How to Drink Olive Oil for Weight Control

Controlling your weight isn't always the easiest thing to do. For many, the stresses of life often leave little time for exercise or maintaining a healthy diet. Over time, a disregard for your health can lead to weight gain and health problems. Luckily, adding olive oil to your daily routine can be a simple and very healthy step toward weight control. A diet that includes olive oil helps your body better deconstruct fats and bile, leading to better weight control.

Things You'll Need

• Olive oil

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Instructions

• 1

  Include 1 tsp. of olive oil with your preferred beverage at breakfast. Breakfast is a crucial step toward weight control because it kick-starts your metabolism for the day and helps you feel less hungry as the day progresses. Include foods that are high in fiber and low in fat, such as cereal or fruit, in your breakfast.

• 2

  Drink an 8 oz. glass of water mixed with 1 tsp. of olive oil and 1 tbsp. of lemon juice shortly before lunchtime. This will help stave off cravings and reduce the calories you consume during lunch.

• 3

  Drink 1 tsp. of olive oil with a healthy mid-afternoon snack that's rich in omega-3, lean protein and fiber. Fresh fruit and nuts are both great options for snacking.

• 4

  Calculate your calories from the day, including those from the olive oil, and track them in a journal. Controlling your weight depends on not consuming too many calories relative to your weight. Use a calorie calculator from the Internet to determine how many calories you'll need to consume to lose weight.