Weight loss might feel overwhelming, and sometimes it can be hard toknow where to start.
Luckily, we have recipes and tips to help you reach your goals.
When it comes to weight loss, food quality is key.
Diana Chistruga
So what are you waiting for?
Get started with the weight-loss tips below.
It can be helpful to think of your calorie goal as a range rather than a strict number.
(Note: If you calculate a number less than 1,200 calories, follow the 1,200-calorie weight-loss plan.)
In a 2019 study published inJMIR mHealth and uHealth,participants who consistently tracked their food lost weight.
Use a food journal or an app like MyFitnessPal or Lose It.
They deliver fiber, which helps you feel full with fewer calories.
In fact, fiber might be thebest food to help you lose weight according to dietitians.
Get the benefits by eating more of thesefiber-rich foods that do the weight-loss work for you.
Including a little in every meal or snack will help you feel full longer.
If you’re having just a salad for lunch, top it off with a protein-rich food.
Try grilled chicken or salmon, eggs, baked tofu or beans.
Stack your snacks with protein, too.
Have some peanut butter on your apple or a little cottage cheese with your fruit.
It’s smart to spread your calories throughout the day to stave off hunger.
Including a healthy snack or two will keep you satisfied between meals.
For ideas, check out thesesatisfying 100-calorie snack recipes.
If you have a sweet tooth, look for options that fit within your overall calorie count.
