What we love are simple slimming habits that are easy to adopt and deliver maximum results! We’re guessing you feel the same way, right? Good news — the tips we’re sharing today tick all those boxes. Read on!
For maximum results, switch to a savoury breakfast!
If there’s one enemy we should cut from our diet — one that promotes weight gain, the appearance of cellulite and a host of other health concerns — it’srefined sugar! And yet, even knowing this, it’s hard to give up our white bread, jam or morning cereal… Many of the foods we eat at breakfast containwhite sugar, which causes blood sugar spikes and, among other things, those cravings that hit just two hours after eating! And as we all know, snacking is not our figure’s best friend…
To avoid these blood sugar spikes and excess refined sugar, a savoury breakfast is a great alternative. Surprising at first, eating savoury in the morning can quickly become a healthy habit — one that supports weight loss, boosts energy and helps reduce cellulite! A savoury breakfast has the advantage ofpreventing blood sugar spikes, reducing fat storage, limiting the appearance of cellulite, avoiding energy crashes and keeping snack cravings at bay. Starting the day with savoury foods also often means consuming more protein, which is great for our muscles and our brain. That said, when we say “savoury breakfast”, we don’t mean a combo of fatty cheese, bacon, eggs, butter and sauce! For a savoury breakfast to be genuinely good for your health and your figure, it should includea portion of protein, a wholegrain carb and some “good fats”. Think wholegrain toast topped with avocado and scrambled egg, for example.
Green coffee: an effective slimming tip for maximum results
We all know regular coffee. But green coffee? A little less so! In this case, “green” simply means the coffee beans haven’t been roasted. It’s not a different variety of coffee — just a “raw” version. And as is often the case, heat destroys many of a plant’s beneficial properties, and the same appears to be true for coffee. So by consuming it “raw”, you get to enjoy even more of its benefits.
Drinking green coffee can helpstimulate your metabolism, allowing you to burn more fat and calories than usual. And when it comes to slimming down and reducing cellulite, that’s a real bonus! It also contains chlorogenic acid, which supports liver function and helpsbreak down fats before they’re stored and turn into stubborn dimples.
To try green coffee, buy the beans, steep them in a glass of cold water for 24 hours, then use as you would regular coffee. Enjoy it in moderation and only in the morning, to avoid any impact on your sleep.
For maximum results, embrace healthy snacking
We often hear that to get or stay in shape, three balanced meals a day are key: breakfast, lunch and dinner. While these three meals are indeed essential, snacks tend to get overlooked! Too often seen as a childhood habit or a form of mindless munching — the enemy of a good figure — a well-chosen snack is actually recommended if you want tolose weight sustainably and reduce cellulite.
Having a healthy snack in the morning and/or afternoon helpsprevent unplanned snacking, keeps your metabolism active, avoids energy dips, helps spread your daily intake more evenly and improves performance if you exercise. All of which are essential for slimming down and saying goodbye to cellulite!
So don’t hesitate to enjoy a balanced snack. Just keep in mind that a snack is only beneficial when it’slight, balanced and mindful. It’s not meant to replace a full meal and shouldn’t exceed 200 calories for a moderately active woman. If you prefer something sweet, try: a piece of fresh fruit, a homemade cereal bar, plain yoghurt with honey, or 2 squares of dark chocolate… If you prefer savoury, go for: a slice of wholegrain bread, a small piece of cheese, a hard-boiled egg or a handful of nuts.
Meditation: a slimming tip for maximum results
We also know that to lose weight, managing stress, sleeping well and keeping a regular routine all play a role… Researchers have studied the effect of meditation on weight loss — and it turns out, it works!
Researchers at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine found that practising meditation reduced activity in the area of the brain responsible for impulsive behaviour. The direct result:we’re less likely to snack on impulse, or find ourselves hit by a massive craving just because we spotted a bar of chocolate barely two hours after finishing a meal…
Meditation, then, appears to be an effective tool in the fight against excess weight. A hypothesis supported by several other studies. That said, other activities seem to offer similar benefits — including sophrology, yoga, Tai Chi, hypnosis and even self-hypnosis. All of these calming, relaxing practices appear to achieve the same goal: managing impulsivity and becoming better equipped totake control of our eating habits.
The most effective form of meditation appears to be mindfulness — being fully tuned in to your internal sensations during a meal. Ask yourself: is it your eyes, your mouth or your stomach that actually wants to eat this dish? Take the time to savour every bite from start to finish. Don’t reload your fork until you’ve swallowed your previous mouthful. Between bites, pause and check in — are you still hungry? You’ll find that by listening to your body,your sense of fullness arrives sooner than you expected. The result? You’ll slim down without even feeling deprived!
The final slimming tip for maximum results: the pinch-and-roll massage!
The pinch-and-roll is a massage technique that helpsdrain accumulated toxins and fats — the ones responsible for that stubborn cellulite. While this massage can be performed by a professional at a beauty salon, the costs add up quickly!That’s why, for an easy, fast and effective pinch-and-roll massage at home, CelluBlue Cups are your go-to. They replicate this technique to help you tackle cellulite head-on. The result:firmer skin, a toned silhouette and no more dimples! Best of all, just 5 minutes a day is enough to start seeing results within a few weeks.Find out more right here!