With the obesity rate at a shocking all time high, the need for nutritional know how and a simple diet for weight loss has never been more serious. Most folks have become accustomed to instant gratification and everyone wants to know how to lose fat fast. While the expectation of instant weight loss is unrealistic, there are habits you can adopt to help lose fat fast.
A simple diet for weight loss is what most people need. The plan should be easy, nutritionally balanced and effective at forcing the body to convert excess body fat to energy. Below is a simple plan for weight loss based on 6 small meals per day to keep your metabolism properly elevated. This diet may be carefully adjusted for variety so that boredom doesn’t trigger a binge on unhealthy foods.
Breakfast:
1 portion of lean protein.
This may be 4 to 6 scrambled egg whites or 1 serving of low fat or fat free dairy such as milk,cottage cheese, yogurt or cheese cubes, or 4 ounces of lean meat such as chicken or turkey breast. Vegetarians and vegans may substitute a serving of high protein soy products.
1 portion of fruit OR 1 portion of complex carbohydrates.
This may be any kind of medium sized piece of fresh fruit. Other carbohydrate options may also be 1 serving of brown rice, oatmeal, or high fiber, whole grain cereal. Portions size is generally limited to one-half to one cup. Always read labels for serving sizes. (No hash browns or French fries please.)
Unlimited amounts of non-starchy vegetables.
Vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, mushrooms and all greens may be eaten freely throughout the day. Vinegar or fat free dressing may be used to enhance taste.
Mid-morning snack:
1 medium sized piece of fresh fruit.
One ounce of raw nuts. (One ounce is about one-fourth cup.) Walnuts, pumpkin seeds and almonds pack the most nutritional punch. One or two tablespoons of natural peanut butter may be substituted occasionally for variety, but do not purchase commercial peanut butters due to the unhealthy hydrogenated oil content.
Lunch:
1 portion of lean protein.
This could be 1 serving of low fat or fat free dairy such as cottage cheese, yogurt or cheese cubes, or 4 ounces of lean meat such as lean cuts of beef, chicken or turkey breast. Rotate your choices often to avoid boredom.
1 medium sized piece of fresh fruit. Do not eat canned fruit due to the high sugar content and low fiber. Fresh fruit is always the best option and frozen fruit without added sugar should the the second option.
1 portion of complex carbohydrates.
Carbohydrate choices for this meal may be one-half to one cup of brown rice or whole grain pasta. Other options could be 1 small to medium sized baked potato or sweet potato. (Hold the butter, sour cream and other fattening goodies! They contain too many calories for our weight loss purposes.)
Non-starchy vegetables may be eaten freely as long as they are not smothered in high fat dressings or sauces.
Mid-afternoon snack:
1 portion of lean protein.
Any of the protein choices above may be used here.
Any size portion of non-starchy vegetable. Fat free dressings may be used, but limit portion size to 2 servings.
Dinner:
2 portions of lean protein. Any of the above choices would work well.
Unlimited amounts of non-starchy vegetables. Good vegetable choices would be broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, or mixed green salads. Season them with herbs, spices, lemon juice or a touch of sea salt. Avoid butter, margarine or creamy sauces since they add a significant amount of calories and little nutritional value.
This simple diet for weight loss may be used until your goal weight is reached. If you find at any time that you do not lose fat fast, 1 to 2 pounds per week, simply increase the amount of exercise you get each day. To break a stubborn plateau, you may also need to cut the amount of carbohydrates and fruit in half and increase consumption of non-starchy vegetables. Do not decrease protein portions. We want to lose fat fast. We don’t want to lose muscle.
Rebecca Welch
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10 Responses
casearas
2009 Aug 28 1How do i lose weight and tone my stomach fast?
Any ideas or websites on how to lose 20 pounds byt the end of August? I am not really overweight just have a little fat. Looking for a fast and simple diet exercise plan. Open to over the counter weight loss pills also. Anybody tried NV?
sandhu
2009 Aug 29 2Control your food and have an exercise.
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bigmammarush
2009 Aug 29 3try pilates 20 min work-out… di it twice a day for 2 weeks and went down 3 jean sizes
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joecseko
2009 Aug 29 4Allright.If you’re not really overweight 20 pounds sounds way excessive.There is no healthy way to lose that much weight in that much time.There is also no easy way to do it.Look at my best answers and see if there’s something there because I’ve addressed all of your questions before.
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Lucky Nanda
2009 Aug 29 5If you know about Indian Yoga Class’s, go there & join. Which is realy working (Real Example is mine) All the best.
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Bev
2009 Aug 29 6Yes, it is possible to lose 20 lbs. in a month! Go to http://adelgaza.isagenix.com to learn how healthful cleansing can help detoxify your body so you can burn fat and make muscle quickly. Results in as little as 9 days!! I know from personal experience, I use the stuff and it really does work!!
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Mr X
2009 Aug 29 7I am afraid there is no quick fix to being over weight. Think of the time it took to put it on and it will take a similar time to lose it. You simply have to change your lifestyle.
Take up more envigorating excercise and eat less food and make it a lifestyle.. there is no other way. You are over weight because you have allowed this balance to be tipped the wrong you.
All you have to do is to redress this balance.
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ag_iitkgp
2009 Aug 29 8Eat less
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Heather
2009 Aug 29 9References :
I’m an Exercise Science Major and Nutrition Minor
Several years of research
Mike
2009 Aug 29 10Please do not try diet pills because they are not the long term answer and many can cause negative health effects. Consider a healthy lifestyle change.
