Let’s face it, choosing a diet is a daunting task with so many options available. So try this philosophy instead. Read the diets with an open mind. Look for the types of diets that have desirable characteristics that you can adhere to. Remember, it’s all about you and success. If you can’t commit to the diet you select, then you’ve already failed.
Let’s look at some myths about diets before making a decision.
Myth #1- Some sugars are worse than other sugars. In fact, sugar is sugar; the carbohydrates in these sugars still spike insulin and increase blood sugar levels, resulting in increased appetite.
Myth #2- Fat is bad. Mistaken. Your body requires fat to maintain metabolism and energy. Choose fats from avocados, nuts and fish and olive oil. Avoid red meat, butter, and processed foods.
Myth #3- Carbohydrates make you gain weight. This may not be completely true. But familiarize yourself with the glycemic index and select carbohydrates from the lower end of the index. In this way, you will be able to more easily follow the selected diet and lose weight steadily.
Myth #4: Low-fat foods help you lose weight. It is the calories that help you lose weight. One pound of weight equals approximately 3,500 calories. So there is room for maneuver in your diet.
Myth #5: Eating at night gains weight. It’s what you eat—like buttered popcorn, cupcakes, chips, and bites of pizza—that packs on the pounds. So be aware of what you are consuming.
The next step in selecting a diet that’s right for you will require some work on your part, and that work is research. Compare those diets and review the strategies behind them. Every diet has a list of do’s and don’ts, a list of foods, and a strategy to follow. These are the nut soup of a healthy diet. Take a look at the physical requirements that accompany the diet. Honestly, exercise is synonymous with diet rather than the phrase “diet and exercise.”
Look at the menu and select three or four diets to focus on and investigate further. Do they have the snacks you enjoy or might enjoy? Is your comfort food on the list? Do you modify recipes for your favorite foods to include them in this diet? Make a list of the reserves you have, because that is where you make your diet selection.
Finally, familiarize yourself with the problems that diets don’t address. Issues such as the amounts of sugars in carbonated drinks, wheat and its detrimental effect on diets. Take a look at potatoes and the appetite spikes that can result. Many dieters blame the diet when the weight doesn’t come off, however there are many other hidden factors that are also to blame.
Now narrow down your contenders, adjust your pants accordingly, and set a date to start. With the proper research and self-education, you should have every expectation of a successful diet. Here is the weight loss for you.