IS THE QUARANTINE 15 REAL?
Yes! Just like the Freshman 15, the Quarantine 15 IS REAL. And just like the Freshman 15, it hits some harder than others. It’s easy to lose control when you are working from home. Studies show during stressful times we consume more sugars, carbs and alcohol. In fact, a recent study reported candy eating increased by 266% in the last 2 weeks of March. Heavy foods like bread and noodles also saw a major uptick in sales.
HOW CAN YOU AVOID THE QUARANTINE 15?
Try our physician monitored weight loss program! We can keep you on track and help you plan out your meals. With our program you get weekly one on one appointments, diet logs, healthy snack alternatives and most importantly you have access to a weight loss coach or doctor.
WHAT CAN I DO AT HOME UP AVOID THE QARANTINE 15?
We have put together some tips for keeping your weight gain at bay during these crazy times.
CREATE ROUTINES
Its easy to lose control when you are working from home. Setting a daily routine to wake up and get dressed (even if you aren’t going anywhere) will make you feel more motivated everyday to reach your goals.
PLAN YOUR MEALS
Without a plan for what your eating, snacking becomes increasingly more enticing. Avoid unhealthy snacks by knowing when and what your next meal is going to be.
STAY HYDRATED
Thirst mimics hunger! Being dehydrated causes your body to crave fat and sugar which are the 2 main drivers of weight gain. Being dehydrated slows metabolism and prevents adequate digestion.
STEP OUTSIDE
No one has time for a 5k at lunch, but 20 minutes of nature time can help reduce cortisol. This will actually help with controlling eating habits and burn calories. Also, standing work stations improve metabolism and cause your body to burn more calories. Optimal ratio of sit to stand is about 1:1. Mayo clinic states that sitting for long periods of time increases risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and high blood sugar
GET A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP
Lack of proper sleep affects the hormone balance of your body, in particular Leptin. Leptin tells your body when to stop eating. Fatigue decreases Leptin production, increasing hunger and eating. Fatigue also leads to caffeine and sugar consumption, increasing cortisol production. This leads to weight gain. Think of sleep like a credit or debit card. If you are not getting enough sleep your body is constantly running at a debt, or deficit.