Don't Exercise? ICMR Recommends A Diet Chart For Women With No Physical Activity

Always working and no time to work out? Too hot to step out and go for a walk? Pure laziness taking the worst of you? Ideally, that's not a good habit, however, there are ways to still be healthy and fit. The key is - portion control.

According to Dr. Vinutha, "Make vegetables a big part of your meals¡ªthey¡¯re low in calories but packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Think of ways to cook them that keep them tasty but healthy, like roasting or steaming with minimal oil.¡±

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She further says, ¡°Women who don¡¯t exercise regularly need fewer calories than those who are more active. This doesn¡¯t mean you should eat less food overall, but rather that you should eat foods that are rich in nutrients, not in calories. High-fibre foods are particularly helpful because they aid digestion and keep you feeling full longer, which helps control your calorie intake.¡±

These two ways can help you eat in small portions and help you lose weight.

1. Use small plates

When one uses a big plate, it's just psychological to eat more. If you small plate is full, you may think it's enough and believe me, small portions are enough to keep you on a calorie check.

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2. Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables

During summers, one should avoid greasy and oily food that can be damaging in the long run. So mix it up with citrus fruits and non-oily vegetables to get a wholesome diet as well as ensure you are mindful of your eating habits.

With these little tricks, without exercising, you can still be healthy, happy and energetic.

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