Added by Patricia Zelkovsky
In order to avoid any problem on health, it is best to maintain a healthy, well balanced diet. In this way, you gain control in developing your body into something that is desirable and in good physical shape.
On the other hand, if you are one of those many people who are currently suffering from obesity and other weight-related problems, it is best that you learn the secret to effective weight loss now or suffer the consequences more.
To get you started, here are some practical weight loss tips that will let you get the body shape that you want and stay at the peak of health.
Keep your eye on your metabolism
Sugar, you see, set off specific "metabolic processes" that are both madness for your waistline and damaging to your health. Sugar is considered as a metabolic toxic.
The American diet mainly consists of sugar. No wonder why nearly one-third of the American adult population is considered as obese.
And even if you do not take sugar straight, you will find it already inserted into a thousand different foods and beverages before they come to your table, put, for the most part, into stuff that, if it had not been made so sweet, you would wrinkle your nose up at.
Consequently, the problem continues to prevail if information had been disseminated regarding the harmful effects of excessive sugar content in the body.
The point here is that common sense will dictate that when a lot of people try the same answer to the same problem and they all fail, there is something wrong with their solution. And avoiding sugar may not be the simple solution after all.
You may have tried a low-calorie diet and you may have seen other people tried it. After a promising start, they end up as failures.
So the question now lies on whether sugar is really bad for the body or is it because it triggers certain metabolic processes that the body does not need.
Be wary on your insulin
Insulin is produced in the islets of Langerhans, a fraction of your pancreas. By the time your blood sugar increases, insulin dashes forward and change a fraction of "glucose" to "glycogen." Glycogen is a stored starch in the liver and the muscles. It is readily made available for energy consumption.
If all the glycogen supply areas are loaded, considering that there is too much glucose in the blood in spite of everything, which is, in essence outside the required amount of the body to function normally, insulin will alter the surplus to "fatty tissue" known as "triglyceride," which humans have in their bodies as the main substance of "adipose tissue."
No wonder why insulin has been known as the "fat-producing hormone."
In essence, insulin is an excellent worker. Otherwise, your body could not administer glucose, its primary energy, and levels of "blood glucose" will increase while the body explored for supplementary energy, your muscle tissue and fat stores.
On the other hand, assuming insulin is too efficient, or in abundance, it would administer a large amount of glucose to distribute it in the blood to stimulate the brain.
As an obese person gains more weight, the insulin dilemma gets bigger too. Various studies have exposed that the overweight person is exceptionally insensitive to the administration of insulin.
For so many years now, most weight loss tips have focused on exercise and proper balanced diet. Health experts say it is time to focus on these two important aspects of maintaining weight to achieve positive results.
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Saturday, July 11, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Tips for Weight Loss for the Teenager
Many teenagers are overweight, but even more just think they are. Tips for Weight Loss for the Teenager encourages the teenager to look at facts not fads or friends when considering whether or not to take action to lose weight.
In these modern times even teenagers are concerned about their weight. This is especially true with teenage girls. If you are a teenager and are concerned about your weight you need to really consider the next question seriously. Are you truly overweight or do you just have everybody telling you that you are?
Media, peers (your friends) advertisements, television, radio and many other sources have a way of making you feel guilty about your weight if you don't look like some super model. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look good but that can be taken to extremes. Many teenagers, young women in particular, are obsessed with their weight to the extent of even starving themselves and actually being underweight. I doubt if that is your situation but you need to be aware of the problem and be sure you are not in this category.
Young people's bodies are still growing and maturing and need proper nutrition and at times their physical proportions can be off a bit. We used to know a young man that had an enormously large head for his body size. We used to call him "Big Head Bill". Man did he have a cranium! Guess what, as he became an adult his body caught up and even though his head is the same size we no longer call him "Big Head Bill", well maybe once in a while. Now what if Bill was obsessed with his seemly large head and tried drastic measures to reduce its size. I can't imagine what he would do but he might end up hurting himself in some way!
This may be somewhat funny but the same could be true of you. You're still growing into an adult and you may feel a bit awkward and even be teased about your physical appearance but most likely things will work out. Bill didn't care; he told everyone that his big head housed an enormously large brain. If you think about it, that was a pretty smart attitude to have!
You need to be reasonable with your assessment of yourself. Ask yourself "Do I feel I am overweight or is everyone else telling me I am?" Now if you feel you do need to lose a few pounds why not get a second opinion just to be safe. Ask your parents. I know, you don't want to get them involved. Well it is a good idea but if you refuse you could ask another adult (not a teenager) that you feel comfortable with, maybe a relative or your teacher. Here is some tips for weight loss for you.
