| It’s the Little Things. Small Changes You Can Make to Your Lifestyle That Will Make You Healthier By Amanda Leighty | 
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| Even the smallest changes to your diet and routine can help you become a healthier person. The experts at FIT Weight Loss & More (http://www.fitweightlossandmore.com/) have compiled a list of little habits that will add up. Co-owner Stephanie Jansen noted that, “While these little habits will positively impact your health regardless, if you combine them with our medical weight loss program, you’ll be unstoppable!” Start with salad: When you start your meal with a salad, you will eat less during the rest of the meal. Note that this step is pointless if you drown your salad in high-calorie dressing and a mountain of croutons. Stand when you can: You burn 40 more calories per hour when you’re standing than when sitting, so whenever possible, stand up. |
| Be mindful of your beverage calories: Stephanie points out that, “Your morning coffee concoction could have as many calories as your lunch, and those cans of Coke during the day add up!” Sleep more: Some studies have shown that people who sleep less are more likely to be overweight. A lack of sleep has all sorts of negative effects on your body, so getting a good night’s rest is really important. |  |
| Keep a food diary: Co-owner Glenda Cato suggests that all of their clients keep a food diary. She says, “You’re more aware of everything you’re putting into your body, and it’s been shown to be the best predictor of weight loss.” Be smart about eating out: Studies have shown that restaurant meals have up to 60% more calories than food made at home. Stephanie suggests that, “If you eat out, make healthy choices. Choose chicken or fish, not beef; steamed veggies, not fries or a baked potato.” |
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| Replace one drink at a time with water: Not only is water the best beverage for you to drink, your body can mistake thirst for hunger, so keeping hydrated may also help keep you feeling full. Calm down: Stress eating and emotional eating are incredibly common weight loss downfalls. Avoid the kitchen, and do some yoga, meditate, clear your mind, write in a diary, or take up kick-boxing. Finding a new way to de-stress allows you to eat only when you’re hungry, not every time you’ve got something weighing on your mind. |
| Glenda points out that, “Part of the FIT Weight Loss program is learning new positive behaviors to replace the bad habits that negatively affect your health. Not only does this help you lose weight; it helps you enjoy every moment of your life more fully.” |
| Eat more lean protein and fresh fruits and vegetables: This step doesn’t need explanation; like Nike says, “Just do it.” Eat slowly: When you eat slowly you eat less and you feel fuller. By eating slowly, you allow your body to adjust to the food you’re eating and send you a signal when you’re full. When you eat quickly, your body doesn’t have time to send that signal until you’ve likely already overeaten. | 
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| While these changes will make you a healthier person, it’s unlikely that merely incorporating them will allow you to reach your personal weight loss goals. If you truly want to reach your weight loss goals and you need a little inspiration along the way, Stephanie, Glenda, and the medical staff at FIT Weight Loss and More offer a medically supervised weight loss and health program that can help you! |
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FIT Co-owner, Stephanie Jansen | Visit: http://www.fitweightlossandmore.com/ Or give them a call at (850) 385-1105 Inspiration Starts Here Read More Inspirational Weight Loss Stories Here! |
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