Thursday, April 15, 2010

Easy Weight Loss Tips Through Selective Dieting

ingMany a times, it is a source of concern for people that are overweight trying to figure out where to start to reduce their weight. There are numerous weight-loss plans to choose from; from the Atkins Diet to the South Beach Diet; from the low fat to low carb diets, and others. In addition, given conflicting information as to what works best, it can be overwhelmingly difficult deciding what to do. And for those who have tried many diet plans with no success, it becomes more difficult and frustrating on what to do.

Many people forget that a diet might work wonders for their friend but won't work well for them...not because the diet is "bad", but because each body reacts differently. However, there is a way to lose weight that is easy, fast, and doesn't involve deprivation or calorie counting.

Before anyone starts a diet, it is important to note that each person has a different body build. Some people are short and stout while others are tall and thin. Some have big hips and shoulders, and others are short and very muscular. The good news is that genetics do not determine whether or not one will be fat, but will determine one's body shape. This means that not every woman can expect to be tall and thin like a Hollywood actress or supermodel such as Tyra Banks. Not every man can expect to be defined and muscular like The Rock. The goal, really, is to maintain a comfortable weight for your body shape and to feel good about it.

The following are some tips that can be used to maintain a comfortable weight:

1. Exercise to burn off fats: People who are overweight have a hard time burning off food. As a result, the fat is stored. So, for them to loss weight, they should engage in regular exercise to burn off the fat I their body

2. Eating Habits: Those who struggle with weight often eat when stressed or when other emotional upheavals are happening in their life. And they eat portions that are too large. This means that for them to maintain moderate weight, they should each small and when they are not stressed. This will avoid hormonal imbalances which result to overweight. Also they should eat lots of “diet food” (that is low fat, low carb, and "sugar free" foods)

3. High intake of meat: High intake of meat and dairy can result to residual growth hormones. In humans, these hormones can result in increased fat storage. Therefore, overweight persons should take less meat (especially red meats) to maintain average weight.

4. Eating late and numerous diets: Late-night eating can cause food to convert to fat more easily. Similarly, going from diet to diet has a negative impact on the metabolism and causes weight loss to be much more difficult.