Five ways to cheat on your diet
Indulging, splurging, pigging out. Whatever you call it, we all throw calorie caution to the winds occasionally during the holidays (OK, maybe more often than we care to admit). Then come the self-recrimination, the inevitable guilt and a vow never to do it again. But is all that drama really necessary? No, says New York City-based Bonnie Taub-Dix, M.A., R.D., a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. "Guilt is never a good side dish." Her advice? "Close your eyes and enjoy every bite and make those calories truly worth it."
Even the 2005 U.S. Department of Agriculture Dietary Guidelines give the green light to a little government-sanctioned cheating--thanks to the "discretionary calories" now allowed. Translation: It's perfectly OK to have a few sweet and gooey treats (the guidelines suggest 10-15 percent of the day's calories). But before you get down to cashing in your discretionary calories, keep in mind the following ground rules for cheating without paying too high a price.
1 Get over the guilt.
Your new mantra is, "Nothing is forbidden." Once you've accepted that dietary basic, guilt is banned from the table. "Guilt can cause you to disconnect from your real feelings about food," says Marsha Hudnall, M.S., R.D., program director at Green Mountain at Fox Run in Ludlow, Vt., a women-only healthy weight-loss retreat. Any behavior that's driven by guilt is hard to control; eating is no exception. Instead of focusing on your guilt, opt for a rational assessment of portion sizes. You can have anything your heart desires, if moderation is your MO and you keep portions under control. It's those all-you-can-eat buffets at your company's annual holiday dinner party, and jumbo servings at most eateries and at home that ultimately expand your waistline, not the occasional splurge.
2 If you cheat, make sure to do it in a public place.
Call off that illicit affair between you and those crispy french fries. (Admit it; when was the last time you ate your favorite cheat food around family and friends?) Exposing your secret desire to the light of day takes away the irresistible allure, and with it, much of the temptation. "I believe one of the most important skills to have is to learn how to splurge, then go back to healthy eating right away," says Katherine Tallmadge, M.A., R.D., author of Diet Simple: 192 Mental Tricks, Substitutions, Habits & Inspirations (LifeLine, 2004). Her advice: Go ahead and splurge in front of others, and then get on with your life.
3 Break the chain that links cheating with a lack of willpower.
You may have eaten one serving too many of your Mom's pecan pie a la mode, but don't think of it as a loss of will-power. Think of it as a well-considered decision you made: You weighed your options and decided to go for it. Now move on. Dwelling on indulgences and regretting your actions does nothing but diminish your successes. Besides, Tallmadge says, "Research has found that inflexible, restrictive diets are more likely to result in relapses and ultimately a regain of the weight you've lost.
4 Don't try to be an angel. Aim for progress, not perfection.
You enjoy chocolate. OK, so in truth you're actually a certified chocoholic. A day without a bite of the dark stuff for you just isn't complete. However, since you've started on your new healthy eating program, you've managed to whittle your chocolate fixes to only a couple a week. That's progress, to be sure, but not perfection. And that's a good thing: If dietary perfection is your goal, we hate to burst your bubble--but disappointment and failure are guaranteed. Remember, says Louisville, Ky., nutritionist and exercise physiologist Christopher R. Mohr, Ph.D., R.D., you can still keep good nutrition in mind even when indulging. "When you cheat, focus on foods that also provide a benefit, like dark chocolate, which packs a healthy dose of antioxidants," Mohr suggests.
5 It's absolutely OK, and even appropriate, to skip certain meals!
If you're not hungry, you shouldn't eat. As if you needed someone like Shape to remind you of that! But think about it. How many times during the holiday season have you munched away on any number of indulgences because of social obligation when you were nowhere near hungry? This particular rule requires a little internal reality check, but once you become tuned in to your real feelings of hunger (your stomach starts to growl, you feel truly empty and you might even feel the beginning of a headache coming on), mindless munching becomes a thing of the past. "Many of us eat when we're not hungry because we've learned to soothe ourselves with food--we've become emotional eaters," Hudnall says. "The trick to separating physical hunger from emotional hunger is to know how your own body signals a need for food." And once you get a handle on that, you'll be far less likely to overindulge for emotional reasons.
cheater's tip
Go ahead and splurge on those fries. Then go right back to healthy eating afterward.
cheater's tip
Close your eyes and savor every bite. Make every one of those calories worth it!
cheater's tip
During the holiday season, let natural hunger, not social obligation, dictate your mealtimes.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Obesity, Weight Loss and Diet Management Markets (Pharmaceutical, Surgical and Dietary Approaches)
Obesity, Weight Loss and Diet Management Markets (Pharmaceutical, Surgical and Dietary Approaches)
Weight loss and diet management is a challenge for millions of people around the world. Globally, more than 1 billion people are above an ideal weight. The affects weight has on life-threatening or life-altering disease are devastating. Diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer all have links to being overweight or obese.
