Not all body fat is the same

Where you carry your fat matters.  The health risks are greater if you tend to carry your weight around your abdomen, as opposed to your hips and thighs.  A lot of belly fat is stored deep below the skin surrounding the abdominal organs and liver, and is closely linked to insulin resistance and diabetes
Soft drinks are a huge source of calories in many people's diets.  One can of soda contains between 10-12 teaspoons of sugar and around 150 calories, so a few soft drinks can quickly add up to a good portion of your daily calorie intake.

Switching to diet soda isn't the answer either, as studies suggest that it triggers sugar cravings and contributes to weight gain.  Instead, try switching to water with lemon, unsweetened iced tea, or carbonated water with a splash of juice.
Try not to think of certain foods as “off limits.”

When you ban certain foods or food groups, it is natural to want those foods more, and then feel like a failure if you give in to temptation.  Instead of denying yourself the unhealthy foods you love, simply eat them less often.
Most of us should eat more starchy foods: try to include at least one starchy food with each main meal.  Some people think starchy foods are fattening, but gram for gram they contain fewer than half the calories of fat.  Learn more in Starchy foods .
Eat lots of fruit and veg
It's recommended that we eat at least five portions of different types of fruit and veg a day.  It's easier than it sounds.  A glass of 100% unsweetened fruit juice can count as one portion, and vegetables cooked into dishes also count.  Why not chop a banana over your breakfast cereal, or swap your usual mid-morning snack for some dried fruit?  Learn more in 5 A DAY .
Eat more fish
Fish is a good source of protein and contains many vitamins and minerals.  Aim for at least two portions a week, including at least one portion of oily fish.  Oily fish is high in omega-3 fats, which may help to prevent heart disease.  You can choose from fresh, frozen and canned; but remember that canned and smoked fish can be high in salt.  Oily fish include salmon, mackerel, trout, herring, fresh tuna, sardines and pilchards.  Non-oily fish include haddock, plaice, coley, cod, tinned tuna, skate and hake.  Anyone who regularly eats a lot of fish should try to choose as wide a variety as possible.
Cut down on saturated fat and sugar
We all need some fat in our diet.  But it's important to pay attention to the amount and type of fat we're eating.  There are two main types of fat: saturated and unsaturated.  Too much saturated fat can increase the amount of cholesterol in the blood, which increases your risk of developing heart disease.  Saturated fat is found in many foods, such as hard cheese, cakes, biscuits, sausages, cream, butter, lard and pies.  Try to cut down, and choose foods that contain unsaturated rather than saturated fats, such as vegetable oils, oily fish and avocados.  For a healthier choice, use a just a small amount of vegetable oil or reduced fat spread instead of butter, lard or ghee.  When you're having meat, choose lean cuts and cut off any visible fat.  Learn more, and get tips on cutting down, in Eat less saturated fat .

Most people in the UK eat and drink too much sugar.  Sugary foods and drinks, including alcoholic drinks, are often high in calories, and could contribute to weight gain.  They can also cause tooth decay, especially if eaten between meals.  Cut down on sugary fizzy drinks, alcoholic drinks, cakes, biscuits and pastries, which contain added sugars: this is the kind of sugar we should be cutting down on rather than sugars that are found naturally in foods such as fruit and milk.  Food labels can help: use them to check how much sugar foods contain.  More than 15g of sugar per 100g means that the food is high in sugar.  Learn more in Sugars .
Eat less salt
Even if you don't add salt to your food, you may still be eating too much.  About three-quarters of the salt we eat is already in the food we buy, such as breakfast cereals, soups, breads and sauces.  Eating too much salt can raise your blood pressure.  People with high blood pressure are more likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke.  Use food labels to help you cut down.  More than 1.5g of salt per 100g means the food is high in salt.  Adults and children over 11 should eat no more than 6g of salt a day.  Younger children should have even less.  Learn more in Salt: the facts .
Get active and be a healthy weight
Eating a healthy, balanced diet plays an important part in maintaining a healthy weight, which is an important part of overall good health.  Being overweight or obese can led to health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, heart disease and stroke.  Being underweight could also affect your health.  Check whether you're a healthy weight by using our Healthy weight calculator .  Most adults need to lose weight, and need to eat fewer calories in order to do this.  If you're trying to lose weight, aim to eat less and be more active.  Eating a healthy, balanced diet will help: aim to cut down on foods that are high in fat and sugar, and eat plenty of fruit and vegetables.  Don't forget that alcohol is also high in calories, so cutting down can help you to control your weight.  You can find information and advice to help in Lose weight .  If you're underweight, see Underweight adults .  If you're worried about your weight, ask your GP or a dietitian for advice.

