Weight Loss Hacks that You Can ACTUALLY Do (You WON’T Hate Your Life…)

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  • @AbbeysKitchen
    @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +16

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  • @burnanddiscern
    @burnanddiscern 7 місяців тому +748

    "Al dante" had me rolling, I'm picturing the circles of hell full of perfectly cooked pasta

    • @stephaniebaumlin36
      @stephaniebaumlin36 7 місяців тому +40

      My Italian mom would have been cringing lol. But love the content none the less

    • @annawitter5161
      @annawitter5161 7 місяців тому +27

      Too many chillies would turn pasta into Inferno 😆😆🤣

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +25

      @@annawitter5161 hahaha true

    • @iliketurtles511
      @iliketurtles511 7 місяців тому +44

      Haha it’s where you go when you overcook pasta.

    • @nataliakerbage817
      @nataliakerbage817 7 місяців тому +19

      Al dante's peak.

  • @OOool
    @OOool 6 місяців тому +170

    it might seem dumb, but being in a better place in your life has helped me lose weight more than anything. When I'm not constantly stressed or looking for cheap dopamine hits I can listen to my body, but when I'm stressed for long periods the mental reprieve I get from pizza is worth it...

    • @roseeee9827
      @roseeee9827 6 місяців тому +8

      Yes! I 100% agree. When I’m sad/stressed/ depressed and my body is flushed with cortisol, it doesn’t matter how many little diet tweaks or exercise routines I do, I hold onto weight and often gain weight.

    • @KatelynDombach
      @KatelynDombach 5 місяців тому +4

      I totally agree if only there were easy hacks for less stress other then winning the lottery....

    • @OOool
      @OOool 5 місяців тому

      @@KatelynDombach no kidding!

    • @americanashwini
      @americanashwini 5 місяців тому +6

      I agree, and would add getting enough sleep has been a game changer!!

    • @rebeccaquandt5975
      @rebeccaquandt5975 4 місяці тому +1

      Agreed!!

  • @celestialcircledance
    @celestialcircledance 7 місяців тому +92

    I know you're not all about weight loss but thanks for meeting some of us where we're at and offering up some good suggestions. A lot of food for thought for sure!

  • @jesssealey6552
    @jesssealey6552 7 місяців тому +194

    Would it be possible for a future video on how to gain lean muscle mass while losing fat? There's so much conflicting information online that its difficult to know what to eat or drink. Thank you.

    • @itzerinn2489
      @itzerinn2489 7 місяців тому +4

      i agreeee

    • @alxndria1
      @alxndria1 7 місяців тому +6

      I would also love some info on this! It’s so hard for me to get enough protein without eating meat all the time. I’m not strictly a vegetarian but I just…. don’t like meat that much.

    • @jesssealey6552
      @jesssealey6552 7 місяців тому +5

      @@alxndria1 Meat is also incredibly expensive in both monetary and calories if you have to get the cheaper cuts that are not lean.

    • @Diana-qp2rw
      @Diana-qp2rw 7 місяців тому +5

      @@alxndria1Personally, I like to eat Greek Yogurt almost daily, but in different ways. With some berries and maple syrup one day, the next as a smoothie (bowl), the next day with granola, and so on. That’s how I easily get in at least 20g of extra protein. It’s also a great dessert if your meal itself isn’t as high in protein as you’d like it to be.

    • @laurel9274
      @laurel9274 7 місяців тому +4

      In the mean time, Layne Norton, Renaissance Periodization, and Jeff Nippard UA-cam channels have really informed science-backed content on body recomp. ❤

  • @alliemay6076
    @alliemay6076 7 місяців тому +43

    I used to hate breakfast, and slowly I started convincing myself to have toast first before coffee (just because coffee fills me up, then I had no interest in eating) but now I’ve gotten to a point where I enjoy having eggs a few times a week (with toast and some kind of fruit, and maybe even nut butter) or I’ll have a yogurt bowl with fruit nuts and seeds. I still have my coffee, I just wait until I’m at least half done breakfast. Since I started this routine, I’ve lost 10 lbs! I haven’t changed anything else in my diet, just that. I have so much more energy now

    • @khadijahgabiola
      @khadijahgabiola 7 місяців тому +7

      Dude yes! I went through the same process of forcing myself to be a breakfast person. Then I randomly stopped eating breakfast to try to lower my caloric intake and I actually gained 10 pounds and was tired every single day. As corny as it sounds, breakfast is everything.

