5 Experts’ Tips if you’re Serious about Losing Weight

Lisa Franchi December 01, 2015

Every day, thousands of people attempt to lose weight. But after some time, usually a month or two, only a small percentage of those people are going to succeed. And if you’re like most people, you most likely agree that losing weight is really a tough challenge. There’s no wonder that everywhere you look - you will find numerous tips and advice. There are so many of them that you might already feel overwhelmed at the end of the day. Which one’s the best? Which one’s right for me?

No need to worry. Below are experts’ tips that have been scientifically proven to aid in weight loss. Incorporating them in your diet programme can greatly help you in achieving your desired weight.

Drink more water before you eat.

You probably know already that drinking more water is great for weight loss. But it can be more effective if you also make it a habit before every meal. A study published in the journal Obesity found that participants who drank 16 ounces of water before meals lost more weight than those who did not. Apart from boosting your metabolism, drinking water before meals also increases feeling of satiety, so you end up eating less.

Get enough sleep - at least 7 hours.

Numerous studies have shown the value of sleep when it comes to weight loss. For instance, a study reported in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that people who sleep late are more likely to choose high-carb food and get bigger portions. Lack of sleep was also found to increase food cravings for energy-dense and high-calorie food.

Have more beans.

In their study conducted in 2013, researchers from Loma Linda University found that high-fibre bean-rich diet was as effective as low-carbohydrate diet. Another study, carried out by Colorado State University, people who eat more beans have smaller waistlines and lose 7 pounds, on average, than those who eat beans less often.

Give up sugary drinks.

Regardless if it has ‘diet’ on the label or not - fizzy drinks aren’t good for you. According to a 2006 study carried out by Harvard researchers, sugar-sweetened beverages may be a key contributor to the epidemic of overweight and obesity. This is because they lead to low satiety, and incomplete compensation for total energy. Instead of sugary drinks, opt for smoothies and more water. If you feel bored with water, consider fruit-infused water.

Work out.

While diet is of major importance, working out is critical to losing weight. Opt for at least 2.5 hours of physical activity each week. If you have less time, high-intensity training is a better idea since it has long fat-burning effects but will only take several minutes each week.

Hope you get some good ideas here. Pick the strategy that speaks to you and give it a try. Who knows, it might be the weight loss solution you have been looking for!