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Your body is your temple so you want to keep it looking its very best, but sometimes, no matter how much you diet and exercise, you simply can’t shift that excess belly fat!
Why is that?
Why do you have to hold your tummy in every time you want to wear a bikini?
Stubborn belly fat is the barrier between wearing that fabulous body-con dress or those skinny jeans with a body-skimming T-shirt but it can be removed.
It’s not just about looking lean and trim, holding onto excess belly fat could contribute to health complications.
Extra belly fat can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes.
It can also add to heart disease risk and even be a factor in encouraging cancerous cells.
So getting rid of it healthily and steadily is the key.
It’s simply a matter of knowing what to do, in this piece we look at what you need to do to lose belly fat forever!

1. Exercise

Yes, we know you’ve heard it all before but there’s a reason why you keep on hearing how good exercise is for your body.
You need to make it a part of everyday life and factor in at least 20 minutes of aerobic exercise every week.
Not only does it help to reduce that belly fat, it makes you feel better all over, increases your fitness levels (that means more energy) and gets you moving.
If you have a sedentary lifestyle then building in exercise will definitely make the difference between that pocket of fat and a leaner, trimmer tummy.
Try it, start slowly and ease yourself into a routine, download a good fitness app and build up over a couple of months.
You should start seeing an improvement within just a few weeks.

2. Tone Your Abs!

A flatter stomach is achievable with exercise (as long as you combine it with a healthy diet).
If you’ve never tried sit-ups or core exercises this one is definitely for you.
There are lots of workouts available online or on YouTube that help you to tone up your tum.
Spending five minutes a day on repetitive stomach exercises will trim down that fat and turn it into lean muscle.
From sit-ups to crunches, planks to Pilates, there are so many great toning exercises to try.
Start with a set of 15 stomach crunches, then move into a 30 second plank, switch your plank to two side planks (either side for 30 seconds) and go back into side twists (like a stomach crunch but you twist your upper body from side to side with your shoulders lifted away from the floor).
Finally, try bending your knees and lifting them off the floor while reaching with your elbows to each knee (side to side), right elbow to left knee, then switch left elbow to right knee.
Perform this exercise with your upper body raised away from the floor.
Repeat five on each side.

3. Stop Eating Carbs

One of the quickest ways to a flatter stomach is by getting rid of “bad” carbs.
So, no more bread or pasta, anything that contains gluten should be binned (the supermarkets are full of gluten-free products nowadays), no more potato crisps, breadsticks or white rice.
You can still eat carbs but make them good carbs such as vegetables, whole fruits, lentils, peas, kidney beans, most nuts and seeds and your wholegrain carbs such as pure oats, brown rice and quinoa.
When you cut carbs out of your diet, your body eventually reaches a state of Ketosis, so it burns off fat – this is known as the Keto diet.

4. Drink That Water!

Honestly – the best liquid to drink is undoubtedly water and actually, upping your intake of H2O will help to reduce your belly.
Contrary to popular belief, not drinking water will bloat you out more and have you ever thought that the excess belly fat is a combination of fat and bloating?
Water retention is the number one cause of bloating.
Drinking at least 2 liters a day of water will reduce water retention, get rid of toxins and impurities, make you feel brighter and more energized but it will also make you feel fuller for longer!
Water is your best friend when it comes to trimming the fat.
Embrace it!

5. Think About Liquid Calories

As well as food calories, there are also liquid calories to consider and many people eat a healthy diet, even exercise regularly but don’t think about their drinks!
A regular coke contains 139 calories if you consume three of those you’re already at almost 420 wasted calories!
Combine that with sweetened tea, sweetened coffee and adding full-fat milk and you’re on a roll!
Switching out full-fat milk for skimmed, banishing the sugar and trading in your sugary drinks for water (which you can sweeten just by adding natural fruit sliced up) is an easy win, try it and see how lean your belly becomes.

6. Always Eat Breakfast

Skipping breakfast is not the answer to a skinnier, leaner tummy.
In fact, studies show that by missing out on the most important meal of the day, you could increase your weight rather than reduce it.
Actually, those that skip breakfast tend to be larger than those that don’t.
It’s even better to eat small portions more regularly, so split up your food intake into five different times during the day, this also stops you snacking and helps you to stay fuller for longer.
Just make sure they’re good choices, lean meat, poultry (without the skin), fresh fish, lots of vegetables, salad (without fatty dressings, try balsamic vinegar instead), fresh fruit, a handful of nuts…just be controlled, there’s no need to go hungry.

