What foods help burn fat?
http://bit.ly/2Ri4BRQ Foods that help people burn fat include split peas, chili peppers, coconut oil, and oily fish. Learn more about the best foods for burning fat, and how to add them to the diet, here. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 9, 2019 at 08:46AM
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Does this common food additive stop us exercising?
http://bit.ly/2FgyMCe New research, conducted in both mice and humans, finds a strong link between the consumption of phosphate and reduced levels of physical activity. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 9, 2019 at 03:45AM
20 ways to lose weight safely
http://bit.ly/2ABEScF Fad diets and rapid weight loss can be unsafe and often lead to people regaining the weight later on. In this article, learn how to lose weight safely by making long-term lifestyle changes. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 8, 2019 at 09:14PM
What Is the OMAD Diet? Everything You Need to Know About This Extreme Intermittent Fasting Weight-Loss Plan
http://bit.ly/2QxPsX6 If you follow weight loss trends, then you've probably heard about intermittent fasting—which has dieters forgoing food for up to 16 hours , then consuming their meals during the remaining eight hours of the day. It's restrictive, but not crazy-grueling. The OMAD diet, however, takes this to the extreme. OMAD stands for One Meal a Day; the idea is to fast for 23 hours straight and then consuming one large meal in a 60-minute window. Lately OMAD has been gaining popularity, with people swearing by it as a weight loss method as well as a way to tackle chronic disease and other health issues. To find out what the OMAD diet is all about and whether it can really help you reach your weight loss and health goals, we asked two nutritionists to give us their take. RELATED: 7 Drinks You Can Enjoy on the Keto Diet How to follow the OMAD dietLike many diets, OMAD has a host of rules. For starters, your one meal should be eaten in the same four-hour time block every day, so you eat on a consistent schedule. You're allowed to drink beverages during your 23-hour fast, but they have to be the calorie-free kind, like black coffee or water, explains Dana Angelo White, RD, a sports dietitian based in Connecticut and author of Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook. You also must consume your one meal on a standard dinner plate—nothing larger. (Sorry, bowl fans.) And no piling on heaping amounts of food. Whatever you choose to eat can't rise higher than three inches on your plate. “Other than that, dieters can (in theory) eat whatever they like,” says White. That's the upside to OMAD: You don’t really need to consider your calories or worry about the exact nutritional profile of the food you eat, as long as you’re saving all of your calories for that one period of time, says New York City–based nutritionist Natalie Rizzo, RD, author of The No-Brainer Nutrition Guide For Every Runner. So if you're someone who dislikes tracking and crunching numbers, OMAD has appeal. RELATED: The Best Diets of 2019—and Why the Keto Diet Ranked So Low Can OMAD lead to weight loss?This is an extreme level of intermittent fasting, no doubt. But Rizzo notes that there is some positive research surrounding fasting in general, showing that fasting could aid in weight loss as well as assist in preventing chronic disease. “Other research suggests that intermittent fasting helps regulate blood glucose level, which may be therapeutic for those with diabetes,” she says. Yet whatever weight loss or health benefits you see on the OMAD diet will likely be short-lived. The drawbacks are obvious: Not eating for 23 hours will probably lead to serious hunger, lack of energy, fatigue, and uncontrollable cravings, says Rizzo. What’s more, fasting for so long might make you so famished, you end up choosing the wrong foods when it is time to eat, like greasy fries and double bacon burritos. True, these are allowed on the diet; no food is off-limits for your one-hour meal. But face-planting in high-fat, low-nutrition foods could leave you taking in more calories than you need, not to mention cause stomach discomfort and mood changes. “When someone deprives themselves of food for 24 hours, they tend to lose control and overeat when it’s time to eat again. This can lead to choosing unhealthy options and eating way more than what feels natural in one sitting,” says Rizzo. RELATED: This Woman Says the Keto Diet Destroyed Her 17-Year Marriage—and Now Her Story Is Going Viral Plus, it'll be tough getting enough of the nutrients your body needs each day. “Joking aside, it would be fantastically difficult to meet your nutrient needs eating this way,” says White. “Sure, a well-balanced multivitamin and omega-3 supplement would be helpful, but I would still have concerns about dieters meeting their needs." Any calorie deficit you achieve would also likely promote muscle breakdown, as your body turns to burning muscle for energy. If you’re an athlete or are trying to build strength, the OMAD diet can backfire. If you do the OMAD diet, what should you eat?If you decide to do the OMAD diet, don’t fall into the trap of scarfing down anything you crave. “The diet allows you to eat whatever you want," says Rizzo. "Personally, I would suggest a well-balanced meal with healthy carbs, protein, and healthy fats.” Since you’re trying to make up for the calories you skipped throughout the day, feel free to load up on foods with lots of healthy fats, like avocado, olive oil, and nuts, she suggests. Also important: add in variety. “Because our nutrient needs are so diverse, variety would be essential. Mix it up by eating different things every day so you don't miss out on nutrients,” suggests White. You probably shouldn’t do it, thoughBoth Rizzo and White agree: the OMAD diet isn’t a sound one. Says Rizzo: “I would not recommend this diet. I think it’s entirely too restrictive and can lead to choosing unhealthy options. If I starved myself all day, I would be more inclined to eat a pizza than a piece of fish with veggies." If you do want to try intermittent fasting, at least go with the 16:8 method, which has you fasting for 16 hours and eating for eight. It’s not for everyone, but it's a much more balanced approach, Rizzo says. To get our top stories delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Healthy Living newsletter Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com http://bit.ly/2GCRyFt January 8, 2019 at 06:32PM
Does L-theanine have health benefits?
