Sure,\ndiet is a big part of weight gain, but it can also be influenced by\nyour dining habits. If you\u2019re turned off to the idea of skipping\ndesert to lose those few extra pounds, here are a few less\nrestrictive ways you can work towards weight management. <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Eating low-fat <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This may sound\ncounterintuitive at first, but hear us out. While you may save a few\n(yes, just a few) calories by going with the low-fat option, those\ncalories are likely replaced with carbohydrates that are no remedy\nfor hunger. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The truth is, your body\nneeds healthy fats. They assist in absorbing vitamins and also help\nus feel fuller longer. So, don\u2019t shy away from fat and instead go\nfor the healthy, natural sources like avocado. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Banking on free food <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Those complimentary loafs\nof bread, chips and salsa, and tiny bites may be free in cost, but\nthey\u2019re expensive in calories. It\u2019s actually possible that those\nappetizers carry more calories than your actual meal. Be honest with\nyourself, how often do you eat just one breadstick, or just a few\nchips? And then do you go on to eat dessert, too? When did it become\ncustomary to have a meal before your meal? Try to avoid going\noverboard with the freebies, and instead focus on your main dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Skipping Meals <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Foregoing a meal\nthroughout the day is a tactic many people use in an effort to lose\nweight. However, it can have the opposite effect on your weight. This\nis because skipping meals may lower metabolism and increase feelings\nof hunger. And, you\u2019re likely to overeat during your next meal and\neven make poorer health choices so stop skipping and instead have a\nhealthy bite. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Eating Fast <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You may be trapped for\ntime while trying to squeeze a lunch in during your busy day, but\neating is something to make time for. Some studies suggest that\npeople who eat their meals slowly consume about 66 fewer calories per\nmeal. This may not seem significant, but when you add it up over the\ncourse of a year, that could mean losing 20 pounds. Generally\nspeaking, your body requires 20 minutes to sense that you are full,\nso take that lunch break. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Multitasking during meals <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s easy to mindlessly snack while\nchecking things off your to-do list throughout the day. When you put\naside a designated time to eat, you\u2019re more aware of how much\nyou\u2019re eating and what you\u2019re eating. When you eat while focusing\non something else, you\u2019re less likely to keep track of what goes in\nyour mouth. Therefore, you end up eating more and also make poorer\nnutritional decisions. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Overloading on the protein <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Protein is considered the\nHoly Grail for muscle building among gym-goers. However, there is a\nlimit to the amount of protein your body actually needs. Protein is\noften stored as fat when it is consumed in excess. Don\u2019t believe\nus? Some research has suggested that those who ate high-protein diets\nhad a 90% increased risk for gaining more than 10% of their body\nweight. So, don\u2019t worry too much about protein powders and\nexpensive shakes. Get your protein from real food and trust that it\u2019s\nenough. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7. Using large plates <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Plate size is\nlinked to food intake and can influence the size of your belly. It\nmakes sense if you think about it. You can only fit so much food onto\nyour plate, so the bigger the plate, the more food you\u2019ll pile on. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8. Eat while looking at food <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This one is easy to avoid.\nIf you dine at a buffet or a restaurant with food on display, sit\nfacing away from the food. Some studies suggest that obese diners are\n15% more likely to sit in a seat with a clear view and path to the\nfood, so do the opposite. This will help you focus on what you\u2019re\neating and not on what you\u2019re going to eat next. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9. Cleaning your plate <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You were probably\ntaught to clear your plate from a young age by well-intended adults.\nWhat those adults weren\u2019t aware of, though, is the fact that\nclearing your plate may be linked to weight gain. Eat what you\u2019re\nhungry for and save the rest for tomorrow. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10. Not chewing enough <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Studies\nhave examined the relationship between weight gain and chewing\nhabits, and the results are worth paying attention to. In fact, some\nstudies have suggested that heavier individuals chew their food an\naverage of 11.9 times, while thinner individuals chew about 14.8\ntimes. Looks like it\u2019s time to start counting every bite. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news is, these\nhabits are easily avoidable and may even make your dining experience\nmore enjoyable. Try a few and let us know how they work for you!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Your diet may be as clean as a whistle, but if you\u2019re guilty of any of these 10 meal habits you may still be gaining weight. Here\u2019s how you\u2019re getting in the way of your own progress. Sure, diet is a big part of weight gain, but it can also be influenced by your dining […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":21,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-20","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n
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