Lose Weight - Of Course You Can Do It Too

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You Can Do It!
By Michelle Murphy

Five years ago, I lost fifty pounds. It took 6 months, and a total lifestyle makeover, but I did it! I honestly believe that anyone is capable of getting down to a healthy weight, and staying there. You have to believe in yourself, and don't let other people hold you back.

Two things have to happen. You do have to get some exercise on a regular basis, and you have to learn how to eat a healthy diet.

I started to lose weight because of stress. We were in the middle of putting an addition on our home, and things weren't going well. I had been going through the motions of walking on the treadmill for 20 minutes a day, you know, to show the world I was attempting to be healthy. I hadn't taken off any baby weight, though. ( The baby was four years old by that the time.)

So, anyway, one night, I was very stressed about the outcome of our work, the builder wasn't making his deadline, which meant we were going to lose the sheetrock company, and the great deal that came with it!! The walking wasn't helping me feel any better. In a moment of anger, I turned up the treadmill to a running pace. I had to turn it down after 3 minutes, but I did the same thing again 3 minutes later. Then I did it again. Amazingly enough, when I got off the treadmill twenty-two minutes later, I really felt better!

So I did the same thing the next night. And I kept it up. The running periods kept getting longer. A month later, I realized that my pants had gotten very loose. ( We also had walls!) I went out and bought a scale. I thought maybe I was on to something and started to watch my diet. I ate Egg Beaters with toast and fruit for breakfast, and a healthy mix of protein and carbs for lunch and dinner. I added more fruits and vegetables to our meals, using the "Divide by 4" method. If I imagined my plate in four sections, one would be protein, one would be grains, and two would be fruits and vegetables. Eating a big salad with dinner fills me up.

I also stopped eating leftovers from my kids plates. I decided that going to my hips was no better than going in the garbage! I still turn to fruit for snacking, especially times when I know I'm not hungry, like TV time. I used to snack the whole time I was fixing dinner. When I caught myself doing that I realized I was really hungry, so I'd eat a piece of fruit.

I have pretty much broken that habit.

The biggest change I made was to listen to my body. I really don't have to clean my plate. I started this process by leaving 3-4 bites on my plate, purposely. It worked. I learned to tell the difference between being satisfied and stuffed. I enjoy what I eat ans stop when I feel full, even if it means pausing part way through the meal for a break. I put my fork down for a couple of minutes and think about whether I want more. Usually I'm done.

Nowadays I look forward to my workouts as time to refresh. I eat healthy for the most part, I do enjoy treats from time to time. I know what I want to splurge on and I make the most of it! I really believe anyone can do this. You have to make your health a priority and in your life, and then begin to make the first few changes. Everything else will begin to fall into place for you! I still turn to fruit for snacking, especially times when I know I'm not hungry, like TV time.

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How To Get A Smaller Stomach

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How to Lose Weight Off Your Stomach Fast and Easily
By Ryan Allen

Losing weight off your stomach is simply not as hard as many experts make it out to be. You can start today, and using a few clear rules can lose weight and get the stomach you've always dreamed of. It does take some time and patience, especially when trying to lose the last few "problem pounds", but if you exercise the right way and eat the correct diet it is definitely possible.

Firstly, the number one mistake people make when trying to lose weight from their stomach is to think they can "spot train". It is very hard, in fact almost impossible to lose weight from a specific area of your body, so don't try. For example, doing sit-ups will tone your stomach muscles but will burn fat from all over your body, not just your stomach.

The best way to lose weight from your midriff is through exercise such as jogging and biking. These will burn fat from all over your body. To get the greatest benefits from cardiovascular exercise, you need to do it for at least 30 minutes. This is because you will only start to burn fat after you've used up your stored "fuel", which will last most people about 20 minutes. After that you will be burning much more fat. Of course, they more you exercise the quicker you will burn the fat, but aim for two or three sessions a week to start with.

Even with this amount of exercise you still need to keep your calorie intake down if you want to burn fat. A good tip is to spread your food intake throughout the day rather than eating loads in a single meal sitting because you're hungry.

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Get Rid of That Belly Fat With Some Mufa

If you want to lose that Belly Fat; fight fat with fat. Research has proven if you increase the Monounsaturated fat also known as MUFA, it will reduce Belly Fat. Foods like waffles, burgers, burritos, sausage, and even pizza, nuts including peanuts, walnuts, almonds and pistachios, avocado, canola and olive oil are high in MUFAs. Summer weight loss will work most effectively if you are enjoying the foods you like.

Avoid carbonated drinks such as fizzy drinks, including soda pop and spritzers. They increase bloating because the carbon dioxide trapped in the bubbles creates gas, which slows down stomach emptying. Most liquids eventually are flushed out or absorbed by the body. Sometimes our bodies absorb more liquids than we need resulting in swollen hands, face and stomach.

