Let’s face it, dieting and weight loss is a challenge in and of itself. There is a way to help you shed some unwanted pounds when you look at the underlying cause – your Zodiac sign. Many people don’t realize that your sign can have a significant influence on the types of foods you crave and how your body reacts to those foods. Forget calorie counting for a moment or the blood type fad that is going around and take a look at what your sign has to say about your diet.
Aries:
You are always on the move, which is great when it comes to losing weight. You can never sit still long enough to tax on the extra pounds. Your taste buds are suited to your element which is fire. You love spicy foods that are exotic. Thai Curry anyone? Because of you constantly on the go, you find it difficult to be tied down to the kitchen to make yourself something healthy and would prefer going out to eat with your friends. The plus side is you enjoy new flavors and trying things that are not on most people’s menu.
Because you like to get over with the daily chores, including eating, you need to find a way to eat more slowly and enjoy what is before you. You should opt for more red meats like steak and potatoes that require more time to consume and have the extra calories your body needs to adapt to your high-intensity lifestyle.
When it comes to exercising, you prefer intense workouts like boot camp workouts or cycling that will push your body further. You might also want to try kickboxing for the contact and to show your competitive nature. To balance yourself out and not become burnt out, add yoga or walking to your routine to slow yourself down.
Taurus:
As a Taurus, dieting is almost as bad as torture. You enjoy food to a fault. The more, the better and only the highest quality of food will satisfy your cravings. You love to cook and be in the kitchen concocting a large spread for you and whoever you have over for dinner. The downside though is not only the amount of food you consume but the fact that after the main course, dessert is always an option. Sweets are your biggest enemy when you are trying to lose a few extra pounds. The best way to overcome this is by adding natural sweets to your diet. Strawberries, grapes, and oranges are high in natural sugars and will help when it comes to shedding pounds.
While you are not completely against exercising, you cringe at high-intensity workouts. Swimming, walking, or a leisure bike ride is more your style and will help you to lose the weight.
Gemini:
You love to cook- for other people. Your personality has you talking more than eating when in a group setting, so weight gain isn’t necessarily a problem for you. However, you should be mindful of what you are fixing since you are prone to fatty foods. Alcohol is another factor since you are naturally social, you may find that you are consuming too many drinks that can add calories to your diet.
When it comes to exercising, you don’t care what you are doing as long as you have someone to talk to while on you are exercising. Walking is an excellent way to help you lose some weight as long as you do it with a buddy who will keep you entertained while on the stroll.
Cancer:
Homemade foods are your strength and your weakness. You tend to overeat because you just can’t help yourself when it comes to good quality foods. On the downside, you also reach for food when you are nervous, or life is unbalanced. You don’t like spicy foods due to your sensitive stomach but can’t help yourself especially if it smells delicious.
Exercising is a struggle, and you often give up because the scale isn’t going down. Try starting a food journal and make notes of what you are eating. You may find yourself a bit surprised at how much you consume. Walking is a great stress reliever as is swimming. If you are born on the cusp of transcending into Cancer or out of Cancer, yoga is a great way to tone your body. But you need to focus on what is going into your body before adjusting your exercise routine.
Leo:
Rich, delicate foods are what Leo’s love the most. You spare no expense when it comes to the culinary arts and relish in the flavors and the aromas despite the calories. You have no problems when it comes to overeating. You know your body well and know when to call it quits before over indulging. Your major problem though isn’t the food you consume it is how you consume it. Too often you find yourself the first one done with a meal. And while you know when to stop, you still find yourself eating foods that are unhealthy and high in cholesterol.
Moderate cardio exercises will help balance your body. When dieting, it is best if you lay off the red meats and add more vegetables and fiber.
Virgo:
When it comes to dieting, you are the most focused and disciplined out of all the Zodiac signs. Of course, this is also due to your sensitive stomach which doesn’t tolerate spicy or overly heavy foods. The main reason why you gain weight doesn’t have much to do with what you eat, but more of the fact that you have the slowest metabolism than the other signs.
Yoga is the best exercise for your body’s needs. Yoga will help keep circulation flowing, tone your body and help burn off the calories in a slow, but healthy way. It would also be wise to take vitamins and eat lighter foods than heavy creamy foods.