7. Don’t Eat After 7 Pm

We are not suggesting you never go out for dinner, but when you’re eating at home with your family, or even alone, be strict about when you have your last meal of the day.
That’s because if you eat late, the body doesn’t have enough time to fully digest your meal before bed.
Unfortunately, the later you eat, the more likely the food will turn into fat than be used as an energy source.
That’s why a big meal makes you feel full and uncomfortable in the morning, it could also be the reason why you don’t sleep as well as you should!

Try This Peculiar ‘Carb-Trick’ That Melts Up To 1 Pound Each Day

”All this by Flavor-Pairing?” I asked.
I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
She said, “It’s not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, ‘the weight loss doubling molecule’ which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.”
Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅





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Losing weight can take a lot of time, discipline and sometimes a lot of sweat.
There are however a lot of simpler ways to see your pounds and inches drop on the scale and in your waist without having to do HITT workouts three times a week, counting calories, taking dangerous supplements or restricting yourself to a water-only diet.
So, if you don’t want to feel like your world’s falling apart just to lose weight, here are 12 little tricks that you should incorporate daily into your routine that will help you lose weight.
If you’re consistent enough, it can even lead you to losing up to 20 pounds of pure fat in a matter of 2 weeks.
The best part of all this is, there is no gym or crazy diets involved.
Let’s get going.

1. Start a meal with a glass of water.

You’ll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which will help keep you from overeating.

2. Make simple swaps at every meal.

Going for a vinaigrette dressing instead of a ranch dressing at lunch can save you 80 calories, while opting for fresh fruit instead of dried can save you dozens as well.

3. Eat dark chocolate for dessert.

Instead of opting for the cookies in the break room, quiet your sugar cravings with a piece of dark chocolate.
It may not feel quite as satisfying the first few times, but as you wean yourself off your sugar addiction, you’ll be glad you’re saving calories while having a healthy yet decadent treat.

4. Be on top of portion control.

If you want to lose weight, sticking to the right portions at every meal is important.
Measure out snacks beforehand instead of eating from the bag, use smaller plates to visually signal that your meal will satisfy, and put away leftovers so you’re not tempted to go back for seconds.

5. Move much more.

Even if you’re not dedicating an entire chunk of time to a workout, you can burn a few extra calories by making an effort to move a little more during the day.
Taking breaks to walk around the office, opting for the stairs instead of the escalator, and parking a little farther from the office entrance are all simple ways to up your calorie burn.
If you’re think you’re already moving enough, think again – otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this post.

6. Don’t drink your calories.

It’s a common reason you’re not seeing results — those empty calories from a daily soda, morning juice, or large glass of wine at dinner can really add up.
Stick to water.
If you really need some flavor, add fresh ingredients like cucumber, lemon, or mint.
They’re calorie free and taste amazing!

7. Don’t starve yourself.

A little hunger can be good for you.
But starving yourself all day in order to “splurge” on dessert at night is both unhealthy and will sabotage even the strictest lean diet.
Eat well-timed meals and snacks in order to avoid low blood-sugar levels that cause you to crash and binge eat.

8. Eat high-protein, high-fiber foods for snacks.

When it’s time to snack, make your food work for you. Steer clear of the empty, high-calorie options like chips and crackers, and go for protein- and fiber-rich foods that taste good and fill you up too.
You’ll be able to eat fewer calories while still feeling satisfied.

9. Stay away from simple carbohydrates.

Simple carbs are the white stuff—white bread, most pastries, refined sugars (the kind in soda and candy).
What makes them simple?
These foods provide energy, but lack the same nutrients (vitamins, minerals, and fiber) as complex carbohydrates.
The body also breaks down simple carbs quickly—meaning your blood sugar will spike, and your tummy might be rumbling sooner than you imagined.
Choose whole grains instead, which your body will break down slower, keeping you feeling fuller longer.
They will also reduce dangerous excess abdominal fat buildup.
So, make that switch to whole-wheat pasta, whole grain bread, or try grains like brown rice, quinoa, or millet.
You will get used to them quickly and the days of simple carbs will be long gone.

