A weight loss method suitable for small calorie counts; persistence is victory!
1. Drink plenty of water
2000ml per day is not too much; drink water when your mouth feels bland, and drink water when you’re hungry or craving! You will truly see the weight drop! Try to drink more during the day and avoid drinking water after nine in the evening. It’s essential to have breakfast; keep it light, and avoid overly processed foods like fried dough sticks, pastries, fried rice, and such.
The structure of breakfast: a cup of soy milk, one egg, and a portion of pure, clean carbohydrates.
2. Use a small bowl for meals
I don’t eat fat-reducing meals; I can’t eat boiled vegetables and won’t go on a diet. Just avoiding fatty meats and snacks is enough. Occasionally, I’ll order takeout; if it’s meal-type food, I rinse it with water when eating as takeout tends to be oily. If I have spicy hot pot, I’ll stick to a purely vegetarian soup. I don’t like to sit after eating; I must stand or at least move around for twenty minutes to avoid bloating. I also generally don’t like sitting for long periods.
3. Break through the plateau
After losing a few pounds, there can be a period where it’s hard to lose more weight; this is normal. At this time, it’s necessary to adjust your diet structure and boost your metabolism! Aim for at least 500g of vegetables (preferably leafy ones) at every meal. Eat vegetables first, then protein, and finally carbohydrates. You should eat at least two pounds of vegetables daily; I’ve gotten used to it, and if I skip veggies in a meal, I feel off. If you have slow metabolism like I do, you can buy high-fiber probiotics to mix with water for a smooth cleanse; this can help get you past the plateau quickly.
4. During the menstrual period
Before the menstrual period, there can be cravings for sweets; it’s okay to indulge a bit, but control the amount. Don’t think that eating a lot during this time won’t lead to weight gain!
5. About exercise
Weight loss is 30% exercise and 70% diet. It’s fully possible to lose weight just through diet. I simply don’t love exercising, so those who don’t like to exercise shouldn’t force themselves, but remember: eat more and move more, eat less and move less. If you’ve eaten very little today, don’t get up early to exercise. Eating less and moving more can harm your metabolism. However, if you’ve eaten more today, don’t just give up; a bit of appropriate exercise can also help burn off the excess.
6. Mindset is very important
Keep a relaxed mindset; be happy while losing weight. Don’t give up when you hit a plateau; everyone experiences it. Focus on boosting your metabolism, find methods that work for you, and stick with it; you will definitely see good results!
