Weight Loss

Extreme Weight Loss For Men

2009-09-07T16:52:00.000-07:00

Some helpful tips on extreme weight loss for men include Phentermine, which is a prescribed amphetamine that suppresses your appetite because it affects neurotransmitters in your brain. Usually you will only be prescribed the Phentermine if your obesity is affecting your health. Although Phentermine is a great way to lose weight fast it has some negative effects such as increased heart rate elevated blood pressure and it can also become addicting if your not careful.

Diet Pills are also a useful tool on loosing weight, but there are so many pills to choose from how do you know which ones are right for you? Here are a few free trials that have been proven to work great, Celebrity Cleanse, Acai Ignite, Slim Acai, and Pure Resv, my personal favorite is Acai Ignite.

Weight lifting is necessary along with cardio work outs. If you expect to lose weight you can not take diet pills and eat less and see the results that you want. Working out 30 minutes, four to five times a will have you losing the weight you want in no time.

Live Healthy

2009-09-05T17:41:00.000-07:00

Living Healthy is a good choice to make to feel great about yourself!
Take 20 or 30 minutes a day and do something active and you will
see results quicker than you think! Just a little bit of time makes
all the difference in the world!

Berries

2009-09-05T08:42:00.000-07:00

Berries are extremely important to have in your meals because they are filled with antioxidants, which necessary for good health! One cup of strawberries contains over 100 mg of vitamin C, almost as much as a cup of orange juice. We need vitamin C for immune system function and for strong connective tissue. Strawberries also add a bit of calcium, magnesium, foliate and potassium and only 53 calories.One cup of blueberries offers a smaller amount of vitamin C, minerals phytochemicals and for only 83 calories. The same amount of cranberries is similar, but with only 44 calories, 1 cup of raspberries offers vitamin C and potassium for 64 calories. The pigments that give berries their beautiful blue and red hues are also good for your health. Berries contain phytochemicals and flavonoids that may help to prevent some forms of cancer. Cranberries and blueberries contain a substance that may prevent bladder infections. Eating a diet rich in blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, cranberries and strawberries may help to reduce your risk of several types of cancers. Blueberries and raspberries also contain lutein, which is important for healthy vision. Berries are naturally sweet so you don,t have to do much with the flavor to taste great!There are many ways to eat berries including adding them in your desert recipes like pies, cakes, and tarts. So grab a handful of berries a day and your already on a start to a healthier diet!

Cleansing

2009-09-04T15:36:00.000-07:00

What Exactly is a Cleanse? Cleansing is a process of removing toxins from the body. The primary target is the colon, which can become backed up if not impacted by accumulated waste materials.

People don't always have time to look for healthy recipes, and cook healthy food. Given the foods we eat, those that are bad, as well as the good ones, the colon creates mucus and sludge. This mucus and sludge is supposed to help protect the colon lining, but it can actually cause the colon to become clogged. The result of this is that the waste is unable to move through your bowels effectively and efficiently. As these toxins are absorbed, your body becomes weakened and tired, which also makes it less resistant to illness. Cleansing helps to lose weight, increase your energy, remove the toxins and boost the digestive immune system.

In a , people who used Acai Berry and a Colon Cleanse together, lost 23% more weight than people who used Acai Berry on its own. So the smart thing to do is to take these two products together and you will most likely experience the best results.

Examining Diet Tips

2009-09-03T17:06:00.000-07:00

1) You will gain weight. It's inevitable.
As you age, the resting metabolic rate decreases. Without a counteraction of decreasing food intake or increasing physical activity, your weight will rise.

2) A diet should really solve the problem of weight gain, which is harder to handle than weight loss.
Age, food, calories, calorie composition, micro-nutrients, activity level--all targets of a good diet.

A diet is NOT a process of dropping pounds as fast as possible.

3) Losing weight should NOT set you up for weight gain later.
Lose weight fast, starve yourself, neglect entire food groups--yep, you'll gain weight soon.

Why?

Simple. Put your body through stress (like extreme diets) and it response is to conserve energy.

You might lose weight fast but the conservation of energy by your body eventually catches up and wins.

4) We have eating personalities (eating personality disorders is better).
Minor variations of general personalities--Dominant, Analyzer, Relater, Promoter--cause you to develop bad habits and gain weight.

