How to Lose Weight Without Excercising

Not all bacteria are created equal, especially in your gut. Researchers are just beginning to understand the role of microbiota (gut bacteria) in weight and metabolism function, but some recent research links obesity with an imbalance of certain bacterial strains.

While taking a probiotic is no silver bullet for weight loss, it certainly can’t hurt. Plus, probiotics can boost your overall health and immunity. You can try taking a probiotic supplement or eating fermented foods like yogurt and miso.

The three rules of real estate also apply to losing weight: location, location, location. Keeping unhealthy foods out of sight also keeps them out of your mouth.

In one study, people who lived in households that kept high calorie foods visible were more likely to weigh more than those who lived in homes where only a bowl of fruit was on display. So, clean house and hide your treats!

Adequate sleep is essential to weight loss (and for lots of other reasons!).

Failing to get your beauty rest can do a number on appetite-regulating hormones like leptin and ghrelin. Fluctuations in these hormones can make you hungry and make you crave unhealthy foods — all the more reason to hit snooze.

Finding your bliss can also help you find your goal weight. Like lack of sleep, chronic stress can throw a wrench in your hormonal balance. Plus, many of us tend to cope with stress by eating comfort food that’s probably not the healthiest.

Yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises are all simple and reliable ways to help keep your stress levels in check.

It goes without saying that water should be your beverage of choice even if you’re not trying to lose weight. But water can work wonders on your waistline, especially if you drink some before chowing down.

Research has shown that downing two glasses of water 30 minutes before a meal can reduce hunger and overall calorie intake.

The harsh truth is that portion sizes aren’t what they used to be. They’re MUCH bigger, especially in restaurants.

Putting more on your plate can lead to overeating and weight gain, but that doesn’t mean you have to starve. Just be mindful and serve yourself a bit less than you would normally. You won’t miss the extra calories.

As tempting as it might be to binge-watch your favorite show while going to town on your favorite meal, it’s best to minimize distractions while eating if you’re trying to lose weight.

If you’re not mindful of what’s going into your mouth, you’re much more likely to overeat. One study found that people consumed 10 percent more if they were distracted during their meals.

If you regularly use social media or watch TV while eating, try to go screen-free.

The link between vitamin D and weight loss isn’t crystal clear, but folks in larger bodies tend to have lower levels of vitamin D in their blood. Even more interestingly, people who lose weight tend to experience an increase in vitamin D.

Some research suggests that supplementing with vitamin D can aid weight loss and fat burning. Whether you take a supplement, catch some sun, or eat vitamin D-rich foods, this vitamin comes with the added benefits of stronger bones and increased immunity.

Sugary beverages and soda are nutritionally useless and calorie-dense. These things should be the first thing to go if you’re looking to lose some weight. Try replacing these drinks with water.

Odd as it may seem, some research has found that eating food off red plates can help people eat less. This color bias may be due to the fact that many warning and stop signals are red. Whatever the reason, it’s worth a try, especially when eating less-healthy foods.

Too often we eat with everything but our stomachs. We eat with our eyes and sometimes our emotions. As a result, we don’t always stop when we’re satisfied but rather when we’re borderline exploding.

Practicing mindful eating means staying present at meals and snacks and listening to your body’s internal cues and cravings. The next time you sit down to eat, slow down and really pay attention to how you feel throughout your meal.

Shared family meals have be found to encourage healthy eating habits that influence long-term nutritional health.

That being said, there are all kinds of families, and certain familial situations are anything but healthy. With those variables in mind, eating in good company is always a good idea.

Healthy fats are your friend when you’re trying to lose weight. Unsaturated fats (found in fish, nuts, avocados, and olive oil) and even some saturated fats (like those in butter and coconut) keep you feeling full longer and help you absorb certain vitamins.

That doesn’t mean you should go ham on fats, but you definitely shouldn’t avoid them. The only fats you should really steer clear of, whether you want to lose weight or not, are chemically processed trans fats.

Preparing your meals in advance, at least partially, can help streamline your cooking process and your waistline. Let’s face it: Life and work come at you fast, and you don’t always have the time or energy to shop for and cook a meal from scratch.

Instead, try to get to the grocery store once or twice a week and prepare parts of your meals in advance, like cooking several portions of rice or grilling a few pieces of chicken. That way you can grab, go, and reheat as needed.

No gym, no problem