The world has seen the worst of the obesity epidemic that has taken over many people across ages, cultures and classes. The reasons that lead to obesity largely centre around lifestyle choices that involve high calorie eating and low movement or sedentary existences, along with a range of other addictions such as fast food, alcohol and substance abuse. Keeping Obesity at bay is doing yourself a huge service, and it is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. Here’s a look at a few things you can incorporate in your everyday living to make sure that you stay away from obesity.
– Follow a good exercise regimen and stick to it regularly. It is no use if you exercise on the odd occasion and then lead a sedentary lifestyle. Find an exercise routine that both interests you and is affordable and accessible, and stick to it.
– Eat all that you want but make sure that you have a strong sense of portion control. However, go easy on the carbohydrates and fats, and make sure that you get enough vitamins and minerals by increasing your greens, vegetables and fruits.
– Avoid everything white. Whether sugar and refined flour, or white bread and rice, anything that is white has been scientifically proven to have an adverse impact on your physical health. Refined flours are complex carbohydrates that add calories.
– Avoid empty calories and choose healthy options instead. Thirsty? Ditch the soda and opt for a fresh fruit juice or some green tea. Hungry? Forget snacking on fried food and pick up salad sticks or oatmeal cookies instead!
– Do not remain sedentary. One of the biggest contributors to obesity is that people tend to follow a sedentary lifestyle and do not move about! Walk up and down your house every now and then, get up to answer the door and climb up and down the stairs instead of using the elevator. If you can help it, make sure that you take regular breaks from work and walk instead of sitting put in one space. Include all the basic movements in your everyday living – stretch, squat, bend and lift.
– Drink green tea. Instead of caffeine, add green tea to your dietary regimen. The antioxidant properties in green tea can help release free radicals that increment your metabolism enough to keep your weight in check.
– Do not eat in between meals. Eating between meals can be one of the major things in your lifestyle to drive you towards obesity. Either have three square meals and avoid eating in between, or divide up your meal structure into smaller meals throughout the day, and stay full.

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