If you decide that you still need to lose some weight be sure to go about it responsibly. Eat healthy meals and don't skip any, especially breakfast. Exercise and get plenty of sleep. Any quality weight loss program will make sure you do all of the above and more to keep you healthy and strong, oh and I almost forgot, feel great about yourself!
www.my5starreview.comBy Robert Hemken Jr.
In these modern times even teenagers are concerned about their weight. This is especially true with teenage girls. If you are a teenager and are concerned about your weight you need to really consider the next question seriously. Are you truly overweight or do you just have everybody telling you that you are?
Media, peers (your friends) advertisements, television, radio and many other sources have a way of making you feel guilty about your weight if you don't look like some super model. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look good but that can be taken to extremes. Many teenagers, young women in particular, are obsessed with their weight to the extent of even starving themselves and actually being underweight. I doubt if that is your situation but you need to be aware of the problem and be sure you are not in this category.
Young people's bodies are still growing and maturing and need proper nutrition and at times their physical proportions can be off a bit. We used to know a young man that had an enormously large head for his body size. We used to call him "Big Head Bill". Man did he have a cranium! Guess what, as he became an adult his body caught up and even though his head is the same size we no longer call him "Big Head Bill", well maybe once in a while. Now what if Bill was obsessed with his seemly large head and tried drastic measures to reduce its size. I can't imagine what he would do but he might end up hurting himself in some way!
This may be somewhat funny but the same could be true of you. You're still growing into an adult and you may feel a bit awkward and even be teased about your physical appearance but most likely things will work out. Bill didn't care; he told everyone that his big head housed an enormously large brain. If you think about it, that was a pretty smart attitude to have!
You need to be reasonable with your assessment of yourself. Ask yourself "Do I feel I am overweight or is everyone else telling me I am?" Now if you feel you do need to lose a few pounds why not get a second opinion just to be safe. Ask your parents. I know, you don't want to get them involved. Well it is a good idea but if you refuse you could ask another adult (not a teenager) that you feel comfortable with, maybe a relative or your teacher. Here is some tips for weight loss for you.
If you decide that you still need to lose some weight be sure to go about it responsibly. Eat healthy meals and don't skip any, especially breakfast. Exercise and get plenty of sleep. Any quality weight loss program will make sure you do all of the above and more to keep you healthy and strong, oh and I almost forgot, feel great about yourself!
www.my5starreview.comBy Robert Hemken Jr.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Ways to Lose Fat Fast - Techniques That are Guaranteed to Work
Being overweight can cause many health problems. As an example, conditions such as hypertension, cardiac troubles, sleep apnea and diabetes can stem from carrying too much weight. Simple solution is to lose the weight and keep it off. Here are some ideas on ways to lose weight fast. Use these ideas as a way to lose fat fast and to kick start a new, health regime. The first tip is easy and obvious. Eat less. Find a way of reducing your daily intake of food. Cut out snacks and reduce the size of your meals. This is not as easy as it sounds but by being strong, this simple suggestion will make the biggest difference to your weight loss. Also, try and eat more natural foods, such as fruit and vegetables, lean meat and low fat dairy products. Drink plenty of water every day. We are talking about 8 – 10 glasses. If you don’t like the taste of plain water, there are plenty of flavoured varieties which can be found in many stores. Keep notes of what you have eaten that day. And it needs to be an honest list with every single item of food you have eaten that day. When your daily food consumption is written down, you may be surprised how much you REALLY eat. This is another simple step which is powerful in getting people to eat less. Start being more active. You need to be taking on an activity which will raise your heart rate. Try riding a bike or jogging. Join a gym. Forget the elevator and use the stairs. Walk more on shorter journeys instead of taking the car. It is easier to do exercise if you are doing something you enjoy. You will work harder and the weight will come off quicker. These are just a few weight loss tips that have been proven to be effective in losing weight and burning fat. You can find many more tips on my web site.
Geol Spence is a highly regarded weight loss expert and his proven weight loss and fat burning tips have been published on many web sites. Geol has spent months researching weight loss ideas.
Get instant access to some of Geol’s weight loss tips, plus download his free eBook ‘Weight Loss Myths….and good advice’ and much more at Geol’s weight loss website How Can I Lose Fat Fast?