    • @cozwhynot2day
      @cozwhynot2day 7 місяців тому +2

      You should try some South Indian breakfast recipes like Idli, dosa, Upma, etc. They’re a bit carb heavy but there are some recipes which use sub more protein rich ingredients. I prefer savoury’s breakfast over sweet ones.😊

  • @raneylee9617
    @raneylee9617 7 місяців тому +128

    Haha I always eat a veggie plate before dinner because I am hungry and don’t want to wait for it to be done to start eating. 😂

  • @rachelbudd110
    @rachelbudd110 7 місяців тому +129

    I like adding cauliflower rice to my regular white rice. I could never make the switch to brown rice because I just hated the flavor, and couldn't fully switch to cauliflower because I hated the texture. This has been a great compromise.

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +8

      love this!!

    • @melaniemason9515
      @melaniemason9515 7 місяців тому

      Yesss I love doing this too!

    • @tahinaschwegler8112
      @tahinaschwegler8112 7 місяців тому

      📝

    • @toniroth8703
      @toniroth8703 6 місяців тому

      Yooooo, imma need to try that. I love white rice too much to fully give it up. We had a potluck at work one year and someone brought in cauliflower mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving. It took me a hot min to figure out why the texture was off. The flavor was great tho!

    • @inadobinda1166
      @inadobinda1166 5 місяців тому

      Nice! I am adding edamame or grean peas to my pasta and eat less of it while still enjoying the sauce

  • @tlhommedieu
    @tlhommedieu 7 місяців тому +163

    i switched from low fat greek yogurt to full fat and I will NEEEVVVEERRR go back

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +12

      agreeed

    • @TaMarAaQ
      @TaMarAaQ 7 місяців тому +11

      I diet for life but I'll never switch to low fat yogurt! It's just so gross and unsatisfying for me, I love greek and turkish yogurt

    • @rachaelerin1
      @rachaelerin1 7 місяців тому +5

      Girl, next step is to make your own yogurt! You can do it in a Dutch oven or a crockpot. It’s not hard at all and it is SO GDAMN GOOD! I use the recipe on the daring gourmet and mannnn. It’s literally just milk but tastes like dessert.

    • @TaMarAaQ
      @TaMarAaQ 7 місяців тому +1

      @@rachaelerin1 Do you have a link to the recipe maybe? I'm interested :)

    • @rachaelerin1
      @rachaelerin1 7 місяців тому

      @@TaMarAaQ enjoy! I use flour sack cloth instead of cheesecloth because then I can wash and reuse it but whatever works for you is what you should go with!

  • @bertalippert
    @bertalippert 7 місяців тому +30

    8:44 This! I think this is why I prefer the Mediterranean Diet. Protein is definitely important, and I make sure to eat enough protein being over 50. But I notice a difference when I don’t have enough healthy fats and the Mediterranean Diest makes that easier for me to incorporate them into my diet.

  • @walterco7701
    @walterco7701 7 місяців тому +37

    The candy one made me LOL, because I literally eat twice as much if they're bite sized. I can't monitor at all. Candy bowl at work - always grab a piece. I have a regular sized bar of chocolate in my cupboard I only eat on Saturdays, two squares at a time. I love to run counter to logic.

    • @iniyama
      @iniyama 7 місяців тому +2

      same, i'll eat a whole bag of these little kinder eggs (schokobons) in one sitting but a bar of chocolate can easily last me a month (with both being around 200g)

    • @Diana-qp2rw
      @Diana-qp2rw 7 місяців тому +5

      Same, I can’t stop eating small candy, but I usually eat a reasonable amount of the regular sized stuff.
      I feel like my brain just thinks “they’re so small, it’s basically nothing” every single time a grab a new piece of candy. When I have a whole bar of chocolate, though, my brain immediately knows that one whole bar is just too much to eat at once, so I’m fine with just eating a piece of it when I really want to. But it also helps that I only buy high quality chocolate bars, so I appreciate it more when I eat it than I would appreciate mini Reese’s or mini Snickers (which are also more addictive).

  • @haleysmith6208
    @haleysmith6208 7 місяців тому +4

    Thank you for the pre dinner veggie plate idea! I eat lunch at noon and don’t get home until about 6pm or later. The second I get home I start snacking. So I brought a veggie plate to eat on my way home. I pair it with a serving of hummus which bumps up the calories but keeps me full and satisfied until dinner!

  • @evebenoit6368
    @evebenoit6368 7 місяців тому +6

    This is such an useful video. I especially appreciate the fact that the hacks are additions, not restrictions and so easy to implement. Many thanks Abbey !

