Do you still feel hungry and not satisfied after eating?
Have you avoided trying to lose weight because you're afraid of feeling hungry all the time?
If so, you are not alone.
Many people give up on weight loss because they feel deprived and hungry when they eat less. But there is another way!!
Aim for a slow, steady weight loss by decreasing calorie intake while maintaining an adequate nutrient intake and increasing physical activity. You can cut calories without eating less nutritious food.
The key is to eat foods that will fill you up without eating a large amount of calories.
People get full by the amount of food they eat, not the number of calories they take in.
You can cut calories in your favorite foods by lowering the amount of fat and or increasing the amount of fiber-rich ingredients, such as vegetables or fruit.
Example:
Macaroni and Cheese
Original recipe uses whole milk, butter, and full-fat cheese with about 540 calories in one serving - 1 cup.
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Here's how to remake this recipe with fewer calories and less fat:
- Use 2 cups non-fat milk instead of 2 cups whole milk.
- Use 8 ounces light cream cheese instead of 2 and 1/4 cups full-fat cheddar cheese.
- Use 1 tablespoon butter instead of 2, or use 2 tablespoons of soft trans-fat free margarine.
- Add about 2 cups of fresh spinach and 1 cup diced tomatoes (or any other veggie you like).
You can eat the same amount of mac and cheese with 225 fewer calories.
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