The thought of dieting can be stressful. Whether it’s having to give up your favorite foods, the prospect of eating salads all the time, or cutting your portion sizes down to the point where you’re always hungry, dieting is as much of a mental exercise as it is a physical one.
Fortunately, there are some tricks that may seem small but can add up to big changes, and it doesn’t involve you having to make drastic changes.
Oak Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a look at five of these weight-loss hacks to help you in your wellness journey.
- Make That Sandwich Open-Faced
In addition to switching from white to whole-grain bread to cut down on empty calories, only use one piece of bread for your sandwich instead of two. Going open-faced can cut anywhere from 70 to 120 calories off your meal, depending on the type of bread you use.
- Buy a Fruit Bowl
If you have a fruit bowl, you are more likely to use it! Keep it filled with fruits and vegetables that you can easily snack on when you’re feeling like one instead of something unhealthy like chips.
- Eat at the Table
Studies found that people overeat while eating or snacking in front of your TV because our mind is distracted and doesn’t realize when the body is full. Eat mindfully by taking your meals and snacks to the kitchen table.
- Get Smaller Plates
Do you have large plates and bowls? You might feel the need to fill them when you make your meals, and you could be overeating because of it. Eating on salad plates and in smaller bowls can lead to eating more sensible portions.
- Repetition is Your Friend
Find some healthy meals you enjoy and stick to those for breakfasts, lunches, and snacks. Pre-set meals will keep you on track and give you less reason to stray from your plan.
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