Weight Loss and Regular Eating
Often, when trying to lose weight, the focus is on eating less by cutting out meals and snacks. But regular eating is very important in overcoming the cycle of dieting and overeating – resulting in the yo-yo effect of losing and then re-gaining weight.
Having three meals and a few snacks will keep your energy levels up and your blood sugar steady. Research evidence shows that regular meals and planned snacks are key characteristics of successful weight management.
More than three or four hours without food causes blood sugars to dip, leading to light headedness, headaches, poor concentration, irritability and then cravings for all the ‘wrong’ foods!
This means eating (or getting into the habit of eating) breakfast, especially since your sugar levels will have dropped right down over night. Without breakfast we may as well think of ourselves as a car starting out with an empty fuel tank.
It wouldn’t get too far would it, before having to stop at the nearest station? This for us usually means the vending machine, a chocolate bar or whatever is near to hand!!!
Being well fuelled means stocking up on the types of foods that give a slow release of energy to keep you going throughout the day. This type of food is often referred to as low GI food.
Balanced Diet - Balanced Eating
Carbohydrate (starch and cereal foods) such as oats; granary, seeded, rye or pitta bread; wholemeal pasta/spaghetti; basmati rice; and sweet potatoes are all good choices. Most fruits and vegetables, including beans and pulses, are also excellent.
The basic principle here is sensible, balanced eating. [GetFit Nutrition] makes this simple for you by giving you personal Nutrition Card™ Targets, spread across different food groups. This helps to ensure you’re eating a balanced diet easily.
The key is to be prepared! Don’t let yourself get tempted by these sorts of foods. Make a conscious effort to eat before you get really hungry. Keep a few emergency snacks in your desk drawer/suitcase/handbag – crackers, oatcakes or a piece of fruit are ideal.
GetFit Nutrition’s Nutrition Card™ is your personal reminder note to help you fuel up during the day. What should you eat?
Because you get your own personal Nutrition Card™ Targets, we make it very easy for you to know what sort of food to eat – ensuring you have a balanced, healthy diet every day.