eat. workout. repeat.

May 28th
9:05 PM

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alice’s best tips: foods you should watch out for

1. fat free foods
i’m not saying fat free foods are bad. i mean i eat plain fat free yogurt all the time. but you should be suspicious of most foods that claim to be “fat free”. fat free means that the food doesn’t contain any fat so instead of adding butter, or oil, or other fat sources, what do you think the companies add? more chemicals, more sugar, more fillers, and etc. sometimes fat free products have more calories and are worse for you. so next time, make sure you read the ingredients!

2. smoothies
smoothies are “healthy” because they contain fruits, right? not quite. some smoothies can be healthy if they use the right ingredients but most are not. most smoothies use fruit juices with added sugars, ice creams, sugary yogurts, and etc. if you want to buy a smoothie to drink, check the ingredients before hand or ask the people at the counter what goes in the smoothies!

3. greek yogurt
i love me some greek yogurt! they’re a great protein source - if you choose wisely. i mean all greek yogurts are technically a protein source but some are not “great” because of their sugar content. yes. i’m talking about the flavored greek yogurts. sure not all may be bad but most are. most of the sugars in the flavored greek yogurts are not natural sugars so if you want to have greek yogurt, go for the plain and add your own fruits, honey, and more!

4. sugar free foods
similar to fat free foods, sugar free foods have chemicals, artificial sweeteners, and sugar alcohols and sometimes, sugar free foods are just as bad or worse than the regular ones. so again, read the ingredients and make the right decisions!

5. trail mix
nuts, dried fruits, seeds, a little bit of chocolate: healthy right? ehhhh. in most trail mixes, the fruits are coated with sugar and the nuts with salt. and not to mention other high calorie add ins like m&ms, chocolate chips, and more. so look fore ones with naturally dried fruits, seeds, unsalted nuts and etc. or just make your own!
6. granola
granola is kind of like trail mix. with the right ingredients, it can be very healthy but most granolas have their fair share of calories and fat thanks to a large amount of oil, sugar-coated fruits, chocolate / yogurt chips, and etc. so look for granolas with whole-grain oats, no HFCS / hydrogenated oils, and little sugar + fat. but still remember, PORTION CONTROL!
7. “whole wheat”, “bran”, “high fiber”, and etc.
just because it says “whole wheat”, “bran”, “high fiber”, it doesn’t mean its good for you. they may just contain a little bit of whole wheat flour, or wheat germ, or chicory root. read the ingredients or go for foods that are 100% whole grain.

8. energy bars
some energy bars are worse than candy bars with their sky-soaring sugar contents. on top of that, they’re really processed and calorie dense so don’t rely on energy bars and pack other more natural snacks instead. if you must have energy bars, read the ingredients & nutritional info!

9. vegetable chips
yes they’re vegetable. but they’re fried. i mean you can have vegetable chips but don’t go to town with them, thinking they’re better than regular chips. measure out a serving and just have that much!

what do you think?

May 23rd
8:04 PM

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alice’s best tips: getting support on your health journey

being healthy - everybody has a different goal whether it’s eating healthier, losing weight, increasing fitness, and etc. and sometimes, getting support is hard and without support, this journey can be very difficult.

i’m very lucky to have support from my family and recognition from my friends. when i say that i have support from my family, i mean my mom prepares different meals for me most of the time (done my way), we don’t go out to eat frequently, my grandma makes modifications to certain dishes, and etc. and when i say i have recognition from my friends, i mean they offer to workout with me sometimes, don’t ride me about eating healthy, don’t care if i choose not to eat certain things at certain times, and etc. i mean support makes my life easier!

so here are some tips, hoping that they will make things easier and more successful!

parents
1. let them know about their goals and MAKE SURE THEY KNOW how important this is to you
2. do your part. for example, for dinner, volunteer to make a salad. or volunteer to roast veggies. there’s always something you can do.
3. don’t force it on them. you can’t just expect your family to start eating egg whites and fruits for breakfast and eat grilled veggies and lean meat for dinner.
4. go easy. ask if they can buy 100% whole wheat bread instead of white. ask them if they can have more veggies or salads with dinner. baby steps. baby steps.

