If you’re struggling to stick to your diet, don’t worry. Everyone who’s ever dieted has been there too! Here are some top tips to help you stick it out.
1. Make achievable changes
If you’re going to diet successfully, there’s no point choosing one that’s completely unachievable. You need to make changes that you can stick with, and not ones that are completely unreasonable. It’s unlikely that you’ll never eat a pizza or chocolate bar again - so don’t start thinking you can. ‘Cheat nights’ are fine - as long as they happen very occasionally! If a diet is to be sustainable, it has to be enjoyable too. You won’t stick to it if you can’t eat nice meals. But there are plenty of methods out there that let you eat tasty meals - you might just need to experiment and see what works for you.
2. Learn new recipes
It can be hard to diet if you don’t know what to cook. If you’re tired and hungry, you just want simple comfort food that you can whip up in a second. And that’s where most diets go wrong. So, invest in a good recipe book. Find one that deals exclusively with weight loss, and pick out some meals that sound good and within your skill level. Then, get practicing! It’ll take a while before you can make them without reading the recipe, but the more you can learn, the better armed you’ll be. Here’s a few to get you started.
3. Control those cravings
Sugar addiction is just as real as smoking or alcohol. And that means it can be quite hard to kick it. Try to find suitable replacements - sweet fruits, maple syrup, natural honey and natural jam are a good place to start. And, as mentioned below, if you don’t have it in your home, hopefully, you’ll be less tempted too. Apple cider vinegar is another trick to try - it’s said to help curb any sugar cravings, so if you’re struggling, give it a go. This is a great article to help you cut those cravings out for good.
4. Shop sensibly
If you don’t have it in the house, you can’t eat it! So, once a week you should sit down and write out a meal plan, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a few snacks in between. Then, write your shopping list using that. Hopefully, if you’re controlled when you shop, you won’t sneak any sugary treats into your basket! And then if there’s nothing in the house, you’ll be made to eat healthily - until it becomes habit, rather than through will power and force.
5. Give your diet a boost
All the celebs are doing it, so why shouldn’t you? One easy way to help your diet succeed is to try diet supplements. Packed with natural herbs and fruit extracts, they’re a great way to give your body the nutrients it needs, without eating too many calories.
6. Drink plenty of water
Many people confuse hunger with thirst. So, next time you’re feeling hungry and it’s not a meal time, try drinking a glass of water. This will make you feel full, and it’s great for your health. You should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water a day, but you might need more depending on how much exercise you’re doing!
