Want to lose 10 kilos? Here are 10 tips!

Low carbohydrate diet

It's through consuming food that we get the energy we need to survive. This energy is composed of three sources of energy: carbohydrates, protein and fat, also known as macronutrients. These nutrients work differently in your body and affect your metabolism and therefore your body weight.

Therefore, it is feasible to lose 10 kilos with a low carbohydrate diet. Depending on the number of carbohydrates you eat, you can quickly lose weight or lose more slowly. Most people want to lose weight quickly. However, 10 kilos in two weeks difficult to achieve, even on the Atkins diet, this is not a healthy way to lose weight. 10 kilos in two months is more realistic.

Read more about the Atkins diet in this article.

Tip 1: Avoid carbohydrate-rich products

Avoid buying carbohydrate-rich foods so you're not tempted to eat them. Avoid products such as pasta, rice, potatoes, bread, cake, candy, soft drinks and juices.

Tip 2: Prepare your own meals

Prepare your own food ensures that you can make the right choices. When you cook yourself, you usually automatically eat fresher, less processed ingredients. So you can avoid sugary sauces and ensure you aren't eating more carbohydrates than needed. In addition, it is also very fun to cook! Need inspiration? Take a look at our recipe page for the most delicious low-carb recipes.

Tip 3: Eat more protein and fat

When you eat fewer carbs, you can replace it with foods that contain more protein and fats. These energy sources will make you full longer and you're less likely to overeat. Examples of protein-rich foods are:

• Beef, chicken and poultry
• Fish
• Shellfish
• Eggs
• Full yoghurt, curd, and milk
• Nuts, seeds and seeds
• Vegetables such as broccoli, kale, spinach and bok choy

Examples of products that are high in healthy fats:

• Nuts and seeds: walnuts, hazelnuts, linseed, sesame etc;
• Oils: olive oil, sesame oil, etc;
• Oily fish: herring, salmon, mackerel, sardines, etc;

Tip 7: Ask the people around you

Ask friends, family and colleagues to tell you their opinion on your weight loss, plus they'll also then understand why you might miss that piece of cake or a pasta, and therefore be more supportive. Having a support system can help to keep you on track.

Tip 8: Exercise

In addition to adjusting your diet, adding some exercise can help you to lose the 10 kilos in one or two months. Do not you like intense exercise? No problem, 30 minutes of exercise a day is enough. Try a walk, bike ride or swim.

Tip 9: Keep a food diary

It's common to over-eat without paying attention so keeping track of what you eat will give you a clear view and you can see where you can improve. People who keep a food diary often have more success losing weight than those who do not.

Tip 10: Start Today

Often people say, "I'll start on Monday" but why not today? Even small changes can make a difference. So start today, we can help you!