5 Ways to Make Yourself Eat Less at Mealtime
So… my doctor told me I am gaining too much weight after I quit smoking, and I am trying to find a few ways to cut back. This DIY Reviews article deals with a few ways you can easily cut back on the amount of food you consume during a meal!
One of the most important things to consider when trying to lose weight is that its NOT going to happen overnight! Losing weight is like saving $5000 in a piggy bank… you need to add small pieces of change every day, and after a period of time you will notice the efforts finally paying off.
In my case, I gained 25 pounds after I stopped smoking and while food is far better than continuing to smoke, the added weight is much more noticable to me.
5 Easy Ways to Eat Less at a Meal!
1 – Use Smaller Plates
When you use smaller plates and skinny glasses, a normal portion seems larger and fools your eye into thinking you are eating more
2 – Drink 2 Glasses of Water Before Each Meal
This one is tried and true and even used in the military! If you drink at least one (better 2) full glasses of water before you eat dinner, it will help in your digestion, make sure your body is properly hydrated and definitely make you eat less.
3 – Start Each meal with a Small Salad
When you start each meal with a small salad, not only do you ensure that you get extra vitamins and minerals from the veggies, but you start to fill your stomach and you will want to eat smaller portions during the main course.
4 – Don’t Skip Meals
Skipping meals during the day only makes you want to eat more at night, because obviously, you are hungry! Always eat at least 3 meals a day and 2 snacks in between.
5 – Eat Slower
It takes a while for your brain to let your stomach know you are full. If you chew more slowly, you not only digest your food easier, but you will not eat as large a portion.