Increasing education efforts, accessible weight management plans and foods, and a growing desire to be physically desirable have fueled this market in more recent years. More than 100 million people in the United States are actively involved in a weight loss or weight management plan at any one time throughout the year. This suggests a demand for products and services which will continue for years to come. This Kalorama Information report - Obesity, Weight Loss and Diet Management Markets - focuses on five key segments of products, treatments, and services:
Diet Foods and Drinks (Drinks and powders, Bars and Snacks, Meals, Desserts)
Weight Loss Drugs (Prescription Drugs, OTC)
Natural Therapies for Weight Loss
Surgical Interventions (Gastric Banding, Other)
Weight Loss Programs (Revenues from Delivered Food, Revenues From Program Fees)
The report includes statistical information for obesity and higher body mass worldwide, with special emphasis on the U.S. and Europe. The market segments provide an overview, description of products on the market, market estimates and forecasts, and trends in the industry. Trends discussed in the report include:
Weight Loss Incentives in the Work Environment
Healthy Lifestyle and American Cancer Society
Outlook for a Healthier U.S. Population
Childhood Obesity
Inadequate Levels of Sleep, Technology, Caffeine, and the Affect on Adolescents
Weight Loss Camps and Schools
Factors that Affect Weight Among Adolescent Girls
‘Smart Choices Program’
New Developments in Pharmaceutical Weight Loss
New Developments in Weight Loss Surgical Devices
Trends in Bariatric Surgery
Obesity Trends During Socioeconomic Changes
Discontinued Weight Loss Drugs
The information for this report was gathered using both primary and secondary research including comprehensive research of secondary sources such as company literature, databases, investment reports, and medical and business journals. Telephone interviews and email correspondence were the primary method of gathering primary information.
For the purpose of this study Kalorama Information conducted interviews with key industry officials, consultants, health care providers, and government personnel. These sources were the primary basis in gathering information specifically relating to revenue data presented in this report. All market data pertains to the world market at the manufacturers’ level. The base year for data was 2009. Historical data was provided for the years 2006 through 2008, with forecast data provided for 2010 through 2013. Compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) are provided for the 2006-2009, 2009-2013 and 2006-2013 periods for each segment covered.
The forecasted market analysis for 2010-2013 was based on probability of drug approval and sales of products in late stage development, future trends in current product demand, obesity statistics and trends, product marketing, and relevant demographic trends.
Weight loss and diet management is a challenge for millions of people around the world. Globally, more than 1 billion people are above an ideal weight. The affects weight has on life-threatening or life-altering disease are devastating. Diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer all have links to being overweight or obese.
Increasing education efforts, accessible weight management plans and foods, and a growing desire to be physically desirable have fueled this market in more recent years. More than 100 million people in the United States are actively involved in a weight loss or weight management plan at any one time throughout the year. This suggests a demand for products and services which will continue for years to come. This Kalorama Information report - Obesity, Weight Loss and Diet Management Markets - focuses on five key segments of products, treatments, and services:
Diet Foods and Drinks (Drinks and powders, Bars and Snacks, Meals, Desserts)
Weight Loss Drugs (Prescription Drugs, OTC)
Natural Therapies for Weight Loss
Surgical Interventions (Gastric Banding, Other)
Weight Loss Programs (Revenues from Delivered Food, Revenues From Program Fees)
The report includes statistical information for obesity and higher body mass worldwide, with special emphasis on the U.S. and Europe. The market segments provide an overview, description of products on the market, market estimates and forecasts, and trends in the industry. Trends discussed in the report include:
Weight Loss Incentives in the Work Environment
Healthy Lifestyle and American Cancer Society
Outlook for a Healthier U.S. Population
Childhood Obesity
Inadequate Levels of Sleep, Technology, Caffeine, and the Affect on Adolescents
Weight Loss Camps and Schools
Factors that Affect Weight Among Adolescent Girls
‘Smart Choices Program’
New Developments in Pharmaceutical Weight Loss
New Developments in Weight Loss Surgical Devices
Trends in Bariatric Surgery
Obesity Trends During Socioeconomic Changes
Discontinued Weight Loss Drugs
The information for this report was gathered using both primary and secondary research including comprehensive research of secondary sources such as company literature, databases, investment reports, and medical and business journals. Telephone interviews and email correspondence were the primary method of gathering primary information.
