It is not unusual to see Indians with excess belly fat. Even people with normal BMIs, who are not obese or overweight, have abdominal fat.
Research shows that belly fat (also known as core obesity) has a higher risk of death.
Studies show that people with lower belly fat are less likely than others to develop asthma, type 2 diabetes and stroke.
A diet plan to reduce belly fat is a good idea, not only for your appearance but also to decrease the chance of developing any of the conditions listed above.
Let’s see if we can lose 10 pounds in just 10 days by using these techniques.
1. Consume a lot of dietary fiber
Fiber is a great way to reduce calories. It is recommended that you consume around 30g of fiber daily.
Fresh fruit is a good choice. Eat a large amount of raw vegetables every day and four times per week, eat a meal with animal protein. Don’t drink too much water, and don’t skip breakfast.
2. Reduce your intake of simple carbs
Simple carbs are rapidly absorbed and cause a rise in blood sugar. This can lead to an increase in calories. You must reduce your intake of simple carbs. Refined flour, refined sugar, pastries and packaged foods are all examples of simple carbs.
3. Use healthy fats
Most junk food is high in unhealthy or saturated fats. These are linked to many ailments. Unsaturated fats such as those found in avocado, olive oils, and nuts can be used in moderation to lower cholesterol and decrease the risk of developing heart disease.
4. Regular exercise is a must.
Regular exercise can help you burn calories and accelerate your metabolism. It helps preserve lean muscle mass. It is recommended that you exercise for at least 3-5 hours each week. You’ll need more calories from healthy foods the more you exercise.
5. Avoid junk food
Junk food is anything that contains carbonated beverages, tea, coffee, refined sugar, candy and chocolates. It also includes fries, chicken, ranch dips and other items. These foods are high in calories and trans fats which can lead to health problems.
6. Select Healthier Snacks
Unhealthy snacking is the leading cause of weight gain. Look for snacks that are high in fibre. You can snack on fruits, nuts and seeds as well as green tea, herbal teas, unsweetened coffees without milk or sugar, and protein drinks.
7. Reduce the size of your portions
You are more likely to eat more food if you have more food on your plate. It’s a good idea not to eat too much. This will allow you to eat less and prevent you from overeating.
8. Prepare Your Food
When you have a lot to do, cooking can seem overwhelming. This is a great way to lose weight. This allows you to track your calories, eat freshly prepared food, control your portions, and save money.
9. Get Enough Water
Weight loss is dependent on water consumption. Your brain may mistakenly interpret insufficient water intake as hunger, which can lead to excessive eating. Drink a glass water if you feel hungry at odd hours.
10. Avoid Getting Stressed
Cortisol is released when stress causes hunger hormones to activate and emotional eating to occur. When stress causes inflammation to increase, it can cause weight gain. Learn a new skill, take up a new hobby, travel, read, volunteer at an NGO, keep “feelings” journals, and meditate often.
10-day weight loss plan
Your weight loss journey will be influenced by what you eat. Here’s the chart
Day 1
7 a.m.: Tea or Methi water followed by 8 almonds
Breakfast at 9:15 a.m.: 1 cup of poha
12:15 p.m.: A glass buttermilk for a snack
1:30-3 p.m.: 1 roti + 1 bowl veg + 1 bowl dal + cucumber salad for lunch
4-6 p.m. : 1 cup watermelon
7-9:1 bowl ghia-raita for supper
Day 2
7 a.m.: 4 walnuts and methi water
9 a.m.: 1 veg daliya
12:15 p.m.: Grapes as a snack
1:30-3 p.m.: 1 roti + 1 bowl veg + 1 bowl dal + cucumber salad for lunch
4-6 p.m. : 1 cup watermelon
7-9:1 bowl ghia-raita for supper
Day 3
3:07 a.m. Green tea + 8 almonds
9 a.m.: 1 taj dal chilla + curd breakfast
12 p.m.: 1 bowl papaya
Lunch: 1 roti + green vegetables + cucumber raita from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
4-6PM: 1 bowl sprouts salad for a snack
7-9: Dinner: 200gm paneer Bhurji (add vegetables), or stir-fried yellow/green zucchini + mint raita
Day 4
7 a.m. ACV+ water, four nuts and four almonds
9:15 a.m.: 2 breakfast idlis and chaach
12 p.m.: 2 mango pieces as a snack
Lunch: Boiling chana salad, 1:30-3:00 p.m.
4-6 p.m. – Cold coffee or 1 banana for a snack
7-9:00 p.m.: 1 Oat Chilla/ Moong Dal Chilla + Cucumber Salad for Supper
Day 5
7 a.m. ACV+ water, nuts
9 a.m.: 1 bowl papaya for breakfast
12 p.m.: Sprouts Salad as a Snack
Lunch: 1 roti + vegetable + onion + tomato raita from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
4-6 p.m. – Tea + 70% Dark Chocolate as a Snack
7-9: Dinner: 2 eggs omelette and vegetables
Day 6
7 a.m.: Methi water, nuts
9 a.m.: 1 besan chilla for breakfast
12 p.m. Chaach for a snack
1:30-3:00 p.m. Dal + 1 cup rice + vegetables + salad for lunch
4-6 p.m. – 1 cup grapes + coconut milk as a snack
From 7-9 p.m., chicken tikka (4-6 pieces) and salad for supper. Alternatively, paneer tikka (120 gms) + salad
Day 7
7 a.m.: Methi water
12 p.m.: 1 Cup watermelon
Lunch: 1 roti + vegetable + curd from 1:30-3:00
4-6 p.m. – Tea and 1/2 katori peanuts for a snack
7-9 p.m. – 2 eggs bhurji (or paneer bhurji) for supper (120gms).
