Every woman hopes to have a good figure, and many have been working hard towards it. Many women have been distressed about losing weight, through methods like dieting, drinking weight loss tea, exercising, etc., often with less than ideal results or even harm to their bodies. With the arrival of spring, shedding the bulky winter clothing and donning cooler attire reveals the state of one’s figure. If you don’t start losing weight soon, those beautiful clothes might not fit you anymore. In fact, there are specific times of the day when one is most prone to gaining weight, and if these times are avoided, losing weight might become easier.
Here are 5 key times of the day when weight gain is most likely, and if managed well, losing weight is not so difficult:
1. Breakfast Time
In today’s fast-paced life with high work pressure, many people rush through breakfast or even skip it to catch up on sleep in the morning before hurrying off to work. Some mistakenly believe that skipping breakfast or eating very little helps in not gaining weight, which is wrong. Mornings are when metabolism is at its peak, so skipping breakfast can lead to intense hunger pangs, lack of focus in the morning, overeating at lunch, and ultimately weight gain. Therefore, no matter how busy or tired, it’s important to develop a habit of going to bed and waking up early, have a nutritious breakfast with a balanced mix of foods, promote good health, and even do some light exercise before eating, aiding in rapid fat burning.
2. One to two hours before Lunch
Many people have fast digestion and tend to feel hungry shortly after starting work, around 10 am, which isn’t quite mealtime. They may then snack on high-calorie foods like bread or biscuits, which can lead to consuming excess calories, increased blood sugar, fat accumulation, and difficulty in not gaining weight. If feeling too hungry, opt for fruits high in dietary fiber like apples instead.
3. 3-4 PM
This time slot, similar to the hour before lunch, falls between meals and is another period where it’s easy to feel hungry and gain weight. Eating during this time can lead to weight gain. When feeling the urge to eat, it’s advisable to get up and move around to control cravings and try not to eat, or if necessary, opt for high-fiber, low-calorie, low-fat foods like walnuts or kiwi.
4. After Exercise
We know that exercise burns calories, aiding in weight loss. However, post-exercise, one may feel hungry. At this point, drinking some water to rehydrate, then consuming a moderate amount of high-protein, high-fiber foods like eggs or milk half an hour after exercising is suitable. Overeating or consuming high-calorie foods after exercise may lead to weight gain rather than weight loss.
5. Before Bedtime after Dinner
Many people tend to have a late-night snack before sleeping. If opting for sleep-promoting foods like dried fruits or milk, this can aid in sleep and not lead to weight gain. However, consuming foods like instant noodles or BBQ can burden the body, causing fat accumulation and weight gain. Additionally, dinner should not be too late as late-night eating hinders digestion and may lead to weight gain. Generally, try to avoid eating after 9 PM.
If you don’t start losing weight in March, you’ll regret it in April! It’s time to shed the winter weight and strive for a better figure. Let’s work hard together for a beautiful body!
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