Eat Slow – There is some research that suggests eating  slowly can lead to people eating les. It is thought that by eating slowly the brain is fooled and thinks we have eaten more so helping to feel full by eating less. This Further research shows that by starting out at our normal eating rate then reducing it
Other research

Keep food out of sight – When it comes to eating less, out of sight is out of mind and ultimately out of stomach. An experiment conducted in an office environment showed that  Placing the chocolates on peoples desks as opposed to two metres away showed that staff would eat 6 more chocolates a day on average.  In another part of the experiment the chocolates were put in clear transparent jars and opaque clouded jars. The chocolates from the clear jars were eaten 46% quicker than those from the opaque jars.

Another research experiment discovered that the amount of food stockpiled in your house influences how much you are likely to eat. In households where there is a large stockpile of food the food was eaten twice as quickly.

Focus on your Food – Distraction at mealtimes and not paying attention to the food being eaten significantly increases the amount of food being eaten. For example when watching an engrossing movie we will eat more food. Activities such as watching TV and reading while eating can cause us to eat more because we are distracted from our food and the messages our bodies are sending us.

The Food Diary – Keeping a food diary can really help you lose weight. One study showed that those who kept a diary lost twice as much weight as those who didn’t . By keeping records of what we eat we become more aware of what we eat and cannot hide from the mistakes we make.

Regret is Good – Can’t get motivated to visit the gym? It has been found that if we spend a few moments imagining how much we would regret not going to the gym, we increase our motivation to do so.

Avoid Reflection – Another study also advises against exercising in front of a mirror. This can have a negative effect because it causes people to focus on their imperfect bodies. People who do, feel more exhausted and less revitalised, and this can do more harm than good.

However, it has been found that putting a mirror on a kitchen wall can help you lose weight and eat more healthily. The theory behind this is that you become more aware of your body, although I think it has more to do with the fact that you will be looking yourself in the eye when you go for an unhealthy snack.

Beware the Diet Packs – Small diet packs of sweets or crisps can be a bad idea for weight loss. This is because people will often eat more of these foods than they would normally. Because they are labeled “diet” packs many people assume they are healthy and turn off their self-control to some extent.

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Here is my review of the “Every Other Day Diet” by Jon Benson

After months of putting off going on a diet or some sort of weight loss plan the time had come for me to actually commit, take action and start losing weight. But first I needed to find a reliable weight loss program or diet which I could stick to and which actually works. As you may know, there are a ton of lose weight programs out there and many different theories about what you should or shouldn’t do to lose weight

I checked out the online home pages of many diet and lose weight programs out there to see what they had to offer. I wanted to try and find “one” that would be ideal for me, rather than just buy the most popular or the one which made the biggest claims. I also want to lose weight fast and be able to keep it off.

Of all the weight loss programs on the market that I looked at, a few stood out more than the others. One of these was the “Every Other Day Diet” by Jon Benson. I watched the video on the home page and what he was talking about seemed to make sense based on what I had been reading about losing weight, so I got a copy of the course eager to find out more.

The main e-book was very interesting, to the point and easy to read. The basic concept behind the diet is pretty simple:

The diet is divided into two types of day: Burn days and Feed days.

On Burn days you eat a basic low calorie, moderate carbohydrate and high protein diet with plenty of vegetables.

On Feed days you stick to the same basic diet as above but you add an extra meal of your choosing, this can be anything you desire although not in unlimited quantity.

This is designed to overcome one of the big problems related to dieting and weight loss: if you cut your calories by a significant amount over a sustained period your body can go into “starvation mode” and the body can actually start to store fat. It also overcomes the problem some people have when they try to deny themselves their favorite foods and become bored with the diet

My Verdict.

Having tried the diet there are many good points and I will be incorporating some of the suggestions into my weight loss plan. But ultimately I could see myself having a few problems with this diet long term. I could see where I would have trouble sticking to it. This is not a reflection on the quality and validity of the diet program, but on my own personal preferences.

The good points:

The fundamental concept of the diet I have found to be very sound. The idea that we need to vary our calorie intake day by day rather than stay on a low calorie diet day by day makes good sense.

There is no calorie counting if you stick to the plan.

There are different plans for different people depending on your lifestyle, your level of experience with dieting and how much weight you want to lose.

If you do get tempted by a food or get a craving on a Burn day, you know that you can eat what you desire on the next day.

Why it was not exactly for me.

I tend to prefer complex meals and a lot of variety and this diet was a bit rigid for me most of the time. Even accounting for the days when you could eat whatever you wanted (this was only for one meal at mid day). Also, I tend not to get cravings for convenience foods like burgers and pizza too often. When I do eat junk or convenience foods it is more out of laziness. For example instead of preparing a healthy lunch for myself before going to work, I would buy whatever was around which was usually things like sandwiches, burgers, fried chicken etc.

However, I have learned a lot from reading the e-book (and by trying this diet program) and I will stick to some of the ideas, but just mixed things up a bit.

So, to sum things up, this diet gets my recommendation, but only for the right person:

If you have been following a low calorie diet but seeing poor results, this diet could be the new approach you need.

