Weight Loss
Weight Loss
Tips To Lose Weight
By Barbara “BJ” LeGrand Cockrell
As most of you know, one of the most popular resolutions is to get in better shape and lose weight. It may not be as easy as just changing your diet.
So, I’ve summarized some of Dr. Josh Axe’s ways to help you not only lose weight but live a healthier and happier life. To learn more details about each tip and to find the rest of his 49 tips you can go to Draxe.com. I’ve learned a lot from him over the years to maintain health and fight disease and thought you could benefit from this timely information.
Here’s to a healthier you!
1. Schedule workouts. Pencil workouts into your daily planner to hold you accountable and help you stick to it.
2. Break up workouts throughout the day. Break up workouts throughout the day in bursts of 10-15 minutes to make your time more effective and fit your schedule.
3. Don’t let traveling derail your efforts. Take a resistance band, scope out fitness scene in advance, rent a bike or use the hotel gym to keep yourself on track.
4. Add variety to your routine. Keep your muscles guessing by cross training and trying different workouts or tweaking your usual routine. You’ll work new muscles and beat boredom while trying something new.
5. But don’t force yourself to do an activity you dislike. If you hate an activity, you’re likely much less likely to stick with it. Pick workouts and activities that challenge you and you enjoy.
6. Do it on a budget. There are many other ways to get in a great workout without spending much money. Try a YouTube workout, check out low-cost community fitness centers or invest in a few quality exercise videos.
7. Crank up the music. It’s been scientifically proven that listening to upbeat music during exercise helps you work harder and enjoy both the workout and the music more. Add your favorite to get moving.
8. Exercise with a group. Classes provide an opportunity to try something new in a safe, supportive environment or just meet up to do a group activity.
9. Start your day with a workout. If you constantly find that there’s not enough time during the day to squeeze in a workout, it might be time to jumpstart your day with one. Prepare the night before and get moving early.
10. Get results fast with burst training. This method of exercise helps your body burn fat faster because your metabolism stays elevated for up to 48 hours after exercise. When you’re short on time but want fast results, it’s a super effective option to lose weight fast.
11. Skip the scale. To get a better indication of how your body is changing, use body measurement tape instead to track your size and progress.
12. Incorporate weight lifting. Building muscle helps you lose inches all around, keeps your metabolism going after leaving the gym and will help you look better, too.
13. Consider using a personal trainer. A certified personal trainer can be a great way to kick-start your healthy lifestyle or help get you over a weight loss plateau.
14. Drink plenty of water. Drinking water not only keeps fat toxins moving out of the body, it also keeps your metabolism running optimally. In fact, in a 2013 study showed 14 healthy men and women increased their metabolic rate by 30 percent after drinking about 16 ounces of water! And if that’s not enough to convince you the world’s healthiest drink will help you lose weight fast, and it’s calorie-free, too!
15. Pack your own snacks. From apple chips to an on-the-go smoothie, you’ll get the nutrients you need without the icky preservatives from expensive, processed “foods.”
16. Increase your protein intake. Aim to consume at least half your body weight in grams of protein each day to lose weight and burn fat.
17. Eat grapefruit. Take advantage of grapefruit’s metabolic boosting enzyme AMPK, by adding slices to your salad or smoothie.
18. Drink green tea. According to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, green tea is more effective than other teas like oolong at promoting weight loss because of its high levels of catechins. Aim to drink 1–3 cups of green tea daily.
19. Get your fill of fiber. Foods high in fiber will help you feel fuller longer, balance blood sugar, lower cholesterol and more.
20. Eat 90 percent of your meals at home. By controlling what ingredients, fats and oils are in your food, you’ll be able to make healthy choices without sacrificing the food and flavors you love.
21. Stock pile healthy snacks at home. Keep your cabinets and refrigerator stocked with fresh, healthy foods so they’re front and center.
22. Make a menu. Choose your favorite recipes and decide what you want to serve for meals a week at a time.
23. Slow down! Eating slowly eases digestion and helps your brain realize when you are full. Try putting down your fork or spoon between bites.
24. Let go of the grains. Try to consume 1 serving daily at most.
25. Don’t shop on an empty stomach. Make sure to have a quick snack before shopping to help keep compulsive shopping down.
