We spoke with an expert who shares exactly how to lose one pound a week without exercising.
How many calories do you should probably burn to lose one pound of body fat?
Moody states that there are around 3,500 calories in one pound of body fat.
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That means you must have a caloric deficit of approximately 3,500 weekly to lose one pound every seven days.
To simplify things, aim to torch 500 calories a day.
However, Moody cautions this recommendation isn’t suitable for everyone.
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“Your resting metabolic rate is how many calories you burn at rest.
If you only eat 1,100 calories a day, this can be dangerous.
This is one of the most efficient ways of creating a calorie deficit.
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Identify calorie-dense foods.
Not all calories are created equal.
Identify and cut back on calorie-dense foods that pack a high caloric punch without offering substantial nutritional benefits.
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Back off the snacks.
Snacking can be a slippery slopeespecially if it involves mindlessly munching while sitting in front of the TV.
“Most people feel the need to snack in the first place because they’re not having balanced meals.
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Eat more non-starchy vegetables.
Get quality sleep.
“Scientists believe that lack of sleep causes the body to seek other fuel sources during waking hours.
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