Can trying to lose weight in a month make you feel sluggish? It
can if you are cutting out or cutting down on the wrong foods. One of
the main types of food that is cause for weight gain and a sluggish
feeling is sugar. Ooh, the evil substance we know we should avoid, but
it is so tempting and yummy.
Just how evil is sugar? First of all, when you eat sugar or foods made of sugar, your blood sugar levels soar high and you may feel energetic or even happy. Some of the happy feelings come from a hormone that is released and then reinforces the behavior of eating sugary foods. Man, that's mean! Hold on, it get's worse. After, your body experiences a "sugar high" the blood sugar levels then drop and you feel sluggish and tired again. The good, happy feeling is gone. Bummer, just when life was so good!
But, there is more to this evil plot. Now that your blood sugar level is low again, you feel hungry. Your hunger meter is set on high and you feel like you could eat a whole meal, or at least two more cookies. So, your body and brain remind you of how happy you were when you had the previous cookies, so you go ahead and eat more. It becomes a vicious cycle.
You can see how easily sugar can become an addiction. But, don't feel discouraged. There is hope. You can overcome sugar addictions and lose weight in a month at the same time. A motivating factor can be that once the foods with sugar are out of your diet, you will feel more energetic, and have lasting energy.
How To Lose Weight In A Month
*Cut out sugar. Anyone can do anything for only a month. Cut out all sweets, treats, desserts, candies, etc. Also, cut out beverages that contain sugar. You will be surprised that after 1 week you will have a ton more energy. After 2 weeks of eating sugar-free, you will not crave it anymore.
*Cut out refined foods. Only eat whole grain foods like brown rice, 100% whole wheat bread, tortillas, and pasta. To increase the amount of weight you lose in a month, decrease your intake of these carbohydrates.
*Drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated will aid in flushing the sugar out of your system and help you to feel satisfied. Drink water whenever you feel cravings.
Just how evil is sugar? First of all, when you eat sugar or foods made of sugar, your blood sugar levels soar high and you may feel energetic or even happy. Some of the happy feelings come from a hormone that is released and then reinforces the behavior of eating sugary foods. Man, that's mean! Hold on, it get's worse. After, your body experiences a "sugar high" the blood sugar levels then drop and you feel sluggish and tired again. The good, happy feeling is gone. Bummer, just when life was so good!
But, there is more to this evil plot. Now that your blood sugar level is low again, you feel hungry. Your hunger meter is set on high and you feel like you could eat a whole meal, or at least two more cookies. So, your body and brain remind you of how happy you were when you had the previous cookies, so you go ahead and eat more. It becomes a vicious cycle.
You can see how easily sugar can become an addiction. But, don't feel discouraged. There is hope. You can overcome sugar addictions and lose weight in a month at the same time. A motivating factor can be that once the foods with sugar are out of your diet, you will feel more energetic, and have lasting energy.
How To Lose Weight In A Month
*Cut out sugar. Anyone can do anything for only a month. Cut out all sweets, treats, desserts, candies, etc. Also, cut out beverages that contain sugar. You will be surprised that after 1 week you will have a ton more energy. After 2 weeks of eating sugar-free, you will not crave it anymore.
*Cut out refined foods. Only eat whole grain foods like brown rice, 100% whole wheat bread, tortillas, and pasta. To increase the amount of weight you lose in a month, decrease your intake of these carbohydrates.
*Drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated will aid in flushing the sugar out of your system and help you to feel satisfied. Drink water whenever you feel cravings.
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