.
3.Drain pasta.Return to pan over low heat.Add prawn mixture,remaining oil,parsley&feta.Toss/mix through to combine.Serve with crusty bread.
around 2300 calories,fat=4%
ideas:Balsamic tomato,chorizo&rocket fettacine,Chicken,llme&chilli penne,Lamb pine nut&haloumi
fussili ect.
SALADS:
TURKEY,MANGO&MACADAMIA SALAD:
serves 4
125g tub lite yoghurt
1/4cup lite mayonnaise(soy mayo)
1/2tspn chilli flakes(dried)
1/3cup coriander leaves,chopped(or parsley)
420g can,four bean mix,drain&rinse
1red capsicums,sliced
1red onion,halved&thinly sliced
1large mango,diced
2cups baby rocket
3cups cooked,sliced,skinless turkey
3/4cup macadamia nuts,toasted
4 wholegrain rolls&salt/fat reduced butter/marge to serve.
1.comdine yoghurt&mayo,mix till smooth.Stir in chilli&1tablespoon coriander.Cover&refrigerate.
2.Combine beans,capsicum,onion,mango,rocket&remain... coriander in a bowl.Add turkey,toss to combine.
3.divide amongst plates&drizzle with dressing&serve with bread roll.
IDEAS:warm chorizo sausage&couscous,mexican potato wadges&salsa,morrocan chickpea,tomato&chicken,wild rice&cranberry salad
MAIN/FOOD ideas:SPICY SAUSAGE&SWEET POTATO BURGER.RED FISH CURRY KEBABS&COCONUT RICE.SOY GLAZED PORK,ASIAN GREENS&STEAMED JASMIN RICE(steamed fish with ginger,shallot,soy)ect
SNACKS:
Salami&feta&rocket pizza(add rocket&it will be okay to have a little salami)
Chicken&sweet chilli mayo wraps+small tub yoghurt&piece of fruit(balanced lunch)
Smoked salmon&egg tarts.
Spring rolls,dim sim,samosas,pies,can be baked not fried.
Crepes with mixed berries&yoghurt
Eggs benedict with summer smoothie ect
SWEET&SPICY NIBBLE MIX:
Preheat oven.Spread 250g raw mixed nuts.Drizzle over 1TBLspn oil.Sprinkle with brown sugar&3tspns curry powder.Season with s&p.Toss well.Bake 7mins till golden.Set aside to cool completly.Stir in 1/4cup sultanas&100g packet'changs'fried noodles(crispy type)
Store in airtight container.
SWEET ORANGE RICOTTA DIP with FRESH FRUIT:
serves 4
275g reduced fat,fresh ricotta cheese
2tspns orange rind
1/4cup orange juice
1/4cup honey
2oranges,peeled&segmented
250g strawberries,hulled
300g red&green grapes(cut into small bunches)
1.Place ricotta in bowl with orange rind,juice&honey.With electric mixer,beat till smooth.
Place in small bowl/bowls&serve with prepared fruits..easy
NUTRITIONAL VALUE per serve:982kj.3.7g fat.1.4g sat.fat.9g protein.40.6g carbs.3.4g fibre.1mg cholesterol.
RED FRUIT SALAD with MINT SYRUP:serves 4
1/2cup caster sugar
10 mint leaves
250g strawberries
125g fresh raspberries
125g,cherries,1/2&remove stone
400g watermelon,cut into cubes
1.Place sugar&1/2cup water in saucepan on low heat.Cook,stirring for 3mins or till sugars dissolved.Add 8mint leaves&let simmer without stirring for 7mins till mixture thickens.Remove/discard mint leaves.Set aside to cool.
2.Finly shred remaining mint.Place strawberries&all other fruit in a big bowl,toss to combine.Divide between serving bowls(big one).Drizzle with syrup&garnish with shredded mint.Nice on own but you can have low fat vanilla ice cream,sorbet,gelato or some thick greek-style yoghurt,low fat(instead of cream)NUTRITIONAL VALUE PER SERVE=463kj.FAT= 0.3g.SAT.FAT= 0g.PROTEIN=1.6g.CARBS=24.0g.FIBRE=3.5g.C...
Make custard/buy(low fat)some raspberries,jam rollettes&put together a trifle..yum.
Chocolate is good for you,high in anti oxidents,releases seratonin, endorphins(body's feel good drug)also has some cancer fighting properties(only eat small amounts)dark choc is best..so if you like,dip your fruit in dark choc,yummy&good for you!!!!
Okay,good on you for making the choice to a better lifstyle,good luck,can help anytime....contact me.
I KNOW IT'S LONG,but plse read,i spent hrs breaking it down to basics.Thankyou&GOOD LUCK
Apples are always good to eat
If you are looking to loose weight quickly and keep it stable, you have to balance exercise with a healthy diet. In the long run, developing anorexic habits and then resuming your old diet afterwards, will ony cause you to gian more weight than you already have! This means that one day you may like your figure, but a month later you may swell up like a balloon.
Also, you want to avoid depression, so becareful about your eating habits. A diet consisting of a mixture of fruits and vegetables, will lower your craving for sweets and increase the nutritious value of your meals. Your face will be glowing and your cheeks will be that right shade of red, due to the fact that your skin will be nourished properly.
Make sure that you drink at least one glass of orange juice each morning; this would ensure that you are taking your daily recommended intake of Vitamin C.
You can reduce the amount of calories you intake, and still maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating at least 3 full meals a day. This includes: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
For ex.
For Breakfast-A bowl of wheat cerial and milk.
For Lunch-Rice marinated with different vegetables.
For Dinner-A bowl of vegetable meat soup.
If you really feel that you must eat something in between, do not turn to snacks such as chocolate and chips. Eat apples, bannanas, or any other type of fruit. They increase your energy supply without causing you to insistently need more to keep your energy level stable.
Don't forget that chocolate and sweets give you a boost of energy which does not last, diminishing your energy level after minutes. This is why you always need more of them eventhough you are stuffed!
Also, avoid takeout food which is really greasy. It contains a high calorie intake eventhough it does not satisfy hunger.
During the winter, it's difficult to excercise outdoors. Try joining a local fitness gym, where you can use tread machines and weights. Who knows, taken yoga classes may help reduce your stress! =)I hope this helps.
Get a notebook and record everything you eat in a day...even if it is just a nibble. This will help out a lot. Eating from a smaller plate does help. Fill you plate 3/4 of the way with vegetables and then the rest protein and carbs.
Good Luck you can do it!
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