Autumn is in full swing. Days are becoming shorter and shorter, sky is getting darker sooner. Seeing the landscape out of the window get progressively bleaker, it is easier to feel deeply against going outside.
Our inner voice convinces us to stay home, park ourselves comfortably in a cosy armchair next to the fireplace, with a big mug of warm tea in one hand and a book in other.
And while there is nothing wrong with spending your leisure time this way – on the contrary, some time off is highly appreciated – however for those of us who are leading a sedentary lifestyle, no physical activity throughout the day can contribute to the worsening well-being and health problems.
One of the first drawbacks that comes to mind is, of course, gaining a couple extra kilos. In such a hectic world and with frantically paced lifestyle, it is difficult to keep on track with your routine and maintain good health at the same time.
But no worries! Wellness by Oriflame is here to support you. Check out our 6 easy weight tips that will also improve your overall well-being. All you need to do is make a decision to improve yourself and to follow it. The success lays within your reach! Just grasp it!
1. Skip sugar
The most important dietary change you can make is to eliminate sugar. If you carry excess kilos, record how often you eat or drink something sweet over the next few days. Don’t be surprised if the answer is several times per day! The easiest way to eliminate sugar is
a) eat regularly every three hours,
b) make sure your protein and fiber intakes are high,
c) carry a portion of the Natural Balance Shake powder inside a shaker in your handbag and mix with water when you get a sugar craving, and
d) if you want a sweet snack or dessert at home, make a very simple fresh fruit-and-nut salad.
2. Walk more
Taking long walks effectively burns fat. You could even say that the amount of time you walk per day is directly correlated to your weight! How to squeeze these walks into your schedule?
a) Can you get up 35 minutes earlier and take a 30-minute walk?
b) Can you walk for 20 minutes around your lunch time?
c) Can you walk for 30 minutes after work?
d) Can you take a 30-minute walk straight after dinner and do the dishes upon you return?
e) Can you do three out of four of the above?
3. Have breakfast
Start your day with a decent breakfast. Having a proper breakfast will allow you to metabolize energy efficiently all day long. It will also enable you to concentrate on work instead of trying to find an adequate snack mid-morning. Make sure your breakfast is not a sugar or fat bomb.
4. Lighten up your dinners
Lighter dinners and no snacking afterward will get you lean in no time. The best time to have dinner is approximately three hours before bedtime. A rich salad accompanied by a soup or omelette and a slice of wholemeal bread is a satisfying and slim dinner. Finish off with a hot drink, like herbal tea. No snacking after that, so go ahead and brush your teeth!
5. Go to bed!
Most people need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep deprivation increases your total calorie intake the next day and it also makes you prefer fast carbs (sugars) over other energy sources. Sleep deprivation will most likely increase your caffeine intake as well. Make a habit of getting ready for bed around 9:30 p.m. Nothing good comes out of staying up too late, as your mother would have told you some years ago.
6. Stress less
Prolonged stress can make you gain weight. This is because the stress hormone cortisol makes your body store fat. In addition, stress can make you eat more. Test out meditating instead of eating. Take five minutes whenever you can to close your eyes, relax your shoulders and jaw, and to breathe deeply. Remind yourself of the blessings in your life. That should help you get a perspective on whatever it was that was stressing you.
Healthy eating with Wellness by Oriflame
Wellness by Oriflame’s high-quality formulationsare inspired by the Nordic Diet and based on science to help youmake our life easier and support you on your quest to eat healthier. These products are designed as smart and healthy eating choices that are perfect for you if you are trying to introduce balance into your nutrition. Thanks to these modern and convenient solutions, you’ll reach your top form in no time!