10. Eat an early, lighter dinner.

Try to keep your dinner to about 25 percent of your daily food intake, and have it at least two to three hours before going to bed.
Eating too much too late can cause digestion and sleep issues that make it hard to stick to a healthy routine.

11. Get longer, more consistent sleep.

Lack of sleep can cause you to eat more throughout the day and not have enough energy to stay focus. So aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night.
It’s an easy and effective way to keep your weight-loss goals on the right track.

12. Try this odd “carb trick” that burns up to 1 pound per day

“All this by Flavor-Pairing?” I asked.
I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
She said, “It’s not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, ‘the weight loss doubling molecule’ which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.”
Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅





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Want some effective strategies to get results ASAP?
Here are the best tips and tricks from fitness professionals and nutritionists on how to drop the most weight in two weeks.

1. Take a HIIT

You probably know high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is the basis of most exercise classes. This type of workout challenges you to give full energy for short periods of time interspersed with active rest to allow you to recover.
On a walk, every three minutes you could run for a minute, then walk for another three minutes to catch your breath. Then run for a minute again.
Not only is this effective for burning fat and calories, but it keeps your metabolism revving for hours after you finish.
To fully reap the benefits of this style training, this cycle should go on repeatedly for 20 to 50 minutes. The body will burn calories during the workout, but will also burn fat post workout due to post-exercise oxygen consumption.

2. Stop eating sugar

You’re in a bind on the way to pick up your kiddo from school and you’re on the edge of that dangerous combination of hunger and anger—you’re hangry.
What do you turn to? For many overworked folks, processed foods are the fastest and easiest solution.
But, if you’re trying to improve your health ASAP and lose weight, cutting back on sugar is step number one.
Our fast-paced, on-the-run lifestyles typically lead to consuming an abundance of processed foods that are easy to make and quick to eat. Unfortunately, these food choices are often packed with empty calories most commonly in the form of sugar or one of its derivatives.

3. Workout for at least 30 minutes a day

It’s tough to look slimmer if you’re not working up a sweat to earn those lean muscles.
While you don’t have to go overboard to see results, you do have to prioritize daily fitness.
30 minutes of cardio and 30 minutes of strength training should be sufficient. If you don’t think weights matter, then think again. Workouts with added weights burn more calories than basic cardio.

4. Drink 8 glasses of water a day

In between meetings, while at your desk, when you hear your alarm clock go off—whenever you think of it, drink up.
Water acts as our internal flushing system. It helps to rid our bodies of unnecessary waste and build-up.
For a two-week turnaround, drink 8 glasses a day.
One added tip: drink a glass (8oz) of warm water and lemon as soon as you wake up and right before you go to bed. This allows the food to break down easier and you’ll use the bathroom to flush out the toxins.

5. Get enough sleep

The urge to see one more episode of your favorite television show and still fit in a gym trip before work can end up doing you more harm than good.
It cannot be stressed enough the necessity of sleep. When you log enough hours in bed, your body will return the favor twofold in your physique.
You need to allow your body to renew itself. Allow your muscles to build and restore, which will allow you to burn more calories in your workout.

6. Choose whole foods

The biggest impact on weight loss comes from shifting your eating habits.
Try to shape your diet to feature whole foods only: fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, poultry.
Whole foods have not been stripped of their nutrients the way processed foods have been.
This gives your body and metabolism the tools it needs to run optimally.

7. Eat healthy fat

If you want to burn fat, you have to become fat-adapted. This means your body needs to switch the primary energy source it uses to fuel your activities.
By eating healthy fats with every meal and fewer carbohydrates, fat becomes the more readily accessible fuel over sugar. You will also feel less hungry when you eat slightly more fat each meal.

8. Try intermittent fasting

This technique is a great way for the digestive system to catch up and burn calories. It truly helps teach our body to use its stored fat for energy.
I myself practice intermittent fasting by finishing my last meal of the day no later than 8 p.m. and then fasting until noon the following day.
This gives my body a full 16 hours to totally process everything in my digestive tract and rely on my stored fat for energy.
Disclaimer: Everyone’s body is different. You should assess your own response to this with regards to energy levels. It gets easier with practice. Be sure to check with your doctor before trying any type of fasting.