  • @laurel9274
    @laurel9274 7 місяців тому +6

    Awesome! I have been on this side of the internet for YEARS now and have NEVER heard some of these practical applications of the usual “limit oil” or “eat mindfully”, thank you for sharing these!!! ❤

  • @kristengilliam-coomber8457
    @kristengilliam-coomber8457 7 місяців тому +10

    Have you made a video on your ADHD? I am an adult who discovered I have ADHD later in life and I am finding it more and more challenging on the daily. My biggest issue is the feeling of being overwhelmed and jumping from one task to the next because I simply can’t focus on one until it is finished because I need to get everything else done. My sleep has been greatly affected too. I would love to hear your take on your experience on ADHD as you mention in previous videos that medication has helped stop the noise in your head. I am very scared to start medication but feel like it could be life changing. Love your very candid, honest approach to life, diet and well being! Thanks for all your do!❤

  • @lynemachabee8776
    @lynemachabee8776 6 місяців тому +2

    Just found you. Very refreshing to hear advices that are not about restrictions, made for real life and people! Trick about thicker not skinny, I’m going to remember!

  • @sweetdreamz_jpg
    @sweetdreamz_jpg 7 місяців тому +4

    these were such unique and interesting tips, thank you so much for sharing!! A lot of the weight loss tips I see are just variations of "eat lower calorie foods" and I absolutely love how these were so actionable and evidence-based

  • @stef333-09
    @stef333-09 7 місяців тому +11

    Freezing baked goods! Why have I never thought of this 🤯 my son wants brownies every now n then so I make em n then he's good while I feel the need to get rid of it in my belly, freezing the leftovers is genius

    • @toniroth8703
      @toniroth8703 6 місяців тому +1

      This is definitely the best idea, my grandma would do this for cookies and cake so she wouldn’t have to always bake more. I never knew she’d also probably have this in mind.

    • @kgrobinson007
      @kgrobinson007 5 місяців тому +1

      When I actually have the motivation to make cookies, I’ll actually freeze some of the dough in balls. This way I can get one or two balls of dough out when I’m craving fresh baked cookies rather than going through the whole process of making a full batch then having cookies around for days. It’s also a great gift idea around the holidays if you know someone likes a particular recipe you have.

  • @Okstatechick
    @Okstatechick 6 місяців тому +1

    I just discovered you and you are so realistic!!! I love it because I feel like we are all bombarded by "influencers" showing the latest diet hacks that aren't realistic to keep up long term. Thank you!

  • @amritagill1680
    @amritagill1680 5 місяців тому +2

    Incredible hack about the veggies. I will try this. Also the candy one too. More of this!!!!

  • @78cheerio
    @78cheerio 5 місяців тому +3

    My tip…I get tired of protein shakes. They are just too sweet. Ice helps, but I also bought instant coffee crystals. I put a tablespoon in a shake. It cuts the sweet down and goes well with chocolate or vanilla shake. I bought decaf crystals so I can use more.

  • @audreybringgold6217
    @audreybringgold6217 7 місяців тому +10

    I love this series. I feel like im learning what healthy eating actually is.

  • @catharsisgaze4894
    @catharsisgaze4894 3 місяці тому +1

    As weird as it maybe I love that you acknowledge that the tips may not work for everyone or be triggering!
    I had fitness coaches in the past who were pretty convinced they know everything and then resorted to mean fatshaming when I ended up not dropping weight every single week (but irregularly!) when they've probably never been overweight one day in their life.
    Your supportive stance alone makes such a difference!

  • @daniela1798ds
    @daniela1798ds 7 місяців тому +14

    Loved this! Would also love to see more content on lowering insulin resistance PCOS using food ♡

  • @SincerelyLASMR
    @SincerelyLASMR 7 місяців тому +15

    Another hack is sharing with someone (partner, sibling, parent, etc.) This means you get to eat more of the foods you love without feeling like you can't have certain things. My husband and I will eat half of a single item (especially dessert) and this means you only consume half the calories, sugar and fat and you can't be tempted to finish the whole thing because there is none left! We do this with things like Crumbl cookies, sit down restaurant desserts and candy! Yesterday we split a regular bag of peanut M&Ms and that meant there were only 125 calories per person and they do have a small amount of protein and fiber vs some other types of candy :) Not too bad!

  • @alleysouza7200
    @alleysouza7200 4 місяці тому +3

    I saw a video recently where the person blended a medium boiled egg with some olive oil, lime juice and some seasoning until smooth and creamy as a type of mayo. I haven’t tried yet but since mayo is pretty much egg and oil, I can see how this could work a treat and be quite health

    • @cassierichardson8870
      @cassierichardson8870 Місяць тому

      I just did something similar. Two boiled eggs, mustard and vinegar. I ended up adding a little mayo.

