Can the Coffee Diet Really Help With Weight Loss—and Is It Safe?
https://ift.tt/2Lsc2CF I have written before about the health benefits of coffee, as well as the potential perks of coffee naps, and why enjoying a cup before a workout may lead to better fitness results. Now, coffee has become the central component of a weight loss plan some refer to as "the coffee diet." What is the coffee diet, exactly?The plan, based on the 2017 book The Coffee Lover’s Diet by medical doctor Bob Arnot, involves drinking a minimum of three cups of light roast coffee daily, due to its higher polyphenol antioxidant content. (Coffee polyphenols are linked to a reduced risk of a number of diseases, including type 2 diabetes and certain cancers.) In fact, you can have as much coffee as you’d like, either decaf or regular, as long as you hit the three-cup minimum. RELATED: The Zero-Carb Diet May Be a Simple Way to Lose Weight—but Is It Safe? Dr. Arnot includes a good deal of research in the book about coffee’s ability to curb appetite, reduce fat absorption, boost metabolism, improve circulation, and burn fat. (Some of the benefits Dr. Arnot promotes are linked to caffeine, while others are true for regular or decaf coffee.) He advises skipping the sugar, cream, and milk, however, especially since the latter reduces polyphenol absorption. He’s also particular about the beans, which are technically seeds inside coffeeberries, the whole fruit of the coffee plant. He recommends coffee selections from high altitude regions with rich, volcanic soil close to the equator, which produce the most antioxidants. Ethiopia, Kenya, Colombia, and Brazil rank at the top. Apart from the three daily cups, the remainder of the plan is similar to other weight loss regimens. It involves avoiding refined carbs and processed foods while following many principles of the Mediterranean diet, with a calorie intake of around 1,500 per day. The book also includes recipes, much like a traditional diet book. Can the coffee diet promote weight loss?So is coffee really the solution to shedding pounds and keeping them off? Due to the aforementioned benefits, which are research-backed, it may help. Yet keep in mind a few important points. First, sipping java throughout the day without regard to the rest of your diet will probably not yield results. Simply displacing healthy meals and snacks with black coffee can become a form of restriction that deprives your body of nutrients, plus zaps your mental and physical energy. In other words, it's not just the coffee itself but the balance of your overall eating pattern that's key to weight loss. RELATED: Cutting Just 300 Calories a Day Can Improve Your Health, Study Finds For some people, coffee can trigger digestive irritation, including heartburn, and an upset stomach. Too much caffeine can also increase blood pressure, cause anxiety, rapid heartbeat, rebound fatigue, dehydration, and interfere with sleep. I generally advise my clients to cut off all caffeine at least six hours before bed, and to listen to their bodies for signs that they may be overdoing it. It’s also important to consume a consistent amount of caffeine each day. This helps the body adjust, and can offset caffeine’s diuretic effect. Fortunately, decaf still offers a number of benefits, so if you want to try to increase your coffee intake for the polyphenol benefits, you may want to stick with "unleaded" entirely. Bottom line: Coffee is good for you, especially without the add-ins. But it’s not a magic bullet, and too much can lead to unwanted side effects. If you’re a coffee lover, enjoy it in a healthy balance. But if you’re trying to lose weight, remain focused on the bigger picture. Eating clean, being active, getting enough sleep, and managing stress are still the pillars of healthy, sustainable weight loss. Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is Health's contributing nutrition editor, a New York Times best-selling author, and a nutrition consultant for the New York Yankees. To get more nutrition and diet tips delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Balanced Bites newsletter. Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com https://ift.tt/2um58Un July 19, 2019 at 10:43AM
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What to know about alcohol bloating
