No BS Weight Loss Hacks & Nutrition Habits that ACTUALLY Work
Hey everyone I’m Abbey Sharp welcome to Abbey’s Kitchen. In todays video, we will be talking about some tangible actionable behaviours, hacks, and habits that you can integrate TODAY that increase your chances of weight loss, and improved overall health.
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Hi Abby, I would love to watch a video about fruits. Sometimes I hear „fruits are so healthy, eat as much as you want!“ and sometimes „don’t eat too much fruit, they are full of sugar!“ 🙈 so I am very confused. I trust you so I would appreciate a video about it ☺️
Greetings from Germany 🧡
Hey neighbour!
Yeah same! I often guilt myself over fruits because it’s “not as good as” vegetables!
Kiss from france 😉
Yes rid would be helpful, also your thoughts around veggies that are higher in natural,sugar like sweet potatoes, carrots, peppers, beetroot? Also is it important and necessary to ALWAYS have a source of protein and healthy fat if you want to have a piece of fruit/ or ALWAYS pairing a simple carb like white rice, popcorn, porridge, a cookie with a source of protein and healthy fat? Can’t you just enjoy it on its own without negative effects in your body?
You shouldn’t be afraid of the foods that fuel us! If not fruits, what can you eat without worry? Please don’t stress about fruit. I have so much fruit every day and it’s a great way to get in vitamins and nutrients while being nature’s candy. Life is too short to be stressing about such wonderful and little things. Just eat a mostly balanced diet and you are 100% fine. ❤
In my opinion, you shouldn’t worry shouldn’t worry about fruits. If you’re worried about weight gain, I would primarily stick to lower calorie fruits like watermelon and berries
Yes there are plenty of sugars in the fruit, but they are still healthy and really good for you, as there are a bunch of vitamins, fibers and antioxidants as well. And sugars are OK in general, and harmful only if eaten in large quantities. That being said, you still get much more sugar from sodas, than from fruits
Thank you for this video Abby! Gentle nutrition has worked wonders for me! I’ve lost 20 pounds and still get to enjoy my sweets! 🤗❤️
Amazing!!
No phones at meal time rule….not me watching this on my phone during my lunch break.
😂same here
Haha felt this though😂
Hahaha same. One benefit though – it did make me get some edamame out the freezer to have with my quick lunch 😂
@@neishpot yeah! bulk those carbs 🤩🤩😋
Me enjoying my Taco Bell 😂
I learn so much from you. I have been trying intuitive eating. Thanks to you I cut back on soda and drink more water but with my binge eating disorder I don’t remove anything. I haven’t binged in a month
So glad intuitive eating has been helpful❤
One of my go-to breakfast ideas is a microwave omelette. I pour carton egg whites into a bowl and add some seasoning and a bit of whatever’s easy to grab from the fridge (leftover veggies, bacon bits, cheese, cottage cheese, etc). I can eat it from the bowl or in a tortilla 😋
Yess love this!
I’ve never microwaved eggs. What’s the texture like? Is the taste any different from cooking in a pan?
@@summero-my5in I prefer my eggs in the microwave just don’t over cook or they get rubbery
@@summero-my5inI don’t like the texture or smell of microwave egg, but my first nanny kids did.
@@summero-my5in- They are like fluffy scrambled eggs to me
I love the no phone rule!
I have a cute little basket in my dining room my husband and i put our phones in before we sit down to eat at the table.
It’s helped a lot.
On the phone thing and getting good sleep – it was a game changer when I learned that we crave high fat high sugar foods when tired. So instead of a late night chocolate snack, choosing to listen to the craving and recognise it as a tiredness signal to head to bed has been so helpful.
Sounds like you know your body!
Thanks for mentioning that not all of these will work for everyone— I actually reverse engineered tip #2. When I got diagnosed with ADHD, my Adderall prescription seriously messed with my appetite and hunger cues. I found that when my appetite sucked, using my phone or watching TV while eating could be the difference between eating just a couple bites, and eating everything on my plate. I’d put a bite of food in my mouth whenever I noticed there wasn’t one, and I’d focus on something else while I chewed. I needed the distraction just to make myself eat, and it really worked. Hope this helps for people with similar issues!
For sure!! Thanks for sharing your experience
Related to this: I always hear “make meal building blocks, not prepped meals to avoid getting bored” but the *opposite* is true for me. Having an already prepped meal that I’ll enjoy reduces decision fatigue, which means I’ll actually eat it instead of letting the “prepped ingredients” rot and eat cereal for the xth time that week.
Example: I’m going to prep vegan tuna salad for sandwiches tomorrow. I’ll make a big batch that will last a week or so and every night, I know all I have to do is take a serving out of the container, slap it on some bread, and pack it up for next day’s lunch with a rotation of seasonal vegetable and fruit.
Same thing for the dinners I make for my husband and me – I cook Dinner #1 that is designed to last us 3-4 nights and, on the evening we eat the last portion of Dinner #1, I cook Dinner #2 that is designed to last 3-4 nights. Rinse and repeat. Side dishes are on the same cycle so no one is ever wondering “what’s for dinner tonight?” nor waiting for dinner to be ready while hungry. The decision was made ahead of time and the meal just needs to be reheated when it’s time to eat.
Yes! I take Ritalin for ADHD, and watching the TV encourages me to finish my meal. Otherwise, I don’t care about eating.