9. Don’t skip cardio

Interval training is good, but don’t forget regular-paced cardio. It helps build endurance and can give your body a break, whether you’re walking on an incline on a treadmill for an hour or cycling your way through an episode of Seinfeld.
This form of exercise keeps your heart rate moderate and will burn off a few extra calories without adding stress to the body.
This allows you to still go hard the next day at the gym and it also won’t rev you up so much that you’ll have trouble sleeping at night. Anything that keeps the heart rate elevated will work but just don’t go too high.

Try This Peculiar ‘Carb-Trick’ That Melts Up To 1 Pound Each Day

”All this by Flavor-Pairing?” I asked.
I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
She said, “It’s not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, ‘the weight loss doubling molecule’ which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.”
Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅





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If your goal is to lose weight and exercise more, forget the highly restrictive diet and daily long intensive workouts. Research has shown that taking small steps—not giant leaps—is the best way to aachieve long lasting results.
When you focus on just a couple of small changes at a time, you begin to fully adopt some healthy habits that last for a lifetime – rather than trying an all-or-nothing approach that more often than not fails because it’s too hard to keep up.
So, here are 12 simple habits that have proven to make you lose weight for good. These habits will help you move more, eat less, and look sexier than before.
How you should start: Add only one or two of the small changes below a week to your regular routine.
Once these healthy habits become second nature, they’ll benefit you for a lifetime.

1. Limit foods that have high fat content

Take note of the high-fat and high-calorie foods that are typically your favorite (my top five: cakes, chocolate bars, ice cream, potato chips, and fries) and gradually decrease the intake.
If you’re eating six of these foods a week, try to go down to five.
Each week, drop another until you’re at no more than one or two; at the same time, add to your plates more good-for-you choices like carrots, sweet potatoes, oranges, avocados and other fresh fruits and veggies.

2. Walk 5 minutes more a day

A recent research found that women who increased their daily activity levels by just a few minutes at a time were able to lose weight faster than women who just went on a diet .
Your goal should be to do at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day (which can help burn off about 120 extra calories daily, or equivalent to 12½ pounds a year), but take it 5 minutes at a time – it doesn’t have to be all at once.

3. Drink water

One of the most under-appreciated magic fat-burning elixirs is water.
As soon as you wake up in the morning, grab a glass.
Every time you eat, drink a full glass of water before and during bites.
The more water you drink, the fuller you will feel, the easier it is to cut back on unnecessary calories.
That’s an essential element of weight and fat loss.
Remember, every chemical reaction in your body needs water and even if you’re just mildly dehydrated, that could affect your fat metabolism and your performance in the gym.

4. Bring a packed lunch to work

You’ll not only save thousands of calories over the course of a year but also hundreds of dollars.
When you make and eat your own food, you not only control the quality and portion sizes but also reduce the amount of sugar, salt, and fat that you consume – which is guaranteed to be significantly higher in take-out or restaurant food.

5. Skip the fruit juice, eat the whole fruit instead

You’ll not only get more heart-healthy fiber in your diet, you’ll also stay satisfied, longer.
When you chew food, you generate more saliva, which in turn carries a message to the brain that your gut needs to get ready for digestion.
Drinking doesn’t require such digestion, so the body doesn’t register that it’s full as quickly.

6. Get more sleep

Make a point of turning in earlier and you’ll see weight loss within a week.
Even just a few nights of sleep deprivation can lead to almost immediate weight gain.
A recent study asked participants to sleep about 10 hours a night for two days, followed by five nights of sleep restriction and four nights of recovery.
After the 11 days, the sleep-deprived group gained almost 3 pounds, compared with a well-rested control group.

7. Eat a big balanced breakfast

A morning meal made up mostly of carbs and protein with some fat keeps blood-sugar levels steady and hunger pangs away so you’re not susceptible to pigging out come lunch, studies show.
Opt for something satisfying for your stomach and taste buds — like egg whites and turkey bacon with whole-wheat toast.

8. Watch your alcohol intake

One innocent-looking margarita or cosmopolitan can rack up hundreds of calories that do nothing to quench your appetite.
Treat yourself just on the weekends and cut back somewhere else or stick to a glass of wine, light beer, or vodka and soda — three drinks that each have about 100 calories per serving.

