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Curb hunger pangs
Being on a diet is never easy but what makes matters worse is the nagging feeling of being hungry all the time.
Being on a diet is never easy but what makes matters worse is the nagging feeling of being hungry all the time. You feel highly irritable and anxious, and end up binging. But, here’s a simple solution to control your appetite and watch that waistline.
Freedom from hunger pangs
* In order to curb incessant hunger pangs, make sure that you drink a lot of water before your meals because water tends to make you feel full. This way you will eat less and complement your weight loss plan.
* Eat fresh fruits and vegetables – they are low in carbohydrates and contain less calories. Avoid foods high in sugar and salt content. Cut down on red meat consumption as well to lose weight.
* Consult your dietician before taking fibre tablets. These tablets fill you up and reduce hunger pangs.
* Never skip breakfast. Eat breakfast rich in complex-carbohydrates and low on fat and protein. That will help you stave off snack attacks throughout the day.
*Choose healthy fats like olive oil. Supplement your meal with vegetarian, low-glycemic proteins like sprouted mung chaat, peanuts and roasted chana.
* Stay away from sugary snacks and simple carbohydrates like sticky buns, cakes and donuts. If you eat them, your blood sugar will initially soar and then crash. That will lead to irritation, anxiety and hunger pangs.
* Don’t cut your calories too drastically. It will slow down your metabolism and you will be plagued with hunger all the time.