This was super helpful! I need to write the tips in my 2024 planner to keep them front and center! Thank you for making healthy eating relatable🥰🙌🏽
It’s always been really helpful for me as a powerlifter to have a high protein and carb snack ready after a workout. I find that especially if I didn’t eat much before a lift, I get SMACKED with hunger soon after leaving the gym, and I’ll reach for whatever’s closest rather than what’s going to best promote muscle recovery. When I have more forethought, I pack a protein smoothie for myself; when I have less forethought, I reach for a protein bar that stays stocked in my car 🙂
I needed to write it down
Tip 1: (1:43) Have protein at every meal and most snacks. Key to satiety (HCC). 20-25 grams per sitting.
Tip 2: (2:44) No phones at mealtime.
Tip 3: (3:39) Bulk up and stretch refined carbs with fiber rich veg. Add refined carbs to fiber rich veg (zucchini to pasta).
Tip 4: (4:33) Choose fats with purpose. Whole food fat sources (fat + fiber and or protein, like avocados or peanuts)
Tip 5: (5:39) Drink a big glass of water the moment you get up and another one as your coffee is brewing.
Tip 6: (6:31) Limit phone use before bed.
Tip 7: (7:18) Try to take calls or virtual meetings every day while walking.
Tip 8: (8:14) Buy different fruits and veggies than you did the week before. Ensures greater nutrient variety.
Tip 9: (9:08) Plan 3 mindless breakfasts to rotate with different variations. Keep protein in mind! (e.g. protein oatmeal, protein smoothie, cottage cheese bowl)
Tip 10?: (10:14) Mix high sugar cereal with a high fibre whole grain cereal.
Tip 11: (11:00) Experiment with fruit as sweetener.
Tip 12: (11:41) Drink 2 sips of water in between every single sip of alcohol.
Tip 13: (13:00) When dining out, always start with a veg based appetizer or salad.
Tip 14: (14:24) Batch prep meal building blocks, not completed recipes.
Tip 15: (15:09) Put pre-prepped fruits and veggies in clear glass containers.
Bonus tip: (15:53) When reheating leftovers throw in a handful of leafy greens to them to add more volume, fiber and nutrients.
Thank you, your hard work is appreciated.
Thank you for this! Must’ve taken ages! Just a small typo, tip 1 is 20-35g protein. Hope you don’t mind me saying X
Thank you! I loved all the tips in this video and have taken a screenshot of this to help me remember!
thankyou!! ❤❤
Loved this realistic list of tips! While I don’t have an official New Year’s resolution, I am trying to focus on losing weight gently to reduce joint and muscle pain, and so I can get back to activities I used to enjoy. Will put these tips to good use!
Heyyy Abbey! Love that you’ve been tackling weight loss even though you’ve somewhat avoided it in the past. Growth for 2024!🥰
I was wondering if you could make a vidoe like this on reversing type 2 diabetes.
Too many people don’t even know you can do it. 🥰
Thank you for putting this information out there! If qualified experts in nutrition and dietetics are just insisting people just shouldn’t lose weight, then people are going to flock to those putting out harmful but profitable messages. So happy to have your voice in this conversation!
Over the past like 6 months I’ve completely stopped worrying ab weight loss, and started intuitive eating. My mentality towards food has been so much better. When I was worrying ab my weight or what food I ate, my weight never went down. When I stopped worrying ab I lost 10 lbs and I didn’t even realize! It was crazy, but now I’m concerned I’m not eating enough lol
Some things I do to keep up my protein intake: protein powder in oats or yoghurt. I tend to have 2 flavours on the go, one for post workout shakes and one for the oats. Also, adding meat into your breakfast. Not stuff like deli meat or bacon, but actual fresh meat cuts. It usually works out cheaper when you compare price per kg. My mornings are pretty relaxed as I am up early, no kids and live close to work, so I can grill a small piece of beef with mushrooms to go with my eggs. Add some sautéed spinach and you’re good to go. I always have Greek yoghurt in the fridge and some kind of berry. If frozen is cheaper I will cook down a bag of frozen berries and keep that on hand. Last one: peanut butter in your Greek yoghurt. Try it. You will thank me later😊
Such a great video. I already have implemented many of your suggestions, but others were a great reminder on things I’ve yet to try. I love the realistic and approachable vibe of your channel. I have realized lately that restricting definitely leads to cravings for me. I tolerate all foods well. I definitely feel better when I eat fruits/veg and plenty of fiber. I’m working on reasonable portion sizes and listening to my hunger and satiety cues. Your hunger crushing combo is key!
I love cooking up some lentils with my rice. I enjoy the texture difference and appreciate the added fiber! These are all wonderful tips — I want to try the meal prepping components this year. Trying to make lunches easier and more convenient while still being satisfying and healthy, so that my partner and I are less tempted to just go the quick route and get take out!
I think my biggest gamechanger for nutrition is learning which healthy foods and meals I genuinely love. This way eating healthy never feels like a chore or self punishment – I actually crave them! And if sometimes I crave a burger and fries, it’s ok to have it, because I know the next day I might want to make turkey veggie soup or a great salad.
These are excellent, thank you. I had my third child in summer and I would love to lose that extra weight after all of my children and this is a perfect reminder. I already established some of these tip, some I knew and didn’t put into action yet and some are completely new to me. Thank you