To lose weight after pregnancy, there is more that you need to do than just having a post pregnancy workout or exercise after pregnancy. Your diet is very important in helping you lose weight, and there are some foods that make the cornerstone of a healthy nutrition, while other foods will only make your goal to lose weight that much more difficult.
The good foods are the unprocessed foods that provide you with great nutritional value. They provide you with protein, good fats, vitamins, amino acids, and minerals that are very essential for a healthy nutrition. Your diet should mostly consist of these types of food.
Poultry, fish, eggs, and lean meats: These foods are high in protein, contain all the essential amino-acids, and most of the times, are great sources of Zinc, Selenium, Vitamins B6 and B12, Iron, and others.
Vegetables: They are always recommended in any diet. They have a rich content of nutrition and provide a lot of vitamins and minerals that complement those found in both red and white meat. Most vegetables are low in calories, high in fiber, and take up a lot of space in your stomach. So if you are looking to lose weight after pregnancy, these can be great as they make you less hungry and allow you to limit the consumption of junk foods.
Fruits: They are usually not very high in calories, and help fill you up fast. Making sure to get several servings of fruit a day might satisfy your sugar craving and provide you with the minerals, vitamins, fiber, and enzymes you need.
Low fat dairy: These foods are relatively high in easily absorbed protein and provide some vitamins and minerals, especially Calcium. These foods would include cottage cheese, milk, and fat-free yogurt. Try to avoid the yogurts with fruits at the bottom as they are filled with sugar additives and not much fruit.
Healthy fats: These come from nuts like almonds, walnuts, cashews, etc..., avocados, fish oil, flax seed, and extra virgin olive oil. These fats are helpful in maintaining good cardiovascular health and keeping both cholesterol and inflammation levels low.
Whole grains and similar: Oats, brown pasta, brown rice, etc... are some of the best sources for carbohydrates. They also provide you with fiber and some vitamins and minerals. Compared to their white versions, whole grains have a lower chance of turning into fat stored by the body.
These foods are the cornerstone of healthy nutrition. They cover all the bases needed, and making sure to start consuming them while reducing your intake of processed foods is perfect to lose weight after pregnancy and to include as part of your post pregnancy workout.
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Friday, August 6, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Do you know the secret to burning more fat?
It's not what you think.
Many women are lead to believe that time spent "doing" Cardio, not just a quick jaunt on a treadmill, but a long steady, hour long bout of mind numbing cardio - is the Answer to Fat Loss!
Well I have good news for you if you are tried of trying to keep up with the endless hours that yield little to no results. Intervals!
Short Burst, high intensity Intervals. Intervals are a type of "cardio" workout where you alternate brief, high intensity periods of exercise (where you work out as intensely as you can), with active recovery periods, where you slow down just long enough to catch your breath. The shorter, more-intense your session, the more calories you burn and you preserve lean muscle, which will make you look tight and lean as you reach your goals. In addition, the shorter, more intense sessions will have a more profound effect on the calories you continue to burn 24 hours after completing your interval session.
Want to learn more? Click here!
Many women are lead to believe that time spent "doing" Cardio, not just a quick jaunt on a treadmill, but a long steady, hour long bout of mind numbing cardio - is the Answer to Fat Loss!
Well I have good news for you if you are tried of trying to keep up with the endless hours that yield little to no results. Intervals!
Short Burst, high intensity Intervals. Intervals are a type of "cardio" workout where you alternate brief, high intensity periods of exercise (where you work out as intensely as you can), with active recovery periods, where you slow down just long enough to catch your breath. The shorter, more-intense your session, the more calories you burn and you preserve lean muscle, which will make you look tight and lean as you reach your goals. In addition, the shorter, more intense sessions will have a more profound effect on the calories you continue to burn 24 hours after completing your interval session.
Want to learn more? Click here!
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Top 5 Busy Mom Metabolism Boosters
Would you like to "boost" your metabolism and get on your way to being fit and healthy? Follow these 5 tips that can fit into any mom's busy life!
1. Visualize your success
- Your chances of becoming lean and fit multiply by ten when you believe in yourself and believe that it is possible! You deserve the results and you can do it!
- Change your self-image from a busy mom with no time to exercise, to a busy mom who can make time to exercise...and enjoy it! Remember that exercise gives you more energy for your day, decreases stress and helps you burn fat.
2. Stop buying typical convenience foods (processed carbs, junk and fast food, etc.)
- Switch to whole foods like quality proteins, fruit and veggies, healthy fats and high fiber complex carbs.
- Shop on the "outside" aisles of your grocery store, and pick up the foods listed above while avoiding processed and junk foods normally found in the middle aisles.
3. Add short burst resistance training sessions to your workout program.
- In only 15 minutes a day, three times a week, you can use a combination of body weight and dumbbell exercises to get fit!
- Resistance training boosts your metabolism and increases your post-exercise fat burning! Ignore experts who tell you only cardio boosts fat!
