To see
the best results from any diet plan, you’ve got to know the “Diet
Commandments”. These guidelines are essential for superior results. They will
take you to the Promised Land, flowing with good health and energy.
Sadly,
many dieters miss out on one or more of these rules, and it costs them their
success.
1.
Thou Shall Eat More
Protein
Of all
the foods you might eat while on a fat loss diet, protein is probably the most
important. Protein combats hunger, stabilizes blood glucose levels, and
prevents lean muscle loss. The result is raised metabolism and accelerated fat
loss.
Don’t
let your protein intake fall short. Aim to consume some in every meal and snack.
For some unexpected sources of protein, consider quinoa, bulgur, avocado, and
whole wheat bagels.
2.
Thou Shall Eat
Regularly
You may
have heard that metabolism increases the more often you eat. That’s somewhat
misleading. Actually, the boost you get from a meal is directly related to meal
size — eating regularly does help keep hunger at bay.
Feed
your body frequently throughout the day to avoid food cravings and energy lows.
Those who follow this guideline are more likely to stick to their diet or
weight loss program.
3.
Thou Shall Prioritize
Fresh Foods
When
selecting your foods, remember processed foods are a sin. Eating fresh is a
must. In our world, processed foods are around every corner, waiting to cause
weight gain and thwart our efforts for a healthy life.
Eliminate
processed food and give your diet a major boost. Focus on natural foods, like
fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and oils, and lean
proteins. This isn’t the Garden of Eden—reaching for the apple is the right choice.
You
could call this commandment the Golden Rule of dieting. If you make only one
change to your diet plan, make this one.
4.
Thou Shall Set Short
Term Goals
One
diet rule that you should abide by is to continually set short term goals.
Think about your strategy in the here and now, not months ahead. If your goals
can only be achieved far down the road, it becomes too easy to lose sight of
them.
You
should also ensure that you put your goals in writing and tell a friend or
family member about your intentions. The accountability will redouble your
commitment.
Try
thinking in two-week segments. Two weeks is generally the period necessary to
form good habits, so it’s the perfect amount of time to build behaviors that
stand the test of time.
This is
precisely why The 2 Week Diet was created. It will help you stay motivated and
consistent until good decisions become automatic.
5.
Thou Shall Avoid
Fruitless Comparisons
Finally,
stop comparing yourself to others. Realize this is your journey. Your body is unique
and you won’t see the same results as everyone else, so don’t expect to.
Instead,
start comparing yourself today to yourself from yesterday. That will give you
everything you need to know. If you improve every day, or hold fast to your
diet program, then you are already a success.
Keep
these diet commandments in mind. Focus on them and be confident you are
building a truly righteous body.
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