at first, my parents were sometimes annoyed by how picky i was with what i ate since i basically nixed anything “bad” from my diet. it was tricky especially when we went out or when we went on vacation. but honestly if i gain weight and eat crap, i feel like crap, i can’t study as well, and don’t feel good about myself. now that they know how important being healthy and fit is to me, they don’t just not mind but actually help me so much!

friends
1. again, let them know your goals and why your’e doing this
2. ask if they want to go workout with you and if they do, MAKE IT FUN. i usually get a lot of no’s but i also get a lot of yes’s!
3. ask if they want to try your food. show them that healthy food can be very delicious! for example if you order something that they’ve never seen before / not used to like tempeh, tofu, kale, and more, offer them a bite.
4. be cool about it. when my friends ask me if i want fries, i’m like nah. if they ask why i just say “i don’t really want it” or “it’s not the best for me” or something like that. being healthy and making healthy choices is not something to be ashamed of but something to be proud of. for example, i haven’t had real fast food in YEARS. and when i tell that to people, i say it with pride.
6. they don’t accept you? then reconsider your friendship. i know that’s hard. when your friends don’t like how you’re so “healthy” and “workout all the time” and stuff, you can’t just be like “ok, you’re probably not my real friends so i’m just gonna make new ones”. it’s not that easy and it doesn’t work that way. but if no matter how hard you try they don’t seem to accept you, then please do consider your friendship!

and if you still can’t get their support, please know that I’m here for you guys always!

May 13th
7:56 PM

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alice’s best tips: the beginning of weightloss

ok. remember that i’m not a personal trainer or a registered dietitian. and you know that i believe in losing weight in a healthy manner. but when you’re just beginning to lose weight, for the first week or so, i think these few tips really work.

1. detox
fasting or detoxes can be bad. but it doesn’t have to be. detoxes / fasting have a bad reputation because people often fast and lose a lot of weight and when they’re done, they often gain the all the weight back, if not more, because they end up binging and etc. but when you’re beginning your weightloss journey, detoxes can be good, and it can really give you a good start. detoxes such as 3 days of non-starchy veggies or a 3 day juice fast can cleanse your inside, and get your body ready. and the most important part - after the detox! make sure your meal plan is strict. stick to whole foods for the first bit and absolutely no junk. remember - detoxes aren’t for everybody!!

2. cut carbs
i’m not a believer of low carb diets but for the first few days or first few weeks, cutting hard carbs can be a good idea. when i say hard carbs, i mean bread, rice, pasta, and etc. even if they’re whole grain, cut it. when you’re body is low on carbs, your body will have to resort to burning fat instead of carbs. when you’re done “cutting carbs”, slowly introduce carbs back into your diet.

3. limit the variety
when you have a wide variety of food, you’re more likely to eat more. for example, there was a study done with m&ms. 1 group was given only 1 color of m&ms and the other was given a variety of color of m&ms and the group given the many colored m&ms ate a lot more. so instead of having a piece of chicken, salmon, shrimp on your plate, stick to 1. or if you eat a salad for most lunches, stick to a salad for all the lunches instead of eating a salad one day, a sandwich the other, and a frozen meal the next.

March 23rd
9:40 PM

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alice’s best tips: getting back on track with healthy eating

it’s totally true that when you eat junk, you crave more junk. when you eat sugar, you want more sugar. and etc. you know how that goes!

yep. i’ve been there. i mean how sick is it that you wake up craving chocolate covered pretzels? so i needed a plan. and this worked for me so i’m just going to share!

if you went to bed after a terrible binge, after days of binging, try these tips:

1. start your day with water and wait on breakfast. what? did i really just say that? yes. wait. don’t eat breakfast as soon as you wake up. if you went to bed after a binge, you’re probably going to be really bloated and full. so sip on water and wait until you get hungry.

2. breakfast should consist of produce so fruits + veggies. when you get hungry, eat a piece of fruit. if you’re still hungry, have another. if you’re full after 1, wait for another 1 or 2 hours and have another.

