Recommended foods for postpartum weight loss and avoid misunderstandings about postpartum weight loss

I believe that many mothers who have just given birth want to lose weight and restore their perfect pre-pregnancy figure. The best way to lose weight is to pay attention to diet and do reasonable and healthy exercise. Losing weight after childbirth is not that easy.

1. Cucumber

Cucumber is a good weight loss food. It can inhibit the conversion of carbohydrates into fat in the body. It can not only lose weight, but also clear away heat and reduce internal heat. Because cucumber is cold in nature, it is recommended that mothers eat it in moderation and eat it less raw.

2. Apple

There is a Western proverb that goes, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." Apples are not only good for health, but also have beauty effects. Although apples are high in calories, they are rich in vitamins and minerals, and are rich in dietary fiber, making them the best choice for postpartum weight loss.

3. Radish

The ingredients in radish can promote large intestine motility, shorten the time food stays in the intestines, help metabolize food and excrete waste. You can eat it appropriately if you want to lose weight.

4. Mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, mushrooms, straw mushrooms, etc. are all good for weight loss. Mushroom foods can inhibit the increase of cholesterol, enhance immunity, and are very beneficial to postpartum health.

5. Bean sprouts

Bean sprouts are low in calories and rich in water and fiber. Eating them regularly is not only good for the body, but can also help with weight loss.

6. Winter melon

Winter melon is called "beauty food" because it is rich in fiber, calcium, iron, phosphorus, carotene, etc., and does not contain fat. In addition, winter melon can also be diuretic and heat-clearing, and contains succinic acid, which can prevent fat accumulation in the body.

7. Celery

Celery is rich in fiber, water, vitamin A and vitamin C, which can lower blood pressure and blood lipids. Celery includes two types: Western celery and Chinese celery. Generally speaking, Chinese celery has a better weight loss effect.

8. Aquatic products

Many aquatic products have high protein content and less than 1% fat content, making them ideal for weight loss. Such foods include shrimp, jellyfish, octopus, clams, sea cucumbers, etc. However, breastfeeding mothers should pay attention to whether they have allergies to avoid affecting the health of their babies.

1. Physical fatigue makes it easier to lose weight

Many people think that it is easier to lose weight once you are tired. In fact, this is unscientific. Staying up late can easily make people develop the habit of eating midnight snacks, but at night the body's related functions enter a sleeping state and digestion slows down, which means that the same amount of food is more likely to turn into fat at night.

2. High-intensity exercise helps you lose weight quickly

Will you definitely lose weight if you exercise? Not necessarily. Aerobic exercise can consume body calories to achieve the goal of losing weight. Aerobic exercise refers to: brisk walking, jogging, aerobics, swimming, cycling and various ball games. The energy required for this type of exercise is through the oxidation of fat or sugar in the body. Most of the muscles in the body are involved in the exercise. The intensity of the exercise is between medium and low, and the duration is 15-40 minutes or longer. Compared with high-intensity anaerobic exercise, aerobic exercise has a better weight loss effect and is more beneficial to health.

3. To lose weight, you need to eat less and eat better

Many people think that they should eat less and choose refined foods during weight loss. In fact, this is not a wise move for weight loss, because food that is too refined will cause some nutrients to be lost, and eating too well can easily cause constipation, which will have the opposite effect on weight loss. If you want to lose weight, you can't do without coarse food.

4. You can lose weight by eating vegetarian food

Vegetarian foods, such as vegetables, fruits, and grains, have lower calories than animal foods. Therefore, many people think that eating vegetarian food can help them lose weight, but this is actually a misunderstanding. First, as long as the calories consumed are lower than the calories consumed by the body, the fat in the body will slowly decrease, regardless of whether you are a vegetarian or a meat eater. Second, many vegetarian foods also contain high calories, such as fried spring rolls, assorted vegetarian dishes, and other oily vegetarian dishes. Third, long-term vegetarianism will lead to a deterioration of physical fitness, which has a counterproductive effect on weight loss.

5. Eat more often to lose weight

Eating small meals frequently can control the amount of food we eat at each meal and balance the body's absorption. But there is a big premise: the total daily calorie intake is fixed, just divided into multiple meals. If you only "eat more" without paying attention to "eating less" at each meal, then at the end of the day, the body's intake will be more than the original three meals. How can you talk about losing weight?

Weight loss exercises need to be done every day to be effective. Postpartum mothers can practice weight loss exercises in the following ways. When practicing, you need to pay attention to gradual progress and do not rush for quick results.

Day 1: Lie on your back and take deep breaths (i.e. let your diaphragm move up and down) for 5 times in a row.

Day 2: Lie on your back with your arms straight and flat on both sides, at a 90-degree angle to your torso. Then straighten your arms toward your chest and clap your hands. Repeat this action five times. This method can also be used for the first day's exercise.

Day 3 to Day 7: Lie on your back, bring your head close to your chest, and press your chin against your chest, while keeping the rest of your body still. Repeat this action 10 times.

Day 8 to Day 9: Lie on your back with your arms straight and close to your sides. Then bend your thighs and bring them close to your abdomen, while keeping your heels close to your buttocks. Alternate between the left and right legs, and repeat 5 times each.

Day 10-11: Lie on your back with your legs straight, then slowly bend your knees to 90 degrees. Tighten your buttocks and slowly lift off the ground, supporting your torso with your shoulders and feet while contracting your abdominal muscles.

Day 12: Complete in two sessions. Session 1: Lie on your back with your knees at 90 degrees, cross your arms and hold them in front of your chest, then slowly sit up in a semi-supine position. The number of repetitions of this action depends on your physical strength. Session 2: Lie on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees, stretch your arms upwards, and start sit-ups. Again, the number of repetitions depends on your own situation.

Day 13: It is best to urinate before practicing this exercise, once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Kneel with your knees 45 cm apart. Keep your back straight and your thighs perpendicular to the ground. Support your upper body with your elbows and forearms. Hold for 2-5 minutes depending on your personal situation.

In addition, there are certain requirements for sleeping and resting postures for mothers who are losing weight. For example, the knees should not be bent too much when sleeping on the side, and the whole body should not be bent too much. You can take a nap frequently during the day to relax and recover.

Best time to lose weight: six months after giving birth

Doctors point out that the first six months after giving birth is the golden period for women to lose weight. If mothers want to regain their proud figure after giving birth, they must make good use of this period of time.

Can I lose weight during the confinement period?

Can you lose weight immediately after giving birth? Generally, it is not recommended for mothers to follow a weight loss plan during the confinement period (6 weeks after giving birth). This is because mothers who have just given birth are relatively weak and losing weight immediately may affect their health. In addition, if a breastfeeding mother loses weight, she may not be able to provide enough milk for the baby, especially if she adopts extreme weight loss methods such as dieting, which will have a greater impact on breast milk.

However, during the confinement period, mothers can still do mild exercise, gradually increase the intensity and duration of exercise depending on their recovery, and also take appropriate dietary therapy to maintain good health. After the confinement period, mothers can start to lose weight in a planned way.