#HealthBytes: 5 healthy ways to lose inches off your waist
Not only does belly fat look bad on you, it is also a virtual invitation to a host of dreadful health issues, like diabetes, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, among others. So, you must get rid of it, in a healthy and safe manner. Here are 5 healthy ways to help you lose unwanted inches off your waist.
Stop ignoring your breakfast
A lot of people skip or delay breakfast, on a daily basis. This is not a healthy routine. In fact, eating breakfast regularly reduces your chances of becoming overweight. It is advisable to eat breakfast within one hour of getting up, as it helps maintain your circadian rhythm and boosts your metabolism, early in the day, which is crucial for burning belly fat.
Eat mindfully
Watching your favorite show while having a nice meal might feel great, but not so much for your health. An Irish study suggests that the eating-environment plays a huge role in determining one's attention to food. Being distracted while eating prevents you from knowing when exactly you are full, thus making you prone to overeating, and ruining your weight-loss goals.
Pack up protein
Munching on the first thing that comes to sight? Not a good idea! It is important to eat your meals with planning. If planned right, a good meal can help brush off the urge for unhealthy snacking for a good number of hours to come. So, pack plenty of protein to stay full for long. Healthy, protein-rich food-items include eggs, yogurt, whole-grains, and nuts.
Mind your drinks (too)
Minding your plates, but not your glasses? Not too wise! A lot of weight-watchers pay close attention to the number of calories they're taking in, via food, while ignoring the calories they end up sipping. Studies show that people who drink more sweetened beverages tend to have greater body weight. Also, consuming alcoholic drinks furthers your appetite. So, consider limiting them.
#5: Exercise regularly
Apart from eating healthy, one should also make time for exercise on a daily basis. It promotes healthy eating, boosts up your metabolism, and helps cut down unwanted kilos. Start with simple, aerobic exercises like running, biking etc.