https://ift.tt/2xNKGhp Whether weight gain or an inflammatory condition such as gastritis is at the root of bloating after drinking alcohol, lifestyle changes, medications — or both — can help. It can take anywhere from a few days to a few months for the appearance of bloating to reduce, depending on the cause and severity. In this article, we describe how alcohol can cause a bloated appearance in the stomach. We also look into how long alcohol-related bloating lasts and how to get rid of it. Stomach bloating
Gastritis may cause alcohol bloating
When alcohol bloating occurs in the stomach, it may be the result of gastritis. The main characteristic of gastritis is inflammation in the lining of the stomach. Research suggests that alcohol consumption has links with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. An infection with this type of bacteria can cause gastritis. The following symptoms can occur with gastritis:
Gastritis can be erosive, allowing stomach acid to damage the stomach lining. This can lead to the development of stomach ulcers, or peptic ulcers, which can become severe without the right treatment. Other types of gastritis are nonerosive and do not lead to peptic ulcers. Weight gainBloating and weight gain are two different effects of drinking alcohol, though it can be easy to mistake one for the other. Bloating and weight gain can each occur in the stomach and elsewhere in the body. Alcoholic drinks are typically high in calories. For example, one regular beer weighing 12 fluid ounces contains 153 calories. A glass of wine — at 5 fluid ounces — contains 125 calories. Most distilled spirits have fewer calories: A single serving measuring 1.5 fluid ounces typically contains 90–100 calories. Consuming several alcoholic drinks over the course of an evening, for example, can quickly lead to a high calorie intake. Also, alcoholic intoxication may increase the likelihood of overeating. Alcohol may cause hyperactivity of neurons in the brain that typically link to hunger. Research in animals indicates that activating these neurons with alcohol leads to overeating, and the same may be true in humans. Anecdotally, at least, many people report overeating after drinking. This may also be a result of lowered inhibitions and impaired judgment — two effects of alcohol. Consuming excess calories leads to the accumulation of body fat, unless a person burns these calories off, by working out, for example. How long does alcohol bloating last?The duration of alcohol bloating varies, depending on its cause. When stomach bloating results from gastritis, the amount of time that the symptom lasts depends on the type of gastritis. Acute gastritis lasts only a short period. Symptoms usually appear quickly and often disappear after a few days. Chronic gastritis may last for months or years. The symptoms are less noticeable and they appear more slowly. If a person gains weight from drinking alcohol and wishes to lose it, the speed of results can depend on several factors, including the amount of weight in question, the person's diet, and their exercise routine. Some people are able to lose a noticeable amount of weight within several weeks. For others, it can take longer. How to get rid of it
A person can treat alcohol induced gastritis by taking prescribed antibiotics.
Antibiotics can treat alcohol induced gastritis by targeting the H. pylori infection. A doctor is also likely to prescribe other medications to protect the stomach lining from damage. Usually, this damage is from stomach acid. These additional medications may include:
Lifestyle changes can lead to weight loss, and cutting down on alcohol consumption can be an important first step. Maintaining a healthful diet and exercising regularly are key. Several dietary supplements claim to assist with weight loss. However, there is little evidence to support these claims, and some supplements may be harmful. SummaryAlcohol bloating can be uncomfortable, and it may result from an underlying health condition. For example, drinking alcohol can lead to a bacterial infection that causes gastritis and, in turn, stomach bloating. Alcohol can also cause weight gain, which can resemble bloating. This weight gain stems from the high number of calories in many alcoholic drinks. A person can treat gastritis by taking antibiotics and other medications that protect the stomach lining. It is possible to lose weight by cutting down on alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthful diet, and exercising regularly. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 17, 2019 at 03:51PM
Ancient survival mechanism may contribute to obesity epidemic
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New research reveals a 'brake' mechanism that prevents fat cells, shown here, from releasing fat.
