If you love baked goods and desserts, you're far from alone. But some people worry that eating lots of cakes and pastries will make them gain weight easily. Today we have tips on how to enjoy baked goods without piling on the pounds.
Hands up if you love desserts, cakes and baked goods! Most of us certainly do. If you're a big fan, just don't get so carried away that you forget the waistline you once had. Putting weight on is so easy, but taking it off is another matter; every gram is hard work. For everyone with a sweet tooth, here are our secrets for eating baked goods without getting fat.
Eat Baked Goods After a Meal
Eating baked goods on an empty stomach raises your blood sugar, so the body releases a hormone called insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. Insulin also stores carbohydrates that aren't used for energy as fat. So eating cakes, pastries or desserts after a meal not only raises blood sugar but can also turn the excess energy from those baked goods into fat.
Eat Baked Goods as a Snack (2–4 p.m.)
If you want cakes or pastries as a snack, have them about 2 hours after a main meal. By then your blood sugar has returned to normal, so even if you eat something sweet, your blood sugar won't spike suddenly. This is a great approach for anyone trying to lose weight, although it still depends on how much you eat.
Eat Sensible Portions
Some people crave a sweet treat, but once they start they don't stop at one piece, or they order it just for a stylish photo. So when you go into a bakery or dessert shop, or order a sweet drink, the first thing to do is stay mindful: order and share with friends. For example, split one pastry so each of you has 2–3 bites. This way you enjoy baked goods and desserts in just the right amount, not too much.
Hot Green Tea Is Good for Your Figure
After your cake, pastry or dessert, order a cup of hot green tea and sip it after your sweet treat or afternoon snack. Green tea helps burn fat and lower cholesterol, and it also helps you feel relaxed and settles your stomach.
If your blood sugar often drops and you need baked goods, cake or something sweet to perk you up, try these tips for better health and a flatter tummy.
