Many people try to lose weight without success. A large number of these people try to do this by restricting their calorie consumption. What they do not realize is that calorie restriction is a sham; calorie restriction simply cannot be effective over the long term.

There is one big problem with calorie restriction; doing it does not make you happy. It is more likely that you will be miserable; no one wants to feel hungry all the time.
What people don't realize is that there is a far superior approach. Instead eating less, why not just eat food that will fill you up quicker and for a longer period of time. If this is achieved than the individual will naturally eat less food.

Eat foods high in lean protein

Studies show that your body burns up 30% of the calories in the protein you consume while digesting the protein itself. As an added advantage, protein is very filling and takes the body a long time to digest. Try to eat foods such as lean ground beef, steak, boiled eggs and fish.

Eat vegetables high in fibre

Not only is fibre good for digestion, it also absorbs water and makes you feel full very quickly. Try to consume vegetables high in fibre. Not only will this fill you up but you will also benefit from the vitamins and antioxidants in the vegetables.

Drink lots of water

Drinking water will increase satiety no matter what you are eating. Water is also necessary to prevent constipation from high levels of fibre. Carry around water with you wherever you go and sip it all day long.