9. Eat without any distractions

Dining while watching tv can make you take in 40 percent more calories than usual, according to a recent study.
And texting, driving, or any other distracting activity during a meal can also result in you consuming more food that you need.
Make each meal something you put on a plate, and then sit down to finish it – and even if you’re eating by yourself.

10. Snack with healthy foods

Grazing between meals used to be a faux pas. But nutritionists now know that it’s better to satisfy a craving with healthy grub than ignore it and risk a junk-food binge later.
The best picks are filling, protein-packed snacks – a stick of string cheese, a tablespoon of peanut butter on a piece of fruit, or my favourite – a bowl of edamame.

11. Build your muscles

Doing 5 minutes each of push-ups, lunges, and squats (in 30-second intervals) will help build and maintain muscle mass.
The more muscle you have, the higher your metabolism will be, so you’ll torch more calories as you go about your day.

12. Try this odd “carb trick” that burns up to 1 pound per day

“All this by Flavor-Pairing?” I asked.
I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
She said, “It’s not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, ‘the weight loss doubling molecule’ which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.”
Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅




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If you think it’s impossible to lose 20 pounds in 2 weeks, then think again. We’re not talking about a magic pill or wraps – all we’re talking about are small sacrifices combined with specific techniques. And rather than giving you a one-size-fits-all regimen, we figure you’re more likely to stick with the plan if you pick the eating and exercise strategies that fit your lifestyle.
So choose at least four of the below expert-backed tips, and vow to work them into your schedule for 14 days straight. If you feel ambitious, tack on a few more. The more you pick, the more weight you’ll lose. If you start now, by this time next week, you’ll look and feel way lighter and in two weeks, you’ll have reached your goal.

1. Drink Mainly Water

A sports or energy drink, fruit smoothie, or light beer — each serving contains about 100 calories. Yet these beverages don’t satisfy you the way 100 calories of food does, so they’re a waste. Other liquids may be high in sodium and carbohydrates, which trick your body into retaining water, puffing you out.
Water, on the other hand, has zero calories and carbs and little to no sodium, making it the perfect slim-down drink. And strangely, it actually helps flush out excess water weight as well as jump-starts your metabolism. If it’s just too boring, add lemon wedges or mint leaves.

2. Avoid at All Cost White Bread and Pasta

Cutting out all white grain products — such as white rice, spaghetti, sandwich rolls — will instantly slim you down because the simple carbs in these foods cause bloating, especially around your belly. Simple carbohydrates wreak havoc on your weight because they’re digested very quickly, leaving you hungry and more likely to overeat later.
To go a step further, instead of replacing them with healthier yet still bloat-triggering whole-grain bread products, substitute vegetables for the week. This way, a chicken sandwich becomes chicken salad, and chips and dip turn into carrots and dip. The complex carbs from vegetables are digested more slowly, so you remain full longer. And because veggies are mostly water, they also help flush out excess water weight.

3. Do Cardio 30 Minutes a Day

Any workout that gets your heart rate up will burn calories. But you’ll use more calories if you pick a cardio routine that engages multiple muscles simultaneously.
Three to consider: spinning, cardio kickboxing, and boot-camp workouts. Half an hour of each torches 200 to 300 calories while toning up your arms, legs, and core so everything appears sleeker and tighter.
You’ll burn even more calories per session if your workout incorporates interval training: alternating short bursts of intense cardio with slower activity.

4. Drink Coffee an Hour Before Working Out

This is the one exception to the stick-to-water-only rule: Just as a coffee run makes your morning at work more productive, a pre-exercise cup of java with a splash of skim milk (about 11 calories) or black (just 5 calories) will energize your workout. You’ll burn more calories without realizing you’re pushing yourself harder.

5. Have Nightly You-on-Top Sex

Not that you needed an excuse to hook up with your guy every night, but the fact is, this position is a fat blaster. Being on top means you do the rocking, and the more active you are, the more calories you burn — up to 144 for 30 minutes.
Sex also pumps levels of feel-good neurotransmitters, endorphins, helping you ride out food cravings. Get on top in reverse-cowgirl (i.e., facing away from your guy) to give your thigh and butt muscles an extra push.

6. Do 36 Push-Ups and Lunges Every Other Day

These gym-class staples will help sculpt muscle, so you’ll sport a more streamlined appearance. Do three sets of 12 of each exercise every other day. Push-ups target your upper body, while lunges work your butt, hips, and thighs.
Quick tip: Make sure your back and legs remain in a straight line during your push-ups; it’ll improve muscle tone. Also, you can build even more muscle with the lunges if you hold free weights in each hand while doing them.