But these same eating traits have good habits to teach...you just have to be willing to learn.

5) Dieting is about losing fat but keeping muscle. Maintaining weight is about increasing muscle mass.

Never start a diet that will cause you to lose muscle. If you're not sure ask.

Email your questions to me anytime. Here, I'll give you the link now---->

If not me, just make sure it's a professional.

My 'About me' page list other professionals you can trust.

6) A diet that causes you to lose fat and muscle is not following #5.
Bad diet.

7) The right levels of micro-nutrients and muscle stop weight gain.
Good diet

8) Losing fat and keeping muscle requires a different diet then gaining muscle.
Several recent studies support two diet plans, one to lose weight and one to prevent gaining it back.

9) What the calorie is (composition) is key not amount of calories.
Counting calories is not as important as we once thought. However, the number of calories consumed per day REMAINS A FACTOR IN CAUSING YOU TO GAIN WEIGHT OVER THE YEARS!

YES, I'M SHOUTING TO GET MY POINT ACROSS.

10) Water is thermogenic.
This is a good thing...drink water.

11) No supplements are needed for average Americans, with one possible exception: Calcium.
Calcium is good. Coral calcium has not been formally tested to treat the diseases the marketers promote. Just keep that in mind.

12) Ideal weight is really best thought of as ideal weight range.
This has a great impact on setting realistic goals.

13) Support groups help.
Our own research shows that participating in online groups with a few individual sessions mixed in is best.

14) Bad habits keep you fat
Good habits can keep you thin.

15) Two different diet approaches work better then one. A diet that Pre-Stops weight gain makes it easier.
You need two plans (see diet tips #8)

16) Energy density of food affects how much you eat. Fat content doesn't.
High energy foods make you eat MORE. Energy density of food is from fat, water, and fiber.

What does this mean? Not sure. But with the right food combinations you can LOSE FAT without LOSING MUSCLE.

17) Any diet that fixes your weight but causes harm in some other way is stupid.
Stupid diet tips.

18) Any diet that is not nutritionally balanced will not improve your health.
A diet MUST be nutritious...enough said.

19) Only the most disciplined dieter can stay on ONE diet for the long haul. Unless the diet is so pleasing it's easy to do.

But those are usually bad for you.
Anything of worth requires work.

20) The wonderful people of China and Body Builders aren't fat.
We are. Interesting...

10 Universal Dieting Tips

2009-09-03T16:14:00.000-07:00

Principles Of Dieting

Lose Fat
Avoid Fast Weight Loss
Avoid Extreme Weight Loss (10 pounds at a time)
Exercise
Prepare to Diet..binge eating for two days before starting a diet is preparing, preparing to fail
Focus on Helping Others Lose Weight...someone can learn from your experiences
Allow Imperfection...you have no choice
Keep it Real...magic, ancient formulas, and weight loss without work are not real
People will Rip You Off
People will Help

Negative Calories

2009-09-02T18:00:00.000-07:00

So what's negative calorie foods? How can a food be a negative calorie? Yes, I know you're looking at me a little odd at the moment, but let me explain why some foods are negative calories. All food has calories, that goes without say, so saying these foods are negative calorie sounds impossible, right? Well, these are foods that take up more caloric energy to digest then the calories that are in them. Your body has to expend energy in order to digest and absorb foods, in fact, 10% of your daily caloric intake is used to process foods in your body. So these "negative" calorie foods are foods that take more calories to digest then actual calories in the item of food. Here is a brief list of negative calorie foods. You can basically eat these items in any quantity you want during the day...remember though, this is for the raw version of the food, adding butter, etc, to any of these things will eliminate the negative calorie effect.

Negative Vegetables
asparagus, beets
broccoli
cabbage (green)
carrot
cauliflower
celeriac (celery root)
celery chicory
Chile peppers (hot)
cucumber
dandelion
endive
garden cress
garlic
green beans
lamb's lettuce
lettuce
onion
papaya
radishes
spinach
turnip
zucchini

Negative Fruits:
apricot
blackberry
lemon
plums
peaches
grapefruit
strawberries
watermelon
tangerines
honey dew melons
guava
cantaloupe

Types Of Diet Pills

2009-08-20T13:51:00.000-07:00

Two Types Kinds Of Diet Pills

PRESCRIPTION: Available only through your doctor; closely regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA); may cause side effects; often costly.
NON-PRESCRIPTION: (fat burners, stackers, herbal pills and sports supplements) Minimal FDA regulation, may be lacking in purity or quality; some are fairly new, definitive data is lacking; may cause side effects.