The Truth About Sugar
Can sugar really be all that bad for you? Can it really have a head-to-toe impact on the human body? When we’re talking about added sugar (which is in A LOT of our food these days) the answer is a resounding “yes”. Of course the sugar industry has actively fought to change public opinion about the health effects of sugar; we now know today that sugar impacts just about every organ system in the body. And not in a good way either.
In order to understand what is so bad about sugar, then you need to understand what it is made of.
Before sugar enters the bloodstream from the digestive tract, it is broken down into two simple sugars… glucose and fructose.
• Glucose is found in every living cell on the planet. If we don’t get it from the diet, our bodies produce it.
• Fructose is different. Our bodies do not produce it in any significant amount and there is no physiological need for it.
Today I’ll show you some of the top ways added sugar can destroy your body.
Sugar is the biggest cause of obesity- sugar drives insulin which is our fat storing hormone. Fructose (half sugar) does not affect our satiety and so we do not get that full signal so continue to eat/drink beyond which is required. Sugar can be addictive in many people so will continue to eat and stimulate their own appetite with ever increasing sugar loads. Fructose especially is sweet and cheaper than sugar and doesn’t regulate hunger so we eat more- a recipe for weight gain.
Sugar causes insulin resistance- a diet high in sugar and carbs lead to a constant release of insulin. This high level of circulating insulin eventually leads to insulin resistance which often leads to pre diabetes and Type 2 diabetes.
Sugar crowds out nutritious foods- it used to be said that sugar is nothing but empty calories but this doesn’t actually explain the real menace. By eating high sugar and high carbohydrate junk foods, we crowd out nutrition. There is zero nutrition in sugar and high carbs foods such as hot chips, fried foods, burgers, cakes, and pizza. Junk food has negotiable nutrition and that is the problem. We are the most overfed and undernourished generation in history.
Sugar causes heart disease- Not fat. Too much sugar is linked to fatal heart disease, even in those who are not obese. Sugar is not only making us fat, its making us sick- regardless if you are thin or obese.
Added sugar is high in fructose, which can overload your liver- For people who are inactive and eat a Western diet, large amounts of fructose from added sugars get turned into fat in the liver.
Overloading the liver with fructose can cause non-alcoholic fatty liver disease- When fructose gets turned into fat in the liver it is shipped out as VLDL cholesterol particles. However, not all of the fat gets out, some of it can lodge in the liver. This can lead to Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), a growing problem in Western countries that is strongly associated with metabolic diseases. Studies show that individuals with fatty liver consume up to 2-3 times as much fructose as the average person.
Sugar is linked to cancer- Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and is characterized by uncontrolled growth and multiplication of cells. Insulin is one of the key hormones in regulating this sort of growth. For this reason, many scientists believe that having constantly elevated insulin levels (a consequence of sugar consumption) can contribute to cancer
Sugar is linked to Alzheimer’s disease – many are calling Alzheimer Type 3 diabetes. “We conclude that the term “type 3 diabetes” accurately reflects the fact that AD represents a form of diabetes that selectively involves the brain.
Sugar causes massive dopamine release in the brain, sugar is highly addictive- Sugar can be addictive for a lot of people. Like abusive drugs, sugar causes a release of dopamine in the reward center of the brain. The problem with sugar and many junk foods is that they can cause massive dopamine release… much more than we were ever exposed to from foods found in nature. For this reason, people who have a susceptibility to addiction can become strongly addicted to sugar and other junk foods.
Sugar can cause depression – there is a direct link between blood sugar and mood, especially blood sugar spikes and lows. The more uneven your blood sugars, the more uneven your mood. And by living on a high sugar, low nutrient diet, you won’t have the essential amino acids and vitamins required for assisting your mood.
Sugar affects your gut flora – and your gut flora impacts on your immunity, serotonin (happiness hormone), allergies, bowel function and metabolic function to name a few. Taking care of your gut flora cannot be emphasized enough. Our gut flora impacts on so many areas of our health and well being.
Sugar can lead to mineral deficiencies – chromium, copper, zinc and magnesium are all depleted through the metabolism of sugar.
Sugar can cause osteoporosis – Drinking carbonated sugary drinks causes increased calcium excretion and calcium loss form the body which can weaken bones in those who are at risk of osteoporosis.
Sugar causes kidney disease – high blood sugar is a major risk factor for kidney disease. Sugar damages the micro vascular vessels in the kidney which affect the ability for the kidneys to regulate excretion of harmful waste, blood pressure, salt, mineral, protein and fluid balance.
