How to Adhere to a Calorie Deficit
Need some tips on how to adhere to a calorie deficit? I got you! Adhering to a calorie deficit can be complicated at first, especially if you have not done it before. Pretip - make sure that you are in a MODEST calorie deficit. You don't want to restrict yourself too much that you start getting stomach pains, diminished energy, or provide a change in your mood. Also, you wouldn't want to restrict yourself too much so you cannot stick to it. Here are the tips to making sticking to a calorie deficit easier! Eat more protein – if you are not consuming adequate protein, you likely will not feel full or satisfied. If you have trouble getting enough protein for your body needs, you can either increase your portion sizes for your chosen protein of the day or include high-quality sources. Some examples are meat, fish, eggs, fat-free or low-fat Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tofu, seitan, jerky, or deli meat. Eat more for less – high volume foods like veggies, berries,