The Prescription Pills

1. Phentermine. (Fastin, Ionamin, Adipex-P, generic versions) Appetite suppressant that affects neurotransmitters in the brain; appears on our list of best diet pills for short-term obesity management.

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2. Xenical. (Orlistat) First drug in its class to be FDA approved (1999); blocks absorption of fat in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

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3. Meridia. (Sibutramine) Enhances satiety by increasing the brain’s levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that signals a full stomach; brings several dangers diet pills can cause.

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The Non- Prescription

1. Hoodia Gordonii. Considered the top choice on our list of best diet pills, Hoodia Gordonii works safely without causing the dangers diet pills often bring with them; suppresses appetite by telling the brain that the stomach is full.

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2. Chromium picolinate. Mineral thought to boost metabolism and stabilize blood sugar.

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3. Conjugated Linoleic Acid. Believed to decrease the body’s deposit of fat.

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4. CoQ-10. Compound found in beans and spinach, changes food into energy.

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5. Fat Burners. (Hydroxycut, Zantrex, Leptoprin) Stimulates Central Nervous System for increased calorie burn, usually through Ephedra or Ma huang.

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6. Cholecystokinin. Peptide hormone in GI tract that suppresses appetite.

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Eat Slowly

2009-08-12T15:36:00.000-07:00

Eating slowly can lead to weight loss

Did you ever notice that thin people take an awfully long time to eat their food? Eating slowly is one method that can help take off pounds. That's because from the time you begin eating it takes the brain 20 minutes to start signaling feelings of fullness. Fast eaters often eat beyond their true level of fullness before the 20 minute signal has had a chance to set in. The amount of calories consumed before you begin to feel full can vary significantly depending on how quickly you eat. So slow down, take smaller bites and enjoy every last bit.

Why some people over eat

2009-07-27T17:49:00.000-07:00

Find out why you overeat

All too often overeating is triggered by stress, boredom, loneliness, anger, depression and other emotions. Learning to deal with emotions without food is a significant skill that will greatly serve long term weight control. The Solution, a book and national program developed by Laurel Mellin, RD, helps participants to identify their eating triggers and respond to them without food. A research study showed that the participants in this program demonstrated a better rate of long term weight loss maintenance than those who simply diet and/or exercise and don't address behavioral and emotional issues. Chronic over-eaters and "emotional eaters" can be significantly helped by learning new behavioral skills such as those Mellin presents. You can also seek help with behavioral and emotional eating issues from a licensed counselor or psychologist in your area.

Less Stress

2009-07-13T17:56:00.000-07:00

Stress plays a big role in most everyone's life, but the less you stress the quicker you will lose weight! If you are stressed your body doesn't work as it should due to the fact it it is under too much pressure. So just lay back and relax, you will see results sooner than you think. Have yourself a day off, do yoga, listen to some music, dance, take a hot bubble bath, and just forget about all your troubles. Life Is always going to have obstacles, but what good is stressing about the problems, it won't change anything. So smile it will all be fine.

Subway

2009-07-12T18:27:00.000-07:00

Subway is a great way to lose weight, that is if you get the right subs. The First step is the bread get the wheat bread it tastes just as good as the white bread, actually I think it tastes better than the white bread. Next is the meat either get turkey, ham, or chicken. The three best subs to me
are:

Turkey Breast

Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki

Oven Roasted Chicken Breast

As long as you do not add mayonnaise or olive oil you can have a low calorie meal. Instead of mayo add banana peppers, green peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, and jalapeno peppers and your sandwich will taste great!

