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20 weight loss tips that will empower you today

By on June 7, 2013

Simple tips to get you on the road to health and well-being.

with Lizi Gorostiza

What if I told you that you could stop dieting right now? What if there is actually a better way to lose weight, get healthy and keep it off for good? Unfortunately, fad diets and quick weight loss have become a part of our daily lives.

In spite of the more than $110 million consumers spend every day on diets (more than $40 billion per year,) Americans are the most obese people in history. There are so many diets out there glorifying high protein diets and low to no carbohydrates. High protein diets (and other diets rich in animal products and low in fruits and refined carbohydrates) are likely to significantly increase a person’s risk of colon cancer. Scientific studies show a clear and strong relationship between cancers of the digestive tract, bladder, and prostate with low fruit consumption. Unlike many diseases, the cure for obesity is known. Studies with thousands of participants have demonstrated that the combination of a dramatic change in eating habits and daily exercise results in weight loss, including a 60 percent reduction in the chance of developing chronic ailments, such as diabetes.

Most people only know how to diet; they have become experts in counting calories and fat grams. And most have lost the same ten pounds a million times only to gain them again. I know what you are saying: “Wow Lizi this information is overwhelming, where do I start?” Well, I truly believe that you can start making small shifts that will get you started and on your way to achieve the health and weight of your dreams. Here are some simple tips to get you on the road to health and well-being. Don’t try all the tips at once if you feel you will not follow through. Try a few at a time and before you know it you will be on your way.

 

1. Make a doctor’s appointment and get a full physical before you make any changes to your diet or activity level. Check your blood levels and make sure all is well. This is a good starting point so that later you can compare your results after you have incorporated these changes. Make sure they check your cholesterol.

2. Weigh yourself, and measure your bust, waist and hips write it down in your journal. I know that part is not fun but just think of how great you will feel when you start seeing those numbers drop.

3. Start by eating 3 meals a day making most of your plate vegetables and fruits. Try cutting out meat as much as possible and fish to only once a week.

4. Do not force yourself to eat if you’re not hungry just because it’s dinner time. Your body will tell you when you are truly hungry if you listen carefully.

5. Steer clear of soda and caffeinated products instead replacing them with water. The more fruits and vegetables you eat the less water you will have to drink if you are not a fan of water there is your silver lining.

6. Stay away from white flour.

7. Avoid sugar like the plague.

8. Eliminate all dairy.

9. Eliminate Soy – instead try Almond Milk or Coconut Milk.

10. Have a tablespoon of flaxseeds every day. You can put it in your protein shake.

11. Eat beans or legumes every day.

12. Consume nuts and seeds in a limited amount, not more than one ounce per day. “Although nuts and seeds are rich in calories scientific studies show that the offer disease protection against heart attack, stroke and cancer and also help lower cholesterol.”

13. Eliminate all processed foods. Remember if it comes in a box and you cannot pronounce the ingredients it’s probably not good for you.

14. Eliminate Fast Foods. Instead prepare your meals in advance and portion them out once a week.

15. Turn off the T.V. when you’re eating (that’s a hard one for me too) but be present when you’re eating. Enjoy the texture and flavors in your meal. Take a bite and put your fork down it’s not a race.

16. Set a beautiful table for yourself with candles and the good china, you deserve it.

17. Find a high quality Multi-vitamin.

18. Find a high quality Omega 3 vitamin and take it daily.

19. Get moving, go outside and walk at the very least 10 minutes per day increasing it gradually to 30 minutes per day. If you can’t go outside because of the weather get on that treadmill, buy or rent an exercise DVD just get moving.

20. Get Support! Seek the help of a qualified coach to help you through these changes and any others that are keeping you up at night.

 

image001Lizi Gorostiza is a Certified Life, Style, Etiquette, Empowerment and Nutrition Coach. She holds advanced degrees in Psychology, Business Administration and Education graduating Summa Cum Laude from Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL. She also holds 15+ coaching certifications, currently training for the coveted Nutritarian Certification offered by Dr. Fuhrman who is featured frequently on The Dr. Oz Show. Lizi was the first graduate of The Swat Institute, a specialized coaching program designed to Empower Women. She is happily married to the love of her life Carlos for the past 12 years and lives in Miami, FL with her two dogs: Athena and Andy.  For more information visit her website, sign up for her 3 Free reports or schedule a coaching call with her. Email her directly at: Lizilifecoach@gmail.com.

Resources:

1-Eat to Live- The Amazing Nutrient-Rick Program for Fast and Sustained Weight Loss by Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D.

Get your copy here: http://astore.amazon.com/coacchic-20/detail/031612091X

 

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