7. Sleep 30 Minutes More a Night

That extra half an hour, whether you sleep 5 hours or 8, can refresh you enough that you will make better food choices (in other words, no quick sugar fix for breakfast in search of energy) and won’t feel lethargic and skip the gym. More restful sleep (7 to 8 hours is best) also boosts your metabolism. And since your body builds muscle while you snooze, getting zzz’s equals better muscle tone.

8. Make One Food Sacrifice

Cutting out one indulgence — such as the chips you have with lunch or the chocolate dessert you eat after dinner — can subtract a few hundred calories from your diet, which translates into less flab. Your body won’t even notice their absence.

9. Eat Salmon for Lunch

It’s packed with nutrients that build muscle tone and give your skin a healthy glow. Some nutritionists claim that consuming a portion (doesn’t matter how it’s cooked) may immediately make your face look a bit more contoured.

10. Stand Up Straight

Keeping your spine rigid and your shoulders back while sucking in your belly toward your spine gives you a slimmer, more streamlined middle.

11. Do Squats and Sit-Ups

Bodybuilders use this technique before competitions because it adds definition to muscle. Do three sets of 12 of each exercise to tighten your abs, butt, and legs temporarily.

12. Try this strange “carb-pairing” trick

If you’re upset about your weight and want to lose a little more, get this…
Carly Donovan, a 40-year old overweight mother with pre-diabetes has just SHOCKED the medical
community by losing an unheard of 22 pounds in just 13 days.
She went on to burn off 84 pounds in the next 3 months without starving herself or exercising.
Best of all, she eliminated all signs of diabetes and other life-ending diseases that was constantly threatening her.
The amazing thing is, all she did was this D.I.Y. “carb-pairing” trick that reconditions your 3 female
weight-loss hormones to drastically accelerate fat-burning while still eating the foods you love.
If you’re a woman over the age of 25 who wants to reclaim her life inside the body she DESERVES, you should check it out for yourself.





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When it comes to losing weight, there’s nothing more frustrating than doing everything right and still struggling to shed those stubborn pounds.
What you may not know is that some choices, even ones some “gurus” may call “healthy,” may be subtly sabotaging your success.
Eliminating some of those sneaky mistakes may be the answer to finally reaching your weight loss goals.
Here, are 6 mistakes you need to stop making when trying to lose weight.

1. Choosing the Low or Reduced-Fat Option

It seems so simple: less fat per serving means less fat for you.
However, beware, when processed food brands take out the fat, they tend to pack in the sugar instead—and sugar is the ultimate way to slow down your results.
Better to avoid the processed food section altogether, and go for fresh, whole foods, like baby carrots and hummus, to snack on instead.

2. Eating a lot of fruits

Although natural and packed with nutrients, fruit should be treated more like healthy candy than a staple when losing weight.
It contains high levels of fructose, which although natural, still qualifies as a sugar and can certainly be a reason the pounds aren’t coming off quickly.
If you’re serious about the weight-loss game, a smarter alternative to that piece of fruit is a serving of veggies.

3. Not drinking enough water

Water is a top-notch weight loss buddy for so many reasons: it aids in digestion, reduces appetite, and is sugar and calorie-free.
A common mistake when losing weight is to opt for juice, which is naturally sugary and can even spark your appetite. Even if it’s freshly squeezed, water is always the better option.
And to boot, drinking a glass of ice water burns eight calories!

4. Cutting down on cardio

Nothing against weight training here, but the reason you may not be seeing the results you want at the gym is lack of cardio in your workout.
Weights are great for building muscle, but without at least 15-30 minutes of cardio included to jumpstart fat burning, you may just be building that muscle underneath a layer of fat that’s not going anywhere.

5. Going too far with your cheat days

If a cheat meal is part of your weekly routine, it’s never a good idea to go too hard.
Why pack on extra calories you can live without? Every decision to skip that cheeseburger (or maybe just take off the bun) is a step closer to reaching your goal.