  • @rlatiola
    @rlatiola 7 місяців тому +25

    My main goal hasn't been to lose weight but to manage slightly high blood sugar - but the side effect has been to lose 10 lbs "without trying". I've incorporated things that you've mentioned in other videos like eating veggies first, dressing up naked carbs, adding more lean protein, and freezing my bread.

  • @StormReads
    @StormReads 7 місяців тому +5

    I really like watching your content, I am trying to set my mind straight but with so much info on the Internet it's hard. I am 325 pounds and my body just hurts. I have tried just about every diet and do well for a while then fall off so I am going to try some of these little changes! Thanks!

  • @emaakira3352
    @emaakira3352 Місяць тому

    damn, as a 3 years recovering bulimic that is trying to heal her relationship with food and balance, i was extremely afraid to watch this video, but i knew that i could trust you. some of these are extremely useful tips not necessarily just for losing weight, but also for feeling satiated and content after a meal, avoiding binging and/or cutting out certain food categories. thank you so so much!!!

  • @toniroth8703
    @toniroth8703 6 місяців тому +1

    My husband will buy the individualized chips to help with portion control, he does this for anything that comes individually packaged in single servings. I’ve lived and visited East Asia and one thing I picked up from China was leaving the last bite of food on my plate. This is rooted in a philosophy of “sharing” for lack of a better term because people want their friends and family to have the last piece of whatever food is on the table. It can also signal of sorts that one is full (compared to an empty plate). I don’t always do this one because it’s not always feasible but, it does help with mindful eating.

  • @VeryCrazyBae868
    @VeryCrazyBae868 7 місяців тому +8

    I love your videos because you are very realistic, honest and understanding.

  • @melissazabower339
    @melissazabower339 7 місяців тому +2

    I really appreciate that you allow us to choose what is right for us rather than "you must do this to lose weight". Thanks
    Can you give more ideas for using vinegar? I grew up in Pennsylvania Dutch country -- vinegar and sugar in combination in everything! And I detest vinegar. But if I can find a way to make it palatable I'm willing to try it. 😊

  • @nelee.1320
    @nelee.1320 7 місяців тому +6

    Eating or drinking protein in the morning reallly works for me. The hunger is lower the whole day. Love your videos!❤

  • @dielizzy-ts2rv
    @dielizzy-ts2rv 4 місяці тому +1

    I have a different thunfish salad recipe: thuna + yoghurt + a little milk + fresh curcumber + a little sweetcorn + pepper. Especially with a curcumber this is tasty

  • @audreybringgold6217
    @audreybringgold6217 7 місяців тому +11

    I'm such a snacker while I cook, I'm totally doing the veggie plate thing.

  • @babygurl6962
    @babygurl6962 7 місяців тому +5

    the veggie plate snack while cooking dinner is such a good tip!

  • @sarahhenderson1932
    @sarahhenderson1932 7 місяців тому +4

    I love your tips Abby! Thank you.
    I would really like to see a video on tips to lower cholesterol with food. The only thing I ever read is to eat oatmeal. I know you have to have better ideas.

  • @ktxx22
    @ktxx22 7 місяців тому +5

    The Greek yogurt tip on tuna salad is one I’m definitely gonna try out. I don’t mind a little Mayo in it but it always feels so excessive when I am making tuna salad for one

  • @jessicalanyon2423
    @jessicalanyon2423 7 місяців тому +9

    Not on topic...but I love your top it suits you so well the colors and style.

  • @coppperbooom
    @coppperbooom 7 місяців тому +66

    It seems like if other people did some of these things in a "what I eat in a day", they would be critiqued on them. The line between trying to lose weight and disordered eating is quite thin.

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +35

      it absolutely can be. and that's why intention is key. are you applying some of these gentle tweaks from a place of self care or self restriction? Thats why i say, not all of which would be right for everyone. For example, if you love mayo, dont do the mustard hack. just as i said! take what works for you and leave the rest

    • @davidfos
      @davidfos 7 місяців тому +5

      @@AbbeysKitchen Thank you for calling this out. I like to take a moment to remind myself why I am trying to eat healthier and select foods that work for my body - so it can perform its best and so I have energy. When we set the right intention, it emphasizes the positive aspect of the changes. Love your content!

    • @psycherevivedby
      @psycherevivedby 6 місяців тому +2

      Come on, you know it’s the intention that makes the difference.