Physical activity can help you to maintain weight loss or be a healthy weight.  Being active doesn't have to mean hours at the gym: you can find ways to fit more activity into your daily life.  For example, try getting off the bus one stop early on the way home from work, and walking.  Being physically active may help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes.  For more ideas, see Get active your way .  After getting active, remember not to reward yourself with a treat that is high in calories.  If you feel hungry after activity choose foods or drinks that are lower in calories but still filling.
Don't get thirsty
We need to drink about 1.2 litres of fluid every day to stop us getting dehydrated.  This is in addition to the fluid we get from the food we eat.  All non-alcoholic drinks count, but water, milk and fruit juices are the most healthy.  Try to avoid sugary soft and fizzy drinks that are high in added sugars and can be high in calories and bad for teeth.  When the weather is warm, or when we get active, we may need more.  Learn more in Drinks .
Don't skip breakfast
Some people skip breakfast because they think it will help them lose weight.  In fact, research shows that eating breakfast can help people control their weight.  A healthy breakfast is an important part of a balanced diet, and provides some of the vitamins and minerals we need for good health.  Wholemeal cereal, with fruit sliced over the top is a tasty and nutritious breakfast.
These practical tips cover the basics of healthy eating, and can help you make healthier choices:
Base your meals on starchy foods
Starchy foods include potatoes, cereals, pasta, rice and bread.  Choose wholegrain varieties when you can: they contain more fibre, and can make you feel full for longer.  Starchy foods should make up around one third of the foods you eat.
Healthy dieting and weight loss tip : Put a stop to emotional eating

We don't always eat simply to satisfy hunger.  If we did, no one would be overweight.  All too often, we turn to food for comfort and stress relief.  When this happens, we frequently pack on pounds.

Don't underestimate the importance of putting a stop to emotional eating .  Learning to recognize the emotional triggers that lead you to overeat and respond with healthier choices can make all the difference in your weight loss efforts.

To start, consider how and when you eat.  Do you only eat when you are hungry, or do you reach for a snack while watching TV?  Do you eat when you're stressed or bored?  When you're lonely?  To reward yourself?

Once you've identified your emotional eating tendencies, you can work towards gradually changing the habits and mental attitudes that have sabotaged your dieting efforts in the past.
Strategies to combat emotional eating
If you turn to food at the end of a long day , find other soothing ways to reward yourself and de-stress.  Relax with a book and a steaming cup of herbal tea, soak in a hot bath, or savor a beautiful view.
If you eat when you're feeling low on energy , find other mid-afternoon pick-me-ups.  Try walking around the block, listening to energizing music, or doing some quick stretches or jumping jacks.  Another alternative is taking a short nap—just keep it to 30 minutes or less.
If you eat when you're lonely or bored , reach out to others instead of reaching for the refrigerator.  Call a friend who makes you laugh, take your dog for a walk, find a fun activity to do, or go out in public (to the library, the mall, or the grocery store—anywhere there's people).
If you eat when you're stressed, find healthier ways to calm yourself.  Try exercise, yoga, meditation, or breathing exercises.  Better manage stressful situations by either changing the situation or changing your reaction.  See related articles below to learn more about stress
Healthy dieting and weight loss tip : Tune in when you eat

We live in a fast-paced world where eating has become mindless.  We eat on the run, at our desk while we're working, and in front of the TV screen.  The result is that we consume much more than we need, often without realizing it or truly enjoying what we're eating.

Counter this tendency by practicing “mindful” eating: pay attention to what you eat, savor each bite, and choose foods that are both nourishing and enjoyable.  Mindful eating will help you lose weight and maintain your results.
Mindful eating weight loss tips
Pay attention while you're eating. Be aware of your environment.  Eat slowly, savoring the smells and textures of your food.  If your mind wanders, gently return your attention to your food and how it tastes and feels in your mouth.
Avoid distractions while eating. Try not to eat while working, watching TV, reading, using a computer, or driving.  It's too easy to mindlessly overeat.
Chew your food thoroughly. Try chewing each bite 30 times before swallowing.  You'll prolong the experience and give yourself more time to enjoy each bite.
Try mixing things up to force yourself to focus on the experience of eating.  Try using chopsticks rather than a fork, or use your utensils with your non-dominant hand.
Stop eating before you are full. It takes time for the signal to reach your brain that you've had enough.  Avoid the temptation to clean your plate.  Yes, there are children starving in Africa, but your weight gain won't help them.
Healthy dieting and weight loss tip : Fill up with fruit, veggies, and fiber