6.Try This Peculiar ‘Carb-Trick’ That Melts Up To 1 Pound Each Day

”All this by Flavor-Pairing?” I asked.
I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
She said, “It’s not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, ‘the weight loss doubling molecule’ which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.”
Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅








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Do you get hungry when you’re trying to lose weight? Many of us do. But smart eaters know that if you get enough fiber in your diet the hunger is more likely to go away. And healthy eaters also know that natural foods are a great source of fiber.
But dieters beware. Some high fiber foods are also high in fat and high in calories. If you want to curb your hunger and lose weight, use this list of natural foods for weight loss that are high in fiber but low in calories and low in fat. You’ll find all of them at your local grocery store and they are easy to carry with you for a quick, diet-friendly snack when you’re on the go.

1. Radishes

Radishes are a dieter’s friend because they are crunchy, packed with flavor and very low in calories. The fat-free veggie is also easy to store in the refrigerator and easy to pack when you need a snack on the go.
Radishes aren’t the highest fiber vegetable, but you get 2-3 grams of fiber for every 20 calories (about 9 radishes) that you consume. If you don’t like to eat radishes alone, chop them up and add them to your salad to give it a spicy pop of flavor. You can even cook radishes and eat them as a healthy side dish.​

2. Chickpeas

Chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, are one of the most versatile high-fiber foods. A half cup of the hearty bean provides about 140 calories and almost 6 grams of fiber.
If you love the nutty taste of chickpeas, you can eat them alone or as a side dish. But many cooks like to use them in recipes. I use them to make low-calorie hummus (without the tahini). You can also add garbanzo beans to soups and salads or make chickpea poppers as a snack.

3. Guava

Guava is a delicious tropical fruit that provides 45 calories and five grams of fiber per medium fruit. Guavas can be eaten raw but many people who are trying to lose weight use them to make a healthy smoothie.
To make a smoothie with guava, combine any part of the fruit (all of it is edible!) with berries or citrus fruit. Strawberries and pineapple pair well with guava. Add dairy like skim milk or yogurt if you want, but you don’t have to. You can even add spinach for a healthy dose of protein and even more fiber!

4. Pears

Got a sweet tooth? A pear will satisfy your craving and deliver a healthy dose of fiber. A small ripe pear only has 85 calories but provides 5 grams of fiber.
Some shoppers avoid pears because they are tricky to store. And if you end up throwing them in the trash, then the cost isn’t worth it. But if you pick and store pears properly they can actually keep for months.

5. Celery

Celery has a well-worn reputation as a diet staple. But there is a reason that smart dieters keep this veggie in the crisper. It’s cheap, it’s versatile, and it’s super low in calories. Celery is also a good source of dietary fiber.
A medium stalk of celery has just 6 calories and one gram of fiber. That doesn’t sound like a lot of fiber, but if you consider all of the ways you can use celery, those fiber grams can add up quickly.
Chop up celery and add it to a veggie omelet in the morning for breakfast. Pack two or three stalks to munch on at lunch. You can even make cream of celery soup for dinner. Use white beans (more fiber!) instead of heavy cream to cut the calories and keep the soup smooth.

6. Hearts of Palm

This crisp vegetable is new to many healthy eaters. At the grocery store, you’re more likely to find them in the canned vegetable aisle than in the produce department. Although if you can find and prepare the fresh variety, you’ll probably be able to decrease the sodium content and get a cleaner taste.
A full cup of hearts of palm has only 41 calories and provides 4 grams of fiber. Many people compare the taste to asparagus or artichokes so they are easy to chop up and add to salads. They can also be cooked with lemon as a side dish. To keep the calories in control, use chicken stock instead of butter when you cook them.

7. Frozen Berries

If you’re on a budget while you’re trying to lose weight, you might avoid the high-priced packages of fresh berries in the produce department. But you can still keep berries in your diet. Just buy them in the freezer aisle instead.
Frozen berries are a great source of fiber as well as other healthy nutrients. Frozen unsweetened blackberries, for example, have 97 calories per cup and 8 grams of fiber. Frozen raspberries contain just 64 calories and 8 grams of fiber.
So what’s the best way to eat frozen berries? Make a low calorie, high fiber smoothie! This Berry Orange Smoothie recipe is from The Shred Diet Cookbook.
  • 2 large oranges, peeled, chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 6 ice cubes
The recipe serves 2 and contains only 134 calories per serving and 8 grams of fiber.

