Avoiding Obesity with Portion Control

It is not just what we eat, but how much we eat that affects our BMI and weight. Unhealthy eating habits such as eating large portions can play a profound role in our body weight and the development of obesity. Portion control is essential to weight loss. Of course eating healthily is vital, but even that can be dangerous if you consume too many calories. Obesity is currently at worrying levels for both adults and children and it is time that we buck the trend. We’ve put together a few helpful tips to assist you with avoiding obesity with portion control. Take a look below! Smaller Meals Many of us are in a bad habit of eating two or three large meals a day and nothing else. There are several reasons that we should avoid doing this and eat small and often instead. By doing this you will avoid becoming hungry and overeating. Another reason why you should not eat too much is that you will after feel sluggish and sleepy because your body will be struggling to digest all that food. Therefore, stop eating at a moment where you feel full but would go for one more portion. You will see that after waiting 15 minutes you will even feel fuller and will be happy that you did not go for an extra filling. Snack regularly on nutritious whole grain foods to avoid unwanted hunger and eat 5 to 6 small meals a day. This will also help you to keep consistent blood sugar levels throughout the day and avoid peaks and low turns in energy. Split Meals Often we serve up meals or are served a dish ...
Source: Mental Nurse - Category: Nurses Authors: Tags: Health and Fitness Source Type: blogs