Weight loss! One minute, you’re warming eba by 1am and enjoying life; the next, your aunty is telling you, “My dear, you have added o!”
Forget all those weight loss tips that say “Just eat salad and oats.” Salad ke? In this Naija economy? No be who chop belleful go think of salad? But fear not! If you want to lose weight without suffering too much, here are some realistic (and very Nigerian) ways to do it.
1. Dance Like a Proper Naija Person
If the gym is not your thing, abeg, turn up the music and dance! Afrobeats is already a full-body workout. One proper dance session is enough to burn serious calories. Just 30 minutes of legwork, or even a small TikTok routine can help you burn fat while having fun. Plus, who doesn’t love a good home party?
2. Swap Your Swallow for a Healthier Version
We love our pounded yam, eba, and fufu, but my dear, all that heavy food late at night? It’s not helping your weight loss dream. Instead of eba, try wheat swallow or oat fufu—same enjoyment, but fewer calories. Even amala has its fitfam version, “amala with fiber”! Who knew a fit life could still taste like home?
If you must eat fufu, let it be a small ball, not the mountain that can feed a village!
3. Walk Like NEPA Took Light
In Lagos, if you’re not walking to avoid traffic, you’re walking because Uber surge price will humble you. Instead of complaining, turn it into a workout! Walking burns calories, tones your legs, and costs absolutely nothing.
Next time you have to go somewhere close, skip the keke or okada, waka small, burn fat, and save money! Two birds, one stone.
4. Drink Zobo, Not Soda
Coke is sweet, but have you met zobo? This hibiscus drink is packed with antioxidants, helps with digestion, and can even reduce belly fat. Plus, it’s cheaper than all those fancy weight loss teas. Just make sure you take the unsweetened version, not by pouring one bucket of sugar inside!
Add ginger and pineapple to your zobo for extra fitfam benefits.
5. Drink Water Like Your Life Depends on It
Because honestly, it does! Many times, we think we’re hungry when we’re just thirsty. Before you eat that extra snack, drink water first. If you’re still hungry after 15 minutes, then maybe your stomach really means business.
Start your morning with a big glass of warm water and lime. It helps digestion, clears your skin, and wakes you up better than coffee!
Final Thoughts: Slow and Steady Wins the Race!
Losing weight is not magic; it’s consistency. You don’t have to starve or suffer to get your dream body!