Sugar promotes acne – sugar promotes sebum (oil) on the face, sugar promotes inflammation, sugar reduces our immunity, sugar aggravates hormonal acne. Your skin will pay the price of a high sugar diet.
Sugar can aggravate eczema – a poor diet can cause reduced immunity, bacterial overgrowth in the gut and inflammation, all which can aggravate eczema and other skin conditions. Often a low sugar and candida free diet are prescribed.
Sugar can cause men to lose their mojo – It’s true. Poor blood sugar control causes micro vascular damage. Sugar affects the ability for blood flow, nerve and hormone damage. These are all common causes of ED (erectile dysfunction). What is even more important, that if a male is experiencing ED this may be the very first sign that something more serious is occurring. It’s time to go for a thorough examination by your doctor.
This just showcases a few truths of what added sugar is actually doing to our bodies. I hope this gives you some insight on the bittersweet truth of what added sugar can be doing to affect our health.
The 29 Best Superfoods for Weight Loss
By John Wright
Diets, working out and even surgeries have been some ways in which people have tried losing weight. However, one needs to realize that as long as they are consuming unhealthy foods, then weight will always be an issue for them. Hence, the need for one to take into consideration the fact that there are specific superfoods which they may easily be able to access in order for them to remain healthy and actually lose weight in the process. Listed below are some of the best super foods that one may easily be able to access in order to help them with weight loss.
Garbanzo Beans
Also known as chicken peas, these tan colored peas are fully packed with soluble fiber which is able to absorb water and give one a filling feel. Nevertheless, they are also full of nutrients and are able to contribute one with 7 grams of protein and 22 grams of complex carbs which then helps one lose weight while at the same time enjoying their meal.
Kidney Beans
For most vegetarian, kidney beans are normally a very good substitute for meat. This is because they are known to be rich in protein, iron, magnesium and potassium hence making them very rich. This then give one a very viable option instead of having to eat meat which has a lot of calories and may add to weight gain, they may easily consume kidney beans as they have been found to be super healthy and nutritious.
Black Beans
Black beans have been known to be very healthy as they are a combination of healthy fiber and protein as well. These type of beans are known to help in keeping one full and also they provide energy form the complex carbs. One may play around with various recipes in order for them to actually enjoy this nutritious superfood.
White Beans
Just like the rest of the bean family, white beans are also very nutritional and very healthy as they help in giving one the feeling of being full and provide energy at the same time. They are also very rich in magnesium, potassium, iron and protein. Hence, one remains healthy and at the same time reduces on the amount of food they are consuming which then leads to one losing weight in the process while still getting all the necessary nutrients.
Grape Fruit
Grapefruit is normally very rich in fiber and this helps in controlling appetite. This then helps one keep cravings which then results in them losing weight in the process.
Bananas
Known to be a power fruit, bananas are known to provide a healthy source of glucose and also give off a filling effect when one consumes them. This then helps one eat less when eaten before a meal which then contributes to one not eating a lot and avoiding sweets when they are in need of more energy.
Blueberries
Known to be very rich in antioxidants that help in keeping off free radicals, blueberries are a must have when it comes to weight loss. They are rich in water and fiber which help one slim down since they assist in reducing one’s appetite levels.
Plantains
Just like bananas, plantains are very essential when it comes to immune boosting, regulation of digestion, and they are also very rich in potassium. They also are able to give off a filling effect which helps in weight loss as they will not overeat
Pears
Pears have been associated with helping with regard to controlling one’s appetite. This is because they are known to contain at least 5.5. Grams of fiber in them, and they also help in keeping the digestive systems moving. Fiber is very essential as it helps the bodies absorb nutrients and vitamins provided by other superfoods. In addition, when one is feeling constipated, a slice of a juicy pear will be able to help ease one’s bowels.
Cheese
Feta and fresh goat cheese are known to contain a fatty acid that helps in making of feel full and burn more fat. One is advised to look for cheese labeled “grass-fed” as this will give them the healthiest amount of healthy fat.
Hot Peppers
Capsaicin is known to heat up one’s insides causing the body to burn extra calories. One may easily add it to their diet by eating it raw, in food, dried or in powder form.
Avocados
Avocados are one of the best sources of healthy fats and also amazing when it comes to helping with curbing cravings that may easily spring up in the event that one may want to snack in between meals or even after. They are known to help decrease one’s desire to snack due to the fact that they help in tracking the mind that it has gotten the nutrients that it was craving for. Hence, one may easily add an avocado to their meals in order to help them lose weight as it helps in curbing cravings.
