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8 Healthy Foods That Will Make You Gain Weight

Post author By Marian
Post date May 31, 2022
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…Did you know that certain healthy foods can make you gain weight?

We all know that in order to lose weight, we have to be in a caloric deficit. This means that you have to burn more calories than you consume. You can do this by eating less throughout the day, or you can work out more.

The best thing you can do in a case like this is to combine the two, so in order to stop gaining weight, you’ll have to eat healthily and constantly move your body.

Unfortunately, not all the foods that are labeled as healthy are actually that good for your body. They might contain a lot of calories, sugar, and artificial sweeteners, which will only make you gain weight.

If you believe that you do everything right, but you can’t still manage to shed off pounds, you should take a closer look at your diet. With that being said, here are 8 healthy foods that will make you gain weight.

…How many times have you gotten angry because of the fact that you eat healthily and workout a lot, but you still gain weight?

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1. Protein shakes and smoothies

Protein shakes and smoothies are extremely popular among fitness and health enthusiasts. It’s true that they can be very good for your body, especially if you prepare them at home and you also add your greens in, such as baby spinach or kale.

However, those that you can buy from local shops are not that great for your body. For instance, some premade smoothies can contain roughly 14 teaspoons of sugar, which means 55 grams, in just a single bottle of 15, 2 fl oz.

Protein shakes, on the other hand, can contain up to 400 calories per bottle. Unless you don’t want to gain weight, it’s better to prepare these types of foods at home.

They will be healthier and tastier, given the fact that you can easily control the ingredients you put in. Long story short, smoothies and protein shakes are mostly liquids that can be quickly consumed, making it harder for your body to realize that it’s full.

2. Dried fruit

Dried fruit is full of minerals, vitamins, fiber, and… sugar (more than fresh fruit). They might be delicious and healthy for you, but if you eat a whole bag of dried fruit, you might notice that you’ve gained weight.

If you like this snack as much as we do, it’s better to only stick to a 1/4-cup portion size. You can eat this plain, or pair it with a cup of Greek yogurt, a few nuts, and seeds, and you’ll have a sweet, crunchy, full of protein, and healthy snack or breakfast, that will keep you full for hours.

3. Nuts and seeds

We all know that nuts and seeds are very healthy for the human body, because they contain a lot of healthy fats, such as Omega-3, which are great for brain functioning, heart health, and keeping your hunger levels in check.

Besides that, nuts and seeds also contain minerals, and vitamins, which are nutrients that your body needs, but if you eat too much of them, you might gain weight. They have a lot of calories and you should only eat a handful of those if you want to get all the health benefits and not add on a few unnecessary pounds.

4. Flavored Coffees

Caffeine has the ability to act as a mild appetite suppressant, which makes many people drink more of it when they’re trying to shed off a few pounds. However, even though this is originally a healthy beverage for your body, you shouldn’t rely on it to drop a pant size.

Moreover, you should definitely refrain from certain types of coffee drinks, especially if you don’t want to gain weight. We know it might be a bit confusing, especially after we’ve just said that coffee can make you less hungry. But here’s the thing: many caffeinated beverages, such as cappuccinos, lattes, and frappes are full of milk, cream, sugar, and calories.

For example, a Venti Cinnamon Dolce Latte from Starbucks, made with skimmed milk and without any whipped cream, has no less than 280 calories and 12 teaspoons (50 grams). That’s crazy, especially given the fact that an adult should consume 40 grams of sugar, tops.

You might think that a daily cappuccino won’t do you any harm, but that sugary beverage will make you gain weight in the long run, so it’s better to limit your consumption as much as possible!

5. Protein bars

Many people tend to go for a protein bar whenever they feel like eating but don’t actually have enough time to sit down and enjoy a meal. It’s simple and convenient, and they also give you a bit of energy when you feel like taking a nap or drinking another cup of coffee.

Even though there are some healthy and nutritious protein bars out there, the truth is that a lot of them contain artificial ingredients and sugars that make you gain weight.

According to several nutritionists and fitness experts, in order to make sure that your protein bar is good for you, it should contain at least 12 grams of proteins and no more than 10 grams of sugar for the whole bar.

If you need a sweet pick-me-up snack in the middle of the day to keep your energy levels high, you can create your own protein balls at home with only natural ingredients, such as coconut flakes, clean protein powder, cocoa, dates, and so many other things.