Eat cooked vegetables instead of raw. A smaller serving of cooked vegetables can deliver the nutrient content you need. Solid foods which are not digested properly become trapped inside the intestine and make you feel heavy and uncomfortable.

Many people think they can save a few calories by using sugar substitutes instead of the real thing. Some of these chemicals are digested slowly, partially or not at all. That means they just sit in your intestine and become gas pumps for several days.

When you chew and swallow your food, there is also air which accompanies your food. Drinking carbonated drinks causes bubbles which don’t disappear and they also end up in your intestines. When you eat foods like broccoli and beans, you create your own gas supply. All that gas gets stuck in your intestines.

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The Myths of Some Products Claiming to Help Lose Weight

The following information is provide by HAP Wise Health

Manufacturers of supplements have capitalized on over-the-counter products promising easy weight loss. Bethany Didur, Pharm.D., HAP Clinical Pharmacist, examines some of these products and their claims.

ALLI – The only over-the-counter weight loss medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It touts the online support system and low-fat diet and exercise guidelines that come with it. The drawback is the side effects- frequent, loose and oily stools and excessive gas.

GREEN TEA EXTRACT – The beneficial effects of green tea are attributed to the polyphenols, particularly the catechins, which make up 30 percent of the dry weight of green tea leaves. Various research studies looking at green tea as a weight-loss aid have had inconsistent outcomes.

It’s not dangerous but no solid proof of effectiveness.

HOODIA – This cactus-like plant is native to the Kalahari Desert, where indigenous people have eaten it for centuries to maintain energy and stave off hunger. Pfizer pharmaceutical company reproduced the active ingredient but later abandoned production because they could not achieve weight loss results. Some products claim to contain Hoodia but don’t because it can be quite expensive.

GUAR GUM – This is a water-soluble fiber that acts as a bulk-forming laxative. The FDA received reports of esophageal blockage from insufficient fluid intake. For this reason, guar gum is no longer approved for use in over-the-counter weight loss aids in the U.S. This product can be dangerous and there is no proof of effectiveness.

The reality is, there is no quick fix or some type of magic for weight loss. Some products may be dangerous; others are benign but not effective – a waste of money. A better option to lose weight and keep it off is to commit to some of the tips included in my previous Summer Weight Loss blogs.

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The Mental Challenges In Losing Weight

Watch what you say

Would you ever tell a true friend that he or she looks fat and old; then why do you say it to yourself? Summer Weight Loss can be a challenge and your mental attitude will affect your overall success. Try to stop talking about yourself to yourself. Not only does it continue to make you feel bad but it makes it hard to stay motivated; then you feel you just can’t lose weight.

How About Some Accolades

Just because you may want to change your weight; your weight does not determine your value and worth.

Make a list of things you enjoy and cherish about yourself: your parenting skills, the collections you have such as porcelain dolls or coins, your ability to forgive others. Whether you gain or lose 15 pounds does not affect who you are as a human being.

Stop Being Mean to Yourself

When you don’t like the way you look, don’t punish yourself by withholding things from yourself. Treat yourself to massages, take a bubble bath, buy that outfit you’ve always wanted.

Small rewards will make you feel better about your body. The operative word is “small” so don’t over do it.

There Must Be Some Balance

Women tend to feel there is something wrong with the size of their waist and or stomach; but what about the other parts of the body. How about those great legs, pretty feet, beautiful eyes or just nice looking hair.

Think about the positives instead of the negative aspects of your body.

Accept the Things You Can Not Change

Fact: You have you mother’s round race, your grandmother’s crooked nose, your aunt’s short and thick legs.

There are some parts of the body you just can’t change. Accept them as traits which make you an Individual.

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Why Do So Many Fad Diets Fail?

When it comes to weight loss, it does not matter whether you eat fewer carbohydrates or less protein or fat when you are trying to lose weight. All that matters is somehow you take in fewer calories than your body is burning.

Choose foods you enjoy

You will be more apt to stick with a weight loss plan eating foods you enjoy rather than something which taste horrible. If you want to lose weight don’t waste calories on food that don’t taste good. Look for lower-calorie, nutritional foods you love. Summer Weight Loss will be more effective if you are enjoying the foods you eat.

Load up on fiber

Vegetables, fruits and whole grains are loaded with fiber and fiber is one of the most important components for successful weight loss.

Don’t punish yourself

There is no need to deny yourself those foods which are high calorie as long as you practice controlling your portions and modify your meals accordingly. Don’t super-size at those food chains.

Don’t Give Up

Remember you are going to have setbacks and possibly lose control. We all have situations which arise in our lives that may cause us to eat a whole bag of chocolate rather than a couple of pieces. Don’t let it cause you to give up on your ultimate goal which is to lose weight.

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