For the purpose of this study Kalorama Information conducted interviews with key industry officials, consultants, health care providers, and government personnel. These sources were the primary basis in gathering information specifically relating to revenue data presented in this report. All market data pertains to the world market at the manufacturers’ level. The base year for data was 2009. Historical data was provided for the years 2006 through 2008, with forecast data provided for 2010 through 2013. Compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) are provided for the 2006-2009, 2009-2013 and 2006-2013 periods for each segment covered.
The forecasted market analysis for 2010-2013 was based on probability of drug approval and sales of products in late stage development, future trends in current product demand, obesity statistics and trends, product marketing, and relevant demographic trends.
Mango Helps Weight Loss
Mango Helps Weight Loss
Researchers are investigating the properties of the extract from African mango, a fruit commonly eaten in West Africa. Lab research has shown that extracts from the plant's seed may inhibit body fat production.
A West African fruit may hold the key to helping overweight people lose weight and drop their cholesterol, a new study suggests.
Researchers are investigating the properties of the extract from African mango, a fruit commonly eaten in West Africa, is also known as Irvingia gabonensis. Lab research has shown that extracts from the plant's seed may inhibit body fat production by affecting specific genes and enzymes that regulate metabolism.
In a recent study, researchers at the University of Yaounde in Cameroon asked 102 randomly chosen overweight adults to take either the plant extract or a placebo twice a day for 10 weeks. The study participants followed no special diet and maintained their normal exercise levels.
At the end of the 10 weeks, members of the group taking the extract had lost a significant amount of weight—an average of approximately 28 pounds. At the same time, their "bad" LDL cholesterol and blood sugar levels—warning signs for diabetes—declined. Meanwhile, members the group taking the placebo showed almost no change.
The researchers note that the study is the first well-controlled clinical trial of the extract's effectiveness as a weight-loss aid. But they say the findings suggest that African mango may be a useful tool to combat the growing worldwide problem of obesity.
The findings, concludes the research team, should lay the groundwork for much larger clinical studies
Researchers are investigating the properties of the extract from African mango, a fruit commonly eaten in West Africa. Lab research has shown that extracts from the plant's seed may inhibit body fat production.
A West African fruit may hold the key to helping overweight people lose weight and drop their cholesterol, a new study suggests.
Researchers are investigating the properties of the extract from African mango, a fruit commonly eaten in West Africa, is also known as Irvingia gabonensis. Lab research has shown that extracts from the plant's seed may inhibit body fat production by affecting specific genes and enzymes that regulate metabolism.
In a recent study, researchers at the University of Yaounde in Cameroon asked 102 randomly chosen overweight adults to take either the plant extract or a placebo twice a day for 10 weeks. The study participants followed no special diet and maintained their normal exercise levels.
At the end of the 10 weeks, members of the group taking the extract had lost a significant amount of weight—an average of approximately 28 pounds. At the same time, their "bad" LDL cholesterol and blood sugar levels—warning signs for diabetes—declined. Meanwhile, members the group taking the placebo showed almost no change.
The researchers note that the study is the first well-controlled clinical trial of the extract's effectiveness as a weight-loss aid. But they say the findings suggest that African mango may be a useful tool to combat the growing worldwide problem of obesity.
The findings, concludes the research team, should lay the groundwork for much larger clinical studies
Diets: What Works and What Doesn't
Diets: What Works and What Doesn't
With more people being overweight and the percentage of obese people rising, certain activities like dieting are becoming more and more popular. One of the many common approaches to dieting is what I would call depravation. A lot of people tend to cut certain things mostly or completely out of their diet with the purpose of losing off the pounds quickly. Some people even quit eating for a few days because they impatiently want to shed off the pounds. Some of the times it doesn't work, other times you lose the weight but you end up sick.
