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When you think about dieting, you focus on eating foods that are healthy for you, eliminating all the junk foods. Those sweet treats, the savory snacks, and everything in betweenthey're no longer in your food options. Well, what if we told you that there are foods that have been given a negative reputation, but you can actually eat while trying to lose weight?

You read that correctly! There are popular foods that have been known to take a back seat when it comes to dieting. However, there are ways to get around eating them so it doesn't feel like you're missing out on these delicious foods. We spoke with Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, author of The Sports Nutrition Playbook to clarify what foods we can eat in our diet that we'd originally keep off our plates. Then, be sure to check out The Worst Guilty Pleasure Snacks.

"Most people hear burgers and think 'no way, not when I am trying to lose weight,' but the truth is YES, you can eat a burger," Goodson exclaims. "It's all about how you build your burger."

Goodson further suggests that the goal when eating a meal is to have a high fiber carbohydrate and protein to help get you full faster and stay full longer, and incorporate veggies. A burger can include all of this.

First, start with lean ground beef such as 90% lean, 10% fat (90/10), or 93/7. Then, add the meat to a whole grain bun with cheese. Use avocado instead of mayo, or another high-calorie sauce. Then, load up the burger with veggies like lettuce, tomato, onion, and even grilled mushrooms or caramelized onions.

"Pair that with a salad and you have a delicious 'guilty pleasure' that's nutrient-rich, calorie-conscious, and has 4 of the 4 food groups in it," says Goodson.

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This one almost seems too good to be true. But according to Goodson, pizza can fit into your eating pattern when you are trying to lose weight.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

"Try a whole-grain crust or even a cauliflower crust for lower calories and carbohydrates," Goodson says. "Skip the white sauces and use tomato sauce or even a brush of olive oil. Then add a lean protein like grilled or roasted chicken, mozzarella cheese, and load that bad boy up with veggies and fruit."

Some combination suggestions Goodson gives are arugula and figs with a balsamic glaze, roasted spinach, butternut squash, and pine nuts, or caramelized onions, peaches, and walnuts.

Not only are these pizzas there to help you get fiber and protein, but they help you feel satisfied and are low in saturated fat. Goodson also suggests pairing your pizza with a salad for the perfect meal.

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"Most people agree that baked goods and muffins don't make the weight loss eating plan, but there are actually some muffin recipes that are nutrient-rich and low-calorie," says Goodson. "Muffins made with oats or oat flour are a great place to start because they are higher in fiber."

Goodson further suggests adding nuts and fruit and trying to cut back on the sugar. You can do this by adding less sugar or swapping half of the sugar with an alternative cooking sweetener.

Another healthy alternative? Trying a muffin with veggies in it!

"There are some brands that do a fantastic job at getting extra nutrients into baked goods like Veggies Made Great," says Goodson. "The first ingredient of their muffins is a vegetable!"

"Many people think they have to eat egg whites if they are 'on a diet.' FALSE," Goodson says. "Eggs are one of the most nutrient-rich foods out there and by far one of the most satisfying."

According to Goodson, the protein and fat in eggs will help you stay full for hours. Eggs also provide nutrients like iron, vitamin B-12, choline, and others that are essential for health.

If you want to play around with the versatility of the eggs, Goodson suggests several options.

"Scramble them in the morning with veggies, eat hard-boiled eggs as a snack or slice them up on a salad. Whatever you do though, don't throw away the yolk! That's where most of the nutrients are!"

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Several years ago, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez made headlines for going on a no-sugar diet. Since then, posts about going on a no-sugar diet have randomly popped up on social media. And, given how much staying power this eating plan seems to have, its understandable to be at least a little curious about the no-sugar diet and what it involves.

While it seems obviouswhat is a no-sugar diet, exactly? Can you really have no sugar on a no-sugar diet? Are fruits OK or does everything sweet need to be weeded out? Nutritionists break it all down.

Its important to get this out there upfront: Theres no set definition for a no-sugar diet. There may be several variations depending on where you're getting your information from, says Scott Keatley, R.D., co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy.

Keatley notes that some no-sugar diets call for an elimination of all added sugar, sugar from fruit, as well as milk sugars. But, he points out, the most common variation is to get your added sugar intake down to zero. (Added sugar, in case youre not familiar with it, is sugar thats added to foods vs. naturally occurring in them.)

Sowhy are people doing this, again? There are a few different reasons. We have so much research that shows sugar is a pro-inflammatory food, and inflammation is a root cause of many different health conditions, says Jessica Cording, R.D., C.D.N., a dietitian and health coach, and author of The Little Book of Game-Changers. With that, some people cut out sugar from their diets to try to be healthier.

