Can Eating in Front of a Mirror Really Help You Lose More Weight?

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

University of Central Florida researchers recently discovered that eating in front of a mirror makes a difference. In fact, the difference it makes is in reducing the appeal of unhealthy food. This technique could potentially help people to lose weight more easily by making unhealthy foods less appetizing.

The research involved participation from 185 undergrad students. They were divided into two groups. The first group ate in a room where they were eating in front of a mirror. The second group ate in a room without mirrors. Continue reading →

The Link Between Magnesium and Weight Loss

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

The body is a very complex thing and various nutrients, including minerals can play a tremendous role in various vital functions. For instance, there is a growing body of evidence to suggest that there is a link between magnesium and weight loss.

This is not to say that a healthy person should start popping magnesium supplements in order to watch fat magically melt away from the body. However, it does indicate that there is a relationship between the mineral and the ability to drop the pounds and understanding that relationship could help you get the most out of a diet. Continue reading →

Should You Drink More Beer to Lose Weight?

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

When you’re trying to drop the pounds, it can seem safe to assume that you’ll need to avoid – or ban – certain foods and drinks that you happen to love. That massive slice of cheesecake is a definite no-no, but what about your favorite alcoholic beverage? Can you use beer to lose weight?

That may sound like a silly question, but researchers looked into whether people could drink beer to lose weight and it’s making many headlines. Before you head out to grab a case, though, it’s important for you to understand what the researchers actually found. Those popular headlines may not be suggesting precisely the same thing as the findings from the research. Continue reading →

A Simple Checklist for Achieving Weight Loss Success

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

If you struggle with your weight, perhaps it is time you create a simple yet handy checklist to stay on track. Staying slim and healthy no longer has to be complicated. Check these things off your list and hopefully shedding those extra pounds will no longer be a problem for you:

Stock up on Fresh Produce
The first step towards a healthier life is eating healthy. Pay a visit to the farmer’s market and stock up on fresh produce. At the same time, hide away sugary treats in a dark cabinet somewhere out of reach. Continue reading →

The Foods to Eat to Speed Up Weight Loss

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

When you want to speed up weight loss an important part of your strategy has to do with the foods that you’re eating.

Although it may be a good idea to focus on what you shouldn’t be eating, it’s equally a good idea to look at what you should. The reason is that there are many foods that can actually help your body to burn through fats more quickly, make you feel more satisfied by meals, or have other positive impacts that can cause weight to be lost more rapidly. Continue reading →

How Chewing Helps You Lose Weight

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

When many of us think back to our childhoods, we can still hear the voices of our parents reminding us to chew our food properly. That advice may actually have been better than they realized, at the time, as it is now believed that better chewing can help you to gain better nutrition as well as to lose weight.

The actual number of times that food needs to be chewed in order to help to lose weight is not specifically known. While some people say it should be fifteen times per mouthful, others say twenty. And yet other people will also say that it depends on the food being eaten and how big the mouthful happens to be. Continue reading →

What is the 3 Day Diet Plan?

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

If somebody were to tell you that you can lose up to 10 pounds in 1 week, without resorting to starvation, splurging a fortune on weight loss supplements, or wreaking havoc on your body with strenuous exercise, you would probably think of it as a scamming trick. This is all what a wonderful, low cost, highly effective Military 3 day diet can achieve! The 3 day diet incorporates a commendable blend of foods, designed to help you lose weight faster, kick start your metabolism, and burn fat effortlessly. In fact, the Military Diet is one of the best viable diets for swift weight loss without the use of a prescription. The 3 day-on and 4 days-off diet entails following a prepared dieting chart for 3 days, and then eating on a strict bare minimum for the rest 4 days. Continue reading →

The Top Cleansing Diets for a Fresh Start on Weight Loss

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Evangeline Thomas

Many people feel that when it comes to getting a fresh start on their new weight loss strategies, one of the best things they can do is use one of the top cleansing diets to detoxify their bodies in the hopes of boosting the ability of their bodies to burn through fat. This is based on a belief that says that the average body is full of toxins and those must be removed before the body will be in the ideal state for shedding excess weight.

It is important to note that this belief is not supported by much of the mainstream medical community. In fact, many doctors feel that many of the top cleansing diets do more harm than good by stressing the body’s organs unnecessarily without causing any loss of toxins or long term weight loss. Continue reading →

How to Easily Cut Out Carbs for Weight Loss

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Evangeline Thomas

You’ve done your research and have decided that reducing your carbohydrate intake is the best way for you to lose weight. Unfortunately, when it comes to putting that concept into reality, it can feel much more difficult than it originally seemed. The reason is that the typical American diet is heavily based on foods such as potatoes, bread, pasta and other carbohydrate laden favorites. When you want to cut out carbs from your diet, a few handy tricks can be very helpful.

To begin, you should know that to cut out carbs, it doesn’t mean that you need to eliminate them altogether. Continue reading →

The Latest Research on the Effects of the Paleo Diet

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Evangeline Thomas

Recently, a lot of attention has been given to the paleo diet and its effects on the human body. Among the many different fad diets out there, this one seems to have stood out more than others. It is important to note that not all diets are perfectly suited for all dieters, and even the paleo diet has some shortcomings.

Modern researchers have been on the job of discovering the effects of the paleo diet for quite some time now. What the most comprehensive studies have shown might actually surprise some people. Continue reading →