Geol Spence is a highly regarded weight loss expert and his proven weight loss and fat burning tips have been published on many web sites. Geol has spent months researching weight loss ideas.
Get instant access to some of Geol’s weight loss tips, plus download his free eBook ‘Weight Loss Myths….and good advice’ and much more at Geol’s weight loss website How Can I Lose Fat Fast?
Monday, December 8, 2008
Tips For Guaranteed Healthy and Fast Weight Loss
Tips for Guaranteed Healthy and Fast Weight Loss
by: Nathalie Fiset
Almost everybody, at some point in their of life, has experienced weight-related problems. Most of us, women and men alike, are not content with what we see. We feel that unless we are wafer thin like the models and celebrities we see on television and magazines, we will never be attractive and beautiful.
On the other hand, there are an increasing number of obese individuals across the world. Becoming overweight has become a trend in both the West and East hemispheres. The increasing popularity of processed and fast foods have exacerbated the obesity situation.
There are many diseases related to being overweight, such as hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea, coronary heart disease, to name a few. Thus, you need to find ways to incorporate weight loss activities and good eating habits to our daily routine.
Before you start any type of diet, however, you need to go to a physician first. The doctor will tell you if your weight loss plan is appropriate for your health condition. Furthermore, the physician will also assist you in determining if you really need to lose weight and how much weight you need to shed. Many people develop eating disorders because they do not visit a doctor before drastically changing their eating habits and starting a diet plan.
If you want to lose weight fast, healthy and permanently, you need to follow the tips below.
Maintain a balanced diet
The reason why many people are overweight is partly due to an unbalanced diet. If you eat too much from one food group, you won't be able to get the vitamins and nutrients that your body need.
A balanced diet is composed of protein, dairy food, a little bit of fat from healthy oil, fruit and vegetables, and good carbohydrates -- at least 5 portions every day. Many professionals suggest a diet that is composed of mostly carbohydrate, moderate protein intake, and a little bit of fat.
However, there are many diets espousing a huge amount of protein intake and a dramatic decrease in carbohydrates. Before you apply such diets to your daily routine, you need to talk with a physician first. This high-protein diet may not be ideal for some people, such as those with kidney disease.
Increase servings of fruit and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamins and minerals that our body need. Such food supplies us with vitamin A that is good for our eyes, vitamin C that boosts our immune system, beta-carotene that helps protects our body from the damage of free radicals, and nutrients.
Most fruits and vegetables are high in fiber and low calorie, so they also help clean our colon and make us feel fuller. Canned fruits and vegetables are acceptable; however, there is no substitute for the real thing.
Stay away from junk food and sugar-loaded drinks
Try eliminating junk food and soda from your diet for a week or two, and you will surely feel and see the difference. Maybe the reason why it is called junk food is due to its poor nutritional value. Try looking at a junk food's label, not only is it full of saturated fat, but also usually high in salt or sugar, or both.
Aside from water, most of the things you drink are also loaded with calories. Soda and sweetened fruit juices are mainly sugar. Thus, no matter how little you eat, but if you still drink lots of soda and sweetened beverages, you will still continue to gain weight.
Don't skip breakfast
Even if you are in a hurry or late for work or school, you need to grab a bite. It would be better if your breakfast is healthy – probably an apple, oatmeal and a glass of nonfat milk.
If you miss breakfast, you most probably will feel hungrier the rest of the day. In order for our body function properly, we need energy from the food we eat. If you skip breakfast, or a meal or two, your body's metabolism will slow down to compensate for the lack of energy supply.
More often than not, people who skip meals, particularly the first meal of the day, will binge later in the day. So, even if you skipped breakfast, you will have a tendency to eat a lot during lunch or dinner.
Start exercising
Many of us spend an extended number of hours in our offices. We get stuck sitting down in front of the computer for more than eight hours. When we get home, we spend another hour or two to check e-mails and chat with friends. Thus, we don't expend most of the calories from the food we eat and those excess calories go straight to our belly, arms and thighs.
If you want to increase your metabolism, you must start exercising. Brisk walking is a good way to start your exercise routine. If you do not have time to go to the gym, you need to find ways to increase your activities. Try sports activities that you will enjoy – boxing, badminton, or spelunking. There are many to fat burning activities to choose from.
The tips above will not let you lose 10 pounds overnight. However, in the long run, such changes will help you become healthier and fitter. The weight loss you will experience will be more permanent.