http://bit.ly/2FgQGnM L-theanine is a natural compound that is present in green tea and black tea. In this article, we look at the potential health benefits and risks of L-theanine as well as its dosage. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 8, 2019 at 04:13PM
How to tell if you have a femoral hernia
http://bit.ly/2VCEzqL A femoral hernia occurs when tissue pushes through the muscle wall of the groin or inner thigh. Symptoms include a lump and sometimes pain in the area. Diagnosis may include imaging tests, and there can be complications. Learn more here. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 8, 2019 at 03:13PM
What is the truth about type 2 diabetes?
http://bit.ly/2CWO90p Many people have misconceptions about type 2 diabetes. In this article, we discuss five of the common myths surrounding this condition and provide the truths. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 7, 2019 at 06:09PM
The DASH Diet Is One of the Top Ranked Weight Loss Plans—Here's What It's All About
http://bit.ly/2RepgGo Last week, when the annual best diets list from U.S. News and World Report came out, the DASH diet once again made the cut—praised for its ability to help people lose weight or simply improve their overall health. This recent buzz has put DASH back in the headlines again. But what exactly is the DASH diet, and is it something you should try? As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I have counseled people through it; in my opinion there are pros and cons. RELATED: The Best Diets of 2019—and Why The Keto Diet Ranked So Low What exactly is the DASH diet?DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, yet it's not only effective for people trying to lower their blood pressure. The diet has been around for two decades, and studies have shown that it can lead to weight loss, protect heart health, and lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and certain cancers. For these reasons, it's promoted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The plan is relatively simple. DASH recommends specific portions from a variety of food groups daily, depending on your daily calorie needs (which are determined by your age, sex, and activity level). For example, a 1600 calorie DASH diet includes 6 servings of grains daily; 3-4 servings of vegetables; 4 servings of fruit; and 2-3 servings of low-fat dairy. Also recommended are 3-4 ounces total per day of lean meat, poultry, or fish; 3-4 servings of nuts, seeds, and legumes per week; and 2 servings of fats and oils daily. DASH puts limits on sugar, recommending 3 or fewer servings per week of sweets. It also curtails sodium intake to a maximum of 2,300 mg per day. The diet is intended to be part of a lifestyle that reduces alcohol consumption and emphasizes stress reduction, physical activity, not smoking, and getting plenty of sleep. In short, it’s not a fad diet. DASH is meant to be followed for the long haul. RELATED: The Number One Thing You Need to Do to Lose Weight Forever, According to Experts DASH drawbacks to considerBut DASH does have some drawbacks. The plan is lower in healthful fats than I usually recommend, and there aren't obvious options for people who can’t or don’t eat dairy or animal proteins. Also, I typically advise a higher intake of non-starchy veggies and slightly lower consumption of starches. Another con is that the rate of weight loss with DASH can be slow. To see continued progress, it’s important to pinpoint your ideal calorie level and follow the recommended portions carefully—in other words, two level tablespoons of nut butter, not two heaping spoonfuls. RELATED: I Just Finished Whole30 and Lived to Tell the Tale—Here's How I Made It Through Why Dash can work for weight lossYet DASH offers a number of positives. In addition to being very sensible, nutrient-rich, and effective, DASH is fairly straightforward and sustainable. Many books and cookbooks are available to help DASH dieters figure out how to transform the daily servings from all the different food groups into practical meals and snacks. In my practice I have helped clients create outlines that make sense for meal planning (for example, including one serving of fruit with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack; one serving of veggies at lunch and two at dinner; two servings of starch at breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and so on). This type of framework is essential for implementing the diet daily. Understanding how to order from restaurant or takeout menus is also important. Bottom line: DASH is tried and true. If your goal is weight loss, DASH won’t melt the pounds off quickly. But if you identify the proper calorie level and stick with it consistently, it can be a safe, effective, and sustainable way to shed pounds, and simultaneously improve your health. Because DASH has been around for so long and is well accepted by health professionals, there are a lot of free resources online to access help. However, if you have trouble figuring out how to take the recommended daily and weekly DASH servings and turn them into menus, consult with a registered dietitian nutritionist. He or she can also personalize the plan for your needs by adjusting for food allergies or intolerances and offering tips for following the plan as a vegan or vegetarian. To get started, go to the NIH’s DASH page. Keep in mind that some aspects of the plan will work for you, but others may not. Ultimately the best diet is one that generates results, makes you feel well physically and emotionally, and has stick-with-it-ness. Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is Health's contributing nutrition editor, a New York Times best-selling author, and a consultant for the New York Yankees and Brooklyn Nets. To get more nutrition tips delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Healthy Living newsletter Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com http://bit.ly/2GCRyFt January 7, 2019 at 05:57PM
Can the Isagenix diet help you lose weight?
