Eight is Enough: 8 Helpful Weight Loss Tips from NewMeMD for Women

Ever wonder how some women are in near perfect shape and effortlessly maintain their ideal weight, while others seem to be trapped in an endless cycle of dieting (marked by a series of successes and failures)?!

We at NewMeMD have figured it out: Apparently there's something that women who maintain their weight and health do that the rest of us don’t…they work smarter, NOT harder.

Here are 8 helpful tips from our wellness team to help lead you down the path to a fitter and slimmer you--

1. Eat Breakfast.

The single most common characteristic shared among women who have achieved (and maintained!) their weight loss is this: They eat breakfast. Making a conscious effort to have that famous "most important meal of the day" can reduce hunger throughout the rest of your day and may decrease your likelihood of overeating or making poor food choices later. Oh and, "breaking your fast" from overnight can also help in increase your metabolism by at least 10% so go ahead. Eat up to slim down!

2. Drink Water.

The American Heart Association says women shouldn't eat or drink more than a total 6 teaspoons of sugar daily, yet the average American takes in an extra 385 calories (that's a whopping 23 teaspoons!) of this sweet stuff a day... or an excess of 140,000 unnecessary calories a year. The solution? Chug down more H2O. Simply swapping out sugary drinks with plain (or fresh fruit-infused) water may not seem like much, but it's a huge step you can make during your Operation Shed Pounds journey. Water not only energizes your muscles, it hydrates your skin, keeps your kidneys functioning properly and makes you feel fuller longer without all those unwanted calories!

3. Introduce Healthy Snacks Into Your Day.

Got snacks? If not, go get some. Preventing yourself from feeling overly hungry is another successful tool to weight loss. Whether you're at the office or on-the-go, always keep some healthy snacks (such as carrot sticks, a piece of fresh fruit or lean, low-sodium beef jerky) on hand to keep those hunger pangs at bay between meals!

4. Eat Whole Foods First.
Whole foods like fruits, vegetables and legumes (beans) contain lots of fiber, but very few calories. They can also satisfy your hunger while delivering nutrient rich foods to nourish your body. Our general rule of thumb is to aim for 80% of your entire diet to be derived from whole (and organic if possible) food sources.

5. Make Dinner Your Last Meal Of The Day.

Restaurants have rigid hours of operation, and your fridge and/or pantry should too! Putting a “Sorry We're Closed” sign in your kitchen is a great idea if you're watching your waistline. After dinner is finally served and stored away, put up your “Closed” sign for the night (even if that means just putting a Post-It note on your fridge). Recent research shows any extra calories consumed after 7:30 PM tend to tip the scales against  what your recommended daily consumption should be.

6. Exercise Daily.

Engaging in 30 minutes of "moderate intensity" aerobic activity for at least 5 days a week in conjunction with moderate-to-high intensity strength training at least two days a week can significantly improve your cardiovascular health. One thing to keep in mind though: Daily exercise is a skill you get better at over time. As long as you stick with it, your results will be clear. So whaddaya say? Let's get moving!

7. Sleep.

Not only does catchin' some Zzzzs provide you with the energy you need to exercise daily, it also regulates your metabolism, repairs your muscles AND improves your memory so you can remember why you're working so hard to establish new habits. Try to get at least 7 to 8 hours of rest each night, and you may find yourself healthier and fitter in practically no time!

8. Sign Up for a Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program.

Medically supervised weight loss (such as our programs at NewMeMD ) provide effective treatment in a clinical setting with an experienced medical doctor or other licensed healthcare professional. Our hCG Weight Loss regimen, for example, consists of various phases which are tailored to the needs of each of our patients who are seeking weight loss. This includes a one-on-one lifestyle evaluation, prescription medications (based on our doctors' recommendations), suggested meal planning, continual weight loss support, nutritional guidance and regular monitoring of your blood pressure/heart rate.

One of the most important rules for achieving your goal weight isn't about having good luck or being on a starvation diet-- it's actually about adopting healthy habits and sticking with them.

If you've been struggling with dropping those unwanted pounds or are searching for a safe & effective weight loss program VISIT OUR WEB SITE NOW for more information or call NewMeMD to get started TODAY: (251) 287-9714.

Here's to a fitter, slimmer YOU!
--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team

Out of House & Home: How to Eat Out WITHOUT Splurging on All the Calories

Increasingly busy lifestyles, long work hours and numerous daily commitments mean eating out has definitely become a daily part of our modern lives.

Unfortunately for those of us who love to enjoy a restaurant meal, it likely means many extra calories consumed because of the mix of larger portion sizes, the heavy use of oils or butter, as well as the fat-laden sauces on top of the marvelous main courses which are included (although we could request our entrees be prepared without them, right?!).