Day 8
7 a.m.: Methi water
9 a.m.: 1 toast + 1 egg for breakfast
12 p.m.: Chaach to enjoy a snack
1:30-3 p.m.: 1 bowl veg daliya
4-6 p.m. : 1 bowl watermelon
7-9 p.m.: 1 bowl ghia raita or 1 moong dal chilla for supper
Day 9
7 a.m. Methi water or tea with almonds
9 a.m.: 1 sachet of daliya
12 p.m.: 1 bowl papaya
12:30-3:00 p.m.:1 Veg-Filled Roti + Curd for Lunch
4-6 p.m. – 1 cup of tea and 1/2 bowl peanuts for a snack
7-9 p.m. – 1 grilled fish and 1 cup steamed vegetables or sprouts salad
Day 10
7 a.m. Methi water or tea with almonds
9 a.m.: 1 cup of poha
12:15 p.m.: A glass buttermilk for a snack
From 1:30-3:00 p.m., 1 roti + 1 cup veg + 1 soup dal + salad lunch
4-6 p.m.: 1 Cup Grapes, 1 Cup Tea and 2-3 Cubes 70% Dark Chocolate as a Snack
7-9: 5-6 pieces chicken/fish Tikka + salad, or 1 moong Dal Chila + Curd for Supper
How much will 10 days reduce the weight of your kgs?
A pound of fat contains 3,500 calories. To lose a pound in one week, you will need to reduce 500 calories each day. This means that you could lose up to 3 pounds in 10 days. 3,500 calories are required to make a pound of fat. To lose a pound in one week, you will need to reduce 500 calories each day. This means that you could lose up to 3 pounds in 10 days.
Do’s and Don’ts for daily life during weight loss
For healthy weight loss, check out these dos and don’ts!
Do’s:
1. Consume regular, nutritious meals
You can burn more calories by eating small meals throughout the day.
You can eat four to six portions-controlled meals each day to keep your blood sugar stable. This will prevent you from becoming too hungry throughout the day which can lead to overeating.
2. Maintain hydration
Water has many benefits, including weight loss. For most people, 4 to 6 glasses per day is sufficient. However, it is better to drink more water during exercise or in hot weather.
3. Prepare your meals
You’re more likely than not to eat healthy if you are in a hurry to make dinner or you don’t have lunch prepared. This can hinder your weight loss efforts.
You can prepare your meals ahead of time to ensure that you have fresh food available when you are hungry.
4. Healthy foods are now possible
You may find it easier to reduce your weight and improve your well-being by switching from high-calorie meals to low-calorie options.
Swapping small items you don’t use often is a great idea.
5. Keep a regular exercise routine
Exercise is an important part of weight loss. It doesn’t mean you have to do a lot of hard work at once. Start small and choose what you enjoy. ACV can be used to help you lose weight.
Don’ts:
1. Skip meals
It is dangerous to starve yourself and it will not help you lose weight or keep it off.
You might feel compelled to skip the fast breakfast snack, as it deprives your body from the chance to get its metabolism going. This could lead to a craving for larger or more unhealthy meals later on.
2. Do not eat the calories.
Juice, soda, and other drinks can be high in calories and sugar, but they offer little or no nutritional benefit. The best long-term option for staying hydrated and energized is water.
3. Do not look for quick, short-term solutions
Weight-loss products and fad diets may offer desirable results. Although it might seem attractive, a drastic and quick weight loss may prove to be detrimental in the long-term.
4. Avoid sweets
You might be able to lose weight by limiting the intake of unhealthy foods. You should reduce your intake of sweet and fatty foods, but completely eliminating them could lead to binging, overeating, and cravings.
5. Don’t give up
No one is perfect at meal planning, making healthier choices, and getting to the gym on schedule. Keep going, stick with it, create a plan, and get support from wellness coaches or group exercise classes when you need it.
Take Away
It can seem hard to lose weight in a matter of days. You can make lifestyle changes and eat healthier.
Commonly Asked Questions:
1. How can I lose 10 pounds in 10 days.
- Follow a low-calorie diet
- Avoid junk food
- Lean protein is a good addition
- Do more
- Cardio with high intensity
- Add weights
- Reduce your intake of carbs
- Reduce bloating
2. How can I lose 10kg in just 10 days?
- Limit your daily intake to 1000 calories
- You can drink plain water, black coffee or tea without restrictions.
- Get more water than you need every day.
- Use low-fat milk or skimmed milk.
- Choose the right fat substitutes
- Reduce fats in your meals
- Consume only lean meats, fish, and egg whites.
- Whole grains are best.
- Do at least 40-45 minutes of exercise twice daily.
- Reduce the amount of meals that you eat every day.
3. Is it possible to lose 5kg in one week?
These are the steps to lose 5kg in one week
- Changing Your Diet
- Including Regular Exercise
- Other Lifestyle Factors to Manage
References:
1. Relationships Between Obesity & Cardiovascular Diseases in Four Southern States & Colorado