You could potentially reduce your risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and certain cancers, says Keri Gans, M.S., R.D., author of The Small Change Diet.

Other people cut out sugar to try to lose weight. Its not uncommon that people lose weight when they limit added sugar, Cording says. A lot of highly palatable processed and packaged foods tend to have added sugar, and cutting those out will limit some extra calories.

It depends on how extreme you take this. If you cut out all forms of sugar (including naturally-occurring sugars) and eliminate foods like fruits from your diet you are missing out on important nutrients your body needs to perform at its best, Gans says.

Plus, a no-sugar diet is also just hard to follow. Its a huge challenge to drop that added sugar number down to zero because, well, sugar tastes good and it can provide a hit of dopamine, Keatley says. So, by going off added sugar cold-turkey, you could find yourself feeling down more often and also frustrated by all of the reading you have to do on packaged or restaurant foods.

You can eat any whole food, Keatley says. He lists off fruits, vegetables, starches, legumes, nuts, meats, and more as go-to foods on this diet.

When you start dipping into foods that have been modified, that's when you need to inspect the food label, he says. Keatley recommends steering clear of products that contain any of the following:

Need a jumping-off menu to get you started? Gans offers this up as a sample day of eating on a no-added sugar diet:

A bowl of oatmeal made with cows milk or an unsweetened milk alternative, a tablespoon of natural peanut butter, and a small banana

A large mixed green salad topped with grilled chicken, avocado, and chickpeas, tossed in olive oil and vinegar

Cup of plain Greek yogurt with sliced strawberries

Broiled salmon with roasted Brussels sprouts and small baked potato topped with a little butter or sour cream

Keatley says this can be safe, provided you focus on added sugars and not all sugar-containing foods. Having all the forms of sugar in whole foodsnot drinksis a way to maintain your energy levels, appease your tastebuds, and meet your nutritional goals, he says.

Gans agrees. If presently your diet consists of large amount of added sugar and you are now limiting these foods, it would 100% be safe to do, she says. However, if you start to take this to extremes, it could definitely be unhealthy. Besides the limiting of important nutrients your body needs, any restrictive diet can cause have an emotional toll on its user that can affect their day to day living.

Overall, experts recommend just aiming to cut down on your added sugar intake vs. focusing on getting rid of all of it. Eliminate the idea of elimination, Keatley says. Dont try to get your added sugar down to zero but try to balance out grams of added sugar with grams of dietary fiber. This will lead to a more sustainable diet that has benefits outside of just reducing sugar intake.

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Actor David Harbour vowed to never lose weight for a role again.

If theres one thing season 4 of Stranger Things taught the actor who stars as Jim Hopper in the hit Netflix show its to not toy with his weight.

The latest season of the show sees Hopper imprisoned in a Soviet labor camp in the 1980s.

For his scenes, Harbour lost a whopping 80 pounds in eight months by intermittent fasting and taking up Pilates.

I was about 270 [then], and when we shot season four, I was around 190, he toldBritish GQ.

However, it seems as though it wasnt the best of experiences, admitting, I dont think Ill ever do that again.

The actor said he gained it all back for his upcoming film Violent Night, in which he plays Santa Claus.

But now, yeah, never again. The prosthetics are too good, Harbour added.

In September, Harbour said he discovered the ultimate weight-loss tip.

Its just not eating, he told Page Six with a laugh. Its amazing. You try to do all these different things, the protein and the this and that, and then you just stop eating and you lost weight.

Harbour joked that putting on weight is my favorite thing, adding, Im really good at it.

And when it came to his weight loss methods, the actor said, I think youll see, nutritionally, its not very good for me, mentally and nutritionally.

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It's safe to say we're in the age of the air fryer. For those who have a deep love of making fried foods toasted to perfection, but don't want the mess of oils and grease, an air fryer can really save the day.

The household countertop appliance uses high-speed fans that circulate hot air evenly to create a crisp exterior on foods, which is similar to the effect of deep-frying. This can result in a healthier method for adding a crunchy texture to your favorite eats. However, the benefits of using an air fryer also come with a few downsides that you may not have considered before.

Here are some of the surprising effectsboth positive and negativeyou can experience when cooking with an air fryer. And next, don't miss 22 Meals to Melt Belly Fat in 2022.