3. lunch should also consist of produce. fresh fruits, vegetables, and if you want, a little bit of lean protein. no complex carbs, no dairy.

4. if you get hungry between lunch and dinner, have another piece of fruit or some veggies.

5. dinner should be the same. keep sodium levels to a minimum so it doesn’t rev your appetite too much. so again, lean protein, veggies, and fruits.

6. so that was the first day. was it that hard? maybe but you should feel pretty great. a whole lot different from yesterday, right? so for the next few days, keep your food choices similar. a lot of produce and lean protein. i would say that if you had days after days of binging, no complex carbs, so no bread, pasta, and absolutely no added sugar.

any questions?

March 22nd
11:44 AM

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alice’s best tips: break your bad eating habits

i know. it’s hard. that’s why they’re called “habits”, right? but the least you can do is try, and here are some tips to try!

1. you eat late at night
now, eating late isn’t necessarily bad. it’s bad if late night snacks push you over your calorie limit or if you eat just as you’re about to go to sleep. if you eat dinner at 5pm, a little snack around 8pm isn’t bad at all! but if this is one of your habits you want to break:

-brush your teeth after dinner / when you want to eat
-have a more substantial dinner
-close your kitchen and turn off the lights
-keep saying to yourself that after dinner, it’s not eating time

2. you don’t eat breakfast
i know, i know, you would rather get 10 more minutes of sleep. but is that 10 minutes of sleep worth not jump starting your metabolism? and who says breakfast takes 10 minutes? you can take it on the go too!

-prepare your breakfast the night before (e.g. overnight oats, a sandwich, etc.)
-take it on the go (e.g. smoothies)
-go to bed 5~10 minutes earlier!

3. you eat out all the time
it may not be ideal for you to carry around a lunchbag wherever you go, but it may be ideal for your waistline

-pack lunches the night before
-pack snacks
-if you have to eat out, look up nutritional information beforehand

4. you constantly binge on sugary foods
yup. i’ve been there. multiple times. and i know that some people can just eat a bite of a cupcake and stop, but that’s not me. i’m a more if-i-have-sugar-i-want-more-sugar type of person, ya know?

-substitute sugar for natural sugars
-eat a more substantial, balanced meal. KEY!
-stay away from sugary foods. PERIOD. so no “i’ll just have a bite!”
-think about / remind yourself what sugar does to you (i.e. throw you into a sugar coma) or DOESN’T do to you (i.e. no nutritional content, doesn’t fill you up, etc).

if you guys want me to do a post about anything, shoot me a message!

February 28th
6:18 PM

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alice’s best tips: diet downfalls

1. free foods
whether it’s free samples, office doughnuts, or meeting cookies, it’s hard to resist when there’s free food around you! this happens to me all the time so of course, i’ve got some tips to share!

fix it:
first, if it’s your usual snack time (for example, the meeting’s at 3pm, which is your usual afternoon snack time), then bring your own food. don’t be ashamed to whip out your healthy snacks! if it’s not during your snack time, just learn to say no thank you. it’s not always rude to turn down offers if you do it politely.

2. night binges
you’ve done well all day in terms of your eating. you ate healthy foods and ate small portions. then night hits and everything goes down the drain when you uncontrollably start grabbing fatty foods. sound familiar? that happens because you’ve been restricting calories and cravings all day that by night time, you’re ravaneous.

fix it:
have proper meals and satisfying snacks. you’ll more likely to end up consuming less calories than if you restrict calories and binge at night!

3. you eat while doing something else
i’m soooo guilty of this! i love eating while i’m on the computer or watching television. but eating while doing other things like driving, playing games, watching television, and more, you are not aware of how much you’ve eaten and probably don’t even feel full.

fix it:
sit down, plate your food, and eat (only!). if you must eat while doing something else, make sure your portion is already measured out. for example, if you must eat while doing work on your computer, measure out that cereal or measure out that trail mix before hand.

