Hairstyles
The Low-Maintenance Hair Color Makeover
Diet
10 New Weight Loss and Diet Myths and Facts
Is it a no-no to eat after 8 PM? Discover the real answer to this question and more
Drinking broth-based soups before you eat can help you feel more full and, thus, eat less.
Myth or Fact: FactA study conducted at Penn State University demonstrated that eating foods with a high water content increases one's sense of fullness. Interestingly, drinking water on its own has not been shown to have the same impact. Evidently, water is emptied out of your stomach more quickly than water incorporated into foods you eat, so it doesn't trigger any of the body cues that tell your brain you are full.
Capitalize on the facts: Have a cup of broth-based (no cream!) soup as an appetizer or before you go out. And, if you are still drinking high-calorie juices or sodas, replace them with water. That glass of water may not make you feel more full, but the calories it saves could help the weight come off. And -- bonus -- because water flushes toxins from your body and carries nutrients to your cells, it helps to reduce skin breakouts and minimize under-eye circles.
Next: Calling all carnivores
SEE NEXT PAGE: If you are on a diet you should avoid red meat at all costs.
4 of 11
related stories
Skin care
Busy Gal's Guide to Skin Care
Skin care
7 Habits of Perfect-Skinned People
you might also like
Back
to top