The following healthy living recommendations will help you if you’re trying to lose weight, tone up your muscles, have aspirations of building lean muscle mass, are attempting to get a wash board stomach, or just want to feel better:
*1) Burn more calories then you’re consuming everyday and measure your results using the following formula: Calories Consumed minus Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) minus Physical Activity minus the Thermic Effect of Food (TEF). A website that explains this formula in more detail and will help you determine how many calories you need to reach or maintain a certain weight is at http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/library/weight/calsburned.htm
Get a diet and fitness calculator that you can put on your computer or cell phone. This will allow you to easily calculate the above formula, set goals, log your daily calorie consumption, and register your physical activities.
Set realistic goals for your ideal body weight. Here are two websites that will calculate a suggested body weight:
Adults: http://www.halls.md/ideal-weight/body.htm
Teens/Children: http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/exercise/weight/bmi.html
It is difficult and unhealthy to lose more than one or two pounds per week. There are 3,500 calories in a pound. If you eat 500 fewer calories per day for a week you will lose one pound. If you burn through exercise 500 more calories per day for a week you will lose one pound.
*2) Eat natural and organic foods found on earth versus something created by a corporation to make money. Eat meals in small portions throughout the day and take a good multi-vitamin supplement.
Avoid “High Glycemic Load Carbs” (sugar, pastries, desserts, refined starches such as breads, pasta, refined grains like white rice; high starch vegetables such as potatoes) and drink lots of water. Read this article for more information on high GL Carbs:
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/carbohydrates.html
Do not try fad diets or diet pills. Here is an excellent food pyramid that anyone can follow: http://www.rayandterry.com/html/images/PyramidLRG.gif?osCsid=26a424be471d1337e7c2f105d5c64d9d
*3) Exercise on most days by doing cardiovascular training and/or resistance training activities.
Read a book or find a certified trainer to make sure your doing all resistance training exercises correctly. A great book to buy that teaches you the resistance training basics is “Weight Training for Dummies”. A superb magazine to buy with resistance training routines that will not get you bored is "Muscle and Fitness". Signup for the free newsletter. An excellent free online resource is at http://www.exrx.net/
A good book to buy that teaches you the cardiovascular training basics is “Fitness for Dummies”.
*4) Get plenty of sleep. Sleep experts say most adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night for optimum performance, health, and safety.
*5) Educate yourself continually on health issues and make a life long commitment to good health. A great free publication is “Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005”. A superb book to read is “You The Owner’s Manual”. An excellent periodic publication is the “Nutrition Action Health Letter”. A reputable test you can take to measure your biological age is at http://realage.com
Look at all areas where you can enhance your health. For example, make improvements in the quality of the air you breathe. Review outdoor air quality forecasts where you live and get an indoor air purifier. Send me an email or yahoo instant message to "gainbetterhealth" if you want an indoor air purifier recommendation and if you have any questions.
*Click on all the source links below to get the full benefit of the recommendations. The answers presented to your health questions are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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My 25 years of health research and experience.
Source Links:
Calorie Calculators:
http://www.nutritiondata.com/
http://www.calorieking.com/foods/
Calculate Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): http://health.discovery.com/tools/calculators/basal/basal.html
Physical Activity Calorie Calculators:
http://primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/jumpsite/calculat.htm
http://www.weightlossresource.com/tools/exercise/calculator1_2.cfm
Calculate Calorie Requirements:
http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/library/weight/calsburned.htm
Cell Phone Diet & Fitness Calculator: http://www.handango.com/PlatformProductDetail.jsp?siteId=1&osId=388&jid=864F14BAD8AEFX9A566E6X3ADCD1EE78&platformId=1&N=4294927681%2095584&productId=20058&R=20058
Desktop Diet & Fitness Calculator:
http://www.handango.com/PlatformProductDetail.jsp?siteId=1&osId=388&jid=864F14BAD8AEFX9A566E6X3ADCD1EE78&platformId=1&N=4294927681%2095584&productId=24053&R=24053
Free Online Diet & Fitness Calculators:
http://www.mypyramidtracker.gov/
http://sparkpeople.com/
http://www.fitday.com/
Body Weight Calculators:
http://www.halls.md/ideal-weight/body.htm
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/exercise/weight/bmi.html
Natural and Organic Foods: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/products/index.html
http://www.wildoats.com/u/home/
Multi-Vitamin Supplement: http://www.carlsonlabs.com/product_detail.phtml?prodid=00122&categid=8688&PHPSESSID=98e0fc93b6652bcf3d1afa9324303f65
Glycemic Index and GI Database Website: http://www.glycemicindex.com/
Harvard School of Public Health article on Carbohydrates:
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/carbohydrates.html
MayoClinic Article on Water:
http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/NU/00283.html
Food Pyramids:
http://www.rayandterry.com/html/images/PyramidLRG.gif?osCsid=26a424be471d1337e7c2f105d5c64d9d
http://www.mypyramid.gov/
Certified Trainers:
http://www.acsm.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home_Page&WebsiteKey=3bb8c0a3-b699-44f5-99ca-4c9e64600c5e
http://www.nsca-lift.org/
http://www.acefitness.org/
http://www.nasm.org/
Weight Training for Dummies: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0471768456
Muscle and Fitness:
http://www.muscleandfitness.com/
Exercise Prescription on the Net:
http://www.exrx.net/
Fitness for Dummies:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0764578510
Sleep Website: http://sleepfoundation.org/
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005:
http://www.cbsnews.com/htdocs/pdf/foodguide.pdf
You The Owner’s Manual:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060765313
Nutrition Action Health Letter:
http://www.cspinet.org/nah/
Realage Website: http://www.realage.com/
AirNow Website: http://airnow.gov/
Indoor Air Purifier Ratings: http://www.air-purifier-power.com/top-10-air-purifiers.html
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