Portion Sizes – Distorted?
Our portion sizes have sneakily become distorted over the last couple of decades.
Do you have a good understanding of portion sizes?
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Were you shocked at your results? Were you shocked at how hard you have to work to burn a few calories?
The average adult should be consuming between 2000 (women) – 2500 (men) calories a day. This will vary according to your height and age. The reality is that many people are consuming far more calories than their bodies need.
So what’s the big deal? The big deal is extra calories means extra fat, which could potential lead to health problems. Unfortunately the age old dreaded formula of calories in equals calories out is true. If you want to maintain your weight keep them the same, to decrease your weight you need to create a deficit.
Watch this VIDEO to understand what a portion size should look like.
You may be thinking that you can’t live off of a portion size, they’re too small! That’s part of the problem; we’ve been so programmed to think BIG. It will take time to adjust to smaller portions and you may even feel a few hunger pains. It’s ok! I’m not talking about starving yourself but when we say ‘I’m starving!’ Are we really? There is a difference between feeling hungry and starving…it’s time to accept and understand the difference.
Does this mean you need to start a crash diet? No way!
Simply cutting out between 300-500 calories a day can result in losing 1-2 pounds a week. It may not sound like much but if you’re looking to lose weight and keep it off then 5-10 pounds a month is brilliant.
Be careful however, as cutting too many calories won’t have the same positive benefit. Losing too much too fast due to extreme dieting is asking for trouble. As well as cutting out calories you need to be sure to consume the right kinds of calories. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables for vitamins and minerals, good fats and lean protein with every meal.
It’s time to accept that there aren’t quick fixes. The wining formula is train smart, eat healthy, drink water and keep stress levels low.
Click HERE to calculate how many calories your body needs each day to maintain your current weight.
Remember as you make progress your caloric intake will change, remember to do the calculation every couple of weeks.
Health & Happiness
Always consult your health professional before embarking on a new diet or exercise program.