…Have you ever tried making protein balls at home? They’re delicious!

6. Granola

Granola is one of the things that make me smile after a big dinner when I feel like I can’t eat anymore, but there it is: the crunchiness, the chocolaty taste, the sweet bite of granola makes me forget about my bellyache, and all I care about is indulging in a bowl of this sweet pleasure.

Granola is usually a healthy breakfast for the majority of Americans, but some of the brands out there aren’t as healthy as you might think. Even though it contains a lot of nutritious ingredients, such as coconut, oats, nuts, seeds, and cocoa nibs, it can be covered in added sugars to have a richer taste.

If you want to make sure that your beloved granola is actually healthy for your body, make sure that you stick to brands that have no more than 6 grams of sugar per serving.

But if you want to be sure that this pleasure of yours won’t make you gain weight, you can make your own granola at home by baking dried fruit, cocoa, oats, coconut, nuts, cinnamon, and coconut oil at a low temperature.

7. Peanut butter

Who doesn’t like to eat a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, or dip an apple or a banana topped with cinnamon in some creamy peanut butter? Originally, this type of food is good for you, because it contains a lot of healthy fats and protein that your body uses as fuel and energy.

However, several studies have discovered that peanuts contain some saturated fat, which can lead to heart issues when consumed in big quantities over time. Moreover, peanuts are also high in phosphorus, a chemical that can limit your body’s absorption of other minerals, such as iron and zinc.

You can still eat your favorite peanut butter, but make sure that the only ingredient on the list is actually peanuts and even in that situation, you shouldn’t eat more than the recommended serving size!

8. Sushi

Sushi is a type of food that can be both healthy and unhealthy for you, depending on the ingredient list. For instance, rolls filled with things such as tempura shrimp or sweet sauces are usually full of sugar and high in calories, while those that are filled with avocado, salmon, fresh fish, vegetables, and grilled shrimp are much healthier.

Another great thing you can do to make sure your meal is healthier and also richer in fiber is to opt for brown rice instead of white rice. However, regardless of the type of sushi you choose to consume, you should keep in mind that the soy sauce that comes with sushi is very high in sodium.

If your diet is rich in sodium, you are more likely to develop health issues, including kidney disease and congestive heart failure.

…Which one of these foods previously mentioned is your favorite? If you have any tips regarding how to shed off pounds or how to live a balanced life, feel free to share them with us by leaving them in the comments section down below!

…If you’ve enjoyed reading this article and you want to discover more tips when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, make sure to check this out as well: 17 Delicious Foods You Can Eat That Won’t Break the Scale!

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18 Foods to Avoid That Will Fatten You Right Away

Post author By Sidney
Post date April 23, 2022
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Let’s be honest, show me one person you know that doesn’t have at least one guilty pleasure when it comes to food. I can honestly say I have at least 20, but that’s just me. Foods that are our secret guilty pleasure are great when we have a bad day, when we want to celebrate something because we’ve been extremely brave or hard-working, or when we simply want to enjoy life. However, most of the time, if not always, our guilty pleasures aren’t healthy. I mean, that’s why they’re called guilty pleasures, right?

Even if it’s understandable to slip once in a while, we thought you should know which foods are fattening you right away. Not necessarily so you can avoid them completely, but maybe to feel even more guilty. Just kidding. Or am I?

Smoothie King’s Hulk Strawberry Smoothie

I know what you’re thinking: C’mon, fruit and yogurt aren’t that bad, right? I’m sorry to break this to you, but they are. Smoothies are oftentimes made with ice cream and milk, not to mention they can be crammed with sugar.

But there is a positive aspect when it comes to this type of smoothie in particular! This treat is known to give you a heads up…if you want to gain weight! At least that’s how it’s been listened to on the menu. But the calories in it?

Dear, it has more calories than two Big Macs put together. And I’m only talking about the small version of the smoothie. If you want to choose something else instead, go for the low-carb strawberry smoothie: it has 268 calories, 9g fat, and 3g sugar.

Starbucks’ Double Chocolaty Chip Frappuccino Blended Creme with whipped cream

First of all, wow that’s a long name! Well, from its title, it does sound bad, but in the end, how bad can it be? This is an afternoon pick-me-up that will instantly give you as much as one-third of the MAXIMUM fat you should have in ONE DAY, and over half a day’s saturated fats.

