31 Oct Keep away from unhealthy foods to avoid eating them
Absence not only makes the heart grow fonder, but it can help make the stomach stay flatter.
How’s that? If you avoid the temptation of eating fatty and sugary foods by keeping them completely absent from your house, you’re a lot less likely to consume them.
Along that same line of thinking, instead of trying to be a hero and prove your willpower by “eat
instead of trying to be a hero and prove your willpower by “eating small portions” or “ordering healthy” at the local restaurant that serves amazing cheeseburgers, you’d be better off to avoid it altogether.
“The most effective way to beat temptations is to avoid facing them in the first place,” said Cambridge researcher Molly Crockett, Ph.D.
Think of healthier alternatives to buy when at the grocery store or deciding to eat out.
When shopping, make sure to have a healthy meal first. You’re a lot more likely to make poor, impulse decisions at the grocery store when shopping on an empty stomach.
At Home Fitness consultant Aaron Dorksen’s blog deals with a variety of fitness topics, ranging from workout tips, motivational ideas and feature stories on how exercise impacts people’s lives. Consult a doctor before making any significant changes in your exercise routine or diet. E-mail him with comments, questions or ideas for future blogs at aaron@athomefitness.com