<\/p>\n
Yes, you are overweight and have been trying unsuccessfully to
\nkeep the weight off i.e. to keep this proverbial monkey off your back
\nbut, all to no avail. You are now frustrated, fed up, depressed and
\ndon’t know what to do next.<\/p>\n
You have tried one or the other of the
\n popular diet plans and have realized that they do not really work. You
\nrealized that the weight loss you keep experiencing in the short term
\nsneakingly comes back, only to frustrate you further.<\/p>\n
Your
\nunfortunate experience clearly shows you that dieting provides short
\nterm remedies for overweight and definitely do not deal with the weight
\ngain nor weight loss problem on a permanent basis, but cost money which
\nin fact is a waste of your money.<\/p>\n
You are thinking in despair what
\n am I to do now? Well I’ll tell you what to do and feel good with the
\nresults. You are now ready for a lifestyle change in which you will
\nparticipate wholeheartedly in<\/p>\n
\ufffd a sensible and healthy eating plan
\n
\ufffd and a comfortable exercise program<\/p>\n
Both are designed to assist you to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and prevent diseases associated with overweight.<\/p>\n
You
\n will now consume the good macronutrients (nutrients needed in large
\nquantities) in planned quantities on a regular basis. The macronutrients
\n are:<\/p>\n
\ufffd Carbohydrates
\n
\ufffd Fats
\n
\ufffd Proteins<\/p>\n
They will provide the energy (calories)
\nyour body needs for survival and other daily activities. According to
\nthe United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) the amount of
\ncarbohydrate you should consume must be enough to provide 45%- 65% of
\nyour daily calorie intake, protein 10%-35% and fats 25%-35%. The actual
\npercentage of these foods depends on your age, level of activity and
\nother characteristics.<\/p>\n
The American Dietetic Association warns
\nagainst diets that recommend otherwise, namely high protein, high fats
\nand low carbohydrate diets. Their weight loss success is short term and
\nstudies find that high levels of protein consumed over time can be
\ndetrimental to your health.<\/p>\n
Studies also found that the way to
\nlose weight and also to prevent overweight and be healthy, is simply to
\n eat the foods with the lowest calorie level, highest fiber content and
\nthe leanest protein. These may contribute to a healthy cholesterol level
\n in your blood, a healthy blood pressure and reduce the incidence of
\ndiabetes and heart attack.<\/p>\n