To lose weight, you have to eat fewer calories.  But that doesn't necessarily mean you have to eat less food.  You can fill up while on a diet, as long as you choose your foods wisely.  The key is to add the types of food that can keep you feeling satisfied and full, without packing on the pounds.
Fiber: the secret to feeling satisfied while losing weight

If you want to lose weight without feeling hungry and deprived all the time, start eating foods high in fiber.  High-fiber foods are higher in volume, which makes them filling.  They also take longer to chew, which makes them more satisfying to eat.  High-fiber foods also take a long time to digest, which means you'll feel full longer.  There's nothing magic about it, but the weight-loss results may seem like it.

High-fiber heavyweights include:
Fruits and vegetables – Enjoy whole fruits across the rainbow (strawberries, apples, oranges, berries, nectarines, plums), leafy salads, and green veggies of all kinds.
Beans – Select beans of any kind (black beans, lentils, split peas, pinto beans, chickpeas).  Add them to soups, salads, and entrees, or enjoy them as a hearty dish of their own.
Whole grains – Try high-fiber cereal, oatmeal, brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat or multigrain bread, bran muffins, or air-popped popcorn.



Healthy dieting and weight loss tip : Take charge of your food environment

Your weight loss efforts will succeed or fail based largely on your food environment.  Set yourself up for success by taking charge of your food environment: when you eat, how much you eat, and what foods are available.
Start the day with breakfast .  People who eat breakfast tend to be thinner than those who don't.  Starting your day with a healthy breakfast will jumpstart your metabolism, plus, it will help keep you from binge eating later in the day.
Serve yourself smaller portions. One easy way to control portion size is by    using small plates, bowls, and cups.  This will make your portions appear larger.  Don't eat out of large bowls or directly from the food container or package, which makes it difficult to assess how much you've eaten.
Plan your meals and snacks ahead of time .  You will be more inclined to eat in moderation if you have thought out healthy meals and snacks in advance.  You can buy or create your own small portion snacks in plastic bags or containers.  Eating on a schedule will also help you avoid eating when you aren't truly hungry.
Cook your own meals. Cooking meals at home allows you to control both portion size and what goes in to the food.  Restaurant and packaged foods generally contain a lot more sodium, fat, and calories than food cooked at home—plus the portions sizes tend to be larger.
Don't shop for groceries when you're hungry .  Create a shopping list and stick to it.  Be especially careful to avoid foods at the ends of the aisles and along the perimeter, where grocers tend to sell high-calorie snack and convenience foods.
Out of sight, out of mind .  Limit the amount of tempting foods you have at home.  If you share a kitchen with non-dieters, store snack foods and other high-calorie indulgences in cabinets or drawers out of your sight.
Fast for 14-16 hours a day .  Try to eat your last meal earlier in the day and then fast until breakfast the next morning.  Early studies suggest that this simple dietary adjustment—eating only when you're most active and giving your digestive system a long break each day—may help you to lose weight.  After-dinner snacks tend to be high in fat and calories so are best avoided, anyway
In addition to your food and eating-related choices, you can also support your weight loss and dieting efforts by making healthy lifestyle choices.
Get plenty of sleep .  Lack of sleep has been shown to have a direct link to hunger, overeating, and weight gain.  Exhaustion also impairs your judgment, which can lead to poor food choices.  Aim for around 8 hours of quality sleep a night.
Turn off the TV. You actually burn less calories watching television than you do sleeping!  If you simply can't miss your favorite shows, get a little workout in while watching.  Do easy exercises like squats, sit-ups, jogging in place, or using resistance bands or hand weights.
Get plenty of exercise . Exercise is a dieter's best friend.  It not only burns calories, but can actually improve your resting metabolism.  No time for a long workout?  Research shows that three 10-minute spurts of exercise per day are just as good as one 30-minute workout.  Take the stairs instead of the elevator or park in the back of the parking lot.  Every bit helps.
Drink more water .  You can easily reduce your daily calorie intake by replacing soda, alcohol, or coffee with water.  Thirst can also be confused with hunger, so by drinking water, you may avoid consuming extra calories, plus it will help you break down food more easily.

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