Lose weight and save money
I just read an article from Brad Pilon (bradpilon.com) called “The Body Fat Trap.” This article presented a very interesting point of view. Brad’s contention is that two major complaints people have are too much body fat and not enough money. He goes on to explain how these two things are connected. You are paying for the food that makes you fat. If you weigh more than you want to, you are overeating. If you are overeating, you are overpaying by paying for food you don’t need. In Brad’s words, “It costs money to build and maintain that body fat.” You can lose weight and save money just by eating less.
Here are some ways to eat less and, hopefully, spend less:
n I’m an advocate of eating every 2-3 hours. When changing from eating 3 meals a day to 5-6, don’t pile on extra calories. You can eat the same amount (or less) and still eat more often. Also, missing a meal once in a while won’t hurt you. Breakfast, however, is important. Skipping breakfast will often lead to overeating throughout the day.
n Drink a glass of water 20-30 minutes before each meal. This will help fill you up, so you feel full earlier while eating. Your body doesn’t tell you that you are full until about 15 minutes after you are full. Drink water like this and you will be less likely to overeat.
n Pay attention to how big your portions are. Try serving yourself portions that are about half as big as normal. Don’t go back for seconds. If you are out to eat, split the meal in half. Eat one half and take the other home for the next day’s lunch.
n Drink water and eliminate sugary drinks. You can save money on water by drinking filtered tap water or by purchasing gallons of water (instead of individual bottles).
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