Libra:
You are the ultimate food coinsurers. Every meal is an experience, a feast, and pleasure. There are no ends to the kinds of foods you consume. From appetizers to desserts, you will taste everything. Your flaw though is your sweet tooth. If it came down to crab legs and lobster or strawberry cheesecake, you would pick the cheesecake. This is probably why it is so difficult to be on a diet. You hate the idea of restricting food delicacies. The best way for you to lose the weight is to start a food journal and track your calorie intake. This way, you don’t have to go without any of your favorite foods, as long as you control the amount of the food you consume.
Because you love the outdoors, any exercise you do should incorporate moving and seeing new things outside. Biking, hiking, swimming, jogging, and all the sports that get you outside will help you lose weight. Going to the gym will seem exciting at first, but you will find yourself losing interest in doing the same thing over and over. Spice up your routine and get outside.
Scorpio:
As a Scorpio, you live an extreme lifestyle. You will splurge on the finer things until you feel that it has gone too far, and then do a complete 180 and restrict yourself to get back on schedule. Dieting is no different. It is all or nothing. When you set your mind to a goal, you achieve it because you are disciplined and focused. The plus side is your love of spicy foods. Spicy foods burn calories during the digestive process, so you don’t end up becoming overweight. However, you find yourself constantly hungry. Try drinking a full 8oz glass of water before every meal to help you feel fuller after your meal. When you get the craving to raid the frig at night, drink another glass of water instead of the extra calories.
While you don’t have a problem exercising, you do have a tendency to overdo it. You find yourself on a roller coaster of binge workouts then revert to over indulgence. You need to break this cycle and find a balance between working out daily and food consumption if you want to lose weight.
Sagittarius:
From sushi to fried chicken, if its food, you will devour it and there is always room for sweets. That is both a blessing and a curse. However, your diet is sporadic. One minute you will be feasting on whatever you cook up, the next your like a five-year-old picky and indecisive. This roller coaster of highs and lows often leave your body without the proper nutrients that it needs. Slow down and get yourself on a regular schedule of breakfast, lunch and dinner. The best way to control your extreme nature of feast or famine is to start a food journal. That way you can not only regulate your overeating but also make sure you are eating.
Exercising for you needs to be intense. Falling into a dull routine of going to the gym won’t help you in losing weight. That is why it is imperative to do other activities that keep you moving. Routine is torture, so find alternative ways to burn calories, like going out dancing at a club.
Capricorn:
Your diet is based on the fact that you are similar to Aries, you are hard-working and need all the subsidence that you can get. While your everyday life may be hectic, sitting down to eat needs to be calm and peaceful. This is important to help you digest the food you eat. While you never go overboard on the quantity, you like foods that are of excellent quality. However, this means that you are prone to foods high in saturated fats and salty foods. If you live in the desert, that is great; salt can be your best friend to help you retain the water you need. But, if you don’t live in high heated areas, reduce your salt intake to help you lose those extra pounds.
Because you are a hard worker and like to use your hands, finding a sport to play to burn off that extra weight is the way to go. Being a part of a team will help you stay motivated.
Aquarius:
One of the strongest suits for you is that you enjoy trying and experimenting with new things, this includes food. While you have no shortage of fresh veggies on your plate, you need to focus on getting the protein your body needs to function properly. Also, you should try to avoid those late night snacks if you are trying to lose weight.
Nature calls relentlessly to you and to find time to exercise, you should answer the calling. Go for a hike, or a nice long stroll down the beach to center yourself and lose those stubborn pounds.
Pisces:
You love tradition, and that goes with how you cook and what you eat as well. However, you need to pay attention to the ingredients in those meals if you want to lose weight. Often the food you prepare isn’t as healthy as you think it is. Try finding alternative recipes that call for low-fat ingredients. Even though you prefer the company that surrounds you rather than the meal, pay close attention to your alcohol intake. Those extra cocktails may have more calories than you think which is why you can’t figure out why you aren’t losing any weight.
Exercising for you can become boring so find friends that will help keep you motivated. Try finding a Zumba class or spin class where you can find good company and be around other positive energies.
Remember, no matter what your weight loss goals are, you can achieve them with the right diet and exercise strategy in place. Don’t give up if the scale isn’t going down. Simply reevaluate what you are consuming and the time you eat. Try not to go to bed with a full stomach and add more cardio to your daily routine.
