Here it is!!
Over the next Four blogs I will be introducing tips and tricks that you can easily add into your everyday lifestyle to help you lose weight, here is your first 10:
APPLE PECTIN:
Applepectin capsules are a God-send. These capsules should be taken with a lot ofwater before meal and is packed with fibers. This means that not only will theysupport the intestinal tract and therefore helps with regularity, they willmake you feel full and again reduce your intake of foods that are bad for you.I am currently taking three capsules a day after reducing from the recommendedsix per day. This is because I was constantly feeling full all the time andbarely consumed much food.
TAKE ACETYL-L CARNITINE:
L-Carnitinetablets are a good idea to take daily. This is because L-Carnitine preventsmuscle fatigue, promotes fat-burning, and increase energy production in thecells. Acetyl –L-Carnitine is a type of amino acid that converts the fats inthe cell into fuel, while it increases the effectiveness of muscle tissue (orprevent muscle tissues from being lost especially as you get older). Reducingfat in the body is good, but increasing muscle mass is great, because thismeans that your metabolic rate will be increased allowing you to burn extracalories. I can swear by this one because my energy levels have increased sincethen.
OOLONG/WULONG:
Oolongtea is known for its anti-aging properties because of its high quantity ofpolyphenols. This tea also helps to reduce hypertension and increase fooddigestion. But most of all Oolong tea is famous for its calorie burningproperties. Research has shown that people who drink oolong tea (or take thecapsules) has seen significant increase in their metabolic rate. You can drinklots of this tea because it has very little caffeine and it also prevents theabsorption of some fats in the intestines.
USE (NATURAL) SUGAR SUBSTITUES:
Thetwo great substitutes that come to mind are agave nectar and Stevia. Agavenectar is thinner and sweeter than honey and is a wonderful substitute becauseit is almost twice as sweet as sugar (has a small amount of calories), so youwill only use it in small quantities. Stevia is also a wonderful choice becauseit is much more sweeter than sugar, honey, or agave, but its calories cannot beabsorbed by the intestines (zero calories!). I love the taste of Stevia too;you will not know the difference.
KONJAC ROOT:
Notonly does konjac root helps to lower bad cholesterol, regulate blood pressure,and helps in proper intestinal functioning, but it can be a very important toolin the weight loss process. This is because It is high in fiber. So far, I haveonly seen Konjac root in capsule forms.
EAT VEGETABLES WITH MEALS:
Notonly will this improve your overall health, but it will help to make you (andkeep you) full between meals. Here’s an idea….try to replace a half of the foodyou are eating now with vegetables and watch the weight fall off! Try toincorporate a wide variety of vegetables, try different styles of salads, havefun and see how much better you will feel in the process!
CELERY:
Celerydeserves its own space in this book. This is because celery is not only goodfor the immune system and for lowering cholesterol. Celery is affectionatelycalled “the negative calorie food” because it is so low in calorie; thisvegetable is also packed with fiber to keep you full, dulls the appetite, andit is also a diuretic!
DRINK LOTS OF WATER
Ahhh,the magic potion that has zero percent calories! Everybody knows that we needwater; not only does it suppress appetite and increase the body’s metabolicrate, water also reduce fat deposits because it prevents kidney malfunctioning.Drink 8 or more glasses of water daily, and try to drink at least one glassbefore each meal to prevent you from eating too much. Be aware though, that notall water is made equal. The best water to drink is spring water or filteredwater. Please be careful of tap water because it usually contains contaminantsand a lot of chlorine. You can also invest in installing water filters in yourhome or simple buy one that can be kept in the refrigerator. Water flushesexcessive sodium (which causes weight) out of the body, maintains muscle tone,and prevents dehydration (and therefore makes you energetic enough to burnenergy). If you do not care for water very much, add lemons or orange to giveit a little flavor. You can also try zero calorie flavored water or seltzerwater. I also like to add a teabag to my water.
GINGER:
Incorporateginger in your daily diet. Not only does ginger improve intestinal functionwhich produce more energy, but ginger helps to reduce stress and thereforereduce levels of cortisone production in the body (cortisone helps to causebelly fat). By just drinking a cup of ginger tea you can burn about 50 calories,so drink up! I love to blend ginger with melon and honey (or with cucumber). Itis a refreshing drink, so try it.
ENGAGE IN FOOD SWAPPING:
Thisis a good one! Analyze what you eat and figure out why you love a certain food.Try to avoid foods that have empty calories. For example, do you like thecrunchiness that crotons add to your salad? Well…use walnuts instead. Do youlove sodas because of their fizziness? Well, try seltzer water or flavoredwater instead. Do you love mayonnaise and sour cream? Try Greek yogurt instead.How about salt? Use lemon pepper or lemons for that extra zing, replace saltwith black pepper or lemon pepper. Exchange snacks such as chips for zero or nocalorie snacks such as pickles. Instead of using bacons, go for a sprinkle of baconbits and use egg whites instead of whole eggs. In no time you will findyourself making better choices that are forever incorporated in yourpreparation of meals.
You will find a number of the supplements available here at:
I highly recommend THERMOFUSION this contains my three favourite weight loss supplments L - Carnantine, Green tea and Choline
If you would like any help on your weight loss journey please feel free to contact me :)
JacquiFisher
SOMESNACKS IDEAS:
Celery,an apple, a piece of dark chocolate, pickles, small handful of pumpkin seeds(raw), carrot sticks, garbanzo beans macadamia nuts, unsweetened yogurt,watermelon, walnuts, a piece of natural cheese, tuna in water, sardines inwater, berries, grapefruit .
SOME PROBLEMS THAT WILL SABOTAGE WEIGHTLOSS:
Skippingbreakfast, hypothyroidism, poor circulation, inadequate sleep, yo-yo dieting,poor indigestion, MSG, fast foods, stress, and hormone imbalance.
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Upton,J & Bell-Wilson, J. Energy to Burn.
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