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It all begins with something along the lines of “oh I’ll start my diet tomorrow” or “just this one last cookie” or whatever excuse you tell yourself to avoid starting a new diet. This is your first mistake. The time is NOW! The easiest way to get started is to jump in feet first, so don’t hesitate.
First of all there is something you have to realize and come to terms with, a temporary diet is just that, a temporary fix. What comes along with that temporary fix is temporary weight loss, when you go back to your “normal” diet you pack those pounds right back on.
The solution here is to make this your go to diet. Unfortunately losing weight and keeping it off requires a complete lifestyle change for some, but the results you will see because of this change will be worth the pain of missing out on your hamburger or cheesesteak every once in awhile.
No one is suggesting that you give up every food that you love, just try to remember to do so in moderation.
Skip your usual lunch and substitute it for a high protein, high carb, low fat smoothie. In order to get all the nutrients you need from your smoothie while keeping it healthy there are a few things you are going to want to include.
First you need something to use as a base. If you like dairy products the best choice here is Greek yogurt because it has 22 grams of protein per cup which is as good as it gets. You can either use 0% fat Greek Yogurt or full fat Greek Yogurt.
Second you want to add a good source of carbohydrates and antioxidants. Go with a half banana here paired with 1/2 cup of mixed frozen berries.
Third you need a replacement fat. If you chose the whole milk Greek yogurt, you can skip this step. To get the necessary fats we need from our diet, add 2 tablespoons of your favorite nut butter.
Fourth add water and ice to your shake if you prefer, blend and enjoy.