First, let's start with the obvious. Cooking with an air fryer can help make your meals healthier because you're not using any additional oils, which can add an excessive amount of fat. Fats contain more than double the calories (per gram) as carbohydrates and proteins, which isn't ideal if you're looking to prioritize a healthy lifestyle or lose weight.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Luckily, you can still enjoy flavorful, crispy foods with an air fryer and avoid the extra calories that come with frying. One hundred grams of traditionally battered and deep-fried chicken breast contain 13.2 grams of fat, but, cooking with an air fryer can significantly cut down that fat content by using 50 times less oil, Healthline reports. Therefore, you can cook food to a preferred texture and the final product will hold substantially less fat and calories.

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When you cook fish at high temperatures in an air fryer, you run the risk of inducing the formation of cholesterol oxidation products (COPs).

Studies have found that COPs are created because the cholesterol in fish breaks down during the cooking process. High cholesterol levels, as well as exposure to COPs, has been linked to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other diseases.

It's important to note that research shows this factor strictly applies to cooking fish products.

Unlike a hot oven or loaded stove, an air fryeralso known as a convection ovencontains its temperature and won't spike your energy bill.

If you're utilizing the oven often and/or for long periods of time, you're going to be using up a notable amount of natural gas and electricity. According to CNET calculations, air fryers cost only about 25 cents per hour of cooking compared to the 40 to 50 cents a gas or electric oven costs. On average, the energy efficiency is about 50%, and with the current status of inflation, this may be an important quality when deciding if an air fryer should have a special place in your home.

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No one should ever have to endure the consequences of food poisoning. Unfortunately, the reason this may happen when cooking with an air fryer is that most directions on the back of food packaging are meant for the temperature and abilities of a deep fryer.

A 2019 study in the Journal of Food Protection compared the levels of salmonella in frozen breaded chicken strips that were cooked in an air fryer, a deep fryer, a toaster oven, or a conventional oven. The researchers found that the air fryer and toaster oven didn't eliminate the bacteria as effectively as a deep fryer did.

It's not uncommon to use the air fryer for other foods outside the realm of fried chicken, french fries, or mozzarella sticks. Throwing vegetables in the air fryer can not only give them a more versatile texture and taste, it can also preserve certain nutrients that tend to be compromised during other cooking methods.

Due to the low-fat heating process of a convection oven, one study found that vitamin C, vitamin E, and polyphenols (micronutrients that naturally occur in plants) were retained in veggies (such as fresh potatoes) at a much higher rate compared to other cooking appliance alternatives (deep-frying and microwaving).

These results were attributed to a decrease in the use of oils and a lower risk of fat oxidationor the breakdown of fatty acids and deterioration of food. Using an air fryer can help protect the nutritional integrity of a home-cooked meal, plus, your ideal foods can remain crispy and tastefully potent with every bite.

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Tracy Connelly has been released from prison (Picture: Mirrorpix / ITV / PA)

Baby Ps mum, Tracy Connelly, has allegedly been told to change her appearance upon being freed from jail.

Connelly, 40, was jailed in 2009 for causing or allowing the death of her 17-month-old son Peter at their home in Tottenham, north London, on August 3 2007.

Yesterday, the Ministry of Justice confirmed her release from prison.

The Parole Board decided Connelly was suitable for release in March having previously rejected three bids in 2015, 2017 and 2019.

The board reached its decision after hearing that Connelly is now considered to be at low risk of committing a further offence and that probation officers and prison officials supported the plan.

She was previously released on licence in 2013, but recalled to prison in 2015 for breaching her parole conditions.

Now, it has emerged Connelly was told to change her appearance before being set free.

Insiders at Low Newton prison near Durham, where Connelly was being held, claim she was advised to lose weight and dye her hair to prevent herself from being recognised in public, The Mirror reports.

But a fellow inmate claimed she looked just the same but a bit fatter when she was released earlier this week.

A source told the newspaper: She just walks about singing and dancing. They were all fed up with it, even the prison officers.

She was taken out on the prison bus. She knew it was happening but nobody else did.

She got taken out into town and let out to do arts and crafts and other inmates were made to speak to her. If they refused theyd get into trouble too and get reprimanded and lose their privileges.

They didnt want to talk to her. They hated it.

Connelly will be subject to 20 licence conditions, including having to wear an electronic tag and disclose all her relationships.

She will also have her Internet use monitored and be forced to obey a curfew.

Her release from prison comes after failed attempts to prevent her from being freed.

Within hours of the Parol Board announcing its decision in March, deputy prime minister Dominic Raab attempted to block the move.

Tracey Connellys cruelty was pure evil, which is why I strongly opposed her release, he said.

The decision to let her out demonstrates why the Parole Board needs a fundamental overhaul, including a ministerial block, to protect the public and keep dangerous offenders off our streets.

Mr Raab asked the board, which is independent of the Government, to re-examine the decision under the so-called reconsideration mechanism.

However, his application was refused.