Dark Chocolate
A bit of dark chocolate here and there helps in slowing down digestion hence making one feel fuller for longer and eat less at their next meal. It is also full of healthy fats that help in curbing cravings for sweet and salty food or even any fatty diet wrecker
Coffee
Coffee is very essential when it comes to curbing one’s appetite. Nevertheless, it also is able to boost one’s metabolism rate which lead to fat loss. It is rich in antioxidants that help in the converting fat to energy. This also helps in the lowering of glucose and insulin resistance which then stop weight gain after eating a meal.
Green Tea
Green teas is known to hydrates one’s body just like water and also shed a few pounds in the process. Nevertheless, it is also an antioxidant that increase one’s calorie and fat burning process leading to weight loss.
Wine
Resveratrol is a common antioxidant that’s found in grape skin which is known to stop fat storage. According to studies, most wine drinkers have narrower waists and less belly fat than liquor drinkers.
Low-Fat Milk
Fatty acids contained in this type of milk normally help one stay full for a longer period. In addition, calcium has also been associated with weight loss as well.
Collard Greens
One serving is enough to keep one going the whole day as it is rich in vitamins K and A as well as fiber. This is a very good idea if one is planning on slimming down or staying healthy as they only have a mere 6 calories.
Quinoa
This low calorie carb is able to provide protein, complex carbs and fiber for the body hence making one feel full in fewer calories. Helps one digest food slowly, keep them full and also provide sustained energy.
Pearl Barley
Pearl barley is one of the best superfoods that helps in controlling one’s blood sugar spikes just like bananas. One may also enjoy it since it helps in weight loss by providing sustained energy hence one will not have cravings and making one feel full due to the fact that digestion is slowed.
Pine Nuts
Pine nuts are normally overlooked by most people not knowing that they are very rich in protein, iron, mono-saturated fats which are very good in energy boosting and also fiber which helps in suppressing appetite. This will then go a long way to aiding in one’s weight loss journey.
Eggs
Eggs are full of protein which will help curb one’s appetite. One needs not worry about cholesterol as long as they are moderately eating the eggs.
Brown Rice
Brown rich is normally healthier than white rice given that it is a fiber filled meal that helps in providing sustainable energy for the body. This then prevents one from overeating or snacking after dinner.
Broccoli
Instead of one going on a diet whereby they reduce the amount of food which they are consuming, one may easily be able to include broccoli in their meals and get more nutrient while cutting calories at the same time.
Salmon
Given that salmon is rich in omega-3 fats and also protein, one is definitely not easily tempted to snack after dinner since it is full of high protein content which then helps one in their weight loss journey.
Oats
Oats are very rich in fiber that will help in improving one’s digestion and making one have better metabolism. The benefits of oats are definitely more than one, but they do help in weight loss as they prevent one from getting cravings or eating huge meals. It is a great weight loss trick.
Lentils
Just like beans, lentils are known to be full of protein. Actually, a cup is said to contain as much as 18g of protein for just over 200 calories. Nevertheless, the protein provided by the lentils is able to help in the building of lean muscle and help one in controlling hunger. This then helps one cut on calories and lose weight at the end of it all
Almonds
These powerful nuts may easily be added to oatmeal, salads since they are rich in fiber, omega-3 and protein. They also are known to help the urge of overeating.
John Wright is the editor-in-chief of ‘Renew Bariatrics‘ blog for health, obesity and weight loss topics. John enjoys educating all age ranges on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, from eating well to regular and rigorous daily activity. John is sunny California.
The Science Behind The Time You Work Out
An Article by Amy Boyington
It would be very surprising if you haven’t heard the phrase “timing is key” at least once in your life. The importance of timing in helping you reach your goals efficiently has always been emphasized.
But, it has been given more attention recently in the exercise and nutrition field. Nutrient timing and pre-workout supplements have all surged in popularity. Now, this attention is being paid to workout timing.
Some studies have started showing that not only how, but also at what time, you train can have a significant impact on your results.
But, why?
The Circadian Rhythm
Many people may be unfamiliar with the term “circadian rhythm” but may be very familiar with the term “biological clock”. Despite the different terms, the two are one and the same.
