Weight loss doesn’t have to be a grueling process.
That’s why we chatted with the experts who share their best-kept tips to lose 10 pounds quickly.
Add them to your routine, and get excited as the scale starts to move in your favor!
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Reaching your ideal weightshouldn’t revolve around a specific “program” or “diet.”
And next, don’t miss6 Tips for Women To Lose Belly Fat & Keep It Off.
Enjoy a cup of black, green, or oolong tea before meals.
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Take 10 deep breaths before eating.
Taking 10 deep breaths before meals can activate your body’s “relaxation” (or parasympathetic) system.
“Ultimately, [this] helps your body work more efficiently,” The Nutrition Twins say.
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“When the body is functioning optimally, the metabolism works more efficiently and weight loss is easier.”
The best part is, this salty, crunchy indulgence supports your weight loss efforts.
Researchpublished inNutrientsdiscovered that kicking off two meals per day with lightly salted peanuts can help you lose weight.
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Peanuts are often avoided when people are trying to lose weight because they believe peanuts contain too many calories.
Drain excess sauce from takeout food.
So, what to do?
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Right when you receive your food, plate it, and keep the extra sauce in the takeout container!
Up your protein intake.
Protein is king when the goal is weight loss.
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Consume more fiber.
“Fiber is found in plant foods and travels through your body undigested.
Your goal should be to consume 25 grams of high-fiber foods daily.
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Examples include quinoa, oats, bran, and fresh fruits and veggies.
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Cut back on dairy.
Cheese, whole milk, butter, sour cream, and ranch dressing all come with extra unnecessary calories.
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Keep track of what you eat and drink.
Increase your cardio.
Stepping up your cardio game plays an integral role in weight loss.
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Lose the “all or nothing” mindset.
Dieting with an “all or nothing” mentality is a surefire way to derail your efforts.
Instead, celebrate the progress you’re making rather than trying to make everything perfect.
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It’s prime time to start following the veggie half-plate rule.
It goes a little something like this: Half of your plate should be filled with steamed vegetables.
you might flavor them with lemon, spices, and herbsnot butter or oil.
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Consume your veggies first.
This will help fill you up on a low-calorie food that’s chock-full of fiber.
Drink water right when you wake up.
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Right when you wake up, make it a habit to get your fill of H2O.
Keep an eight-ounce glass or water bottle on your nightstand, and drink it right in the morning.
Beginning your day with water rather than coffee first thing helps you start your day right.”
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