Never Compare Yourself

2009-07-11T07:10:00.000-07:00

Comparing yourself to someone else will only bring frustration, and can cause you to give up on your diet. All people are made differently and will have different results. It may suck to see others around lose weight more quickly or those who have fast metabolism and do not have to try at all , but the thing is your different then they are and you have to try harder to get the results that you want. Height and bone structure have a lot to do with your weight just because someone is shorter and have smaller bones does not always make them thinner than you even though it can appear that they are. Always give yourself the credit you deserve, just knowing that you will have a good outcome from all the hard work you put into losing weight should keep you motivated.

Have Self Confidence

2009-07-11T07:00:00.000-07:00

Take pictures of your progress. This may sound crazy, but it really works. Take a picture of yourself before you start loosing weight and during the weight loss process because by doing this you will become more motivated and you will be able to more closely look at the spots you want to work on. As the time goes on you can see the real results for yourself when you look at the pictures through out the new diet. Also be comfortable in your own body, self confidence is a big key in losing weight because it makes you feel better about taking the time and effort to do so.

Workout For your Abs

2009-07-09T15:47:00.000-07:00

Weight Loss Video

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Cheat Day

2009-07-09T14:58:00.000-07:00

The best way to not give up on your diet is to have a cheat day once a week! My cheat day is every Friday and I eat a desert like a piece of cheesecake, a banana split, a smoothie, or a reasonable portion of chocolate. It is hard to not snack on your favorite foods, but when you get a craving for your favorite food its just normal. Eating fatty foods every now and then is good for you.

Sugar Free Drinks

2009-07-08T19:59:00.000-07:00

A way to keep full longer is to drink plenty of water, but some people just do not like water so if you are one of those people like me that need flavor drink diet soda such as Sprite Zero or Pepsi Max. Also sugar free energy drinks like RockStar Zero Carb ect. are good every other day or so because the give you energy, taste good, but at the same time have very low calories.

A couple of foods that give you energy

2009-07-04T13:47:00.000-07:00

Daily

1. Whole grains. They're high in fiber (which can help slow the breakdown and absorption of sugar) and complex carbohydrates. They also contain antioxidants similar to those in fruits and vegetables. Additionally, they reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Adults should eat 6 to 11 servings of whole grains per day. Examples include whole grain breads, pastas, and rice.

Breakfast

2. Oatmeal. According to the American Dietetic Association, oat products are some of the best sources of soluble fiber. You can combine oatmeal with raisins, honey, and yogurt for extra flavor and energy.

3. Bananas. This fruit is packed with potassium, which helps your muscles contract. One per day prevents stiffness that comes from sitting at a desk.

4. Orange Juice This drink is ideal for the morning and is extremely high in vitamin C, which helps you get the most iron out of other foods.

Meals

5. Pasta. When athletes "carbo-load" before a game, they usually eat a big plate of spaghetti. It's extremely high in complex carbohydrates and low in calories, fat, and sodium.

6. Salmon. This fish is high in protein, and its high concentration of omega-3 fats and B vitamins can boost your cardiovascular health.

7. Beans. A small, powerful vegetable packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, beans can be used in creative ways. Add them to soups, burritos, pastas, and dip spreads. In 2005 the Department of Agriculture recommended that Americans eat three cups of beans per week.

Snack

8. Dried fruit. These high-energy, low-fat snacks are easy to pack and almost never go bad. Try a medley of apricots, figs, and raisins. However, be aware that some commercially packaged dried fruits contain sulfur dioxide, which has been shown to increase your risk of asthma.

9. Almonds. Ounce-for-ounce, this is the most nutrient-dense nut. Research has shown that adding two ounces of almonds to your daily diet increases your intake of vitamin-E and magnesium.

10. Yogurt. Quick, easy, and delicious, yogurt is available in a variety flavors. One cup of low-fat yogurt contains almost 13 grams of protein and 17 grams of carbohydrates-just what you need for great energy.

Cool Cucumber Soup

2009-07-03T15:13:00.000-07:00

Ingredients

3 cups plain nonfat yogurt
1 English cucumber (about 1 pound), cut into chunks
1 scallion, white and green parts, coarsely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium tomato (about 5 ounces), seeded and diced
2 teaspoons olive oil

Directions

In a blender, combine the yogurt, cucumber, scallion and dill. Pulse until pureed. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Ladle into individual bowls. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons of diced tomato, drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and garnish with a dill sprig.