The mechanism involves the protein receptor for advanced glycation end products (RAGE). The new finding reveals that RAGE functions as a brake on the release of fat from fat cells. A study that features in the journal Cell Reports describes the effect of deleting RAGE in mice. Researchers at NYU School of Medicine in the city of New York, together with colleagues from other United States research centers, fed two groups of mice a high fat diet. They had removed RAGE from the fat cells of one group and left the other group intact beforehand. After 3 months on the high fat diet, the mice without RAGE in their fat cells had gained 75% less weight than the unmodified mice. Both sets of mice ate the same amount of food and did the same amount of physical activity. In another experiment, the team transplanted RAGE free fat tissue from the modified mice into normal mice and put them on a high fat diet for 3 months. These mice also gained less weight than unmodified mice. The researchers observe that it makes sense that the body has evolved a mechanism for hoarding stored energy for when nutrients are scarce. However, these experiments suggest that an abundance of nutrients has a similar effect. "We [have] discovered," says senior study author Ann Marie Schmidt M.D., a professor of endocrinology at NYU School of Medicine, "an antistarvation mechanism that has become a curse in times of plenty because it sees cellular stress created by overeating as similar to stress created by starvation — and puts the brakes on our ability to burn fat." Obesity and energy balanceAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), there has been a near trebling of obesity worldwide since 1975. WHO figures show that more than 1.9 billion adults were overweight in 2016. Of these, more than 650 million had obesity, which is about 13% of the world's adults. The causes of obesity are complex, and scientists do not fully understand them. Essentially, the condition results from an imbalance between the energy in the food that people eat and the energy that they use. Over the decades that obesity has grown to epidemic proportions, people's eating and living patterns have undergone considerable changes. For example, there has been a global increase in the consumption of high fat, energy dense foods. At the same time, people have engaged in lower levels of physical activity as lifestyles and occupations have become more sedentary. These changes have occurred over a few decades, whereas the energy balance systems of the human body are the result of thousands of years of evolution. Primal systems under evolutionary pressureProf. Schmidt and her colleagues suggest that under evolutionary pressure, and in the interest of efficiency, animals' bodies adapted ancient systems as mechanisms to survive starvation. These primal systems were those that converted food into energy for cells, aided recovery from injury, and generated heat to protect against the cold. Signaling molecules, such as adrenalin, were part of these ancient systems' hardwiring, which detects cell stress. RAGE blocks the burning of fat to conserve energy. The survival mechanism works for starvation, cold, and injury. However, the same mechanism responds to overeating because that also puts stress on cells and triggers the same signals. Findings from the recent and previous studies have revealed that advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs) trigger RAGE in human tissues. AGEs form when blood glucose combines with fats and proteins. People who are aging, have diabetes, or who have obesity typically have raised levels of the compounds. Other molecules that can trigger RAGE to block fat burning are those that cells release when stress causes them to die and disgorge their contents. RAGE inhibitorsIn previous work, the team had experimented with compounds that could block RAGE activity and potentially take the brake off fat burning. The next step will be to fine tune the RAGE blockers and find out whether they could help prevent weight gain in people who have undergone treatments to lose weight, such as bariatric surgery. Because RAGE's evolutionary roots are in the immune system, the researchers can foresee other applications for RAGE blockers. These include reduction of inflammation signals, such as those that promote insulin resistance, which is a precursor of diabetes.
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Why even slim people may benefit from calorie restriction
https://ift.tt/32rsKqX New research reveals the cardiometabolic benefits that a small reduction in calorie intake can have on people who are not overweight or obese. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 15, 2019 at 07:20AM
What can cause abdominal pain and constipation?
