How to Lose Weight in 2 Weeks Naturally
Many people are looking for a quick fix when it comes to losing weight, especially when the weight needs to come off fast. There are diet pills and extreme dieting tricks, but they are not for everyone. If you would rather lose weight in a natural way that makes you feel more comfortable, you can do that in just a couple of weeks.
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Throw out any junk food you have in your house. This includes chips, cookies, ice cream or whatever else you feel may tempt you. Go food shopping and stock up on fresh vegetables, fruit, plain oatmeal, almonds, plain yogurt, fish, chicken and brown rice.
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Carry a water bottle with you all day. This will remind you drink water constantly. To add flavor to your water, add slices of lemon and ice. Cut out soda completely. If you drink more than one cup of coffee, cut back to only one cup in the morning (preferably black or with skim milk and a sugar substitute). If you crave a hot beverage later in the day, try a cup of green tea.
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Eat regular meals. Do not skip meals, especially breakfast. Everything should be portion controlled. Do not have second helpings. Balance your meals with vegetables and protein. Cut down on your carbohydrate intake. Avoid dressings, butter, salt, sugar and fried foods. Prepare the foods yourself as much as possible so you know exactly what you are eating.
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Munch on small snacks between your meals to avoid cravings. Eat snacks such as a handful of unsalted almonds that are rich in protein.
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Stop eating about two hours before bedtime. Get a good night's sleep.
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Work out. Whether you are going to the gym or for a walk or run around your neighborhood, incorporate cardio (and ideally some weight training as well) into your routine. Start off slow if you haven't worked out in a while, but gradually push yourself to do more and more.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan your meals. If you will be going out or at work, pack your food and bring it with you. This way you won't be tempted to deviate.
Be disciplined, but don't be too hard on yourself. If for some reason you do fall off track, don't continue the downward spiral. Just be sure to get back to your routine fast.
Mix up your meals. If you continue to eat the same grilled chicken breast and steamed broccoli night after night, you will get sick of your selection, and this will start to feel like a diet instead of a satisfying and healthy way of eating. You do not have to be masterful in the kitchen to create tasty and filling meals.
Pay attention when you are eating. Do not be on the phone or watching television. This may cause you to overeat.
Ask yourself if you are really hungry when you want to reach for an extra snack.
Keep a food diary. It will make you more mindful of what you are eating. You may not want to grab that piece of chocolate if you know you will have to record it.
Any time you can add more movement to your daily routine, do it. Park your car far from entrances and take the stairs instead of the elevator. Little changes go a long way.
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