So Frappuccino Blended Creme…you’re bound to break our hearts, aren’t you? If you want something slightly lighter, your best bet would be a regular cup of coffee without all these bells and whistles.

I know, I know, there’s no joy, but it’s much healthier. If you simply don’t want to live without a Frappuccino, you can try a Coffee Frappuccino Light Blended Coffee: it has 130 calories, 0.5 fat, and 16g of sugar.

Coldstone’s PB&C Shake

If you reached that far, I guess you already know that I’m about to explain now why this milkshake isn’t healthy AT ALL. Well, here it is: it’s not healthy at all! Even worse, this particular shake is made with chocolate ice cream, milk, and PEANUT BUTTER, so it shouldn’t even be called a milkshake, but more like a calorie bomb.

It’s a frosty little monster that you probably adore, but it delivers the number of calories you should eat in one day and almost three and a half times the daily limit for the recommended saturated fat. You can try instead a 16-ounce Sinless Oh Fudge! Shake, which has the same chocolaty taste, but only a quarter of the calories and 2 tiny grams of fat.

Auntie Anne’s Jumbo Pretzel Dog

If you slightly forgot, Auntie Anne’s is selling snacks, not proper meals. But I guess this didn’t stop them from having products that contain almost half the daily upper limit of fat and sodium, right? At least that’s what I would conclude from trying Nathan’s hot dog wrapped in a pretzel bun.

If I didn’t convince you already, one Jumbo Pretzel Dog with butter has 610 calories, 29g of fat, 13g saturated, and 1,150mg of sodium. Instead, you can try the original pretzel without any butter and salt, and you’ll easily count down 310 calories, and only 1 gram of fat. Now we can talk about a snack!

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Cinnabon’s Caramel Pecanbon

I know, this dessert looks SO good, you could easily eat the picture. Not to mention that it has an extremely luring scent! But as a matter of fact, these decadent pastries are the ones that bring you the most trouble.

They contain about half the calories and all the fat you should consume throughout the day. In one dessert! One bun of Cinnabon’s Caramel Pecanbon has 1,092 calories, 56g of fat, and 47g of sugar. While there aren’t any other replacements for Cinnabon that could be even slightly healthier, you can try a Minibon, which is designed for smaller appetites. It has only 300 calories, and 11 grams of fat.

Wendy’s Sweet and Spicy Boneless Wings

A couple of years ago, Wendy’s came on the market with a groundbreaking item, claiming that it was supposed to be “as far as it can get from fast food”. But when it comes to calories, this meal won’t be that bad, if you don’t eat anything else at lunch.

However, it has the amount of salt you should have in an entire day, not to mention just one sitting. Only one order has 550 calories, 18g of fat, 27g of sugar, and 2,530mg of sodium. Instead, you can go for the Ultimate Chicken Grill, which is a grilled chicken breast on a sesame seed bun.

It has 320 calories, 7g of fat, and 8g of sugar. Please remember that given the fact it has 950 milligrams of sodium, you shouldn’t make a habit out of eating this.

Dunkin’ Donuts’ Coffee Cake Muffin

Muffins are oftentimes put in the same happy family as donuts. I mean, at least we love them just as much. But just like donuts, muffins can be shockingly high in fat. And the one that I mentioned, the Dunkin’ Donuts’ Coffee Cake Muffin, is especially offensive, as you would eat as well about three glazed donuts just to match the nutrients and calories in ONE muffin.

It has 620 calories, 25g of fat, 7g of saturated fats, 54g of sugar, and 93g of carbohydrates. Instead, you can try another breakfast treat. Go for the old-fashioned glazed donut, that has only 220 calories, 9g of fat, 12g of sugar, and 31g of carbs.

Olive Garden’s Grilled Shrimp Caprese

So, we’re talking about shrimp, who’s a low-fat, low-calorie, and very high in protein and iron food. So, you might be wondering: what’s not to like? The thing is, it has a garlic-butter sauce, which takes the dish to a whole new level.

Only the sauce racks up almost two-thirds of the recommended dose of daily fat, and about one and a half times the sodium limit. Only ONE plate of Olive Garden’s Grilled Shrimp Caprese has 900 calories, 41g of fat, and 3,490mg of sodium.

Instead, you can try a lighter version of the same dish, except you won’t get the melted cheese or the marinara sauce on the side. The Venetian Apricot Chicken is a great option, as it has only one-third the calories and 1/10 the fat.