4. special occasions
birthdays, holidays, celebrations, you know what i’m talking about! in my opinion, two of the biggest reasons that this is a huge diet wrecker is 1. people starve all day and end up binging at the event and 2. people totally “let go” at these events and promise themselves that they’ll starve tomorrow.

fix it:
have a snack before you go, like an apple or a smoothie. that way, you won’t be ravenous once you get there. if it’s a restaurant where you order, make the right decision by ordering healthy items or by making substitutions. if it’s a house party where it’s a huge potluck, enjoy yourself but in moderation. have bowl of ice cream just don’t have the whole pint.

February 15th
10:39 PM

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alice’s best tips: foods to NOT ban from your diet

1. bread
sure, some breads can be really bad for you, full of refined grains, high fructose corn syrup, chemicals, and etc. so you should ban breads made with refined grains bu you shouldn’t ban ALL breads. there are tons of healthy options, that are 100% whole grains and have good ingredients. you not only need healthy whole grain carbs for energy but it also has the potential to send signals to your brains to make you feel satisfied!

2. pasta
similar to bread. some are great, some are not, so if you choose the rights ones they can help you lose weight. why? its not only a serving of healthy carbs but also since cooked pasta is about 70% water, it makes you feel quicker. just keep portions in check!

3. potatoes
potatoes are honestly not bad. they have a bad reputation because of a little something called french fries. actually, they have bad reputations because whenever americans eat potatoes, it’s either fried, loaded with sour cream and bacon, and etc. so if you cook the potatoes the right way - bake, roast, steam, etc. - then you can enjoy your potatoes without piling on the pounds!

4. nut butters
yes it’s fat. and yes it’s high in calories. but remember that it’s good fat as long as it’s all natural. all natural nut butters are not only delicious but keep you satisfied for longer. remember: you need healthy fats in your diet!!!

5. cheese
surprised? i was too. but apparently, it provides calcium which improves the body’s ability to burn calories and fat. again, as long as you stick to the right portions and choose light varieties, you’re good to go!

6. dark chocolate
yes you can have dark chocolates (about 70% or higher). it can satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthier way rather than depriving yourself then binging on sweets later. it also has health benefits such as antioxidants so savor a couple squares of dark chocolate to satisfy that craving!

February 8th
9:33 PM

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alice’s best tips: going to the gym

i have had A LOT of people asking me how they can start going to the gym, which they’ve been avoiding for numerous reasons, whether they don’t know what to do or it’s embarrassing, and etc. so i thought it’d be a great post!

1. look ready
in the gym, everybody’s there to get more fit, improve their fitness, and etc. usually, people don’t judge “oh look how fat their thighs are” or “oh look how flabby they are”. now you can contradict me on this but honestly for the most part, people don’t care what you do. but if you don’t look ready, as in you’re wearing baggy sweats or have your hair flying everywhere, then people might pay attention to you. you know the phrase “dress for success”? yep. that applies here. so put on your tennis shoes. put on those shorts. tie your hair back. and look ready!

2. have a plan
when i don’t have a plan i’m just everywhere. i don’t know what to do next so i’m just walking around so it’s really important to have a routine in your head or a piece of paper with your workout. that way, you know where you’re going and don’t look like a fool.

3. do your homework
if you’re new to exercising, you’re obviously not going to know what to do. or at least as well. so you gotta do your homework! before going to the gym, research workout routines, what different machines do, and etc. you’ll get the hang of it soon.

4. have the right mindset
you can go into the gym thinking “i’m going to look like a fool”, “everyone’s looking at me”, or “my thighs are so much bigger than other people’s”. those thoughts only harm you; they don’t benefit you in any way! you’re there for yourself, to be healthier, to get stronger, to get fitter. who cares what other people think? i know it’s hard to get into that mindset but you just gotta remind yourself that. attitude is extremely important!

5. find a buddy
i have tons of friends who don’t even know where the gym is. so i’ll occasionally ask them to come along but obviously at first they are really unsure but when i assure them that we can workout together, they get on board! so if you can, try to find a friend who’s a regular gym-goer. great support + fun + more bonding timezzz!

you can do it. go ROCK that gym!