Your body experiences natural changes in hormone levels due to a mix of stimuli. These can include exposure to light, physical activity, and even the time you eat. These hormonal changes form a pattern or rhythm. Depending on the time over which these patterns exist, they can be classed as:
- Circadian rhythms, which last just over 24 hours. These can include fluctuations in hormones like cortisol and testosterone.
- Diurnal rhythms, which are the parts of the circadian rhythm that sync with day and night. An example includes a variation in immune cell count at night versus the day.
- Ultradian rhythms, which are short and high-frequency patterns within the circadian rhythm. These can include things like heart rate and blinking.
- Infradian rhythms, which are patterns that last longer than the circadian rhythm. A perfect example is the menstrual cycle, which can also impact training and results.
The above rhythms all influence elements of behavior. For example, it’s hard to stay relaxed if your heart rate is 180 bpm. It’s also hard not to blink more if someone’s flashing a light in your face.
More long-term examples include when you get tired, which is partly caused by the timed release of the chemical GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric-Acid for the chemistry geeks!) throughout the day.
Hunger is also influenced through the release of hormones like Neuropeptide Y and Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH). This can be why some people feel like snacking every hour, while some can go the entire day before feeling hungry.
Interestingly though, these hormones may be used to your advantage. Case and point, testosterone is a hormone associated with increased muscle growth and recovery. So, it would stand to reason that training at a time when this is elevated could help improve results over time.
It might seem like unlikely, but studies have started emerging showing this might actually be the case. Another factor would be how you’re normal behavior around the time of exercise could indirectly impact your results, such as fasted workouts or inadvertent nutrient timing.
So, is there a “best” time to train? How does training at different times impact progress for different goals? How can certain training times be used to optimize training results?
Below, we look at how all of these can be used to help you get the best results from your workouts, no matter the goal.
Morning Workouts
Time period: 05:30 – 12:00 approx.
Contrary to what many might believe, the early bird doesn’t get the worm, at least not with training.
Multiple studies have all shown that training later in the day will lead to better results in almost every aspect than morning workouts.
But, there are a few areas where morning training can help improve your goals. Firstly, fasted cardio is easier to do if you’re carrying out morning training. Research has shown fat oxidation to be slightly higher during fasted aerobic training, so this is a plus.
Also, if you’re carrying out multiple training sessions in a day, you’re going to have little other choice than to do one of them in the morning. The result can be a greater amount of calories burned over the day and a slightly higher burning of fat for fuel.
So, for the hardcore athletes training for performance or those looking to maximize fat loss, early morning training may help.
Best type of training for this period: HIIT training or exercise devoted to fat loss
Most suitable goal: Fat loss
Afternoon Workouts
Time period: 12:00 – 18:00 approx.
The majority of studies favor performing workouts in the afternoon for maximum results. One caveat here is that a lot of studies can define “afternoon” as anywhere from 2pm to 8pm. So, much of what’s written here can be carried over to the below section as well.
But, certain studies that have focused on the earlier afternoon have found significantly better results for things like aerobic and anaerobic capacity, strength, and muscle growth.
This is likely due to factors like an ideal body temperature, testosterone-to-cortisol ratio, and Growth Hormone release. All of these can help maximize workout performance and recovery.
For a more specific timezone, 3-6pm has generally been shown to be the optimal time of day for people to train.
Best type of training for this period: Strength (and muscle growth) training, aerobic and anaerobic endurance training
Most suitable goal: Strength and power, muscle gain, or peak athletic performance
Evening Workouts
Time period: 18:00 – 21:00 approx.
As stated, many of the above recommendations for afternoon training can be made for evening training. But, strength and power training have a few studies showing the later timezone to be the optimal time to train.
It also helps that eating high protein, and larger, meals in the evening can help boost muscle mass more than if eaten in the morning.
So, if you’re going to prioritize a certain goal for your evening training, make it strength and power development.
Best type of training for this period: Strength and power training
Most suitable goal: Strength, muscle mass and power development
A Few Considerations
See, there’s an ever-so-slight issue with your circadian rhythm. It can change.Pretty significantly too. This is actually the basis for jet lag. Your body is basically operating in a different time zone than it is used to. The result, as many know, include sleep and mood disturbance.
But, as many also know, your body adapts to this. The same is true of exercise and food intake. Diet has actually been shown to impact your circadian rhythm, to the point where there is now an effective anti-jet lag diet.
But, these changes have to be consistent for a change on the circadian rhythm to be made.
