INSIGHT Magazine December 2014 | Page 19

Habits That Are Making You Fat 1. Snacking on fruits all day long It is true that fruits are healthy and packed with fibre, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants but they are not the food you can consume when on a weight loss plan. Going on a starvation diet and bingeing on fruits throughout will leave you malnourished. Your body needs a package of all the nutrients for its healthy functioning which can only be provided by a variety of food groups. Don’t forget that fruits have high sugar content and excessive intake of fruits can negate your weight loss efforts. 2. Not getting enough sleep Not getting enough sleep can prove to be a major hindrance between you and your weight loss goals. Sleep deprivation can be a major cause for your irresistible food cravings. It makes you crave for foods that are calorie-dense, loaded with carbohydrates and fats. 3. Not hydrating yourself Water can work wonders when you are trying to lose weight. Water promotes overall health from skin, bone, joints to digestive health. Unfortunately, we do not hydrate enough due to wrong lifestyle habits that reflects badly on our body. Not drinking enough fluids can make you feel sluggish which you often misinterpret as hunger and eventually eat more. 4. Not seeking right nutrition and health advice There is no one-way approach to weight loss. Consulting a certified practitioner for your health related issues and weight loss regime is critically important. We are different in terms of our body composition and requirements; thus our approach to weight loss can also be different. Getting yourself educated and aware about your health concerns will make you get a correct outlook and that will quicken and simplify the process INSIGHT December 2014 19