February 6th
10:19 AM

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why losing weight is so damn hard

i never said losing weight is easy. because it’s hard. it’s damn hard. so i thought it would be a good idea (well it was in my head anyways… i hope you guys think that too!) to talk about the reasons why losing weight is SO DAMN hard and what you can do about it.

1. you crave junk food
my god it’s true. when you eat sugary and fatty foods, you crave more sugary and fatty foods. how often have you pledged to eat healthy after weeks of unhealthy eating but end up binging on sugary and fatty foods again? if you used to eat a very clean diet, you may find yourself asking yourself “i used to eat so healthy and i never craved junk. why am i craving it now?” yup i know. it’s frustrating and hard.

what can you do about it?
i know this is no magical formula… but commitment and determination is big here. i know what you’re thinking. “i DO try to commit and i AM determined but i just keep going back to eating / binging on junk!” if that is the case, maybe it’s something better like an emotional stress that’s making you eat or psychological problem. even though you think you can’t talk about it with anyone, you really should try. if you really can’t, then please know i’m here ;’)

2. you don’t see progress fast enough
after a 4 days of healthy eating and exercising, you look in the mirror or get on the scale and say “WTH! nothing changed!” yeah… only if losing weight in a healthy way would produce drastic + speedy results!

what can you do about it? be patient! and focus on your achievements no matter how small or how big! and here’s what you should focus on the most: how you FEEL. don’t weigh yourself every hour. don’t obsess about ways to cut calories even more. but keep reminding yourself that slow and steady wins the race!

3. you say “why even bother”
“i already ruined my diet today. might as well eat whatever i want now and just start fresh tomorrow.” “i’m already big. another donut won’t make a big difference”. and the list goes on.

what can you do about it? focus on the bigger picture. sure you already “ruined” your diet but if you stuff yourself to just start again tomorrow, what are you doing to your body in the long term? if you think a donut won’t make a difference in your weight, does that mean it won’t make a difference in your long term health? don’t just think about calories and pounds. think about feeding your body in a nutritious way so you decrease chances of health risks and increase health!

4. you’re not fit or as fit as you were
it is SO FRIGGIN frustrating when you’re getting back on track. getting back on track —> not fit as you were before —> pure frustration. yup. when you can’t run as much and run as fast as you could before, it’s really disappointing and really easy for you to give up because it seems pointless.

what can you do about it?
think about it. if you don’t start or if you don’t work on getting your fitness back, you’ll never get there. EVERYONE STARTS SOMEWHERE. don’t forget that. so no matter how unfit you are, keep it up!

February 1st
7:10 PM

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extreme makeover: salad

here is another extreme makeover post… salad edition!

remember, salads can be great but can also be dangerous!

1. salad base

2. vegetables / mix ins

3. toppings

4. dressing

HAPPY HUMPDAY EVERYONE!

January 28th
7:37 PM

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alice’s best tips: healthy fast food

sure it’d be nice to have healthy homemade meals and pack good snacks from home all the time. but let’s face it; that’s not realistic. we’re obviously going to run into a time when you need to buy food! but how to pick the right foods and what to pick?

1. sandwich joints

you can get a sandwich if you’re near a café, bakery, or a sub shop like subway or jimmy johns. pick a veggie / lean meat (e.g. chicken breast) sub on whole grain bread and go to town on the veggie toppings! for spreads, make better choices by choosing mustard, hummus, salsa, and etc. if you choose to get a panini / grilled sandwich, ask them not to butter your bread because most stores will!

go for:
-whole grain / wheat bread
-chicken / turkey breast
-vegetables
-low cal condiments like mustard
-dry toasted

choose less of:
-white bread
-extra cheese
-fatty meats like meatballs and salami
-caloric dressings such as ranch or mayo
-toasted with butter

example: subway - turkey breast / veggie delite / grilled chicken sub on 9-grain wheat bread with veggies and mustard

2. burger joints

yes, usually fastfood burgers are pretty unhealthy. but when burgers are your only choices, you can make better choices!