https://ift.tt/2jGa0SP Abdominal pain and constipation often result from dietary and lifestyle factors and usually respond well to home treatment. However, abdominal pain and constipation can sometimes also be symptoms of an underlying medical condition. Learn more here. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 12, 2019 at 06:08PM NY Mom Dies in Dominican Republic After Going for Cheap Plastic Surgery Against Familys Wishes7/11/2019
NY Mom Dies in Dominican Republic After Going for Cheap Plastic Surgery Against Family’s Wishes
https://ift.tt/2XEdJyh A New York woman died in the Dominican Republic over the holiday weekend while getting cheap plastic surgery. She is the third American woman to die while getting plastic surgery in Caribbean country over the last four weeks. Alexandra Medina, 33, traveled to the Dominican Republic for a tummy tuck and liposuction after doctors in the U.S. refused to perform the surgeries, telling her that she needed to lose weight before undergoing any procedures. But Medina was undeterred, and contacted a Dominican surgeon, Dr. Félix Almánzar, through Facebook who agreed to the operations. “This doctor was like, ‘No problem. We can do it. We can handle it. We’ve dealt with bigger women, so come here. We’ll do it.’ And it was obviously also cheaper,” Maxine David, Medina’s sister, told CBS New York. On Friday, while getting liposuction, Medina died on the operating table at the clinic in Santo Domingo. The death certificate claims that it was due to a fatty tissue embolism, or a blood clot. She leaves behind a 14-year-old son and husband. PEOPLE has contacted Almánzar for comment. RELATED: 11 Celebrities Get Real About Plastic Surgery The Dominican Health Ministry said that they are opening an investigation into her death and into Almánzar. But David is concerned that the investigation will not help. She’s worried “that they’re gonna get away with it, that they’re gonna, you know, finagle it to it seeming as if it were accidental and that we’re not going to get justice.” David is speaking out now to warn others not to go to the Dominican Republic in search of cheap plastic surgery like her sister and the other two Americans — a father from New York and a teacher from Alabama. “Women are going over there for these surgeries, these elective surgeries, and not coming out alive,” David said. She misses her sister, whom she called “savvy, smart, vibrant, passionate.” To get our top stories delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Healthy Living newsletter Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com https://ift.tt/2um58Un July 11, 2019 at 01:56PM
How many calories do eggs contain?
https://ift.tt/2XZusQR Eggs are rich in protein, calcium, and potassium, among other vital nutrients. In this article, learn how many calories an egg contains, as well as the risks and benefits of eating eggs. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 10, 2019 at 03:16PM
Through my eyes: Weight loss surgery
https://ift.tt/2XH2WU2 My name is Jenny Marshall. This is the story of my lifelong struggle with obesity, and how weight loss surgery changed my life forever. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 10, 2019 at 11:45AM
The Zero Carb Diet May Be a Simple Way to Lose Weight—But Is It Safe?
https://ift.tt/2Y05ote Low carb diets have been popular for years. But lately I’ve been hearing about a zero carb diet, and it has me worried. Depending on what you choose to eat, a no carb diet may be even more restrictive than a keto diet. While there’s no precise limit to the grams allowed per day, this approach essentially involves eliminating as much carbohydrate as possible. Considering that vegetables typically contain 3 to 4 grams of net carb (that's grams of total carb minus grams of fiber) per cup, and an ounce of nuts provides about the same, a truly zero carb goal eliminates more health-protective foods than any other diet. This approach reminds me of the fat free fad I encountered when I first became a dietitian, in that it pushes a trending philosophy to the extreme. Several years ago, when fat was vilified, I saw clients who became obsessed with avoiding fat at all costs. If something contained even half a gram of fat per serving, they would banish it, fearing that those half grams would add up to too many full grams by the end of the day. This mentality led to filling the fat void with carbs and sugar, which ultimately led to weight gain and a host of fat deficiency side effects, from dry skin to hormone imbalances. As with fat, the focus with carbohydrates should be quality and balance, not banishment. It’s absolutely true that there are some bad carbs, such as processed grains and refined sugar; but that’s just part of the carb story. Here’s an analogy I use with my clients: Some types of workouts can lead to injury. But that being true, it doesn’t mean you should avoid working out completely. The goal with exercise is to engage in the right type and amount in order to gain benefits. And the same is true for carbs. Losing and maintaining a healthy weight and preventing diseases like diabetes doesn’t require such extreme carb limits. In fact, the side effects of attempting to eliminate all carbs are very impactful for both quality of life and health. Here are four to consider. You could miss important nutrientsSlashing carbs