When it comes to launching any new weight loss program, the idea of eating more often doesn’t seem to fit. However, if you want to lose weight more efficiently, eating smaller meals more often might be the best thing for you in your weight loss goal.
Many dieters think that by skipping one meal a day they will start losing weight, when in fact the opposite is true. Skipping meals is not only bad for your body, but also for your weight loss goals. Skipping meals does not help you lose weight. In fact, it slows down your metabolism and can actually lead to weight gain. By denying your body a steady dose of regular calories, you force your body into “starvation mode” and slow down your metabolism. So eating less in this case could lead to weight gain.
The best way to regulate calories is to eat 4 to 6 smaller meals spread evenly throughout the day. Eating certain fat-burning foods will actually speed up your metabolism and keep it going strong throughout the day. Don’t skip the first meal! Breakfast is, in fact, the most important meal of the day as it kick-starts your metabolism. Your first meal should be eaten within 3 hours of waking up, followed by 3 to 5 smaller meals every 2 to 4 hours.
If done correctly, eating smaller meals more often throughout the day will help keep your metabolism going and burn more calories on a daily basis. Adding the right amount and type of exercise to your daily routine can help you reach your weight loss goals even faster.