Per Serving:

Calories 130; Total Fat 2.5 g; (Sat Fat 0 g, Mono Fat 1.5 g, Poly Fat 0 g) ; Protein 11 g; Carb 17 g; Fiber 2 g; Cholesterol 5 mg; Sodium 140 mg

Excellent source of: Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium

Good source of: Vitamin K

Dancing adds excitement to working out

2009-07-01T22:52:00.000-07:00

One of the main reasons that people end up giving up on their workout goals is that they start losing sight of what they are doing. Workouts are by no means easy, but when a person is doing a workout they know that they are getting themselves into something that will push their endurance limits. When it stops being fun, which is pretty early for people that have not exercised rigorously in awhile, they tend to give up. Core Rhythms is a workout that attempts to solve that problem by making the working out process one that is exciting as possible.

How do they do that? Well, they do it by introducing an element of dance into the workouts. Specifically, the workouts utilize Latin dance steps and can actually teach you how to dance in the Latin style. Therefore, these workouts will allow you to develop a skill that is fun to use while at the same time picking dance moves that work core muscle groups in your body and in doing so allow you to experience the same gains that you would from doing the straight workout exercises.

Lean Protein

2009-06-30T23:29:00.000-07:00

Eat more protein. Not just any protein will do. Lean protein provides the most benefits. The body uses more calories to digest protein, which increases the metabolism. Protein promotes that "full feeling" much longer than meals high in carbohydrates and fat. Recommended lean proteins are: fish, beans, skinless chicken and turkey, egg whites, soybeans, beans, lentils and low fat dairy products.

Breakfast Tip

2009-06-30T23:21:00.000-07:00

Eat more breakfast. That doesn't mean to run to the nearest Denny's for a grand slam breakfast. But it does mean to eat a healthy breakfast consisting of whole grains, fruits/vegetables and lean protein. Breakfast means just that -- break fast--and that can only be done with a good morning meal that stays with you through out the morning.

Diabetic's can eat desert to.

2009-06-24T23:17:00.000-07:00

When it comes to dessert, moderation is the name of the game. The American Diabetes Association actually recommends having a small portion of your favorite dessert in lieu of a less satisfying, ordinary dish. So when you're eating out, split a dessert with a friend, and cut back on the carbs you consume for your main course.

Dark chocolate is another enjoyable treat that has been shown in studies to improve insulin sensitivity. Certain manufacturers produce dark chocolate products that contain as little as 60 calories per serving. The only trick is not to reach for three or four of these confections as the fat grams, sugar grams, and calories add up quickly.

Granola bars seem more like well disguised candy bars these days. But the reality is that leading brands offer large assortments of bars under 100 calories. The same rule of thumb that applied to dark chocolate applies here as well, though. An extra bar here or there can send your blood sugar levels through the roof.

Getting creative with dessert is also a great way to make a surprisingly sweet treat. Parfaits are an excellent example. Choose non-fat yogurt, berries, and an artificial sweetener, and you've got yourself a genuine dessert you can serve to company.

Long thought to be the main culprit in blood sugar spikes, the relationship between sugar and blood glucose levels is not as simple as you might think. While sugar can cause blood glucose levels to rise faster than other carbohydrates, research has shown that the total amount of carbohydrates affects levels more than the type. A little bit of sugar can be substituted for other carbohydrate-rich foods, thus keeping your blood glucose levels on track.

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

2009-06-17T17:59:00.000-07:00

Ingredients

Cooking spray
2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound total)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (3/4-ounce)
1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the oil. In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan, bread crumbs, salt, and a few turns of pepper. Dip each round into the Parmesan mixture, coating it evenly on both sides, pressing the coating on to stick, and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake the zucchini rounds until browned and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove with spatula. Serve immediately.

Per Serving:

(serving size, 1/2 cup)

Calories 105; Total Fat 6g (Sat Fat 2g, Mono Fat 2g, Poly Fat 0g); Protein 5g; Carb 8.5g; Fiber 1.5g; Cholesterol 1mg; Sodium 222mg

Excellent Source of: Molybdenum, Vitamin C

Good Source of: Calcium, Manganese, Vitamin B6, Protein