Three major causes of obesity during the Mid-Autumn Festival! Weight loss diet "choose 3 or 4" without worrying about getting fat

The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, be careful as the moon is full and your family is together! Doctors point out that mooncakes, barbecued meat, and grapefruit are all high in calories and are the three main causes of obesity during the Mid-Autumn Festival. However, as long as people really master the art of "pick 3 out of 4", they can allow patients with chronic diseases, or people who are losing weight or are overweight, to spend a healthy Mid-Autumn Festival without worrying about gaining weight.

Zhou Shuoqu, chief physician of the family medicine department of Shuang He Hospital under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, pointed out that moon cakes, barbecued meat, and pomelo are essential delicacies for the Mid-Autumn Festival, but they are also the three major killers of obesity. Take the well-known "Cantonese mooncake" as an example. The average calorie content is about 400 kcal per 100 grams, which is equivalent to about 200 kcal per piece (about 51 grams), which is about equal to 3/4 bowl of rice.

Mooncakes, barbecue, and grapefruit have hidden high calories

In addition, grapefruit (pomelo, white grapefruit) is also high in calories. Usually, 3 slices of pomelo (about 110 grams) have 61 calories. If you change to the larger white grapefruit, 2 slices (about 165 grams) also have 65 calories. If you eat a whole grapefruit in one go, the calories can be as high as 500 to 600 calories, which is equivalent to the calories of a lunch.

In addition, barbecued meat is also a devil ingredient with a "hidden calorie level". For example, 2 thin slices of pork belly, about 90 grams and 306 calories, exceed the 280 calories of a bowl of rice. In addition, corn and pig blood cake, which are common in barbecue, are often mistakenly believed to be vegetables or proteins. In fact, they are both starches and hide surprising calories. One corn or four small pieces of pig blood cake are equivalent to the calories in one bowl of rice. If you add barbecue sauce, the calories will often exceed a thousand.

[Choose 3 for diet and 4 for weight loss to be healthy and slim]

Doctor Zhou Shuoqu emphasized that according to outpatient experience, the number of people who want to lose weight has increased significantly after the Mid-Autumn Festival, mainly due to the failure to control the above-mentioned seasonal foods. It is recommended to grasp the dietary concept of "low sugar, low salt, low oil, high fiber" and avoid overeating, especially for patients with chronic diseases, who should not take it lightly.

【Diet Pick 3】

First point: Eat mooncakes this way

• 1. Mooncakes are high-calorie foods, so avoid choosing mooncakes containing egg yolks. You can choose mooncakes with sugar substitutes, low-oil mooncakes, high-fiber and low-sugar mooncakes, or steamed mooncakes.

• 2. Mooncakes are not suitable to be eaten as a main meal. When eaten as a snack, the smaller the mooncakes are cut, the better. Eat no more than two small pieces at a time and share them with others.

• 3. When eating mooncakes, you can reduce the amount of staple food and cooking oil to balance the intake throughout the day. It is recommended to eat only one mooncake a day to avoid excessive calorie intake.

Second point: Eat grapefruit this way

• Pomelo and pomelo are rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C, and are good options for festive foods. However, 2-3 slices of pomelo contain 60 calories. For those who need to control calories, do not ignore the calories in pomelo. Moreover, eating too much grapefruit may also cause symptoms of indigestion and gastrointestinal discomfort, such as bloating and flatulence.

Third point: How to eat barbecue

• 1. Grilled meat skewers can be paired with plenty of seasonal vegetables, such as green peppers, onions, wild rice shoots, etc. This will not only reduce your meat intake but also make you eat healthier. In addition, patients with chronic diseases can dilute the barbecue sauce and avoid applying too much salt. They can also DIY some low-salt barbecue sauce to avoid excessive sodium intake.

• 2. Choose meat with more bones and shells: avoid consuming too much offal, fat, animal skin and other meats with high cholesterol and saturated fat content.

• 3. Avoid animal fats: Butter contains high cholesterol, so it is best not to use butter when grilling.

【Weight Loss Option 4】

First point / fixed weight:

• It is recommended to measure your body weight regularly to avoid falling into the trap of "losing weight, then eating again and gaining weight again". It is best to weigh yourself 1 to 2 times a week, remembering to do it at the same time each time. If you find yourself gaining weight, you should control your diet.

Second point: Avoid certain foods:

• Around the Mid-Autumn Festival, you should feel relaxed and make sure to control your diet, eating only until you are 70% full. It is recommended that patients with other chronic diseases such as diabetes and those who are losing weight should not eat mooncakes, or they can choose low-sugar mooncakes to avoid increasing the burden on the body.

Third point / Exercise after meals:

• Exercising after meals not only promotes digestion, but also helps lose weight. However, it should be noted that if you exercise before a meal, you must be careful about low blood sugar, and you must rest for 1 hour after a meal before starting exercise. Regular exercise is a prerequisite for weight loss.

Point 4: Drinking water helps you lose weight

• Drinking 2000cc of water every day can promote metabolism and maintain health. It is recommended to drink 500cc of water 30 minutes before each meal to increase satiety and suppress appetite. However, it is recommended not to drink too much water after dinner to prevent nocturia from affecting sleep.