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Homemade Fat Reducer

Oftentimes people search for a magic pill that reduces fat, but the truth is that eating homemade salads tends to be the most effective fat reducer. Not only has the effectiveness of salad been proven, but purchasing salad ingredients can be less expensive than buying diet pills. Combine increased salad consumption with a regular workout routine and you are sure to have a leaner, healthier body.

  1. Choosing Your Salad

    • There are so many varieties of salads that you can eat them more than once a day and never get tired of them. You can have a spinach and avocado salad with lemon juice and olive oil for lunch, a fruit salad for a snack and a Chinese chicken salad for dinner. Salads are effective fat reducers because the high fiber content satisfies your hunger with a minimal amount of calories. One cup of spinach has seven calories, one cup of lettuce has eight calories, and one cup of cubed melon has 54 calories.

    Avoiding Confusion about Hunger and Thirst

    • Leanne Ely author of the Saving Dinner series and a syndicated columnist, notes that "most people have trouble deciphering whether they are really hungry or just thirsty. By staying hydrated, you can avoid unnecessary snacking. Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the best ways to stay hydrated, says Anastasia Stephens, a London based health and nutrition columnist.

    Workout Routine

    • Most gyms purchase high-tech equipment to entice clients to sign up for a membership, but you can get the same results without the computerized machines and pricey gym membership. Choose an activity that you enjoy and do it more often. If you like taking your dog for a walk, take him for two 45-minute walks a day instead of just one. Persuade a friend or neighbor to start jogging with you on a regular basis. Find a set of stairs and start going up and down them to get your heart rate up. Run laps around your local park and do some chin-ups on the jungle gym. Channel your inner child by incorporating a jump rope or hula hoop into your workout. The bottom line is that expending calories is the best way to reduce fat, and the easiest way to use up those calories is to do an activity that makes you happy.

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