    • @coppperbooom
      @coppperbooom 6 місяців тому +1

      @@psycherevivedby yeah which isn't the most easily detectible from an online persona

  • @lilam1447
    @lilam1447 7 місяців тому +6

    I love your top, and those colors look really flattering on you.❤

  • @rachelthome165
    @rachelthome165 7 місяців тому +3

    I am not a mayo girlie either - I swapped it out for half an avocado mashed up in tuna salad and it is SO good.

  • @ALifeofLearning
    @ALifeofLearning 5 місяців тому +1

    I had hight expectations for this videos but you really blew it out of the park. Best science based weight loss video I've ever seen ❤❤❤❤

  • @areyoutho
    @areyoutho 7 місяців тому +4

    I love that Abbey is so considered to her audience ❤

  • @jessicak6226
    @jessicak6226 7 місяців тому +4

    Love the abundance mindset!!

  • @darksmiley5081
    @darksmiley5081 7 місяців тому +18

    Can you make a video one day about how to eat healthy as a picky eater? I struggle with most foods because I have pretty bad sensory issues... The texture of most foods is the reason I don't eat them. I can't eat anything mashed or as puree, I only eat a few veggies and of those I either only eat them raw OR cooked, I eat like... three types of fruit.... I don't like so many foods that it's actually insane I haven't developed any severe health issues yet. And every time I google "how to eat healthy as a picky eater" it only shows me results for parents who want to raise someone who is not a picky eater.... So any help would be appreciated honestly. I'm kinda losing my mind because I realized how unhealthy it is for me to always eat literally the same things, and I'm tired of keeping my calorie intake up with chips and chocolate because I just can't eat enough non processed food.

    • @Chelseyandfam
      @Chelseyandfam 7 місяців тому +8

      Even though you are an adult can you try some of the strategies for parents of picky eaters? I’m thinking of food chaining in particular

    • @Crow9396
      @Crow9396 7 місяців тому +9

      A dietician will often apply the same strategies to picky adults that they use for picky kids. Don't be put off by the advice just because it's usually intended for kids. You can apply it to yourself. If you have insurance and it will cover seeing a dietician, I highly recommend doing so. They can help you come up with a plan of action that's unique to your needs.

    • @Diana-qp2rw
      @Diana-qp2rw 7 місяців тому

      What about “sneaking in” grated veggies in things like tomato sauce if you eat that? However, your struggle sounds like it might be a good idea to find a dietician that can help you.

  • @dancerlc47
    @dancerlc47 7 місяців тому +11

    Omg first comment! Love u sm Abbey! I always watch your videos while im eating my lunch or doing the dishes hahah, you help me stay inspired!!!

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi! Thanks for making me part of your routine🥰

  • @jax426nd
    @jax426nd 5 місяців тому +1

    3:41 Funny story... Cavendish fries are made where I live and yet there is not a single store that stocks them. Last I checked, they also stopped letting people buy direct from the plant. It makes me sooooo sad because their fries are the best!

  • @barannk5739
    @barannk5739 6 місяців тому +1

    Hello Abbey! Not sure how I found you but this video made me subscribe! Thank you for the wonderful tips. I can definitely use at least a handful of them. I appreciate your no BS approach to information!

  • @createinspain
    @createinspain 2 місяці тому

    I cook bacon in-between kitchen paper in the microwave. It crisps up and the paper soaks up the fat. Win win, the clean up is easy. I eat chocolate with whole almonds in it. The bar I get here has about 40% nuts, I get to eat chocolate but not as much of it. We use extra mature cheddar, more flavour. I love to bake but these days generally make single portion cakes and freeze. I never have cake out on the counter. I use mayo but I measure it by the spoon to make sure I don't over do it. I make my own sugar free compote for when I want jam.

  • @sherrymiller3527
    @sherrymiller3527 5 місяців тому +1

    Could you put the links or references (where we can find this information to read it on our own) in the description to all those studies you mentioned & showed during this video? Thank you.😊📈📝

  • @lavenderoh
    @lavenderoh 7 місяців тому +5

    This was helpful, especially the veggies before dinner. Will definitely do this!

  • @robertamandab7932
    @robertamandab7932 7 місяців тому +29

    I like mayo and mustard in tuna salad. Also, boiled eggs , dill pickle relish and diced apples. I'm telling you the apples are a game changer. Garnish with smoked paprika. Its delish! Oh, I forgot lemon juice and salt and pepper!

    • @riannonadams4154
      @riannonadams4154 7 місяців тому +2

      I feel so redeemed lol my family has been making tuna salad with mayo, mustard, a good sharp cheese, and green apples for ages now and I always get confused stares when I get to the apples part of the recipe 😂 but it's SO GOOD. When I make it for myself I'll have a few big crackers and slice up the rest of the apple that's left and use that as a vehicle for the tuna ✨ so crunchy, so good.

