Sure there are a ton of diets out there that give you all this scientific mumbo jumbo that you really do not understand. But there are actually really simple, easy and common sense ways that you can lose a few pounds and start your way to your weight loss target. Weight loss does not have to be as complex as some people make it and if you are looking for a few easy to follow general tips to lose weight then that is what I have for you today.

Want To Lose Weight? Eat Slowly

Far too many people eat like Homer Simpson at a free all you can eat buffet. But studies have shown that eating slower and taking the time to really taste and enjoy your food actually helps your weight loss. How? I can hear you ask. Well by eating slower your salvia has enzymes in it that starts the digestive process quicker than if you were to send your food to your stomach at 500 mph.

Stop Eating When You Are Full

Over eating and gigantic portions are one of the main course of the obesity epidemic many countries find themselves in. We have been told since we were children that we should not waste food and that we need to eat all that is on our plates that we still do it when we are adults. It on average takes you stomach 20 minutes to tell your brain when it’s full so that is 20 minutes of overeating your can do! Avoid this by stopping when you feel like you have had enough. Start to get in the habit of making smaller portions to avoid wasting food.

Skipping Meals Does Not Make You Lose Weight

Some people think that by missing breakfast or skipping lunch that they will start to lose weight. This is not always the case as your body will be lacking blood sugar and as a result you will be much more likely to give into hunger cravings and grab something unhealthy out of a vending machine.

Say No To Alcohol

I have had many people say that their weight loss really did not start until they cut alcohol out of it. That one glass of wine or one beer can often lead to more. Alcohol is just full of empty calories and it can put a stop to your weight loss pretty fast. Ask yourself is that glass of wine with dinner really worth it? Is that beer after work worth derailing your weight loss for?

Food High In Fiber Is Good

High fiber foods are awesome when you are trying to lose weight. The reason that they are so good for a person on a diet is that they release their energy slowly so they keep you going for longer and take away the need for mid-morning snacking. You feel full for much longer so a nice bowl of porridge is a great way to start your day and get you to lunch time without needing a snack in between.

Do Some Exercise

Having a healthy diet is great, but to really maximize your weight loss you need to do some form of exercise. Join a gym, do a home work out DVD, play a sport, no matter what it is doing some form of exercise will make you lose weight faster than just dieting alone will.

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