How to Eat More to Weigh Less

According to conventional wisdom, when you eat more, you gain more weight. However, you can eat more and still lose weight by eating the right combination of foods. The following steps will show you how.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Eat meals with lower calorie counts and higher nutrient counts. Eating more vegetables and fruits provide lower calorie density while filling you up with fiber. Even with extra helpings of low density calorie foods, you will still eat less total calories.
2. Focus on making small changes in your diet by adding fresh vegetables and fruits, dietary fiber, leaner meats, legumes and dairy products with low fat content. Cut down on saturated fats by substituting healthier options like heart-healthy olive oil.
3. Maintain a balanced diet by providing your body with a variety of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, fiber, carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
4. Exercise regularly. There are many different ways to exercise like walking or jogging but choose an exercise that you enjoy. Also, vary your exercise routines to work different muscle groups. The more calories you burn, the more you can eat without gaining. You might even lose weight.

Tips & Warnings

• Stay away from processed diet foods. These foods are low in calories, but lack nutrition.
• Never adjust your lifestyle practices without first consulting a health care practitioner.