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Sunday, October 16, 2011

Facts About Weight Loss That You Should Know

By Mavic N. Sorcie


The wealth of information the Internet offers has been beneficial to people dealing with the many aspects of their lives. However, there are cases when too much information can become overwhelming and confusing that it becomes difficult for one to know which information is actually useful or applicable to them. This is what you can expect from the subject of weight loss.

With a number of sites geared towards profitability, you should be a more discerning Internet user when it comes to weight loss information. And if you are trying to get advice on how to lose weight, you should brush up on the basics so you won't fall victim to sites that are only after generating a profit, even going so far as giving you misleading information.

To begin with, you should learn the basic concept that governs successful dieters. That is, creating a calorie deficit by eating fewer calories than your body burns. This being said, it is clear that food has a lot to do with your goal to become slimmer.

But although this is true, this does not mean you should just starve yourself or do away with fats and carbohydrates, the way some diets like to promote. This is because good nutrition should still be a priority. No one wants to look slim, yet feel sick. So if you want to have a beautiful figure and be in your best health at the same time, then you should give importance to a balanced diet.

Accordingly, experts recommend that 45% to 65% carbohydrates should make up a person's daily calorie intake; fats should be at 20% to 35%; and proteins should comprise 10% to 35%. It is noteworthy, though, that there is no magic formula in terms of nutrition. What will work for you may not necessarily work for another person. Seeking the advice of a nutritionist or an expert can go a long way in coming up with an eating plan that incorporates balanced meals while creating calorie deficit.

Apart from this, there is another key component in the equation, which is exercise. A good diet plan along with regular exercise are your best bet. In addition, there are a number of things that can reinforce your effort in eliminating excessive pounds from your weight. These include eating regularly, i.e., developing a regular schedule of eating with smaller portions at frequent intervals; eating dinner at least 2 hours before bedtime; drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day; and giving your body enough rest and sleep. These are an integral part of a healthy lifestyle which you can work on if you want to achieve your fitness goals.




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