Do you know why experts often warn people to take care of their physical and mental health? Because an unhealthy body and mind not only harm yourself but also your loved ones. For example, parents who have certain illnesses are sure to affect the lives of their children. I am inviting you, the readers, to become aware of the importance of maintaining health, starting with regulating your daily diet.
How to Set Up a Non-Extreme Diet?
Perhaps the term "diet" has stuck with most people as an extreme term. Someone who has decided to go on a diet means that he has to make regular changes to his diet throughout his life. So the question is, do most people strong enough for a lifetime of extreme diets? Of course not. Extreme diets could cause serious health problems, so don't fall for them. Here are 3 tips that I can share for you to apply to a healthy diet.
- Calculating Calorie Intakes
Everyone has different calorie intakes to be based on age, height, weight, and other health conditions. By calculating the daily calorie intake, we could design a meal plan to achieve nutritional goals and ensure the body gets the energy it needs. As a result, the physiological functions of the body continue to work normally and we can perform normal activities without feeling weak.
- Control meal portions
Another way to be applied is to control the portion of your meal. Many rumors are going around in the community about the bans on the diet. Do not eat fatty foods, rich in carbohydrates, and so on. The reason is that all types of food are still needed by the body, just only in certain amounts. You can adopt a balanced diet based on the Pedoman Isi Piringku guidelines by dividing the plate into:
- A quarter for meat or protein sources
- A quarter for carbohydrates
- The rest is for green vegetables and fruits
Following these tips, don't forget to also avoid high-sugar foods to avoid drastic weight gain and blood sugar spikes.
- Enjoy your meal
Eat at the table without rushing. Start by first appreciating the foods you can eat today. Chew the food slowly and enjoy the taste. This method can make you feel more satisfied and full because our bodies have enough time to send satiety signals to the brain. Unlike when we eat too fast, the body doesn't have enough time to send the signal. This makes the stomach feel unsatisfied and the tongue still wants to chew.
I am still learning to adopt a healthy diet that is not extreme to keep the body fit and healthy. Through this article, I invite all Indonesian women to share their stories while following a healthy diet. Share tips and experiences you feel after undergoing these 3 tips on Fitie. Check out the Fitie application that you can download from the Play Store or App Store to your gadget to connect with all Indonesian women who are on a diet. Stay healthy!