Celebrity Weight loss Programs

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CELEBRITY WEIGHT LOSS

BEYONCE'S LEMONADE DIET

pop singing sensation turned actress, Beyonce Knowles, admitted to shedding over 20 lbs for her riveting role as Deena Jones in the smash-hit movie, Dreamgirls. The singer spoke openly on the Oprah Winfrey show in 2006 about the lemonade diet and the weight that she personally decided to lose in a short period of time for her movie role. This was due to the wide age gap between her character, Beyonce said - a full 20-year difference between teenage Deena & her grown-up counterpart.

Contrary to popular belief, the lemonade detox diet, created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941, has proven to be effective for thousands of people across the world for several decades, and it not a new fad diet.

A few other celebrities that have credited the lemonade diet or 'Master Cleanse' with their successful weight loss are: Angelina Jolie, Jared Leto, Gwyneth Paltrow, Denzel Washington, Robin Quivers, and David Blaine.

Beyonce reportedly said the following about the Lemonade Diet to reporters at the Cannes Film Festival:

"Normally they'd change your make-up or your clothes, but I wanted to go the extra mile. Back in the sixties, models like Twiggy were popular. I knew Deena would have been thin then, so even though I really love eating, it was necessary to lose weight really fast because we shot Deena at 16 and Deena at 36 two weeks apart."

Beyonce asked her nutrionist for advice on how to lose the weight she was determined to lose both fast and healthfully with the time constraints she was presented with. "My nutritionist suggested the only way to do that was the (maple syrup diet) fast," Beyonce said.

When questioned about her weight loss by reporters, Beyonce told reporters that the cleanse diet was of her own free will and she was not pressured into doing the diet nor was she required to lose the weight for her role as the lead diva in The Dreamettes (the group portrayed in the movie Dreamgirls, loosely based on The Supremes). Beyonce stated during an interview that she was inspired by Tom Hanks determination and discipline for his role in Castaway where he portrays a man deserted on an island - 53 lbs less than his original self 4 years prior. http://tinyurl.com/khmcydf

Celebs and Weight Loss

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Celebrities who lost weight

Kim Kardashian

Her Diet of Choice Which Burns up To 8000 calories per month!

After spending two months in New York City to film Kourtney and Kim take Manhattan, Kim returned to Los Angeles 10 pounds heavier. With her hectic schedule, not only did Kim indulge but without a trainer to push her, she also skipped regular workouts. She and Kourtney would "eat nuts and hot dogs from street vendors every day," Kim tells Life & Style. "It was crazy. We had no time to stop and eat well or even look for healthy food. We just had to grab what we could as we ran past the food carts."

Since then, she's been on a mission and in just two weeks, the 5-foot-2 bombshell is back to a size 2! She's committed to daily workouts with either her long-time trainer, Gunnar Peterson, or what she calls her early-morning "rise and grinds" at Barry's Bootcamp. "I'm doing vigorous workouts all the time," Kim told Life & Style at the Borders in Century City, Calif., between signing copies of Kardashian Konfidential. "I work out with Gunnar -- mostly weights. Then I do boot camp. I alternate every day. One day trainer, one day boot camp."

Tyra Banks

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Nearly three years after she famously fired back at critics of her curvy figure, chronic stomachaches forced the daytime host, 35, to adjust her eating habits. Banks consulted a nutritionist – who had Banks keep a food diary, which identified her unhealthy eating habits (like topping her salads with bacon bits). "It's about ... learning what's right for your body," says Banks, who lost 30 lbs. "Now I really can say ... kiss my fit – and still fat – ass!"

Kelly Osbourne

For some celebs, Dancing With the Stars isn't just about competing, it's a lifestyle change. Kelly Osbourne, arguably the show's most well-known transformation, lost over 40 pounds during her time on DWTS. It wasn't easy either: Kelly dropped the weight through a combination of dance rehearsals, outside exercise, and a diet makeover. Two years later, the changes have stuck and Kelly is looking better than ever. And while Kelly might be the most famous DWTS alum to lose weight, she's certainly not alone. Keep reading to see which other starlets walked away from DWTS with an entirely new bod!