Chili’s Onion String and Crispy Jalapeno Stack

Some diners and bloggers altogether were extremely outraged by the fried-onion Chili’s appetizer, the Awesome Blossom. Meanwhile, this unhealthy giant was removed from their menu, but it has been replaced by something only a bit better.

It’s an appetizer that’s meant to be shared, but even if you eat only one-quarter of this dish, you’ll reach your entire day’s limit of the fat. One appetizer has 2,130 calories, 213g of fat, 31g of saturated, and 1,320mg of sodium.

Truth to be told, we can’t recommend anything from Chili’s that would be particularly healthier. If you really want to have something from there, you can try the Chips and Hot sauce, as there are only 470 calories.

Macaroni Grill’s Kids’ Fettucine Alfredo

Theoretically, dishes that are meant to be for children should have fewer calories, right? I mean, they don’t need as many calories as we do. An average child of 10 to 12 years old(which is the upper age limit for many of the kids’ menus) will only need about 1,600 to 1,800 calories on a daily basis.

But the Macaroni Grill’s Kids’ Fettucine Alfredo has half of those calories, and more fat than any grown adult needs to eat in a day. One order has 890 calories, 67g of fat, and 1,480mg of sodium. You can convince your little ones into ordering the Grilled Chicken and Broccoli, as it has only

Quiznos’ Chicken With Honey Mustard Flatbread Salad

While we hear “salads” and we expect to talk about healthiness, it’s not only the case. There are so many unhealthy salads lurking around, that it’s actually confusing. They might promise us grilled chicken, leafy greens, and even fewer carbs, but what we get is bacon, cheddar cheese, and super high-fat dressings.

Oh, especially the high-fat dressings! The same goes for this Quiznos’ Chicken with Honey Mustard Flatbread Salad, so don’t let yourself be tricked by the “salad” word. As you can see, it’s the last one standing even on the title.

This salad will cost you half a day’s calories, so it’s simply not worth it. Instead, you should try The Cantina Chicken Sammie, which has 205 calories, and it’s ACTUALLY low fat.

Pizza Hut’s Meaty P’Zone

This 1-pound monster is for those of you who don’t want to share. You really want all those calories by yourself, don’t you? But as a matter of fact, these pizza-crust calzones are recommended to be shared with others, preferably with other 10 people.

Because eating the whole thing by yourself is not only disastrous for your daily calorie intake, but it also messes up your daily limit of sodium. One whole P’Zone has 1,480 calories, 66g of fat, and 3,680mg of sodium. Instead, you can try one slice of Natural Veggie Lover’s multigrain crust pizza, which had only 190 calories, which is A LOT less.

Lunchables’ New Wholesome Deep Dish Pepperoni Fun Pack

The ideal lunch box would keep a balance between taste, fun, and nutrition. But Lunchables aren’t ready to deliver that. Or maybe they don’t want to. Instead, they will deliver you 470 calories, 20g of fat, and 880mg of sodium.

The nutrition info for this delicious monster is based on a 2,000-calories-a-day diet, which might be needed by SOME of you. But it’s so processed, and so high in fat and sodium, that you might want to skip it.

Instead, you can try another variety of Wholesome Lunchables, such as the Turkey and Cheddar Club, which has extra water and applesauce instead of cookies and fruit punch, and only 360 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 600 milligrams of sodium.

Ruffles’ Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips

So you should know that Ruffles’ Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips aren’t just full of ridges, but it also has 17% of the upper limit of fat you just eat in a day in only one serving. In this case, we’re talking about a low-calorie intake, but there are big chances you won’t resume only one serving, as most of their packages are the larger 1.5-ounce size.

Instead, you could try Baked! Ruffles in the original flavor. You’ll eat only 120 calories, 3 grams of fat, and only 200 milligrams of sodium. It’s a big difference, as you will also get some fiber and protein.

Haagen Dazs’ Dulce de Leche Low-Fat Frozen Yogurt

This frozen yogurt is extremely tasty, but not that healthy. Truth to be told, I think this is the queen of guilty treats. And luckily for us, there are some decadent flavors that might surprise us, as they have less fat than regular ice cream.

