Actual Science Based Tips to Lose Weight

The weight loss industry is full of myths.

Here are weight loss tips that are actually evidence-based.

Drink Water, Especially Before Meals

Drinking water can help with weight loss — it’s true.

Drinking water can boost metabolism by 24–30% over a period of 1–1.5 hours, helping you burn off a few more calories.

One study showed that drinking a half-liter (17 ounces) of water about half an hour before meals helped dieters eat fewer calories and lose 44% more weight, compared to those who didn’t drink the water.

Don't Diet — Eat Healthy Instead

One of the biggest problems with diets is that they rarely work in the long term.

If anything, people who diet tend to gain more weight over time, and studies show that dieting is a consistent predictor of future weight gain.

Instead of going on a diet, aim to become a healthier, happier and fitter person. Focus on nourishing your body instead of depriving it.

Weight loss should then follow naturally.

Eat Whole, Single-Ingredient Foods (Real Food)

If you want to be a leaner, healthier person, then one of the best things you can do for yourself is to eat whole, single-ingredient foods.

These foods are naturally filling, and it's very difficult to gain weight if the majority of your diet is based on them.

Do Aerobic Exercise

Doing aerobic exercise (cardio) is an excellent way to burn calories and improve your physical and mental health.

It appears to be particularly effective for losing belly fat, the unhealthy fat that tends to build up around your organs and cause metabolic disease.

(Note: If you are taking our weight loss supplement or any other weight loss supplement, you need to pair that with a good diet and exercise plan. There is no such thing as a magic pill that will make you lose weight by itself. Weight loss supplements are there to amplify the effects of your diet and exercise. By taking Nutri-Thin your body will have all the tools it needs to burn off that fat… as long as you are doing your part as well. Taking Nutri-Thin will also give you the energy and the positive frame of mind to have success with your diet and exercise programs.)

Lift Weights

One of the worst side effects of dieting is that it tends to cause muscle loss and metabolic slowdown, often referred to as starvation mode.

The best way to prevent this is to do some sort of resistance exercise such as lifting weights. Studies show that weightlifting can help keep your metabolism high and prevent you from losing precious muscle mass.

Of course, it's important not just to lose fat — you also want to build muscle. Resistance exercise is critical for a toned body.

Eat Spicy Foods

Chili peppers contain capsaicin, a spicy compound that can boost metabolism and reduce your appetite slightly.

(Note: cayenne capsaicin is in our weight loss supplement Nutri-Thin. This is to help you burn extra calories just by simply taking the supplement)

Eat Eggs for Breakfast

Eating whole eggs can have all sorts of benefits, including helping you lose weight.

Studies show that replacing a grain-based breakfast with eggs can help you eat fewer calories for the next 36 hours as well as lose more weight and body fat.

If you don’t eat eggs, that's fine. Any source of quality protein for breakfast should do the trick.

Eat More Fiber

Fiber is often recommended for weight loss.

Although the evidence is mixed, some studies show that fiber (especially viscous fiber) can increase satiety and help you control your weight over the long term.

Eat More Vegetables and Fruits

Vegetables and fruits have several properties that make them effective for weight loss.

They contain few calories but a lot of fiber. Their high water content gives them low energy density, making them very filling.

Studies show that people who eat vegetables and fruits tend to weigh less.

Drink Coffee (Preferably Black)

Coffee has been unfairly demonized. Quality coffee is loaded with antioxidants and can have numerous health benefits.

Studies show that the caffeine in coffee can boost metabolism by 3–11% and increase fat burning by up to 10–29%.

Just make sure not to add a bunch of sugar or other high-calorie ingredients to your coffee. That will completely negate any benefits.

Drink Green Tea

Like coffee, green tea also has many benefits, one of them being weight loss.

Though green tea contains small amounts of caffeine, it is loaded with powerful antioxidants called catechins, which are believed to work synergistically with caffeine to enhance fat burning.

Although the evidence is mixed, many studies show that green tea (either as a beverage or a green tea extract supplement) can help you lose weight.

Try Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting is a popular eating pattern in which people cycle between periods of fasting and eating.

Short-term studies suggest intermittent fasting is as effective for weight loss as continuous calorie restriction.

Additionally, it may reduce the loss of muscle mass typically associated with low-calorie diets. However, higher-quality studies are needed before any stronger claims can be made.

Take a Glucomannan Supplement

A fiber called glucomannan has been linked to weight loss in several studies.

This type of fiber absorbs water and sits in your gut for a while, making you feel more full and helping you eat fewer calories.

Studies show that people who supplement with glucomannan lose a bit more weight than those who don't.

Cut Back on Added Sugar

Added sugar is one of the worst ingredients in the modern diet. Most people consume way too much.

Studies show that sugar (and high-fructose corn syrup) consumption is strongly associated with an increased risk of obesity, as well as conditions including type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

If you want to lose weight, cut back on added sugar. Just make sure to read labels, because even so-called health foods can be loaded with sugar.

Eat Less Refined Carbs

Refined carbohydrates include sugar and grains that have been stripped of their fibrous, nutritious parts. These include white bread and pasta.

Studies show that refined carbs can spike blood sugar rapidly, leading to hunger, cravings and increased food intake a few hours later. Eating refined carbs is strongly linked to obesity.

If you're going to eat carbs, make sure to eat them with their natural fiber.

Go on a Low-Carb Diet

If you want to get all the benefits of carb restriction, then consider going all the way and committing to a low-carb diet.

Numerous studies show that such a regimen can help you lose 2–3 times as much weight as a standard low-fat diet while also improving your health.

Use Smaller Plates

Using smaller plates has been shown to help some people automatically eat fewer calories

However, the plate-size effect doesn’t appear to affect everyone. Those who are overweight seem to be more affected.

Exercise Portion Control or Count Calories

Portion control — simply eating less — or counting calories can be very useful, for obvious reasons.

Some studies show that keeping a food diary or taking pictures of your meals can help you lose weight.

Anything that increases your awareness of what you are eating is likely to be beneficial.

Keep Healthy Food Around in Case You Get Hungry

Keeping healthy food nearby can help prevent you from eating something unhealthy if you become excessively hungry.

Snacks that are easily portable and simple to prepare include whole fruits, nuts, baby carrots, yogurt and hard-boiled eggs.