http://bit.ly/2AvOqWs The Isagenix diet is a weight loss system that involves eating Isagenix products for 30 days. In this article, we look at the effectiveness, safety, and evidence behind the Isagenix diet. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/O45xlc January 7, 2019 at 04:09PM Woman Loses 140 Lbs. After Being Bullied in High School: 'I Feel Like Two Different People'1/7/2019
Woman Loses 140 Lbs. After Being Bullied in High School: 'I Feel Like Two Different People'
http://bit.ly/2FgbYTg Life as a high school freshman was tougher than normal for Alexis Freed. At 285 lbs., she was cruelly bullied by her classmates and couldn’t fit into the school desks. “People would just snicker behind me,” Freed, now 22, tells PEOPLE for the 2019 Half Their Size issue. “I was so insecure that I would walk around the hallways with my head down and not make eye contact with anyone, because I figured if I look at them, they’re going to look at me and judge me.” The Garland, Texas-native wanted to change, but “didn’t have the self-control to choose a salad over a milkshake,” she says. Instead, Freed would start her days with three bowls of sugary cereal, then eat a lunch of PB&J sandwiches, snack cakes, gummies and cheese crackers. After school she would have a full meal as a snack — more cereal, macaroni and cheese or a bag of chips — before eating two servings of dinner with her family and bowls of ice cream for dessert. Finally, she’d end the day with a bedtime snack of crackers covered in peanut butter. “I was getting all of these health problems,” she says. “My doctor said I was pre-diabetic, and I had sleep apnea because I was so heavy that I had trouble breathing while I slept.” Her health problems — coupled with an incident at the state fair when she couldn’t fit on a ride — motivated Freed to start losing weight. “It took an emotional and mental toll on me,” she says. “I was like, ‘I’m only 15. I don’t want to be bigger than some of my teachers. I’m too young to have these health problems. I’m too young to be pre-diabetic simply because my eating habits and my weight. I’m so young but my body is having a hard time breathing while I’m sitting because of how much weight I have on me.’ “ In Dec. 2011, the winter of her freshman year, Freed decided to start Nutrisystem. The plan appealed to her because of the fun food options like chocolate muffins and granola, and because she could easily purchase a week’s worth of food at the nearby Walmart. “It was just the convenience really helped me out as a kid,” she says. “I didn’t have to think about what I’m going to eat or how I’m going to prepare it.” It took a week or two for Freed’s body to adjust to the smaller portion sizes, but soon she was losing 10 lbs. a month and felt comfortable running and exercising. She kept at it through her sophomore and junior years. “Each year I would come back to school a little bit smaller until I was where I am now,” she says. “It was exciting.” At the start of her senior year in Aug. 2014, Freed walked into school 140 lbs. lighter. “I was just so much happier with myself,” she says. “I lifted my head up. I had that confidence to wave to people. I didn’t shy away from my peers anymore.” Plus, she could finally fit into the school desks. “I walked into my first classroom, sat in the desk, and I could even fit my backpack between me and the desk,” she says. “That’s how much of a dramatic change it was.” For more stories of women who lost half their size, pick up a copy of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday. In the four years since, Freed has kept the weight off while transitioning to her own eating plan full of lean proteins, leafy vegetables and fruits. “The reason I’m able to not deprive myself and not have to follow Nutrisystem anymore is because it taught me so much,” she says. “It taught me portion control and how to have a better, healthier relationship with food.” Now, after all of the bullying she endured at the start of her high school years, Freed says she can’t believe she’s going to be in PEOPLE. “Don’t make fun of the girls in high school,” she says with a laugh. “You never know.” Have you lost half your size? Share your story with PEOPLE at halftheirsize@people.com! Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com http://bit.ly/2GCRyFt January 7, 2019 at 02:56PM |
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