dont let your cold weather fat grow too fast

In the blink of an eye, the end of the year has arrived, and the coldest days are slowly“getting into the swing of things,” especially in the South where there is no heating. Eating has become a way to maintain body temperature, so it's common to gain a few pounds every winter. Has life fallen into an endless cycle of summer dieting and winter weight gain? However, as a self-disciplined foodie, I’m sharing a winter diet guide with you. Don’t let your cold-resistant fat grow too fast! Promise me, never break up with your 19-inch waistline!

1.In winter, how can you refuse that thing called hot pot?

Speaking of hot pot, I think almost no one can resist it! What worries can't be solved by a hot pot meal? What hunger and cold can't be solved by hot pot? Hot pot is simply a divine food. However, the calories in hot pot are very high. Both the broth and the sauces are a challenge for those trying to lose weight. If you're not careful, you can consume a lot of calories, leading to fat accumulation. So how can you eat hot pot without gaining weight?? 

First, pay attention to the broth when eating hot pot in winter. Avoid broths that are spicy and oily. It's best to choose clear water or clear broth. Add some scallions, ginger, dried shrimp, and spices to the broth without adding oil. Such broths are almost calorie-free. If you like spicy food, adding some chili oil to the sauce is better than eating spicy red broth.

For ingredients, it's best to order more vegetables, tubers, mushrooms, and tofu products, and less meat and semi-finished products. Try to choose a variety of vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables and colorful vegetables. Many people like to eat fatty beef and lamb in hot pot. However, the fat content of lamb slices can be as high as30%. Therefore, if you must eat meat, it's better to choose fish, shrimp, lean meat slices, or duck blood, which have lower fat content.Limit organ meats to no more than twice a week, and each serving should not exceed50grams. If you are overweight or have chronic diseases like high cholesterol or high blood pressure, remove visible fat and skin from chicken and duck.

2.The best way to control food intake is to chew slowly and thoroughly.

Many people chew very little before swallowing their food, eating very quickly. Our stomach needs time to receive food. By the time your mouth feels full, your stomach is already overstuffed.

France is one of the countries that most advocates“slow eating.” You see French women eating, always chewing slowly and savoring their food, not only elegantly but also appreciating the flavors more deeply. Most importantly, it helps the digestive system function well, preventing overeating and aiding in weight loss..

Eat only until you are 70-80% full, slow down your eating pace, take a bite, chew more, then swallow, and stop eating when you are not very hungry. Focus on eating, chew carefully, and you will naturally control your food intake.Also, try to eat vegetables before meat, or drink some hot soup before meals to fill up a bit. Eating more hot food can also help with weight loss. Hot food not only warms the body but also speeds up metabolism.

3.Pay attention to hidden fats.

What are hidden fats??They are the fats we usually overlook and don't pay attention to, such as in many snacks.For example: French fries, potato chips, small pastries, puffed foods, egg yolk pies, biscuits, nuts, noodle soup bases, ice cream, coffee creamers, etc., all contain a lot of fat, including many with trans fats.

Remember this rule: eat less of the processed foods that taste very fragrant because the fragrance comes from fats. In natural foods, except for a small amount of esters in alcohol, only fats have a fragrance.So, if a food tastes particularly fragrant, it must contain a lot of fat and be high in calories.

4.Replace sugary drinks with tea.

Just drinking tea can help you lose weight. Tea can help break down grease, inhibit fat formation, promote fat burning, and effectively control rebound, helping you say goodbye to fat and become slim. Girls who feel cold in winter can drink more black tea, such as Pu'er.

5.Drink alcohol in moderation.

Don't always pair barbecue with beer; you won't lose weight that way. Alcohol is a high-calorie drink.1gram of alcohol produces7kcal of energy, second only to the calories produced by fat. Although the alcohol content in beer is only about3%, it also contains11% sugar, and the amount of beer consumed is much larger.

The calories in one bottle of beer are equivalent to the calories in100grams of grain. Drinking a lot of beer is like eating a lot of food, and the excess energy will be stored as fat. It's truly terrifying when you think about it.

Winter weight loss is a long-term battle that requires persistence.For foodies, self-control in the face of delicious food is essential, or you’ll be disheartened when your clothing size changes come spring.

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