If there’s one mistake people make when trying to lose weight, it’s just flapping it and wanting the best, says Dr. Michael Mosley.
British TV moderator “5: 2 Man” chooses the right diet plan to get you on track when planning and goal setting are essential to slimming and life goes off course. That is also important.
The Fast 800 Easy Cookbook Low Carb Sausage “Lasagna”. Photo: Smith & Gilmour / Simon & Schuster Australia
“It’s all about preparation and knowing why you’re doing it,” he says in a video call from the UK.
“What is your motivation? That’s one of the most important things. Write it down and think about it. When faced with the temptations we all do, it turns out to be worthless. [giving in].. “
Known for its intermittent fasting and the Fast 800 approach, which limits 800 calories a day for up to 12 weeks, people began to tend to sit down, causing a surge in interest in weight loss and type 2 diabetes during a pandemic. Eating more at home, a topic that has become the focus of his recent SBS documentary series.
Even if you are not good at vegetables now, if you are hungry, you will learn how to cook vegetables deliciously.
Dr. Michael Mosley
About one in four Australians with type 2 diabetes is unaware that they have diabetes. People over the age of 40 who have risk factors such as a large waistline, high BMI, or a family history of diabetes should consider testing.
According to Mosley, if you’re considering a weight loss plan, look for a scientifically credible plan to find out who is driving the reason. There is no single strategy that suits everyone. Therefore, consider what is most practical for your needs and lifestyle and what you can realistically achieve.
“It’s frankly about dieting-its success depends a lot on whether people actually stick to it,” he says.
Intermittent fasting can help some people, says Mosley. His 5: 2 program promotes a two-day weekly energy-reducing diet and another five-day regular diet, but time-limited diets come in many forms. The 14:10 approach seems to be the easiest, he says. This is because an early dinner is followed by an overnight fast and a late breakfast in the morning.
Regardless of which path you choose, support from family and friends, or from other social networks or online groups as needed, is important, Mosley says. For example, his online program fast800.com offers online support across different time zones.
“When things get tough, we can go back to the plan and back to the support group,” he says.
The Fast 800 Easy Cookbook sweet chili salmon with edamame. Photo: Smith & Gilmour / Simon & Schuster Australia
Aside from fasting and energy restrictions, Mosley is a big advocate of Mediterranean-style diets: plenty of olive oil, oily fish, nuts, legumes, whole grains and vegetables. Not only is it rich in healthy fats and proteins, but you’re tired of eating, so you won’t feel hungry.
When it comes to food to avoid, it’s what you can buy at a service station, says Mosley. So the super-processed foods and useful items we all know are bad for us, but we still eat in amazing amounts. If it’s a bright package, full of fat, sugar and salt, and sold in large quantities, it can affect our health and mood-and not good, he says.
To avoid temptation, do not take regular suspects (biscuits, chips, made from cheap factory ingredients) home. Or, if you’re already lurking in the pantry, throw it into a bottle. Instead, put all the fresh ingredients in the fridge and put canned and frozen fish, vegetables and legumes in the cupboard and freezer. Meal replacement shakes are also moderately used, especially if you are busy or travel frequently.
The Fast 800 Easy Cookbook feta cheese, peas and mint crust quiche. Photo: Smith & Gilmour / Simon & Schuster Australia
If you feel you need to treat yourself all day long, or if you feel bored or stressed, Mosley recommends that you look at your daily routine to find out your habits. For example, if you work from home, keep unsalted nuts at hand or cut vegetables and store them in the top of the fridge instead of reaching for a snack drawer.
Bring your movements into the day by getting out of your chair and moving every 30-40 minutes or taking a walk in the bright morning light. “Exercise snacks” (short exercises throughout the day) tend to be more sustainable than trying to find long training hours at the end of the day. For example, find clues and triggers that encourage you to do squats and push-ups every time you drink tea.
Then, instead of inadvertently munching in front of the screen, eat at the dinner table. Sleeping early and looking for a “green and blue space” outdoors can also help with your physical and mental health.
The important thing is to approach foods in a positive way and try simple and interesting ways to eat healthy foods. If you don’t know where to start and need some simple inspiration, Instagram is a great source of easy 1-minute cooking videos.
“Even if you’re not good at vegetables right now, if you’re hungry, you’ll learn how to cook delicious vegetables,” says Mosley.
“French people say that hunger is the best source, so it’s about retraining your taste buds and learning new recipes.
“Need planning and preparation [but] It gets easier over time as you get into the rhythm [and] I’ll get used to it soon.
“If you want to lose weight and lose weight … you need some commitment, but you don’t have to suffer. Good food must be joy. It’s about rediscovering those joys. “
At the most basic level, losing weight and pursuing better health is about enjoying food and enjoying life, says Mosley.
“What you eat has a great impact on your mental health, and therefore your energy levels,” he says.
“Once you start a virtuous circle, everything else is much easier.”
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