go for:
-single-patty hamburger
-grilled chicken sandwich
-veggie burger (generally better)
-garden salad with grilled chicken and low-fat dressing
-baked potato or a side salad
-grilled chicken strips

choose less of:
-fatty dressings like mayo
-extra cheese
-caloric drinks like milkshakes, coke, sprite, etc.
-high cal side dishes like fries
-double / triple / quadruple patty
-extras like bacon

3. pizza places

i used to not like pizza. i know right? i mean pizza isn’t my favorite but i do enjoy a slice or two once in a while. but with the cheese, and the thick bread, and the meat toppings, it can be a caloric bomb!

go for:
-normal / thin crust
-light on the cheese
-vegetable toppings
-tomato sauce

choose less of:
-butter / stuffed crust
-extra cheese
-fatty meat toppings
-alfredo sauce

and don’t forget the sides too: pair pizza with a nice helping of salad rather than bread sticks / garlic bread!

4. asian

um yes. i’m asian so i know a lot about asian food! generally, asian foods are low calorie and emphasizes on vegetables but that doesn’t really seem like the case for westernized asian foods..

go for:
-brothy soups like egg drop soup or wonton soup
-stir-fried, steamed, roasted, or broiled entrees
-better sauces like ponzu, rice-wine vinegar, and low-sodium soy sauce
-steamed rice (brown if you can)
-edamame

choose less of:
-fried egg rolls
-tempura (yes, even the vegetables)
-battered / deep fried dishes (e.g. general tso’s chicken)
-sweet and sour sauce
-fried rice
-crispy noodles

alright! i hope this was helpful. let me know if you guys have any other post suggestions!

January 19th
3:42 PM

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alice’s best tips: reality of weightloss

haven’t done a “alice’s best tips” post for a long time! here is one for you guys :)

so i’m kind of one of those people who would be considered a “perfectionist”. I don’t have the tendency to try to be perfect in everything but there is one area that i STRIVE for perfection in, which is my body.

i guess i can call myself a “diet perfectionist”. I’m so fixated on a goal, a specific number, the perfect body curves, and etc. you guys get it. but i’ve never thought that it would backfire on me. well until a month ago.

my biggest problems were labeling food as “good” or “bad”, eating too much of “good” food because they were “healthy”, and more. but over the last month, i’ve struggled A LOT. but learned A LOT. so i wanted to share some stuff with you guys. i mean i think everyone can learn from our own or other people’s mistakes. right?

1. stop labeling foods
and what i mean by that is stop saying “apples are good for me so i can eat that” or “i can’t have that bowl of ice cream because it’s bad”. because you know what? sooner or later, you will go insane. insane as in when you keep restricting yourself, you are setting yourself up for a binge. i mean, i’m still working on this but i’m making progress, so that’s good!

2. cutting calories drastically is a no-no
i’m EXTREMELY impatient. usually. and for impatient people, slow progress / weightloss can be very frustrating. so what do they do? cut calories drastically. but that does not work.

extremely low calories —> extreme hunger —> overeat

hunger is your biggest enemy so cut calories gradually and choose more low-density foods: foods that have lower calories for the same amount!

3. ditch the all-or-nothing mentality
for a perfectionist, mistakes can be fatal. so for example, pretend “bob” (made-up name) was eating really healthy for 2 weeks and i was feeling really good. and then bob ate a small bowl of ice cream. instead of saying “that was a good! my cravings are now satisfied”, he would say something like “i can’t believe i just ate ice cream. i just ruined my whole diet. i already ate bad so i might as well eat bad for the rest of the day and start fresh tomorrow”. i was like this too and let me tell you, DON’T THROW IN THE TOWEL! just pick yourself up and make the next meal healthy. if you ended up binging (eating a huge portion of high calorie foods uncontrollably), reflect on why and how this happened and think about how you can

4. you don’t have to say farewell to your favorite foods
yes, another thing i used to do. i said farewell to ice cream, cookies. then when i was around them i totally STUFFED myself. i guess i realized that that’s not a good thing to do the hard way. now i’m trying 6 days of clean eating and 1 day of “cheat day”, a day that i can eat what i want but in small portions. this is once a week so i think it’ll really help me! don’t forget: small indulgences can be a part of healthy eating!