severely reduces the intake of many key nutrients found in foods that are shunned or limited, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and prebiotics (more on this below), and even healthful fats. There is no multivitamin or powdered supplement capable of replacing the myriad health-protective nutrients that stop showing up for work in the body. This shortfall can potentially affect immune function, cognitive health, and up the risk of chronic illnesses, including heart disease and Alzheimer’s. In fact, in Blue Zones—areas in the world where people live the longest, healthiest lives—diets are predominantly plant-based and relatively high in carbs. RELATED: What Is the Isagenix Cleanse—and Can It Help You Lose Weight? Carb avoidance could lead to poor digestive healthThe daily recommended target for fiber is at least 25 grams per day. And this important nutrient is only found in foods that contain carbohydrates. A high fiber diet is linked to a significantly lower risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and some digestive diseases. Certain types of fiber also act as prebiotics, which serve as food for the beneficial gut bacteria that support immunity, anti-inflammation, and mental health. Fiber supplements are available, but research shows that they don’t offer the same benefits as fiber derived from whole foods. You could experience low carb fluYou’ve probably heard about the keto flu. It happens when someone first adopts a keto diet, with symptoms that may include headaches, brain fog, irritability, dizziness, nausea, and muscle soreness. This occurs as your brain, which typically uses up to 60% of all the carbs you eat, must adapt to a different fuel source. But just because your body can adapt doesn’t mean it’s ideal. The same is true of renouncing carbs. Again, it’s not necessary for weight loss or optimal health, so why put yourself through the torture? RELATED: 7 Dangers of Going Keto There may be social and psychological side effectsAny extreme diet makes social eating a challenge. I’ve heard many stories from clients about how their strict diet led to avoiding get togethers with friends and family or caused them to become obsessive or fearful about food. Others who are unable to maintain the restrictions, and thus fall off the wagon, often experience extreme guilt and even depression. Going on and off strict diets is a pattern that can morph into seriously disordered eating and crush people’s quality of life and mental health. In addition, a systematic review of 11 studies concluded that plant-based diets that include healthful carbs are associated with significant improvements in emotional well-being, including depression. Bottom line: a zero carb diet is not necessary or recommended for either long-term weight loss or optimal health. In fact, recent research shows that a plant-based diet that includes whole, fiber-rich foods; monounsaturated fats, like avocado, olive oil and nuts; and plant-based proteins, like lentils and beans, plays a major role in the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes. Plant-based diets, which are moderate to high in carbohydrates, have been shown to generate weight loss, improve insulin resistance, support a healthy gut microbiome, and reduce the formation of advanced glycation end products, or AGEs, compounds associated with aging. RELATED: How to Keep the Carbs and Still Lose the Pounds How to include carbs in your dietWiping out an entire macro—meaning no carb at all; only fat and protein—may be an easier way to lose weight because it’s simple, but it’s not better. And for most, it’s not sustainable. Instead, up your intake of a wide variety of non-starchy veggies, making them the core of your eating pattern. Include portions of fruit, whole grains, and starchy veggies that are in line with your body’s fuel needs, based on your age, gender, ideal weight, and activity level. In other words, a petite, 40-year-old woman with a desk job and 20 pounds to lose shouldn’t be eating the same amount of carbs as a tall, 25-year-old, lean male athlete. Also include anti-inflammatory, satiety-inducing fats that are good for circulation, like avocado and avocado oil; extra virgin olive oil and olives; nuts; seeds; and nut/seed butters. And eat more meatless meals that include lentils, beans, and chickpeas as the protein source. This pattern provides a much broader spectrum of the nutrients needed for wellness, and it’s an approach you can stick with long term, which is one of the most important factors for not only shedding pounds but keeping them off for good. Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is Health's contributing nutrition editor, a New York Times best-selling author, and a nutrition consultant for the New York Yankees. To get more nutrition and diet tips delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Balanced Bites newsletter. Weight Loss via Weight Loss - Health.com https://ift.tt/2um58Un July 8, 2019 at 02:42PM
New research may explain why evolution made humans 'fat'
https://ift.tt/2XqAQ4h Scientists compare how fat cell DNA is packaged in humans, chimps, and other primates. The results reveal the role of evolution in human fat metabolism. Weight Loss via Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/O45xlc July 6, 2019 at 06:56AM |
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