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому

      that sounds delicious!!

    • @pencileraser99
      @pencileraser99 7 місяців тому +1

      Does it matter the type of apples? This sounds delicious!

    • @traciestricklin5802
      @traciestricklin5802 7 місяців тому +1

      Throw some finely chopped nuts in there too. It’s delish!

    • @teresalatiolais8477
      @teresalatiolais8477 7 місяців тому +2

      I love to use Greek yogurt for tuna salad or chicken salad

  • @Esthie229
    @Esthie229 7 місяців тому +2

    10:26 this is literally what Glucose Goddess says (also the vinegar tip) but you were negative in the video you did on her

  • @m.gillett7655
    @m.gillett7655 5 місяців тому

    Great ideas! I will give the veggies before meal a try, I am sooo hungry when I come home.

  • @TheNutmegStitcher
    @TheNutmegStitcher 7 місяців тому +1

    Never thought about increasing surface area to reduce oil. Nice!

    • @kayo5291
      @kayo5291 6 місяців тому

      It's actually decreasing surface area, if you cut your food larger.

  • @teodescartes1771
    @teodescartes1771 Місяць тому

    I was always adamantly against losing weight… until 2.5 months ago when I had a knee ligament injury. 😬 so now I’m in this pound shedding journey 🤷🏻

  • @sophieodenthal1521
    @sophieodenthal1521 7 місяців тому +11

    Your videos are so good Abbey! Could you possibly do a video on the Auto-Immune Protocol? There is an influencer/content creator currently going big on instagram on it and I'd find it interesting to get your take on the protocol!

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому

      Which influencer?

    • @sophieodenthal1521
      @sophieodenthal1521 7 місяців тому

      @@AbbeysKitchen theendospectrum / Sophie Richards

    • @gingermeeks4796
      @gingermeeks4796 7 місяців тому

      Ooh yes please 🙏🏻 I would be super interested in this!!

  • @ArykahLuzi
    @ArykahLuzi 7 місяців тому +2

    Similar to the mayo tip, I prefer creamy dressing in my salads, but find that Ranch doesnt spread as much as I'd like. I started adding plain full fat greek yogurt with a little bit of ranch and spices (salt, pepper, dill, etc.) Seems to increase the satiety (protein) and the yogurt spreads so much further!
    I'd like to try this with one of those powdered ranch seasoning, but havent tried it yet.

    • @luxuryedition78
      @luxuryedition78 3 місяці тому

      Thanks a ton! Excellent and inspirational idea! Love to try that one of these days!

  • @Cynergific
    @Cynergific 7 місяців тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @prinniapuff
    @prinniapuff 6 місяців тому

    These are great! A bit different from what I usually see for weight loss tips. I like hearing some things that are more about the method than about switching out foods entirely - cooking habits can definitely add up in either direction.

  • @beitheleaf8221
    @beitheleaf8221 5 місяців тому

    Yes to the Greek yogurt substitutes! I use it for quiche and it is delish! ❤

  • @oxyblaustrumpf
    @oxyblaustrumpf 4 місяці тому

    Great suggestion to order first in restaurants! Thank you

  • @Wingerzzz93
    @Wingerzzz93 7 місяців тому +3

    Just envisioned my husband and I trying to eat a candle lit dinner with soft music with our six children...complete chaos 😅

  • @twilafreek25
    @twilafreek25 4 місяці тому

    Try Kewpie Mayo! It comes in a squeeze bottle and it's so much tastier too!

  • @Doktracy
    @Doktracy 5 місяців тому

    I love adding yogurt,avocado and/or mustard to my tuna,egg salad or potato salad. It actually tastes better than straight mayonnaise to me.

  • @Leo-mr1qz
    @Leo-mr1qz 7 місяців тому +13

    "There's nothing worse than not having enough sweets." ❤
    I come from an Irish Catholic background, where I have a lot of aunts, uncles, and cousins. The one thing that I learned from my German/Irish grandmother was to have enough dessert for leftovers. No one wants to watch a brawl to break out between (adult) siblings, with their Irish whiskey and chocolate fudge cake in hand, because their wasn't enough cake. 🍀🍰☕️

  • @abigailadditon
    @abigailadditon 7 місяців тому

    I love these tips! I will say with the candy one though, if your like me and candy wrappers make you feel guilty (which in turn may make you want to eat more) I get the same benefit of mindful eating by buying the full size chocolate bars that have squares. This allows me to have a conscious reminder of how much I've eaten, without feeling bad because "ugg, so many wrappers". Which you shouldn't feel bad about, but I certainly do sometimes. And this helps me. I don't know how to apply this to other candy, lol but I hope that helps somebody.

