THE SIX PACKS DIET :- 1) Go for the good CARBS. The way to a mans heart is through his stomach...and the way to a mans abs is through the kitchen. If youre not eating right (man or woman notwithstanding), your abs will (or wont, rather) show it. Not all carbs are evil. Its the simple, white carbs that you want to avoid. Whole grains (aka slow carbs) are rich in fiber and go through your system much more slowly (hence the name) than simple, refined carbs (the white ones). So dont shy away from the browns -- brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat and oats. 2)Pack on PROTEIN early in the morning. Because straight up, youll eat less (and its the building blocks you need to build muscle tissue). People who got 35 grams of protein at breakfast were less hungry throughout the day and saw favorable changes in the hormones and brain signals that control appetite. Getting six pack abs isnt necessarily about counting calories. But you do need to get rid of the fat on top of your abs to expose the muscles underneath them and eating a bit less will get you on track. Eating any breakfast was associated with increased feelings of fullness, a reduced desire to eat, and lower levels of ghrelin (a hunger-stimulating hormone) throughout the morning. But a protein-packed breakfast was associated with these benefits over the course of the entire day. This doesnt mean go for the hamsteak and eggs. To keep your calorie and fat levels in check, opt for greek yogurt, egg whites, and bacon. Whats more, your body burns more calories breaking down protein than it does carbs and fats. Every little bit counts, right? 3)Cut out PROCESSED goods. Consuming most of your calories from processed and fast foods is going to produce an unhealthy body lacking in nutrients. Foods that have been through some sort of preservation have had their nutrients taken out and are really just empty, unhealthy calories. Definitely a no-go for a trim waistline. To make matters worse, processing then adds in unhealthy fats, a ton of sugar or sugar substitute and synthetic vitamins and minerals. Most of these ingredients, including artificial sweeteners, artificial colors, hydrogenated oils and high fructose corn syrup, are not even recognized as edible by your body. Think about that. These non-food ingredients are considered toxins and most will end up languishing in your system, often stored with fat. Anything thats packaged is a processed good. That includes your health foods, too. Look for the top super foods (nutrient-dense, low-calorie fruits and vegetables, like broccoli). These give the most vitamins and minerals to energize your body and heal and prevent strain to the muscles. 4)Drink loads of WATER. Research shows that people who drink and drink and drink water lose more weight and keep it off longterm. Whats more, itll up your metabolism to boot. In a recent study, a 30% increase (albeit temporary) was seen within 10 minutes of participants drinking 17 ounces of water. And its best to drink it cold your body takes energy to warm it up. And youll naturally cut out those sugary, empty calorie drinks like sodas and processed juices. Thats killing two birds with one stone. 5)Consume healthy fats. Dietary fat that comes from primarily monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats such as olive oils, fish oils, a mix of nuts, natural peanut butter and avocado is actually good for you. While its true that eating fat ups your caloric intake like none other, as long as you keep it between 20-30%, it can help you get results fast. Thats because it helps stabilize your insulin levels which, if they get too high, can cause fat retention. In addition, consuming fat will keep you sated for a longer period of time eating just protein or carbs leaves you traveling back to the fridge. So as long as theyre the good fats, youre good to go.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 19:10:43 +0000