Before starting sort of diet of slimming regime – it is good advice to put pen to paper and write down your weight loss goals.

It is important not to over complicate matters and even more so to ensure that whatever slimming targets you have set for yourself are achievable.

Fad diets are exactly that a fad, so save yourself some time, money and frustration – get back to basics.

Here are some tips for successful slimming that do not cost a penny – all you need to do is follow.

1. Ensure that you drink plenty of fluids, water is probably the best for dieters – but for those that for whatever reason do not like the taste of water drink fruit juices, light tea infused with fruit flavors, etc. These will detoxify your system.

2. Remember to include at least five to ten servings of seasonal fruits and vegetables per day in your diet. Fruits have phytochemicals that can prevent diseases. Fruit is best served in as raw a state as possible, never boil vegetables – all the goodness is removed when food is boiled.

3. Eat only when you feel hungry – comfort eating is not that comfortable when you consider the calories you are introducing into your body. Chew your food well before swallowing and don’t eat to over indulgence.

4. Eat less and more often. Smaller meals consumed 4 to 5 times a day  can control your appetite as well as calorie intake.

5. According to the modern concept, a balanced diet with high but healthy protein and moderate carbohydrate along with regular fitness exercises helps best to reduce weight. Protein burns fat and conserves muscle mass.

6. If you prefer you meals to be hot and spicy – then add a bit of spice, many spices are low in calories and ideal for diets in moderation.

7. Fast food is major no-no, except on the odd occasion, if in doubt choose the ‘3H Food’ (Healthy, Home cooked, and Hygienic).

8. It is often said that you eat with your eyes. by putting your food on a smaller plate it will give the impression of a larger meal.

9. Never eat just before bedtime – this is the worse time to consumer food. Eat a larger portion at the start of the day, slightly smaller around lunch time and smaller still for dinner or in the evening.

10. Never eat food to relieve stress. Books, soothing music, meditation, physical activities and some good physical hobbies will relieve tension rather than a snack.

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