Carbohydrates
The human body requires carbohydrates just as much as water, protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. Carbohydrates in the right amount are a must to staying healthy when dieting or exercising to lose weight. Sources of carbohydrates are: fruits, vegetables whole grains cereals or whole grains breads. Sticking to low carb diets will help you lose weight and burn fat. To avoid the fat from sipping back it’s good to couple your healthy eating plan with an exercise routine.
Exercising
The exercise routine does not have to be very rigorous only just enough to keep in very good shape to avoid those pounds to return. It’s very good to begin your physical exercise regime whilst you are dieting to ensure your success. If possible you should try to continue to exercise even after you finish your weight loss plan.
Other tips on how to lose weight
Speeding metabolism by eating fiber rich foods helps burn fat and lose you will lose weight.
Running (30mins/day) on an empty stomach helps burn fat quickly.
Increase Your Strength.
Increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthens and bones joints, increase metabolic rate, builds muscle, and improves flexibility by doing strength training.
Eating Healthy
Proteins
Protein helps to build and repair muscle tissues. Common protein rich foods are: beef, poultry, fish, peanuts, dairy product etc. High protein diets are a popular way to lose weight because protein will satisfy hunger better than fats or carbohydrates.
Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables will fill your stomach, usually low in calories but high in fiber, water, vitamins & minerals. Eat veggies & fruits with each meal: spinach, broccoli, kale, asparagus, apples, oranges, etc.
Food intake
Eating every 2-3hours boost your metabolism by sending a message to your body, that you are giving it energy and it’s not required to store calories as fat. This is why it is not wise to skip meals because your body will only store excess food as fat as it waits for you to eat again. The trick is to permit your body to use the extra calories to burn off the calories coming in. This will not only help food absorption and digestion but it will also assist in preserving high energy levels throughout the day.
Cardio
To remain healthy and active you should do cardiovascular or aerobic activities 3 to 4 times per week. Running, swimming, walking, jump rope, and any kind of sports are very helpful fat burning aerobic workouts.