5. don’t suffer
don’t ignore your growling stomach. don’t ignore your tiredness. if your diet / exercise regimen is something that you think you won’t be able to or will be difficult to maintain for the rest of your life, then ditch it. stop suffering and start living!

i hope that was some sort of a help for you guys. just wanted to share that!

December 4th
4:46 PM

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alice’s best tips: losing weight without starving

1. eat breakfast like a king
no more fruit loops. no more skipping breakfast. no more pop-tarts. make sure you get some protein, complex carbs, and fat! (an example of a good breakfast)

2. eat more frequently!
i eat 3 healthy meals and 2~3 good quality snacks. but that doesn’t mean i eat big portions. that keeps me from becoming extremely hungry!

3. say no to refined carbs
foods like refined pasta and white bread do nothing for your body. make them whole grain! oh and just because they’re whole grain doesn’t mean you can eat a lot of it because it’s “healthy”. keep your portion in check!

4. lift weights
sure, cardio may burn more calories at the time but lifting weights will make your body burn more calories even AFTER you’re done lifting. and no, lifting beer cans during parties doesn’t count.

5. think before you eat
don’t eat from boxes while standing around the kitchen. don’t stuff your face with leftover cookies. eat what’s good for you but also delicious. and also, take your time and enjoy the food!

6. indulge - once in a while
don’t suppress your appetite forever. you need to eat what you crave once in a while or else you’re going to end up binging on that food! besides, a world without your favorite foods? that’s just miserable! just make sure you eat a small portion of it - 1 scoop of ice cream

7. balance
i know tons of people who just eat fruits and veggies to lose weight. but guess what? that doesn’t mean your’e going to lose weight. first of all, you only have 1 food group, second of all, you’re eating absolutely no protein. try to balance your protein and carbs!

8. learn to love intervals
intervals are fun, less time consuming, and burn more fat! what more do you want?

9. don’t use your calories on EMPTY calories.
that means soda, mayonnaise, chips, and etc. those kinds of foods don’t fill you up but are high in calories. so use your calories on foods that are worth it!

10. eat good-for-you fats
it makes you feel full, helps you stay satisfied, and controls your appetite. besides, your body needs it!

November 25th
11:58 PM

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alice’s best tips: post-thanksgiving

turkey…gravy…cranberry sauce…green bean casserole…rolls…pumpkin pie…

i’ve grown to really love and embrace holidays. no longer am i afraid of special occasions because i might over do it on the delicious food. now i’m all about enjoying the food and spending the time with those i love.

also, now i don’t see holidays as a day to just let go. i don’t just eat everything that’s on the table because today is a “holiday” and i can or should “eat whatever i want”. most of the foods that i saw at thanksgiving, i can probably eat whenever i want if i wanted to. so i enjoyed the turkey. the butter stuffing. and the sweet pumpkin pie. and that’s perfectly fine!

however, i know that there are people who probably overdid it so here are some tips!

1. morning exercise
even if it’s just a walk around the neighborhood, do something active when you wake up. you’ll feel a lot better and your body will thank you for the exercise after the big feast.

2. eat breakfast
the last thing you want to do in the morning is probably to eat breakfast. when you wake up, drink a glass of water and wait an hour or two and eat breakfast! if you skip breakfast, you’re likely to be starving by lunch and the overeat again.

3. eat whole foods
load up on vegetables, lean meats, fruits, and whole grains. after a big feast like thanksgiving, you’ll want to keep eating all of those left overs. but give your body a break and feed it the nutrients it wants!

4. get sweaty
no explanation needed, right? workout and become a SWEATY BEAST! work those calories off :P

5. drink up
drink plenty of water throughout the day. you might have consumed a lot of sodium so you might be dehydrated so make sure you drink up!

6. don’t sweat it!
it’s not like you eat like this every day. it was a holiday and if you enjoyed the food and the company, you should be satisfied with that. don’t get down on yourself because you “went off your diet”. just shrug it off and get right back on track!