About The Author
Dr Nathalie Fiset is a family doctor and a certified hypnotherapist. For more information go to: http://www.reachyouridealweight.com http://www.aperfectharmony.com or http://www.a-1hypnosis.com.
by: Nathalie Fiset
Almost everybody, at some point in their of life, has experienced weight-related problems. Most of us, women and men alike, are not content with what we see. We feel that unless we are wafer thin like the models and celebrities we see on television and magazines, we will never be attractive and beautiful.
On the other hand, there are an increasing number of obese individuals across the world. Becoming overweight has become a trend in both the West and East hemispheres. The increasing popularity of processed and fast foods have exacerbated the obesity situation.
There are many diseases related to being overweight, such as hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea, coronary heart disease, to name a few. Thus, you need to find ways to incorporate weight loss activities and good eating habits to our daily routine.
Before you start any type of diet, however, you need to go to a physician first. The doctor will tell you if your weight loss plan is appropriate for your health condition. Furthermore, the physician will also assist you in determining if you really need to lose weight and how much weight you need to shed. Many people develop eating disorders because they do not visit a doctor before drastically changing their eating habits and starting a diet plan.
If you want to lose weight fast, healthy and permanently, you need to follow the tips below.
Maintain a balanced diet
The reason why many people are overweight is partly due to an unbalanced diet. If you eat too much from one food group, you won't be able to get the vitamins and nutrients that your body need.
A balanced diet is composed of protein, dairy food, a little bit of fat from healthy oil, fruit and vegetables, and good carbohydrates -- at least 5 portions every day. Many professionals suggest a diet that is composed of mostly carbohydrate, moderate protein intake, and a little bit of fat.
However, there are many diets espousing a huge amount of protein intake and a dramatic decrease in carbohydrates. Before you apply such diets to your daily routine, you need to talk with a physician first. This high-protein diet may not be ideal for some people, such as those with kidney disease.
Increase servings of fruit and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamins and minerals that our body need. Such food supplies us with vitamin A that is good for our eyes, vitamin C that boosts our immune system, beta-carotene that helps protects our body from the damage of free radicals, and nutrients.
Most fruits and vegetables are high in fiber and low calorie, so they also help clean our colon and make us feel fuller. Canned fruits and vegetables are acceptable; however, there is no substitute for the real thing.
Stay away from junk food and sugar-loaded drinks
Try eliminating junk food and soda from your diet for a week or two, and you will surely feel and see the difference. Maybe the reason why it is called junk food is due to its poor nutritional value. Try looking at a junk food's label, not only is it full of saturated fat, but also usually high in salt or sugar, or both.
Aside from water, most of the things you drink are also loaded with calories. Soda and sweetened fruit juices are mainly sugar. Thus, no matter how little you eat, but if you still drink lots of soda and sweetened beverages, you will still continue to gain weight.
Don't skip breakfast
Even if you are in a hurry or late for work or school, you need to grab a bite. It would be better if your breakfast is healthy – probably an apple, oatmeal and a glass of nonfat milk.
If you miss breakfast, you most probably will feel hungrier the rest of the day. In order for our body function properly, we need energy from the food we eat. If you skip breakfast, or a meal or two, your body's metabolism will slow down to compensate for the lack of energy supply.
More often than not, people who skip meals, particularly the first meal of the day, will binge later in the day. So, even if you skipped breakfast, you will have a tendency to eat a lot during lunch or dinner.
Start exercising
Many of us spend an extended number of hours in our offices. We get stuck sitting down in front of the computer for more than eight hours. When we get home, we spend another hour or two to check e-mails and chat with friends. Thus, we don't expend most of the calories from the food we eat and those excess calories go straight to our belly, arms and thighs.
If you want to increase your metabolism, you must start exercising. Brisk walking is a good way to start your exercise routine. If you do not have time to go to the gym, you need to find ways to increase your activities. Try sports activities that you will enjoy – boxing, badminton, or spelunking. There are many to fat burning activities to choose from.
The tips above will not let you lose 10 pounds overnight. However, in the long run, such changes will help you become healthier and fitter. The weight loss you will experience will be more permanent.
About The Author
Dr Nathalie Fiset is a family doctor and a certified hypnotherapist. For more information go to: http://www.reachyouridealweight.com http://www.aperfectharmony.com or http://www.a-1hypnosis.com.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Tips for Weight loss for the Teenager
Tips for Weight Loss for the Teenager
Many teenagers are overweight, but even more just think they are. Tips for Weight Loss for the Teenager encourages the teenager to look at facts not fads or friends when considering whether or not to take action to lose weight.