But this is not the case. However, it’s worth mentioning that this flavor has 15 grams less fat than other ice cream flavors. But it has 25 grams of sugar. One serving, which is half a cup, will come with 190 calories, 2.5g of fat, and 25g of sugar. Instead, you could try Edy’s, which has a french vanilla flavor with only 100 calories, 3 grams of fat, and 14 grams of carbs.

Kar’s Yogurt Apple

Why wouldn’t this snack be super healthy? I mean it has the words yogurt, apple, and nut in its description, right? However, a serving size is 1 ounce. But the tiny snack, that you might often find in various vending machines, has nearly three times as much, meaning 2.75 ounces.

Also, bags in stores have five times as much. If you eat the 2.75-ounce bag, you’ll have already consumed 412 calories, which is the same amount of calories that you can find in one Snickers bar. By having a Kar’s Yogurt Apple Instead, try choosing something a bit healthier, such as Peeled Snacks. You’ll eat only 150 calories and 6 grams of fat.

Arnold’s Whole Grain Country White Bread

Don’t let yourself be tricked by the “whole grain” trick. At least not before you know all the facts. Even if “whole grain” sounds amazing, this particular product won’t offer you the amount of heart-healthy whole grains you need. At least not as much as other products with “100% whole grain” would.

Two slices of this beauty have 220 calories, 4g of fat, 420mg of sodium, 42g of carbs, and 4g of fiber. There’s no deal here. Instead, you can try Arnold’s Light line of bread, such as the 100% Whole Wheat one(as I said before). It has only 80 calories, 1g of fat, and 160mg of sodium.

Reese’s Puffs Cereal

You should know that having a bowl of these sugary puffs at breakfast can be worst for you than waking up on the wrong side of the bed. One serving of these tasty breakfast cereals contains more sugar than the actual Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.

A 3/4 cup serving with half a cup of skim milk has 160 calories, 3g of fat, and 12g of sugar. Instead, you can try something more organic and natural, such as EnviroKidz Peanut Butter Panda Puffs from Nature’s Path. While there might be the same amount of calories, you’ll eat less sugar.

If you enjoyed reading this article, we also recommend reading: 10 Things That Happen if You Go Vegan for One Month

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7 Uncommon Reasons You Can’t Shed Off the Pounds

Post author By Marian
Post date April 12, 2022
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…How many times have you tried to shed off unnecessary pounds?

I’ll answer this one myself: more than I can actually count! I was always a chubby girl, with thick thighs, a little, fluffy belly, and short, only 5’1”.

I remember that I started gaining weight when my dad had a friend that was the owner of a candy shop and they used to give me a lot of chocolate and biscuits that were full of delicious but unhealthy cream.

I used to stuff my face with a lot of processed desserts and chips and I didn’t eat that much nutritious food. When I realized that my weight was completely out of control for my height, I started to read about diets.

I tried the Dukan diet, the keto one, and the dissociated diet, but I couldn’t restrict myself. I even tried to be vegan to lose weight and get rid of that annoying fat, but the only thing that happened was actually gaining a few more pounds.

As you can see by now, I wasn’t that much of a lucky girl when it comes to the way my body looks, and I sure didn’t have a “teenager metabolism”.

My whole perspective started to change when I realized that I didn’t need a quick fix, but a permanent change. This is when I decided to completely change my lifestyle and forget about all the diets that I’ve tried.

I started practicing intuitive and mindful eating, along with working out and living a healthy lifestyle overall. By doing so, I discovered that I am able to have the body that I want, while I’m also happy and I don’t restrict myself.

I know that I’m not the only one who is sick of the extra pounds of fat, so in today’s article, I want to share all my tips and tricks with you. Without further ado, here are 7 uncommon reasons you can’t shed off the pounds.

Reasons You Can’t Shed Off the Pounds

1. You don’t eat enough PROTEIN

Don’t get me wrong, you don’t have to start eating like a bodybuilder, but according to several data, if you want to lose weight while also building muscle, you need to incorporate protein into your diet.

That means that you need to eat 0.8 to 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight. For instance, if your weight is 150 pounds, you will need 120 to 150 of protein in a day.

Protein is one of the most important macronutrients when it comes to reaching your weight loss goals. The reason why I’m telling you to eat more of it is that it keeps you fuller for longer, it helps you burn more calories throughout the day, and it can help you build more muscle.

Speaking of muscle mass, the more of it that you have, the more calories you’ll burn even if you lie on the couch, watching your favorite TV show. See, it’s a win-win situation!