8. White Beans

Smart cooks and savvy dieters keep white beans on hand in the kitchen. Of course, almost all beans are healthy sources of fiber, but I like white beans because they are more versatile.
A half-cup serving of white beans provides 150 calories and 6 grams of fiber. You also get almost 10 grams of protein in that serving of beans.
You can throw whole white beans into soups and salads, but you may wish to puree white beans and add them to your soup recipes. Most cream soup recipes (like the cream of celery soup mentioned earlier) have heavy cream or butter added to get the smooth texture. Skip the high-fat dairy products and use pureed white beans instead. It’s easy to do and delicious.

9. Rye Crackers with Veggies

Many smart eaters choose whole grain bread to increase their fiber intake. But did you know that you can get more fiber and fewer calories with crackers? It’s true, but you have to choose the right crackers.
A single slice of homemade or artisan whole grain bread provides about 130-150 calories, 2 grams of fat and 3 grams of fiber. But a single serving of Light Rye Crackers from Ry Krisp provides only 46 calories, 2 grams of fiber and zero fat.
For a fiber-rich lunch, grab 4 crackers (2 servings) to get 4 grams of fiber. Then layer on sliced red peppers (also a good source of dietary fiber) low-calorie hummus and herbs for a fiber-packed meal.

10. Peas

Frozen peas aren’t the fanciest vegetable, but they are packed with fiber; they’re cheap and they are super easy to store in the freezer and use in a pinch.
A single half-cup serving of peas provides 62 calories and 4.4 grams of fiber. You’ll also benefit from over 4 grams of protein when you eat a serving of peas.
Add peas to salads or other recipes, even when they aren’t on the ingredients list. Peas have a soft flavor that blends well with everything. And they’re tasty on their own!

11. Jicama

Have you heard of jicama? It’s popular in some parts of the country and hard to find in others. But this crunchy sweet root vegetable is worth finding if you’re trying to lose weight with fiber. One small raw jicama provides 140 calories, 3 grams of protein and a whopping 18 grams of fiber.
Not sure what to do with jicama? You can peel and slice the veggie and eat it just like you would eat a carrot. It also makes a great addition to spring and summer salads.

12. Spinach

Spinach is a diet superfood for many reasons. This leafy green vegetable is so versatile and packed with nutrition. A one-cup serving of cooked spinach provides 41 calories, 4.3 grams of fiber and 5.3 grams of protein. If you’re serious about losing weight, you should always keep a bag of spinach on hand.
So what’s the best way to eat spinach? Use spinach instead of iceberg lettuce on sandwiches and salads, or add them to your morning omelet. You can even make healthy spinach ice cream in a blender.

13. Acorn Squash

Many squash varieties provide fiber, but acorn squash is a favorite because it is easy to find in the produce section, it’s generally inexpensive and easy to prepare.
One half acorn squash provides 67 calories, 3.25 grams of fiber and even 1.75 grams of protein.
Acorn squash is great for dieters who love comfort food. This naturally, sweet warm food is a great replacement for other high starch foods like potatoes or pasta.
What the best way to prepare acorn squash? Many people love to roast it, but you can experiment by using acorn squash in soups, casseroles and even in baked goods.

14. Cauliflower

Looking for a cheap and easy way to add fiber to your diet? It doesn’t get any easier than cauliflower. A serving of this versatile vegetable provides 2.5 grams of fiber, 2 grams of protein and only 25 calories!
Because cauliflower has increased in popularity, you’ll find plenty of online recipes for new and interesting ways to use the vegetable. It’s still a great crunchy vegetable to eat raw, but you can also mashed cauliflower the same way you would mash potatoes. Some people even make pizza crust with cauliflower and it really tastes good.

15. Broccoli

Everyone knows that broccoli is good for weight loss, but do you know why? One cup provides 31 calories, 2.4 grams of fiber and 2.5 grams of protein. That means you can fill up on broccoli and still have room in your diet for a small portion-controlled treat.
If you don’t like the texture of broccoli, use it in a cream soup. You’ll get the flavor and nutrition of this healthy veggie without the texture that many dieters don’t like.

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I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.
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Even though I was skeptical, I’ve been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.
Well, it’s only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how “you can’t transform your body overnight”…
They’re right – it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.
Now it’s my girlfriends asking ME what I’M doing differently 💅





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