Lose Weight Naturally: The Golden Rules!

Eat Intelligently

The key to success? At the end of the day, it is all about what is on your plate. But we are not suggesting you to follow a restrictive and monotonous diet – though it might produce rapid weight loss, you will almost certainly put it back on again. On the contrary, eating intelligently is about getting pleasure from good food in healthy portions. It is about prioritizing foods with a low glycemic index (whole grains, pulses, oilseeds, dairy products, etc.) as they provide beneficial nutrients without tipping the scales; fruit and vegetables for their high fiber content, antioxidants and vitamins; and lean meat and fish for their protein content which helps maintain lean muscle mass.

Weight Loss Action Plan

• Eat one piece of fruit + one large portion of vegetables + one source of grains (or wholemeal pasta or rice)/pulses + 100-120g meat at each meal.
• Prioritize low GI foods.
• Eat very little sugar and saturated fat (cakes, sweets, charcuterie, fried food, etc.).
• Serve food on small dishes (a bowl or dessert plate) and do not go back for more.

Put Faith in the Right Plants and Herbs

Plants as well as fruits and vegetables can be a godsend to slimming regimes because of their diuretic, draining, and appetite-reducing effects. So when it comes to watching your figure, which are your very best friends? On the fruit and vegetable front, it is artichokes, chicory, apples, and grapefruit, while the best plants are dandelion, rosemary, guarana, and ash. By incorporating these fruits and vegetables into your eating plan and supplementing with these herbs, you will slim down more easily and durably.

Weight Loss Action Plan

• Make sure the menu regularly includes 'slimming' fruits and vegetables.
• Drink tisanes or beverages containing 'slimming' plants or herbs.
• Put trust in weight management solutions.

Take Your Time

Time is a key element in any weight loss plan. The more gradually we lose our excess kilos, the more likely it is they will stay off. This is a question of physiology; we know that when we lose weight too fast (by eating a very low calorie diet), we put it straight back on again. A good rate of weight loss is 2 kilos a month. It is also important not to rush when eating a meal. It takes 20 minutes for sensors in the stomach to send satiety signals to the brain. If we eat too quickly, we risk eating more than we need.

Weight Loss Action Plan

• Weigh once a month, no more.
• Set the table properly and enjoy the meal without distractions (television, computer).
• Put the fork down between each mouthful and chew slowly.

Drink Enough Fluids

If you do not drink enough fluids (between 1.5 and 2.5 liters a day depending on activity levels) and if your diet does not contain enough fruit and vegetables, your body’s draining functions will not be activated.

Weight Loss Action Plan

• Always carry a bottle of water.
• Routinely drink a large glass of water with every meal.
• Eat fruits and vegetables with a high water content (cucumber, courgettes, watermelon, pears, etc.).