Easy Weight Loss Diet Plan

For those who want to follow a simplified proven weight loss plan I wanted to give you some general guidelines to follow if you are not on the Potentialization Metabolic program but not sure how to go about weight loss.

I have broken this weight loss diet down so that it’s as simple as possible for you to follow.

This is an easy guide for those who want to lose excess body fat quickly for that special occasion or to get rid of  unhealthy excess body weight.

It comes down to just a few simple factors:

1. Eat less than you use (energy deficit = fat loss)

2. Increase your activity level if you want to eat more (create a demand for more energy)

3. Increase your muscle density and mitochondria to increase your metabolic rate

Now you can make it easier by eating to sustain hunger rather than eating to increase hunger. For this we eat protein with every meal whilst avoiding sugary and excess carbs.

So here we go with my basic version of a Simple Weight Loss Diet:

Let me start by summarising it in one sentence: Eat small balanced meals.

It doesn’t matter how often you eat so don’t get hung up on trying to get in a set number of meals and snacks. Relax, only eat when you are hungry! Remember – ask yourself  “Am I hungry, or am I just THINKING food”?  If the later, don’t eat.

So what should you actually eat?  Here it is:

EAT AN ABUNDANCE OF:

• all green leafy vegetables except iceberg lettuce.
• [Broccoli, Spinach and Kale are exceptionally good]
• Green, yellow, red Peppers
• Cucumber
• Apples
• Asparagus
• Cauliflower
• Green Beans
• Celery

Drink lots of water (1-2 litres daily)

Now, add 2-5 of these during the day:

• Any fruit you like (fresh or frozen) such as
• Berries
• Peaches
• Plums
• Oranges
• Bananas (if you crave sugar try heating a banana in a pan)

• carrots
• corn

Now throw in some protein with every meal such as:

• Turkey breast
• Chicken breast
• Steak
• Pork
• Fish (especially Salmon)
• Eggs (2 or 3)
• Vegetarian Protein

Vegetarian options might include:

• Tofu
• seitan
• Quorn
• Beans (1 cup only)
• Soya

(Your protein should be grilled, steamed, baked or stir fried only. Portion it to the size of your palm)

With regard to SNACKS, one of these would be good with your fruit:

• 6 Almonds
• 6 Walnuts
• 12 Cashews
• 1 tbsp Natural peanut butter (no sugar, no salt added)
• Tub of low fat Yogurt
• Low-fat cottage cheese
• Low-fat milk

So if you are like me and love your carbs, have them only AFTER your workout and keep it really small (again use the palm of your hand as a guide).

Choose from this list:

• Oatmeal
• Brown rice
• Legumes
• Potatoes
• 1 slice Whole wheat bread
• Whole wheat pasta
• Other whole grain food items

Things to keep to an extreme minimum or avoid are:

1. Dressings for salad (use 1 tbsp olive oil, vinegars etc)
2. Dairy ie butter, cheese etc
3. Fat

Stay well clear of the following whilst losing weight:

• Sugar
• Fast foods
• Fried food
• Packaged food (anything that is not fresh or comes in a wrapper)
• Sodas even the diet kind as they are full of crap
• Alcohol (unless you can limit it to the occasional one glass and it doesn’t make you hungry)
• Creamy salad dressings (Ranch, 1000 Island, etc.)
• Saturated fat

NOW HOW EASY IS THAT ?!

That should help you get started. By the way, if you want a precise calculated personal plan check out my personalised program choices or comment below and I will try to help.

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4. Lack of Energy? Poor Weight Loss? 3 Steps to Eliminate Food Allergies
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