  • @sharmilan8995
    @sharmilan8995 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for making your videos a safe place to discuss weight loss hacks. All of which were great!

  • @hey-hi-hello
    @hey-hi-hello 6 місяців тому

    I am definitely going to try the lentils! All great ideas. I work from home and have exclusively worked from home sitting 8 hrs a day and not being as active, eating carb loaded and more fatty foods so I’m focusing on building muscle and making better food choices.
    I recently bought some tunas which is a Mexican cactus fruit and it has hard seeds that you don’t swallow. The fruit takes a while to eat because you suck on it and spit out the seeds. eating a few of those is more of a lengthy task and takes away from my urge to open the pantry and start snacking on random things that are easy to just chomp and swallow like chips or marshmallows.

  • @DJStellaa
    @DJStellaa 7 місяців тому +6

    the vinegar thing is so funny. I have been losing some kgs and my body automatically craves either added vinegar or things like pickles!!

  • @MegaQueenSerenity
    @MegaQueenSerenity 4 місяці тому

    LOVE the lentils with ground meat hack. My husband will not touch lentils but he did not notice them all in my recent shepherds pie and chilli 😂

  • @ArionaShyan
    @ArionaShyan 7 місяців тому +2

    I love adding cottage cheese with my mayo to my egg or tuna salad. I love to add in more protein where I can 💪🏼 lol

  • @juliarobert
    @juliarobert 6 місяців тому

    This was GREAT!!! Thank you so much! None of these hacks were overly obvious to me. Very helpful

  • @dianehutchinson8661
    @dianehutchinson8661 4 місяці тому

    Veggies before the meal. I used to teach in an early headscart classroom. They budget 1.5 tenders for a two year old (rounded up to two whole tenders/ea). But parents often prefer the 6 or 8 pack at fast food and give their kids the whole box. So these kids would cry and not eat their veggies because they wanted to eat more chicken. We started giving them their plate without the chicken at the start. We had to go around the table to serve so this worked. After they had started eating, we could then give them tenders as they had anyway eaten their veggies or fruit, and had a hunk of their roll. Filling up with the other items first meant they were hair with the two tenders.

  • @sassygonzales7432
    @sassygonzales7432 7 місяців тому +4

    TOTALLY can relate to touching Mayo 😵‍💫🤢 ! I don’t mind it in my tuna or egg salad but I can not for the life of me touch it or scoop it out of the jar. * hummus in replace of Mayo in tuna salad is delicious 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

    • @rocklesson86
      @rocklesson86 7 місяців тому

      I have been using yogurt in my tuna instead of mayonnaise for years.

  • @kristinl6161
    @kristinl6161 7 місяців тому +1

    So many of these tips were mind blowing! Thanks for so many great NEW tips/ info:)

  • @carolinelapano4615
    @carolinelapano4615 7 місяців тому +149

    Mustard is better than mayo and that’s a hill I’m willing to die on 😂

    • @robertamandab7932
      @robertamandab7932 7 місяців тому +20

      If you okay dying alone on that hill then fine, 😂

    • @AbbeysKitchen
      @AbbeysKitchen  7 місяців тому +5

      1000000000000%

    • @Fraangipani
      @Fraangipani 7 місяців тому +6

      I'm on that hill with you! Trader joes white wine dijon mustard is amazing

    • @rocklesson86
      @rocklesson86 7 місяців тому +2

      I love mustard. 😊

    • @sainsworth42
      @sainsworth42 7 місяців тому +1

      absolutely. mustard is LIFE.

  • @tay6410
    @tay6410 6 місяців тому

    I had no idea how hi cal mayo is until recently. I made tuna salad recently and realized I was out of mayo. Subbed in avocado and a little vinegar and (Trader Joe’s pickle flavor) mustard instead and realized I enjoyed how it tastes and made me feel so I haven’t felt the need to repurchase mayo since.

  • @karriemb4184
    @karriemb4184 7 місяців тому

    Love ! Love! using lentils!! With meals …. I add them to almost everything I can !! That and quinoa!!!!!

  • @ConstantiaVerted
    @ConstantiaVerted 7 місяців тому +1

    You could get the squeezy bottles of mayonnaise. That way you can have it without any risk of touching it at all.

  • @erinbickler2237
    @erinbickler2237 7 місяців тому +4

    You're fabulous Abbey! You create so much positivity!

