Top 10 Weight Loss Tips (Part 1)

While there are many ways to lose fat, in my world as a holistic nutritionist counting calories in/ calories out isn’t really what it’s all about. There is a certain balance of energy needed, but there are many factors which affect how we gain weight and keep it on. It is about lifestyle changes rather than a temporary “diet” which may be successful in the short term, but doesn’t address how to live after the diet is over. Here are 5 of the top 10 for today’s blog. You don’t have to adopt all of them at once, but the more you apply to your life the more success you’ll have making long lasting changes to your body’s fat composition. Small changes will get you started on a path to a healthier, slimmer you. There are other interconnected ways as well, which I will touch on as we go.


1. Power up with #Protein

Protein is the macronutrient that helps build and repair our tissues, assists in metabolism (fat-burning), builds important substances like enzymes, blood, hormones and antibodies, and it helps keep our blood sugar balanced thereby reducing cravings. Pair some protein with your carbohydrates to create this blood sugar balancing effect. Many of us don’t get enough protein in our diets and that is to our detriment both for our energy levels and our waistline. Make sure to choose good quality meat, fish, poultry, eggs, or if you prefer more vegetarian fare, combinations of beans and grains, nuts, seeds and lots of low starch veggies.