Some great sources of protein are eggs, fish, chicken, turkey, beans, chickpeas, lentils, cheese, and yogurt! Make sure to load up on those, if you want to feel satisfied for a longer period of time, reduce cravings, and speed up your metabolism!

2. You are afraid of weights

…This one is for women!

We all know that men are all about lifting weights, especially if they want to feel strong and look like the guys in action movies! However, women are exactly the opposite!

The majority of them believe that if they lift weights when they work out, they will get bulky and look even bigger than they initially were! Let me tell you something: this is NOT true!

Women don’t have enough hormones, such as testosterone, to help them get that much amount of muscle, so it takes a lot of time, a lot of calories, and hundreds of grams of protein, to look the way men do!

Lifting weight helps you increase muscle mass, shape your body, burn fat easily, tone up, and burn more calories throughout the day! Another benefit of resistance training is the fact that if you push yourself hard enough, your heart rate will go up, which in the end can feel like both a strength and cardio workout!

3. You don’t eat whole foods

You might think that the golden rule when it comes to shedding pounds is to burn more calories than you consume. You are right, but you also have to be mindful of what you’re actually putting into your body.

For instance, you might burn 700 calories after a strength training session at the gym or at home, but if you eat an entire block of chocolate (which might have 500 calories), you won’t lose weight the way you want, even if you have a 200 calorie deficit from working out.

That is because the chocolate contains a lot of sugar your body actually doesn’t need, so you’ll end up staying the same. This is why it’s important to eat whole, nutritious foods.

They will fuel your muscles, making them stronger, and improving your overall health. In addition to that, you will feel fuller for longer and you’ll reach your goals faster!

Keep in mind that there are many processed foods that have the words “healthy” or “bio” on the packaging, but that doesn’t mean they are good for you. Make sure to read the ingredient list and if there are any ingredients that you don’t know, it might be better to stay away from them!

3. You forget about cardio

Even though we said that you shouldn’t be scared to lift weights, you also need to include cardio into your workout routine, especially if you want to see results faster!

Cardio means cardiovascular exercise and is a type of movement that increases your heart rate and helps you burn fat and gain endurance! You don’t need to run an hour on the treadmill to get a good cardio workout in!

You can swim, go to a cycling class, jog, dance, run in the park, or even take a walk in your neighborhood!

…If you think about skipping your cardio days, remember that this type of exercise is great for your lower belly and your waistline!

4. You don’t sleep enough

You know that experts recommend getting at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep every night and they are completely right! Besides feeling moody all day and being unproductive, lack of sleep can make your body hold on to those extra pounds you hate, and it can also make you crave high processed foods, such as sweets and chips!

When you don’t sleep enough, your body tries to make up for it by giving you signals you need extra food to survive the day! In addition to that, several studies have discovered that a poor sleeping schedule is one of the main risk factors for obesity.

For instance, both children and adults who don’t sleep enough have a 55% and 89% higher risk of developing obesity!

…Make sure to get your zzzs in every night!

5. You hold on to diets

If you’re one of those people who’ve tried all diets under the sun, your metabolism might be confused. If your body is used to losing weight with the help of diets, it might hit a plateau, which means that you won’t see any results for a certain period of time!

Long story short, it might be time to take a break and focus on increasing your daily calorie intake, lifting weights, sleeping more, prioritizing rest days, and focusing on whole foods!

6. You drink your calories

Even though flavored coffee and sodas taste very good, they are not healthy for you!

Drinking processed beverages, such as flavored coffee, sodas, energy drinks, fruit juices, and even sports drinks, can make you consume a lot more sugar than you need to!

Make sure to stay away from them or limit the intake to once a week only!

7. You are too stressed

Even though it might sound weird, stress can make your body hold on to those annoying pounds!

When you are involved in a situation that makes you feel stressed and tense, your body releases a hormone called cortisol. This substance can make you overeat and it also increases your insulin levels, which will make your blood sugar drop.

As a result, you will crave sugary and fatty foods in order to help you cope with the stress you feel!

CONCLUSION

To sum up this article, we can say that you need to eat healthily, move your body, get enough sleep, consume whole foods, and make sure to stay away from stress in order to shed off the pounds you don’t need!

…If you want to read more about health and wellness, we recommend this article: 9 Shocking Reasons Why Your Stomach Hurts All The Time!

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