Losing weight can be extremely difficult for cash-strapped, time-strapped students. However, obesity has a significant impact on academic performance and personal image, so it is important for students to prioritize weight loss. So, how can students lose weight quickly and healthily? As an experienced weight loss enthusiast, I will share several practical and effective weight loss tips for students to learn and follow.
Drink a glass of plain salt water or plain water on an empty stomach in the morning
Every morning, drink a glass of plain salt water or plain water on an empty stomach. Remember to drink it quickly, as it can stimulate intestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation. Remember not to eat any food beforehand. The popular daily decrement weight loss method recommends that you prepare some boiled eggs or tea eggs, eat one every morning, and then drink a glass of milk. Avoid eating high-calorie and high-starch foods such as steamed buns and bread.
Adhere to the principle of eating more vegetables and less rice
During lunch, eat more vegetables and less rice. Not eating lunch will lead to overeating at night. Of course, if you have strong willpower, you can skip lunch and take a slow walk around the playground after eating. When you return to your dormitory, don't immediately sit or lie down. Stand for 10 minutes and eat a banana to promote digestion and slim down your stomach and legs.
Slow down eating speed
Eating slowly not only helps avoid overeating but also helps control weight. Eating slowly also avoids excessive eating, which can lead to gastrointestinal diseases. It usually takes about 15-20 minutes for the brain nerves to receive the signal of satiety. Therefore, when eating, it is best not to eat too quickly and to savor the taste. Some students may say they don't have time to eat slowly, but in order to effectively lose weight, students should make time for this.
Have an apple before meals
Apples contain a special pectin component, which is a soluble dietary fiber that expands when it encounters water. Therefore, eating an apple and drinking water can create a feeling of fullness. Students may not be suitable for the "eat small meals frequently" weight loss method, but eating an apple before meals can effectively reduce our appetite for the main meal. It can also help students relieve the annoyance of constipation. Regular bowel movements are a basic guarantee for weight loss.
Find a workout buddy
It is best to find a close friend or companion to go for a slow jog around the playground for about ten minutes every day (don't say you don't have ten minutes). You can chat while running. It may be boring to do it alone, and you may not be able to stick with it for long. You can also wear headphones and listen to music, which is also a good choice. You may unknowingly lose weight during the process. Weigh yourself every once in a while and record it. It will give you a sense of accomplishment.
Students need to sleep 7 hours a day for weight loss
Research by the American Psychological Association has found that when a person is asleep, the body releases a chemical called "leptin," which signals satiety and helps control fat levels. Experts also point out that lack of sleep may affect the secretion of hormones that help burn calories during the day. It is recommended that students go to bed at 10 p.m. and turn off electronic devices, as the blue light emitted by electronic screens can reduce the secretion of melatonin (a hormone that promotes sleep) and give the brain a false perception of it being too early.
