15 Quick Diet Tips

Here are 15 quick diet tips to help you start losing weight today. You don't have to do all of them, but read through the list and pick a few that you can see fitting into your lifestyle. They will make a difference!

1. Never Skip Breakfast. If you're in a rush, buy a box of protein bars and eat one in the car, skipping breakfast kills your metabolism and can lead to fat gain.
2. Eat lean meats and fish. Chicken breasts and sushi are good places to start and the high protein content will aid in muscle building and fat loss.
3. Run or walk daily. Exercise is key. 20-30 mins daily at a minimum!
4. Attempt to make unhealthy foods and snacks healthy or replace with a healthy alternative.
5. Be realistic with your goals. You're not on the biggest loser here! Attempt to lose a pound per week by cutting 500 calories per day.
6. Power To the Veggies! Have one vegetarian day per week.
7. Fruit has sugar. Try satisfy a sugar craving with an apple, orange or citrus fruit.
8. Limit your alcohol. Drink one glass of wine then move on to water. You don't want to drink all of your calories!
9. Eat 4 prunes per day. Their antioxidants and natural laxative qualities will keep you less bloated.
10. DRINK WATER! Try drinking at least 8oz of water before each meal and hit your daily water intake goals.
11. Schedule physical activities with friends instead of sedentary ones. Go play Frisbee golf or swimming instead of going out to the movies.
12. Portion Control. Continue your normal diet but back-off the portions slightly. You'll likely eat 500+ less calories per day.
13. Ditch the dessert. Have it on occasion, but don't make it a normal part of your regular meals. You don't need it.
14. Don't overeat! If you have to roll your self to bed, you ate way too much!
15. Try some Yoga. A healthy mind = a healthy body.