3 Blissful ways to avoid weight gain

Find your zen and keep extra weight at bay

You don't need to go on a strict diet to avoid weight gain or deprive yourself of things. This includes feeling good about yourself.

Get in a few Zen moments while trying to lose or maintain a healthy weight.

Here are three ways to enjoy the journey you're on to becoming a healthier, happier you...

1. Sip ginger or cinnamon tea

Cinnamon helps balance your sugar levels and control cravings, and ginger is great for digestion.

2. Practice deep breathing

Take slow, deep breaths during the day to help you achieve a relaxed state and lower your stress levels. Many studies have shown that stress can lead to weight gain.

3. Drink herbal/spiced teas

You can even make your own herbal or spiced tea. Simply add herbs (like mint, rosemary, sage, thyme or lemon grass) or spices (coriander, cardamom, cumin or fennel seeds, cloves, cinnamon bark or ginger root) to boiling water. This will help you digest food better.

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