7 Simple Habits That Helped This Expert Lose 20 Pounds in 3 Months
Do you want to lose weight fast without going to extremes? One expert and weight loss warrior has some tips. Mahtab Ekay is a fat loss coach and social media influencer who lost over 20 pounds in less than three months and helps others do the same. In a recent social media post, she revealed several ways to simplify the weight loss process. "If I were trying to make losing weight as easy as possible, I'd start doing these 7 things today," she writes.
Eat a Hearty Breakfast
Her first tip is to eat a hearty meal in the morning. "Fill your breakfast with veggies, protein, and fat. This will keep you full for 4–5 hours, reduce sugar cravings, and prevent snacking or binging later," she says.
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Add Fiber to Your Meals
Next, add a fiber source to each meal. "Aim for 25–35g daily. Great sources include apples, pears, edamame, lentils, chickpeas, black beans, oats, and whole-grain bread," she suggests.
Don't Snack on Carbs
Her third tip? "Avoid snacking on carbs," she suggests. "Save sweet cravings for dessert after a main meal instead of eating them on an empty stomach."
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Set Step Goals and Break Into smaller Chunks
Next, she recommends setting a daily step goal and breaking it into smaller chunks. "For example, a 20-min morning walk, two 20-min walks after meals, and a 30–40 min evening walk with your family or friends can help you easily hit 10k steps," she says.
Hydrate
Hydration is also important. "Drink more water," she advises. "You need half your body weight in pounds in ounces of water daily. Easy hack: get a big water bottle, fill it in the morning, and sip throughout the day."
Amp Up Protein Intake
"Double down on your protein," she continues. "No need for fancy recipes—just build on what you're already eating. Add egg whites to eggs, use cottage cheese in sandwiches, or eat a full chicken breast instead of half."
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Indulge in Dessert
Finally, indulge in sweet treats. "Have your favorite dessert daily (if you want it). Pick one dessert you love the most, enjoy it every day, and skip the rest of the sweets," she suggests. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss these 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.