Celebrities who lost weight on weight watchers
Jennifer Hudson: 'I'm in the Best Shape of My Life'

Nutri-this, diet-that, Atkins, Zone, South Beach, it can all be very confusing - if not overwhelming. Here are some basic principles to start you off in your journey of transformation.
Weight loss or Fat loss?
When we talk about losing weight, we really mean losing fat. Weight loss can be muscle, water (fluid), or fat. Standing on the scales gives you no clue as to your body composition - so don't weigh yourself too much - it can really play mind games. Our weight is always fluctuating (often due to hydration levels). The mirror, clothes-fitting, old photos, etc -- can all provide feedback on our fat loss -- not just the scales.
How do you lose fat?In a nutshell, it's a simple law of energy intake and expenditure. Eating more than you are using means you gain weight. Burning more than your eating means you lose weight... Unfortunately the real outworking of this is not so simple. Losing fat (for most people) is hard -- get used to the idea then you won't struggle so much with disappointment.
There are 5 principles to keep in mind - Diet (Nutrition), Cardio (Exercise), Dedication (Consistency), Goals, Weight training. It is possible to lose fat with correct diet alone (for some people) - but the best chance of success will be to apply all these principles. Even the perfect diet plan can fail if you cannot stick to it.
What's weight training got to do with fat loss? Weight (or strength) training is not essential to lose fat - but it sure helps. A weight training workout boosts metabolism for the whole day and helps build lean muscle. Muscle is metabolically active - it needs fuel - and therefore helps you burn more calories all the time. If you are thinking about weight training - think on this:
Do I want my body to be strong and useful, or is my body only for people to look at?
Lifting weights makes your body strong and useful.
Can't I just eat less and skip meals?
It's naturally what we want to do - but it's not quite right. "I must lose weight so I'm gonna starve myself". This is where things get a bit confusing. Starve the body too much, and it gets the hint and slows down - you'll feel irritable, fatigued, and begin to lose muscle as well as fat. After clawing your way through hunger pangs and dreams of food, the chances are you will binge, or start eating back how you used to. Guess what happens? The weight piles on because your body is still in "slow" mode. Fat loss is all about calorie reduction, but a calorie intake that is too low will cause problems.
Why bother with exercise?
There are few people that have lost fat (and maintained it), without making exercise a part of their life. Cardiovascular fitness has many health benefits - primarily keeping your heart strong. Including some form of exercise as a natural part of your life will give you an even bigger chance of success. Just remember consistency! Cardio exercise could be something like; brisk walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, treadmill, elliptical trainer.
There's so much to learn - Help !?There are hundreds of diet books and weight loss programs out there. Many of them have terrific claims, but remember:

There is no one-size-fits-all weight loss program.
There are no magic bullets or miracle instant cures.
There is absolutely EVERY chance that you can transform yourself.
It is completely possible for you to lose the fat and get healthier.
Believe in yourself.
Do I have to buy something (book, subscription, etc)?No. If you have enough nutritional knowledge and a whole lot of motivation you can sort out your own lifestyle change. However most of us don't have the time or know-how to go-it-alone -- so we pay someone else to design, explain, or customize a fat loss program.
Do Online Weight Loss Programs Work? The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) decided structured on-line weight loss programs worked better than "just browsing around". (Vol. 285 No. 9, March 7, 2001). "Participants who were given a structured behavioral treatment program with weekly contact and individualized feedback had better weight loss compared with those given links to educational Web sites."
What's with all the different diets?There are hundreds of diets. Some diets work for some - others don't. There are other diets that are clearly faulty. Here's some simple guidelines. Avoid extremes (e.g. very-low-carb or very-low-fat). Learn about carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Learn about whole foods and learn how to reduce your intake of processed foods. These factors seem to be common across the board.
We have a number of reviews of many popular weight loss programs http://mhlnk.com/AAC7656E . We do our best to try and have some objectivity, but the reality is - two different people can get two different results from the same program!
Where do I start?
It's possible to get started just by taking some of the higher-calorie items (soft drinks etc) out of your diet, and trying to get out for some exercise. However you will find that without some serious commitment and identified goals - you will soon lose interest. There's nothing like results to keep you motivated.
The chances are you will need some serious help, and this is where some of the commercial weight loss programs can help. Have a look at our picks for the best weight loss program, or the diet reviews, or fitness and workout programs to help get you started. Most of these programs have journals, goal-setting tools, and discussion forums with others to help keep you motivated.
Can it work for me?Here's the trick - we are all unique. Different physical characteristics, different genetics. This is why each of us will have to do slightly different things to get the fat loss going. Be prepared for a long-term commitment, a belief in change, and a new lifestyle. Weight loss will not only help you to feel emotionally and physically better, but it will also save you money by lowering health and life insurance costs.
You can do it. Say goodbye to being a victim. Small step by small step, you can achieve your goals. You may trip up, you may have setbacks - but remember - failure isn't fatal

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Celebrity Weight loss Programs