If you genuinely get cravings for foods such as Pizza, burgers, chips etc. and these have lead you astray when following other diets then this program would let you eat certain foods without feeling guilty and feeling like you have failed when you give into temptation. You could even turn the foods you like into rewards every other day for sticking with the diet.

If you like simple foods, do not really like cooking and preparing meals and want a simple straightforward plan. There is only one full meal you need to do yourself everyday.

So, if you are interested in finding out, more watch the video on the diet home page by Clicking Here.

(The link above is an affiliate link so I would get some money if you bought after visiting the page above from my website, however there is 60 day refund if you are not 100% happy)

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Many of the foods listed below are there because they are good at keeping you feeling full for longer and reducing feelings of hunger. Trying to lose weight when you are constantly hungry is a losing battle, so it is always good to have foods which you can fill up on and which keep you full for longer.

1. Water – Yes, I know it is not a food, but drinking the right amount of water is vital for losing weight. If your body becomes dehydrated the brain can often misinterpret the signals and make you feel hungry, when all you really need is a glass or two of water. It has also been recommended to drink water before a meal rather than during or after, as this

2 Nuts. – Non roasted/non salted nuts, especially almonds, are a good food to eat as a snack between meals. They are high in nutrients and protein. Although they should still be eaten in moderation

3 Eggs. – Eggs can be a good part of a healthy diet. Even though they are regarded as high in cholesterol, eaten in moderation, they can be a good part of your diet. They are high in Protein and have around 72 calories and can provide a filling breakfast.

4 Green Beans – I’m sure you know that most vegetables are really good for you, but these are good for making you feel full for longer

5 Soup. – Research has shown that eating soup keeps us feeling full for longer. This is because soup actually stays in our stomach longer than if

6 oats. – As well as being a whole grain food, oats are well known for releasing sugar into the body slowly. Because of this you would not get the highs and lows of blood sugar which can occur when eating other starchy, carbohydrate rich foods.

7 Turkey. – turkey breast meat has about half the calories and one ninth of the fat gram for gram than chicken breast meat. However chicken meat does have more protein.

8 Grapefruit. – Research has shown that the adding grapefruit to your diet can help you lose weight researchers speculate that grapefruit has chemical properties that reduce insulin levels and promote weight loss.

9 Salmon. – Oily fish like Salmon and Mackerel are one of the best sources of “good” fats: Omega 3 fatty acids. These help regulate insulin They are also a good source of protein

10 Dark Chocolate. – Can be one of the better ways to quell a craving for sweet foods, if eaten in moderation. In fact it is not as easy to eat large amounts of dark chocolate because it is so rich. It contains less calories and less fat than milk chocolate and is also full of beneficial antioxidants.

These are just some of the foods, based on my own research into the area, which may benefit you in your efforts to lose weight. If you know of any other good ones please leave a comment.

*NOTE: Before making any significant dietary changes, always consult your doctor or a qualified nutritionist.

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The reason for this is because:

A, we need to find a weight loss plan that WORKS, and:

B, because we are all different. We have different reasons for wanting to lose weight, we have different challenges and. Some weight loss plans and diets suit different people.

There are more diet and weight loss programs around today than ever before, and this can be confusing. However on the positive side this means that this means that there are more options available. Many weight loss programs today not only cover what you should eat but also include exercise plans, detox advice and mindset advice.

Different people may need to focus on different areas. Some people may need help finding the right exercise plan, others may need more help with the food side of things and others may need help with mindset issues and the psychological side of sticking to a diet. Different weight loss programs may focus more attention on one of the areas mentioned above, so if you need help with a certain aspect of losing weight, there is likely to be a weight loss program out there which will be a better option for you. Reading the promotional material will give a decent guide to what the program will be like, but most reputable programs will come with a money back guarantee, so if you choose one that on reflection is not right for you then you can get a refund.

Some questions to ask yourself when choosing a weight loss plan include:

Does the diet or weight loss plan have a good track record?

If it has been on the market for a long time and is still selling well, then there is a good chance that it is reliable. If there are a number of positive reviews about the program, then that is another good sign.

Is it sustainable?

Does the diet look like something you could stick to long term? Or is it a “fad” diet. Although you may want to lose weight fast you will also want to keep it off. One of the problems with some diets which claim to help you lose weight fast is that the weight you lose is actually water from your body. This can have a really negative effect as dehydration is one of the main causes of hunger. Sometimes when we feel hungry we are actually thirsty, so weight loss due to dehydration can cause us to feel even more hungry which leads to food cravings. This then makes sticking to the diet more difficult.

Is it practical?

Does the weight loss program fit in with your day to day life? Some plans require you to stick to a strict schedule which may not fit into family or job commitments. Also, will it be something that could fit in with the dietary needs of other members of your household? If you are eating different food from the rest of your family on a regular basis, then problems could easily arise.

There are several good weight loss plans out there and spending a little time choosing one that suits your needs, lifestyle and personality can greatly increase your chances of success.

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