4. Add short burst interval training to your workout program.
- Who has time to waste doing boring cardio? Interval training is superior to this by helping your body burn more calories for hours after the short exercise session. Do intervals insides with body weight exercises and on the cardio machine, or outside in the fresh air. Click the link below to find an excellent exercise plan that supercharges your metabolism in only 90 minutes a week!
5. Eat 5-6 mini-meals each day, rather than 1-2 large meals.
- Plan to eat every 3-4 hours and include protein, a fruit or veggie and a healthy fat.
- This plan will eliminate cravings, can help you burn more calories and keeps your metabolism strong all day!
Even if you think you have a slow metabolism, you CAN do something about it! Learn to eat properly and exercise wisely and you can become the yummy mummy you want to be!
Article by D. Smith
Learn how to lose your baby weight and get toned! Be healthy and fit again!
Click the link to see women just like you who made a change to be a Yummy Mummy!
http://www.prenancy-weight-loss.info
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1. Visualize your success
- Your chances of becoming lean and fit multiply by ten when you believe in yourself and believe that it is possible! You deserve the results and you can do it!
- Change your self-image from a busy mom with no time to exercise, to a busy mom who can make time to exercise...and enjoy it! Remember that exercise gives you more energy for your day, decreases stress and helps you burn fat.
2. Stop buying typical convenience foods (processed carbs, junk and fast food, etc.)
- Switch to whole foods like quality proteins, fruit and veggies, healthy fats and high fiber complex carbs.
- Shop on the "outside" aisles of your grocery store, and pick up the foods listed above while avoiding processed and junk foods normally found in the middle aisles.
3. Add short burst resistance training sessions to your workout program.
- In only 15 minutes a day, three times a week, you can use a combination of body weight and dumbbell exercises to get fit!
- Resistance training boosts your metabolism and increases your post-exercise fat burning! Ignore experts who tell you only cardio boosts fat!
4. Add short burst interval training to your workout program.
- Who has time to waste doing boring cardio? Interval training is superior to this by helping your body burn more calories for hours after the short exercise session. Do intervals insides with body weight exercises and on the cardio machine, or outside in the fresh air. Click the link below to find an excellent exercise plan that supercharges your metabolism in only 90 minutes a week!
5. Eat 5-6 mini-meals each day, rather than 1-2 large meals.
- Plan to eat every 3-4 hours and include protein, a fruit or veggie and a healthy fat.
- This plan will eliminate cravings, can help you burn more calories and keeps your metabolism strong all day!
Even if you think you have a slow metabolism, you CAN do something about it! Learn to eat properly and exercise wisely and you can become the yummy mummy you want to be!
Article by D. Smith
Learn how to lose your baby weight and get toned! Be healthy and fit again!
Click the link to see women just like you who made a change to be a Yummy Mummy!
http://www.prenancy-weight-loss.info
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=D._B._Smith
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Top 10 Super Foods for Busy Moms
It's not easy to eat healthy as a busy mom! Between looking after kids, house and household there seems to be very little time to focus on your own nutrition. One easy, quick way to improve your own nutrition and give yourself more energy, is to eat these 10 SUPER FOODS! They are delicious, affordable and will help your body burn more calories (something we can all appreciate). They can also help if your quest is losing weight after pregnancy!
1. High Fibre Cereal
-look for 5 grams or more of fiber and less than 8 grams of sugar. There are hot (oats) and cold (Kashi, etc.) options available.
2. Apples
-any fruit will do, but apples are easy to have on hand. Try to have at least two different fruits on hand for a bit of variety!
3. Almonds
-a great portable protein, the perfect emergency snack and easily paired with a fruit or veggie. They are high in metabolism-boosting protein and healthy fat. Just don't eat too many...measure out 1/4c servings and store in a baggie or container.
4. Eggs
-they ARE good for you! They are a great protein source with superior amino acid content. They can be cooked quicky on the stove or in the microwave, even prepared ahead of time.
5. Spinach
-a super veggie that goes with everything and is only 5 calories a cup. Great cooked or fresh!
6. Yogurt
-a great source of protein with live culture that boosts immunity. Avoid those with added sugar, especially high fructose corn syrup.
7. Grilled Chicken OR Frozen Salmon Fillets
-being low in fat and high in protein make these two of the easiest, most versatile "meal makers" available.
8. Black Beans
-packed with the leanest protein, very high in fibre and relatively cheap! A great alternative for those who feel like they are always eating the same proteins!
9. Salsa
-tomatoes have many health benefits, but in salsa they help to add low calorie, energizing flavor to your meals. Add to eggs, rice, beans and even as salad dressing.
10. Green Tea
-the perfect morning coffee replacement! A lower level of caffeine and loaded with EGCG, this drink enhances your mood and tastes great. There are too many health benefits to green tea to list here!
This list is just a way to get you started on the way to getting your body back and feeling more energized. Even if you are able to get in a few of these a day you should notice a difference!
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