Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Tips for everyday living

   

Eat breakfast
How are you supposed to have energy and a functioning mind if you are not feeding your body? Eating breakfast is one of the most important steps to losing weight and being healthy. Skipping breakfast causes hunger pains, binge eating and irritability. The fuel you give your body in the morning will help you function better all day long.
Cut out caffeine
Caffeine is a drug. It affects your body in numerous ways and can raise your blood pressure and cause you to have trouble sleeping. By cutting back the amount of caffeine that you consume, you are allowing your body to function the way it needs to. Of course, many people will find this a difficult step to take, so you can begin by eliminating one cup of coffee or soda each day. Then cut back even more as you get comfortable with that amount. Your goal should be to cut caffeine out of your diet completely.
Exercise. Exercise is important, not just for weight loss but for the healthy running of your body. Do something every day to get your body moving. This can be as simple as walking an extra block on your way to work, getting up and walking around the living room during commercials or going outside to play with your kids or dog on the weekend. Start off small and incorporate this exercise into your daily life. As your body gets used to moving more, you can add more exercise and start a real routine. The more you move your body, the more you can do.

Sit down to eat. And not on the couch in front of the television. Make an effort to sit down at the table to eat your meals. This allows you to concentrate on your food. When your body tells you that you are full, listen. Instead of paying attention to the latest episode of your favourite show on TV, pay attention to your body. By paying attention to your body, you will be able to stop overeating and enjoy your food. As you pay more attention to the tastes of your food, you will enjoy eating different foods and experimenting with healthier versions of old favourites.

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