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The biggest “stumbling block” on the road to weight loss, what do you think it is? Some people think it’s family and friends, while others think it’s the variety of snacks right in front of them…
When idle, there’s always an urge to snack, which uplifts the mood, but unknowingly leads to weight gain, even turning oneself into a “chubby baby.”
During weight loss, it’s not advisable to indulge in high-calorie “snacks,” but some snacks have powerful fat-burning effects, making you slimmer as you munch. Let’s see if you also love them.
Which “snacks” help burn fat? Dieters can enjoy and gradually reduce weight to the two-digit mark
1. Fruits
Most fruits are low-calorie, healthy, and delicious, making them the top choice for dieters. Low in calories, high in water content, rich in dietary fiber, providing a strong sense of fullness, while supplying the body with essential vitamins and minerals, all without any burden.
Fruits have a beautifying effect, such as blueberries, kiwis, grapefruits, oranges, containing abundant anthocyanins and other nutrients, eliminating free radicals in the body, leaving the skin fairer and smoother, and the weight dropping to two digits.
Consistently consuming fruits daily aids in weight loss and skin rejuvenation, so dieters can easily replace snacks with fruits, which are more effective for weight loss than freshly squeezed fruit juices.
2. Yogurt
Rich in protein, yogurt offers strong satiety, suppresses appetite, aiding in weight loss and slimming down. The calcium in yogurt triggers the production of “calcitriol” in the body when there is insufficient calcium, hindering fat burning.
The plethora of probiotics in yogurt helps balance intestinal flora, promote intestinal peristalsis, accelerate metabolism and toxin elimination, fostering a lean physique, and reducing weight to two digits.
If you find fruits overwhelming, consider pairing yogurt with fruits to create a refreshing combination! Opt for plain yogurt without sugar or with minimal added sugar; if unsweetened yogurt is unpalatable, add natural sweeteners.
3. Pickled Products
The primary reason why snacks are high in calories and lead to obesity is the excessive addition of oils and seasonings. However, pickled products contain minimal to no fats, are moderately low in calories, hence can be enjoyed in moderation.
Examples include pickled peppers, pickled bamboo shoots, pickled enoki mushrooms, which are spicy and elevate basal metabolism, inducing frequent water intake, inadvertently facilitating the removal of body toxins and waste.
Although the calories and fat content of pickled products are low, their salt content is high. Therefore, consume in moderation, increase daily water intake, and prevent any occurrence of body bloating.
4. Seaweed
Seaweed is a low-calorie, high-fiber food; 20 grams of dried seaweed contain merely 30 kilocalories. Seaweed is rich in B vitamins, essential for fat burning, and also abundant in potassium and dietary fiber, which aid in excess water elimination, effectively reducing body edema and combating hunger by promoting intestinal movement and alleviating constipation.
The significant iodine content in seaweed can prevent cellular carcinogenesis and delay aging, improving skin condition. Apart from selecting appropriate snacks during weight loss, cultivating good habits further accelerates fat burning, allowing gradual weight reduction and a slimmer figure.
During the weight loss process, abandoning four habits also boosts basal metabolism:
1. Irregular Eating
Nowadays, irregular eating has become prevalent among office workers, skipping breakfast, hastily consuming lunch, and indulging in hearty dinners. This disrupts the body’s basal metabolism.
Irregular eating leads to extended intervals between meals, resulting in increased likelihood of binge eating during prolonged fasting periods. The ideal meal interval should be around 4-6 hours between two meals.
2. Inadequate Hydration
The body’s activities require water involvement for proper nutrient absorption and digestion. Numerous nutrients are effectively absorbed and digested only with water’s participation. Prolonged inadequate hydration diminishes metabolic speed, leading to decreased metabolic efficiency.
Studies reveal that consuming 500 milliliters of water boosts metabolism by 30% within 10 minutes, reaching its peak in 30-40 minutes and maintaining for 2-3 hours. Drinking ample water is the most effective method to enhance basal metabolism. It’s recommended to intake 1500-2000 milliliters of water daily to promote metabolism, strengthen the body, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
3. Prolonged Inactivity
Prolonged sitting without movement is a common issue among many people, whether employed or students, spending the entire day seated halts muscle activity, gradually reducing basal metabolism, impeding blood circulation, and facilitating fat accumulation in the lower body.
During work or study, it’s advised to engage in activity every 60-90 minutes, such as walking, stretching, alleviating fatigue, and stabilizing metabolism. Engaging in over 40 minutes of daily exercise, whether at the gym or outdoor, enhances basal metabolism, aiding in weight loss, building a stronger body, and achieving a more perfect body shape.
4. Late Nights/Insufficient Sleep
Staying up late increases opportunities for late-night snacking and elevates the risk of nocturnal eating. Inadequate sleep reduces leptin levels, escalating the next day’s appetite, making it challenging to control calorie intake. Sleep deprivation lowers metabolic rate, deteriorates mental status, and decreases calorie expenditure, leading to a fuller figure.
Staying up late significantly diminishes basal metabolism; ensuring sufficient sleep maintains hormone stability, strengthens the body, and secures 7-8 hours of restful sleep before 11 p.m., supporting metabolic functioning, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