If you're one of the many Americans finding yourself seated at a local restaurant booth more than once a week, let us help you dodge the excess caloric consumption. Here's a fail-proof guide from our NewMeMD wellness team so you can enjoy eating out without going overboard:

1. Always have a snack before you go.
Arriving in a restaurant or post-work function while you're absolutely starving is a recipe for disaster when it comes to portion (and calorie) control. In this state of mind, you are more than likely to succumb all the entrees, drinks and extras that come along with it. For this reason, grabbing a protein-rich bar, some raw veggie sticks with cottage cheese or hummus or even gulping down a protein shake an hour before your meal will help take the edge off of those ravenous feelings so you're able to make better choices from the menu!

2. Choose your cuisine carefully.
In case you weren't already aware... Indian, Chinese and Thai foods tend to contain extremely high levels of fat, because they're comprised of sauces which are heavy on saturated fat (aka the "bad fat!"). Some dishes also involves a lot of batters, trans fats, MSG or other types of fattening oils for frying. With this combination of high-fat curries and fried foods eaten with large amounts of white rice, noodles and/or breads... it's easy to see how a calorie overload can result. So which are healthier alternatives? Japanese, Greek and even modern Australian cuisines have a better and wider range of menu options that could help you make better and much lower-calorie choices!

3. Size does matter.

The truth has always been known, that if we simply eat smaller portions of everything, way fewer of us would have weight problems. If possible, try to always focus on lighter menu options (the selection at restaurants nationwide are abundant these days). When your meals are brought to the table- if it involves portions of pasta, rice or meat far larger than what you know need to fill you up, simply visualize how much you know you'd eat at your home dinner table, and take the excess off your plate to share it with your fellow diners!

4. Add vegetables.
This is one of the biggest problems with dinners (or lunches) being had away from home. Veggies are something we all need for good health, but they're also something that can also help us feel fuller and satisfied at every meal. While they can sometimes be expensive when ordered as sides, "eating your veggies" is well worth paying the extra price to both help bulk up your meal, and to prevent giving into the temptation of noshing on extra chips or even more bread.

5. Always share your dessert. 
When it comes to desserts, no one is insisting you avoid them completely. The most pleasurable part of dessert is actually gained within your first few mouthfuls, so keep your portion small... Because after noticing the average dessert typically contains as many calories as your entire meal, it'll make sense why you should definitely share it with all people at your own table (and the one next to yours, if they're open to the idea)!

Easy enough, right? Abiding by these 5 steps when dining away from your own dinner table can definitely have an impact on how many calories you consume as well as the effect overeating can have on your waistline. 

Contact us TODAY or  visit our site NOW for additional weight management support or for information about our weight management products & services.

Here's to eating right, out of house & home!

--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team

Hunger Games: 4 Solutions to Enduring Your 1st Week of Your Weight Loss Program

Changing your diet. It’s not as easy as everyone thinks (as many of you already know), which is why powering through the initial days of your recent lifestyle change or your medical weight loss program can be difficult. 

Truth is, you may experience hunger pangs, nagging cravings or even unusual food-related thoughts racing through your mind during your first week. Guess what? You're not alone-- Many of us can relate.

Fortunately there are several easy ways to cope with feeling hungry during these moments... and our NewMeMD wellness team would like to share 4 of those potential solutions with you:

#1: Try Pickles.

If your cravings are haunting you about reaching for something salty and crunchy, try having some dill pickles. They're not only fat-free and carb-free, these cucumbers-in-disguise are also allowed during your prescription hCG program. Just be sure though, that the pickles you peck at don't contain added sugars and that you're not exceeding your recommended calorie limit for the day.

#2: Have a little snack.

Considering you will have a little wiggle room on your new reduced calorie regimen, noshing on something nutritious in between meals to curb your hunger is okay (in fact, we highly recommend it). For dieters in general, dried fruit or a handful of nuts are great options. If you're on an hCG program, however, opt for fresh fruit & veggies or any of the other snack suggestions listed on your "allowed foods" list.

#3: Drink extra water.

To make your stomach feel full, gulping down more H2O can help decrease the severity of those tormenting hunger pangs. Try drinking 8-12 ounces of water within 30 minutes of feeling hungry. By doing so you may even find that you were just thirsty or dehydrated instead of ravenous (our minds tend to confuse the two).

#4: Drink Tea.

Did you know your metabolism can actually slow down to conserve energy when your body isn't properly hydrated? That's right. So if you want to boost your metabolism for maximum calorie burning, drink up! One creative way to ramp up your water consumption is to make tea. Mint, peppermint, oolong, yerba mate and green teas (organic green tea is especially great for hCG dieters) can be ideal beverages for filling up... and they can also do wonders for suppressing your appetite.

Enduring the first week of a new diet, medical weight loss program or just about any type of lifestyle/behavioral change can be tough... but it can also be much easier by implementing solutions as simple as these. Try incorporating them TODAY... so you can stick to your guns about shedding that unwanted fat. For good.

You can do this!
--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team


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