Staying healthy while losing weight is a very important aspect of weight loss and dieting that is quite often overlooked. Many people focus more on losing weight and less on trying to stay healthy while doing it. But think about the reasons why we try to lose weight. For most of us it is because we want to be healthier, so why not focus on the health aspect of it first. Set realistic and obtainable goals for your weight loss so you aren't disappointed. Trying to keep a positive attitude is helpful too. Try not to get discouraged if you don't quite reach that goal. Keep trying and remember that nothing worth having or doing is ever easy. So many diets fail simply because people give up when they don't get the results they want right away.

Healthy weight loss is not instantaneous. It takes time and sometimes a lot of it depending on how much you are intent on losing. Losing weight too quickly can sometimes be a shock to your body and most people that do it this way don't keep it off in the long run. Let's talk about some ways to stay healthy while still losing weight.

Don't try to cut out all fat. This is not healthy or realistic in any sense. Instead eat foods low in fat and sugar. Instead of cooking with regular cooking oil try using olive oil. Instead of frying your pork chops try baking them and using leaner cuts. You would be surprised how much just a little change will make a difference. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables actually take more energy to burn off therefore causing you to burn off fat faster. Give yourself some variety so you don't get tired of eating the same thing every day. Instead of eating yogurt or cottage cheese for breakfast every day of the week try alternating it with cereals that are high in fiber. Don't forget the protein. Many people think they have to cut out meat when dieting but this is simply not true. Meat contains protein that is very important to our bodies. Instead of cutting meat out try to look for leaner cuts of meat. This will go a long way in curbing fat intake. Drink lots of water. Not only does your body constantly use water but this will also help keep you from feeling hungry. Try drinking a glass of water before meals and you will be surprised at how much less food it will take to fill you up. And of course let's not forget exercise. This is the key to any effective weight loss attempt.

You can change your eating habits all you want but in the end it isn't going to help much if you are a couch potato. Get up and get out. Walk around the block, go to the mall, go swimming or bike riding. Any kind of activity will help. The more you move the more calories you burn. These are some ways of staying healthy while losing weight. Explore and find which things work best for you and don't get discouraged. It's a long road but with the right information you'll make it.