The reason why this happens is that often times when you lose weight, you don't just lose fat. You often lose muscle and water as well as fat, which would leave you feeling weak. The first few days you may lose quite a bit of pounds and you may even look a little thinner but your metabolism will slow down due to the shock of the drastic change. Loss of muscle can also be the cause for slowed weight loss. Muscle tissue is said to be beneficial to burning fat. Another reason the body slows down its metabolism is because its water is not being replenished.
The reason diets fail is because many people take the wrong approach to dieting. For one, dieting is not about just cutting foods. Wise dieting is about making sure you get all the vital nutrients your body needs. There are nutrients that are responsible for your metabolism, immune system, respiratory functions, bone strength, energy, healthy mental functions, etc. Many of these vital nutrients are found in natural foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains.
One wrong approach to dieting is treating it like it is a temporary phase. Many people take what some might call the yo yo dieting approach. They eliminate some of their favorite foods completely out of their lives while waiting to get to a more desired weight, and once they get there, (they don't always get there) they go back to their former habits which often results in them gaining back their weight and even more weight. Healthier eating habits would have to be a permanent adjustment in your life for it to be effective.
The key thing to think about is moderation. Our bodies aren't designed to carry around tons of food at a time. Believe it or not, a stuffed stomach will weigh you down. Any energy you would feel from the food you eat would be sapped. You know that drowsy feeling you get after eating that big meal. You sleep it off, you'll feel better but most likely you'll put on some weight. Watch out for those "diet" products, especially ones that claim that you can lose 20 pounds in 20 days or something to that effect, a lot of them are manipulated and tampered with, and of course there is more to that diet than they say upfront.
The best thing to do when dieting is to first add some healthy foods to your diet. It's best to add foods like fruits, vegetables and other foods that have the vital nutrients. As you add healthy foods, subtract some of the comfort foods. You don't necessarily have to eliminate them completely from your diet but a small moderate amount of comfort foods should be sufficient. Be sure to drink enough water to replenish your fluids. Also, try to get some exercise to build muscles in your body so you can burn fat even quicker. Break your meals down and eat smaller portions so the energy you feel from the food doesn't get cancelled out by a "heavy" feeling. Lastly, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Some doctor's say stress contributes to weight gain due to the release of cortisol. Take it one day at a time and even journal your progress for each day.
Of course there is no one diet that will work for everyone and the above information will not necessarily work for everyone. The very important thing to do is to find out how your body works by consulting a doctor and also do some research about nutrition so you can get a better idea of how you might want to approach living a healthier life.
With more people being overweight and the percentage of obese people rising, certain activities like dieting are becoming more and more popular. One of the many common approaches to dieting is what I would call depravation. A lot of people tend to cut certain things mostly or completely out of their diet with the purpose of losing off the pounds quickly. Some people even quit eating for a few days because they impatiently want to shed off the pounds. Some of the times it doesn't work, other times you lose the weight but you end up sick.
The reason why this happens is that often times when you lose weight, you don't just lose fat. You often lose muscle and water as well as fat, which would leave you feeling weak. The first few days you may lose quite a bit of pounds and you may even look a little thinner but your metabolism will slow down due to the shock of the drastic change. Loss of muscle can also be the cause for slowed weight loss. Muscle tissue is said to be beneficial to burning fat. Another reason the body slows down its metabolism is because its water is not being replenished.
The reason diets fail is because many people take the wrong approach to dieting. For one, dieting is not about just cutting foods. Wise dieting is about making sure you get all the vital nutrients your body needs. There are nutrients that are responsible for your metabolism, immune system, respiratory functions, bone strength, energy, healthy mental functions, etc. Many of these vital nutrients are found in natural foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains.
One wrong approach to dieting is treating it like it is a temporary phase. Many people take what some might call the yo yo dieting approach. They eliminate some of their favorite foods completely out of their lives while waiting to get to a more desired weight, and once they get there, (they don't always get there) they go back to their former habits which often results in them gaining back their weight and even more weight. Healthier eating habits would have to be a permanent adjustment in your life for it to be effective.
