Eat More... Weigh Less

I know many people are familiar with the "eat more, weigh less" phrase, but how can that be applied to our daily lives? First, caloric intake must be considered. Most adults require between 1800-2000 calories a day, depending on their activity levels. When considering healthy eating choices, a person can actually consume a great quantity in that amount. A typical fast-food order can actually be 1800 calories and would consist of 2 cheeseburgers, 1 small fry, and a small milkshake. On the other hand, 1 Healthy Choice or Lean Cuisine meal has less calories than the cheeseburger itself. If you are determined to still have a fast-food type of meal, cook your own burgers at home. Try a soy-based or turkey patty and look for a reduced fat cheese. Incorporate a wheat or grain-based bun and load up your burger with veggies. With time constraints, I realize that this is not a possible option everyday, but then again, who said we were supposed to eat burgers everyday? And if you truly feel the need to, you can always cook ahead of time, freeze, and reheat. Stay tuned for more healthy living tips.