People also have different genetic rhythm types (like the annoying “morning people”). These individuals may actually be better suited to training earlier than their late-rising counterparts.
Caffeine can also help in offsetting your circadian rhythm when exercising (for the record: so can cocaine, but I’d recommend coffee). This means that early-risers may be able to compensate and obtain similar results from a morning workout as a later one.
Diet efficacy can also be influenced by circadian rhythm.
Wrap Up And Take Home Points
- Your body goes through a lot of hormonal changes throughout the day.
- These changes can be used to help you get the best results out of your training program.
- For the majority of goals, training in the afternoon or evening will help you get the best results.
- But, some individuals may be better suited to training later or earlier in the day, depending on their genetics.
- Some secondary factors, like performing faster cardio in the mornings or synching your evening workouts with a high protein intake can also help in maximizing results.
- Changing your exposure to light, training times, or food intake could also help you change your circadian rhythm.
- Caffeine may also help offset circadian rhythm-based lags in performance in morning workouts.
Amy Boyington
I’m Amy, a content writer from Ohio. As a work at home business woman, I enjoy helping other women learn how to create their dream careers with the perfect balance between their professional and personal lives. You can find some of my work on Reader’s Digest and other online lifestyle publications.
Freelance Writer and Editor of The Work at Home Mom Blog
Richie started Hurricane Fitness in 2011. Starting out as a Boxer at the age of 11 and winning County, Provincial, National and International medals in Boxing, he began running fitness classes and personal training.
Since then he has gone on to work alongside Olympic, World and European Champions and has trained many clients, both at home and abroad, with a wide range of goals and needs.
You can find him on his website; hurricanefitnessireland.com, or on his Facebook or Instagram page.
Richie Hedderman
Alternative Medicine – New Way to Lose Weight
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Weight loss is one of the big topics-no pun intended-on the late night television circuit. While flipping through the channels after 11p.m., you are likely to come across several advertisements for weight loss pills and diet supplements, each promising to assist you drop those unwanted pounds and remove stubborn belly fat once and for all.
Let’s face it, if these pills really worked, America wouldn’t be the top overweight country in the world.
There are types of alternative medicine, which can help with weight loss, however, and with great results. While no alternative medicine is a magic solution, practicing these principles can help you become more limber, feel more energetic, and the end result-or side effect if you will, is weight loss.
Take yoga for example. The low impact stretching involved with yoga will help you feel less stressed, and as a result less likely to over eat as a result of depression or anger. Acupuncture has exact pressure points in the ear which help reduce cravings, and detoxifying teas and herbs can help you feel healthier, and the side effect would be thinking twice before deciding that you want to “pollute” yourself again with oily and fatty foods. In this regard, alternative medicine is wonderful for loosing weight.
The majority alternative medicines for weight loss come in the form of detoxifying teas, energy supplements, and vitamins. The exercise and diet plans are the basis, as they should be, for safe and effective long-term weight loss. There is no magic potion to lose weight. In fact dropping pounds and keeping them off requires regular daily exercise and a change in eating habits, period.
However, to get you ready for weight loss, here are some alternative medicine detoxifying teas and interesting supplements.
Take turmeric, ginger, and lemon-about a half teaspoon each and the juice of half a lemon, and boil it all in 2 cups of water. Drink every morning as a detoxifier before you start your diet.
All diets should consist of fresh fruits and vegetables, and buying a juicer is a great way to make a habit out of eating healthy. Please see your doctor before starting any kind of diet plan.
Visit your local food co op or herbalist, they can get you set up with all sorts of alternative teas and nutrition advice, and can refer you to a good homeopathic doctor who will evaluate you as to what your individual nutrition needs are.
Bovine and shark cartilage are two dietary supplements to hit the alternative market. Both have been used for years outside of the United States and Britain, but now are big business in the health food stores.
The most popular form of alternative medicine for weight loss isn’t really medicine at all, rather behavior modification through hypnosis. Hypnosis doesn’t make you rely on will power, that’s one of the reasons it’s so popular.
How hypnosis works is that it examines what is subconsciously holding you to the thinking and eating habits that keep you overweight. Hypnotists believe that if the root cause of the obesity can be alleviated, the patient will naturally begin to lose weight. It is actually a very efficient form of alternative medicine, and overall can cost much less than trips to day spas and expensive over the counter weight loss pills. Through hypnosis you can let go of fears that keep you from eating healthy, and begin to allow a positive energy flow through you, causing you to want to stick to the new way of eating and exercising.