The key thing to think about is moderation. Our bodies aren't designed to carry around tons of food at a time. Believe it or not, a stuffed stomach will weigh you down. Any energy you would feel from the food you eat would be sapped. You know that drowsy feeling you get after eating that big meal. You sleep it off, you'll feel better but most likely you'll put on some weight. Watch out for those "diet" products, especially ones that claim that you can lose 20 pounds in 20 days or something to that effect, a lot of them are manipulated and tampered with, and of course there is more to that diet than they say upfront.
The best thing to do when dieting is to first add some healthy foods to your diet. It's best to add foods like fruits, vegetables and other foods that have the vital nutrients. As you add healthy foods, subtract some of the comfort foods. You don't necessarily have to eliminate them completely from your diet but a small moderate amount of comfort foods should be sufficient. Be sure to drink enough water to replenish your fluids. Also, try to get some exercise to build muscles in your body so you can burn fat even quicker. Break your meals down and eat smaller portions so the energy you feel from the food doesn't get cancelled out by a "heavy" feeling. Lastly, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Some doctor's say stress contributes to weight gain due to the release of cortisol. Take it one day at a time and even journal your progress for each day.
Of course there is no one diet that will work for everyone and the above information will not necessarily work for everyone. The very important thing to do is to find out how your body works by consulting a doctor and also do some research about nutrition so you can get a better idea of how you might want to approach living a healthier life.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
on line weight loss tips
Few years back, it was not there. But online weight loss help has caught many eyes and is showing positive results. You would think that i am delusioned. How can someone loose weight online?How could the internet,have anything to do with weight loss?
The fact is that, it is the right place to loose weight. To achieve your goal, the first thing that requires is support. It is not easy to find some real support .Go online and you can find other people out there with the same concern's, questions and goals as you. Together with those people whom you even don't know can be your greatest supporters. A recent survey reveals that the right weight loss program Melbourne can help you maintain your weight loss as effectively .
There are many programs going online and it is not tough to find online weight loss help. You can be part of anyone that suits you. The internet is a rich source of information regarding weight loss.
You can keep track of your progress and diets.
You can choose your mentor.
You can manage your routine life.
You can control every activity that goes around you in a day.
The online weight loss help caters to your needs starting from
Food Journal
Calorie Information
Nutritional Analysis
Exercise Log
Activity Tracking
Metabolism Analysis
Weight Tracking
Weight Chart
Personal Weight Goal
Long-term Diet
to Fitness Analysis.
One of the best advantages is that everyone will have support groups which are customizable. You can choose your group. You can upload as much information as you want, or even if you don't want. You can reveal all of your secrets. This web place provides enough intimacy to be accountable to. There are few steps to follow to be part of it
Decide the online program or forum, you want to be part of. Click on Register option. Once registered you will have access the website.
You can talk to experts and work under their guidance. You can motivate yourself with the success stories of other members. You can discuss yours with them Share your ideas, your views, your ways with them.
Weight loss is a hard battle to win, and online help i can definitely help you.
The fact is that, it is the right place to loose weight. To achieve your goal, the first thing that requires is support. It is not easy to find some real support .Go online and you can find other people out there with the same concern's, questions and goals as you. Together with those people whom you even don't know can be your greatest supporters. A recent survey reveals that the right weight loss program Melbourne can help you maintain your weight loss as effectively .
There are many programs going online and it is not tough to find online weight loss help. You can be part of anyone that suits you. The internet is a rich source of information regarding weight loss.
You can keep track of your progress and diets.
You can choose your mentor.
You can manage your routine life.
You can control every activity that goes around you in a day.
The online weight loss help caters to your needs starting from
Food Journal
Calorie Information
Nutritional Analysis
Exercise Log
Activity Tracking
Metabolism Analysis
Weight Tracking
Weight Chart
Personal Weight Goal
Long-term Diet
to Fitness Analysis.
One of the best advantages is that everyone will have support groups which are customizable. You can choose your group. You can upload as much information as you want, or even if you don't want. You can reveal all of your secrets. This web place provides enough intimacy to be accountable to. There are few steps to follow to be part of it
Decide the online program or forum, you want to be part of. Click on Register option. Once registered you will have access the website.
You can talk to experts and work under their guidance. You can motivate yourself with the success stories of other members. You can discuss yours with them Share your ideas, your views, your ways with them.
Weight loss is a hard battle to win, and online help i can definitely help you.
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