There are  tons of ideas out there which gaurantee quick weight loss but here is a complete guide to loose weight in a healthy way

We all aspire to eat healthy and stay fit, but our health is often neglected due to work, social commitments and family needs. As a result of microwave dinners and downing several cups of tea or coffee in a day, both our calorie count and weight get out of hand.

However, these tips are bound to help you stay in shape without fretting or sweating too much. Let’s get right into them!

1. Make a food journal

Maintaining a food journal will help you keep track of whatever you are eating and enable you to plan future diets. You can see what food groups you are missing out on and what hidden snacking you aren’t keeping track of.

2. Eat slow

Science has shown that our mind receives the signal of ‘fullness’ approximately 20 minutes after eating. Eating slowly and more mindfully will help you savour your food and  prevent you from eating extra food. Moreover, a well-chewed bite is more easily digestible!

3. IStay active

Be it while talking on the phone or when listening to music, choose to walk or stand instead of idly sitting down. The more movement you can include in your day, the better!

4. Don’t skip meals

Eat less but eat more often. Having 5-6 healthy yet short meals is better than having two heavy ones. This naturally means you shouldn’t be skipping your meals.

5. Hydration is magic

Drinking ample amounts of water throughout the day has numerous benefits. Be it glowing skin or ensuring an active digestive system – staying hydrated is always a great idea. It will also give you the feeling of ‘being fuller’ and make you eat less.

6. Cut calories, not flavour!

Healthy food does not have to be bland or bereft of flavours. Simply roasted vegetables that have been seasoned well with some paprika and salt can taste incredible too.

7. Do away with bigger plates

Our mind eats what it sees, and perception plays a vital role when it comes to plating. Using a smaller plate really fools our minds into thinking that we are eating more as we see more food in a lesser space.

8. Even a little movement is better than no movement

Don’t skip on activity altogether just because you did not complete those 10 squats or 15 crunches. Even on days when you have not been able to exercise at all, just go for a walk for 15 minutes. Something is always better than nothing.

9. Make veggies the star of your dish

If you are making pasta – use less of it. Instead, fill up your dish with seasoned broccoli, shrimp, and lemon zest. This way you will easily cut down on carbs and increase your vegetable and protein intake while feeling full.

10. Ask for dressing on the side

Whenever eating out, ask for dressings, dips, and sauces on the side instead of getting your food drenched in them. This way, you can just use a little for flavour and keep the calories in check.

11. Incorporate healthy fat alternatives

Olive oil, nuts, and avocado are all great sources of healthy fats that help dissolve the unhealthy ones. Consider spreading avocado on your morning toast instead of butter during breakfast.

12. Find a diet partner

If you struggle to stick with a workout routine or eating clean, find a diet buddy with whom you can be accountable. It always helps when you have to answer to someone for your actions.

13. Stay away from fad diets

Finally, no matter what you do, stay away from fad diets! They are bound to fail, and you feel far less motivated to be healthy the next time. Natural and gradual changes to your lifestyle always go a long way.

14. Take away

Eating healthy and staying fit is not an extremely challenging task. All you have to do is include smaller, more applicable and practical diet tips in your life and stick with them. The changes may be slower, but you will be amazed at the results.