π How to Stay Lean This Autumn Season of "Chun-go-ma-bi"
"Chun-go-ma-bi" (sky is high, horses are fat) season of autumn is here, and with the cooler weather, are your cravings going wild? π€€
If you give in to all the delicious temptations, you might be surprised by the numbers on the scale! But don't worry! We're here to share smart tips on how to enjoy autumn while keeping the weight off.
π¨ High-Calorie Foods to Avoid
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Roasted Chestnuts – Warm and sweet, these can be a calorie bomb if you eat them mindlessly!
• Roasted Sweet Potato (medium, approx. 200g): 280-300kcal
• Roasted Chestnuts (1 paper cup, approx. 150g): 240-300kcal
Tip: Steam or boil them instead of roasting, and eat in moderation! - Songpyeon & Rice Cakes – These chewy delights, often laden with sugar and oil, are a dieter's foe!
• Songpyeon (5 pieces, approx. 150g): 300-360kcal
Tip: Choose fillings with less sugar or plainer options, and only have a small portion! - Jeon (Korean Pancakes) – The star of holidays? π
βοΈ Pan-fried in oil, these are high in fat and calories!
• Donggeurangttaeng (meatballs), Yukjeon (beef pancakes), etc. (calories vary, 100-200kcal per piece)
Tip: Opt for vegetable or fish-based jeon, which are comparatively lower in calories!
π βοΈ Watch Out! Hidden Calorie Bombs
- Sweet Autumn Fruits (if over-consumed) – Apples, persimmons, pears are high in sugar, so overeating can lead to increased sugar intake!
Tip: Stick to the recommended daily amount (1-2 fist-sized pieces). - Oily Meat Dishes – As the weather gets colder, dishes like Galbi-jjim (braised short ribs) and Samgyeopsal (pork belly) are tempting but high in fat.
Tip: Choose leaner cuts of meat and consume with plenty of vegetables. - Grain Drinks & Sweet Lattes – A warm drink? Sugar and syrup can make these calorie-dense!
Tip: Substitute with sugar-free Americano or herbal tea!
π‘ Autumn Diet Success Tips!
- Filling Meals – Choose fiber-rich seasonal vegetables (mushrooms, spinach) and protein (tofu, chicken breast) to feel full!
- Drink Warm Water – Helps maintain body temperature, boosts metabolism, and curbs hunger!
- Regular Outdoor Activities – Sunlight promotes Vitamin D production, aiding fat burning and metabolism! It can also influence leptin levels, which suppress appetite. Get some sun whenever you can! Hiking and walks are great too!
- Sufficient Sleep – Lack of sleep increases appetite-stimulating hormones. Get good quality sleep to control your cravings!
π Enjoy a Wise and Healthy Autumn
Autumn is full of delicious temptations, but rather than just starving yourself or trying to resist everything,
what you need is the wisdom to make smart choices and enjoy it responsibly.
Instead of simply suppressing the natural instinct of appetite,
let's choose a wise autumn that transforms it into healthy habits!
Health Match supports your healthy autumn diet! β¨