  • @ge8066
    @ge8066 6 місяців тому

    I'm happy to report that I already do some of these, like the raw veggie plate while cooking dinner and the using less mayo in my tuna. It's also great with a small amount of dried cranberries. :-))

  • @IshakBoucenna-xb8vu
    @IshakBoucenna-xb8vu 7 місяців тому +5

    The Queen is back❤❤❤ Luv u Abbey ❤

  • @TheNomadicSunny
    @TheNomadicSunny 7 місяців тому

    as someone who went through BED, weight loss and low fat swaps have been great.

  • @alayna9207
    @alayna9207 5 місяців тому

    I have never thought about a veggie plate before dinner. I don’t normally eat while I cook but I do over cook/eat if I’m tooo hungry

  • @Rs176988
    @Rs176988 7 місяців тому

    The veggie plate before dinner is such a great idea!!

  • @stellacalder5023
    @stellacalder5023 7 місяців тому

    My favorite swap: I like to bake smaller potatoes because I think Russet potatoes aren't big enough for two or three full servings but are always too big for one and smaller potatoes usually have a better texture. (I sometimes also bake half a sweet potato, just put a little oil on it and put it cut side-down on a parchment-covered baking sheet.)
    Yukon gold potatoes are my favorite for baking whole: 350 F for 80ish minutes for 4-7 oz potatoes, just wash, dry, and poke holes first. They're really soft and creamy when baked slowly like this, so I can add less butter and get the same effect. The skins are thinner than those on Russet potatoes and almost disappear into the potato when cut up, so I actually like potato skins this way.
    A small baked potato, half a can of chili beans, and some leftover rotisserie chicken all poured hot over spinach with Japanese BBQ sauce drizzled over the top was my lunch today.

  • @inadobinda1166
    @inadobinda1166 5 місяців тому

    I will definitely try fixing myself a plate of veggies during cooking.

  • @pinktanukiii
    @pinktanukiii 7 місяців тому +4

    could u post links to the papers u cite as well next time

  • @HPgirl1992
    @HPgirl1992 7 місяців тому +1

    Ordered LMNT! Love your outfit, really suits your eyes!

  • @mollandaisesauce
    @mollandaisesauce 7 місяців тому +4

    Abbey this has nothing to do with nutrition, but you are looking like a hunger crushing snackkk! 😂 Your hair looks so good, and the top is really cute and makes your eyes pop!

  • @susanollington5257
    @susanollington5257 4 місяці тому

    Hi all, just thought I’d give my own tip! I eat breakfast later (10-11am) and skip lunch - I worked out that if I put enough protein in my breakfast then have a small healthy snack in the afternoon (generally an apple) I actually just don’t get hungry until dinner. I used to feel this pressure to eat lunch even when I wasn’t hungry and now I just don’t :)

  • @LeilaGraham
    @LeilaGraham 7 місяців тому +2

    love all this info, and your content and sass, always!!

  • @kims1310
    @kims1310 4 місяці тому

    For a mayo substitute, I use mashed avocado on sandwiches and a small amount of olive oil in tuna or chicken salads. I figure olive oil and avocado are far healthier fats than mayo, and they're delicious!!

  • @DebDebbiesWorld
    @DebDebbiesWorld 6 місяців тому

    I'm not changing my plates (also, I dont need to lose weight lol) I have all white dishes. Not because I love them or for an aesthetic or anything, but because they are easy and cheap to replace (mine came from dollar tree) and when stacked in the cabinet, they are all the same size and look decent and not all willy nilly. LOL any color would work, but like i said, when these break or go missing- cheap and easy to replace. many of these things I do and I think probably many who successfully have lost, or who maintain their weight, do.

  • @sydneygambrel5800
    @sydneygambrel5800 7 місяців тому +1

    Love this and have used a few of these too!

  • @sasakikenske
    @sasakikenske 5 місяців тому

    So colored plates also help with senior care, as food is easier to see if youre vision impaired, and it can stimulate the appetite of thoses with mid or late dementia, as they're more likely to recognize the food as food, instead of objects. I've heard colored plates refered to as fiestaware.

  • @livics610
    @livics610 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for this, Abbey! I didn't know all of the tips, very helpful like always ❤

  • @blendedchaitea645
    @blendedchaitea645 7 місяців тому +26

    The idea of a warm tomato and spinach smoothie before each meal is simultaneously intriguing and repulsive... better call it soup! 😹

    • @kayo5291
      @kayo5291 6 місяців тому

      I know, ugh, I'm not a fan of the pureed soups.