In these modern times even teenagers are concerned about their weight. This is especially true with teenage girls. If you are a teenager and are concerned about your weight you need to really consider the next question seriously. Are you truly overweight or do you just have everybody telling you that you are?
Media, peers (your friends) advertisements, television, radio and many other sources have a way of making you feel guilty about your weight if you don't look like some super model. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look good but that can be taken to extremes. Many teenagers, young women in particular, are obsessed with their weight to the extent of even starving themselves and actually being underweight. I doubt if that is your situation but you need to be aware of the problem and be sure you are not in this category.
Young people's bodies are still growing and maturing and need proper nutrition and at times their physical proportions can be off a bit. We used to know a young man that had an enormously large head for his body size. We used to call him "Big Head Bill". Man did he have a cranium! Guess what, as he became an adult his body caught up and even though his head is the same size we no longer call him "Big Head Bill", well maybe once in a while. Now what if Bill was obsessed with his seemly large head and tried drastic measures to reduce its size. I can't imagine what he would do but he might end up hurting himself in some way!
This may be somewhat funny but the same could be true of you. You're still growing into an adult and you may feel a bit awkward and even be teased about your physical appearance but most likely things will work out. Bill didn't care; he told everyone that his big head housed an enormously large brain. If you think about it, that was a pretty smart attitude to have!
You need to be reasonable with your assessment of yourself. Ask yourself "Do I feel I am overweight or is everyone else telling me I am?" Now if you feel you do need to lose a few pounds why not get a second opinion just to be safe. Ask your parents. I know, you don't want to get them involved. Well it is a good idea but if you refuse you could ask another adult (not a teenager) that you feel comfortable with, maybe a relative or your teacher. Here is some tips for weight loss for you.
If you decide that you still need to lose some weight be sure to go about it responsibly. Eat healthy meals and don't skip any, especially breakfast. Exercise and get plenty of sleep. Any quality weight loss program will make sure you do all of the above and more to keep you healthy and strong, oh and I almost forgot, feel great about yourself!
www.my5starreview.com
By Robert Hemken Jr.
Published: 11/6/2008
Many teenagers are overweight, but even more just think they are. Tips for Weight Loss for the Teenager encourages the teenager to look at facts not fads or friends when considering whether or not to take action to lose weight.
In these modern times even teenagers are concerned about their weight. This is especially true with teenage girls. If you are a teenager and are concerned about your weight you need to really consider the next question seriously. Are you truly overweight or do you just have everybody telling you that you are?
Media, peers (your friends) advertisements, television, radio and many other sources have a way of making you feel guilty about your weight if you don't look like some super model. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look good but that can be taken to extremes. Many teenagers, young women in particular, are obsessed with their weight to the extent of even starving themselves and actually being underweight. I doubt if that is your situation but you need to be aware of the problem and be sure you are not in this category.
Young people's bodies are still growing and maturing and need proper nutrition and at times their physical proportions can be off a bit. We used to know a young man that had an enormously large head for his body size. We used to call him "Big Head Bill". Man did he have a cranium! Guess what, as he became an adult his body caught up and even though his head is the same size we no longer call him "Big Head Bill", well maybe once in a while. Now what if Bill was obsessed with his seemly large head and tried drastic measures to reduce its size. I can't imagine what he would do but he might end up hurting himself in some way!
This may be somewhat funny but the same could be true of you. You're still growing into an adult and you may feel a bit awkward and even be teased about your physical appearance but most likely things will work out. Bill didn't care; he told everyone that his big head housed an enormously large brain. If you think about it, that was a pretty smart attitude to have!
You need to be reasonable with your assessment of yourself. Ask yourself "Do I feel I am overweight or is everyone else telling me I am?" Now if you feel you do need to lose a few pounds why not get a second opinion just to be safe. Ask your parents. I know, you don't want to get them involved. Well it is a good idea but if you refuse you could ask another adult (not a teenager) that you feel comfortable with, maybe a relative or your teacher. Here is some tips for weight loss for you.
If you decide that you still need to lose some weight be sure to go about it responsibly. Eat healthy meals and don't skip any, especially breakfast. Exercise and get plenty of sleep. Any quality weight loss program will make sure you do all of the above and more to keep you healthy and strong, oh and I almost forgot, feel great about yourself!
www.my5starreview.com
By Robert Hemken Jr.
Published: 11/6/2008
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