Wellness Tips: Health Products for Cholesterol, Weight Loss and Anti-Aging
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If you are concerned for your health and do not want to rely on prescription or over-the-counter drugs, there are other ways to encourage better health. Changing your diet and taking nutritional supplements can help you avoid serious health problems and help you feel better as you age.
Lowering cholesterol has become a major concern for many people as they enter middle age and beyond. If left unchecked, high cholesterol can become a serious health hazard. It increases the potential for heart disease, heart attack and stroke. If it is not treated, the arteries continue to build up plaque and become dangerously clogged.
Lower Cholesterol
There are many different drugs to treat high cholesterol but they also have negative side effects with continued use. There are nutritional supplements that are prepared with all natural ingredients that offer comparable benefits, often without harmful side effects. These health products usually work to lower cholesterol in your body that is not healthy. The LDL is harmful and can block arteries and cause serious health problems. Having a higher HDL can help remove the harmful cholesterol and prevent heart attacks.
Diet is also important for men’s health and women’s health. A diet high in leafy green vegetables and fruit can help raise your HDL, but white meat and dairy products tend to raise the harmful LDL. A healthy diet is essential for weight loss and overall health. Eating high fiber foods will help many areas of your body function more efficiently. Cut back on fatty foods, and you will see improvement in your digestion and weight.
An important factor in both lowering cholesterol and weight loss is exercise. Regular exercise promotes cardiovascular health as well. Exercise works naturally to burn excess fats and sugars. This helps your liver make HDL, the good cholesterol. It also strengthens your lymph system, improves circulation and helps fight diabetes.
There are many natural health products to help lower cholesterol, lose weight and help with aging. There are herbal and nutritional combinations to aid in weight loss by burning fat, speeding up metabolism, and suppressing appetite. These products would be much healthier to use than over the counter or even prescription weight loss pills.
Weight Loss and Anti-Aging
There are many supplements that help with aging, and include benefits such as strengthening the heart, improving blood flow, strengthening the eyes and organs, and providing antioxidants to fight cancer. Using these natural supplements will help you feel and look younger without loading your body down with chemicals.
If you want to take charge of your health, you can avoid serious health problems before they start. Unicity Health Products offers many nutritional supplements to help you regain or maintain good health. It is worth your time to learn what health products would be beneficial for you.
Like Magic Discover A Weight Wathcers Alternative
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Like Magic Discover A Weight Wathcers Alternative
If you’re looking for a weight wathcers alternative, there may be more choices that you have available to you than you realize. No matter what your weight loss goals may be, you can search for a weight wathcers alternative that suits your lifestyle and budget. And the good news is that the alternative you select can work to help you lose the weight safely and in a manner that will help you to maintain your ideal weight in the future.
There are so many dieting alternatives on the market today it is no wonder that some people find it very confusing and difficult to choose a program that will work in helping them to lose weight. If you have been searching for an alternative dieting program that will help you lose weight but haven’t found the right program for you, rest assured that your search is not in vain and that there are programs that you can use to help you lose weight and keep it off for good.
If you are searching for a weight wathcers alternative, the first step is to recognize the difference between the successful alternatives and those that are just designed as a competitive money-making alternative that may not work for you. The next step in choosing a weight wathcers alternative is to make sure that it is designed to work with your body type and eating lifestyle. Even the best weight wathcers alternative won’t work if you can’t maintain the diet’s requirements.
Understand that the dieting industry has many weight loss alternatives that are currently on the market and that many of these alternatives are not approved nor endorsed by the FDA and other authorities that test such programs to ensure their safety and success rates. This means that whatever weight wathcers alternative you select, you want to be sure that it is a tested program that has produced successful results. You can search for blind and double blind results that let you know you aren’t the first person to try your particular alternative and to see some of the different body types that have been helped by following the alternative.
Starting a new dieting program of any type is a life change. Don’t feel like it has to be done overnight or that there won’t be challenges to face. Do believe in yourself and your ability to find the right program for you and to stick to that program for your health and to keep you healthy for those you love and care for.
Schedule milestones along the way and reward yourself as you reach each of those points. When you reach your ideal weight, plan a party or vacation to show off your new body to the world around you. Know that there is a weight wathcers alternative that’s just right for you and it is available for your use and ready when you are so if you’ve been waiting for the right time, that time is here!