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Taking diet pills, exercising around the clock, engaging in restrictive eating habits and following trendy diets promising to speed up metabolism are just a few of the methods people use to drop weight fast. While a tempting concept, most experts maintain that rapid weight loss is neither healthy nor sustainable, and even somewhat deceiving.

There is a long and short answer to the question, How much weight can you lose in a week? Sure, if you stop eating altogether and amp up exercise, you can lose up to 30 pounds in a week. How much weight should you aim to lose in a week? The majority of expertsincluding the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionunanimously agree that an average of one to two pounds of weight per week is a healthy weight loss goal. In fact most of them, including Jenna Kilgore, MS, NASM CPT, FNS andNoom Coach, maintain that suddenly losing a lot of weight is less sustainable than slow and steady weight loss.

What happens when you lose weight too fast? Overall rapid weight loss may include side effects such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, constipation, hair loss, muscle loss and even gallstones, notes Keri Gans, RDN, a nutrition consultant and the author of The Small Change Diet.

Related: 13 Reasons Why You Arent Losing WeightPlus, Expert-Backed Tips on What to Do About It

Dr. Wajahat Mehal, MD, PhD, weight loss expert with Yale Medicine and director of the Weight Loss Program and professor at Yale School of Medicine, suggests looking at the big picture, focusing on how much weight you can lose overall versus how much weight you can lose in a week. Total weight loss with lifestyle intervention is generally 3-4% of starting weight, he explains.

There are a number of factors that contribute to weight loss, which may result in a more rapid or gradual weight loss. Weight loss is a complicated process, kind of like putting a puzzle together, adds Kilgore. In other words, you may be able to lose more or less than the average one to two pounds per week due to these variables.

Kilgore explains that someone who is starting off at a higher BMI is more likely to lose more weight in a week than someone with a lower one. Additionally, while science has concluded that muscle doesnt actually weigh more than fat (a pound of muscle weighs the same as a pound of fat) it is denser. This is why most health and fitness experts rely more on body composition measurements than simply the weight on the scale.

Water weight is more of a sign of quick weight loss than sustained weight loss, explains Gans. Since our body is made up of 60% water it is not uncommon to see weight fluctuations from one to five pounds in a given day. Bottom line: You shouldnt consider water weight loss true weight loss, because it will come back as soon as you hydrate.

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When attempting to lose weight, most people focus on calorie intake. While seriously restricting caloric intake will inevitably lead to rapid weight loss, experts suggest taking a more moderate and sustainable approach with your total number of calories consumed per day dependent on how many you burn. For example, a more active person who is regularly exercising needs more calories than someone who is sedentary. However, overall a 500 calorie deficit per day should lead to one pound per week of weight loss, maintains Gans.

A doctor or weight loss expert can help you determine a healthy deficit goal using bioimpedance analysis, or BIA, which uses factors such as your muscle mass and basal metabolic weight to figure out what your caloric deficit should be.

When it comes to sustainable weight loss and food, calories arent the only thing that matters. Nutrition is the most important aspect of a healthy weight, stresses Dr. Mehal. Without changing the home food environment it is very difficult to have significant weight loss.

In the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 20202025, the USDA explains that a healthy eating plan is not only one that stays within your daily calorie need but involves fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products, protein-rich food including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), soy products, nuts, and seeds, and is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars.

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Movement is essential in any wellness journey. Finding ways to move throughout the day, whether that be short bursts or longer, more intentional workouts, or both, can have a lot of benefits, says Kilgore. Exercise is very beneficial for health even without weight loss, reminds Dr. Mehal. Not only does it help burn calories, but promotes mental and physical health, releasing feel-good hormones. It can cause a boost of endorphins that can also domino into our other choices too, Kilgore adds.

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Sleep has a big impact on our overall health, Kilgore maintains. In fact, multiple studies, including one from July 2011 published in Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, link decreased quality and quantity of sleep to obesity.

When we dont get enough sleep, we may find ourselves hungrier and more often craving our comfort foods, she explains. We also tend to have lower energy, which can impact our daily movement, our motivation, etc. A good nights rest is paramount, especially when working on a weight loss goal.

While stress is normal, too much stress can wreak havoc, specifically on our hormones. A prolonged increase in cortisol is linked to abdominal fat storage, Kilgore explains. Not only can stress affect our hunger and fullness cues which can lead to overeating, it can also result in reaching for those comfort foods and ignoring portion sizes. Chronic stress often shows up as a plateau in progress, she says.

In order to maximize weight loss in the healthiest and most sustainable way possible, follow these expert-endorsed weight loss tips.

Fibrous foods are your friend when it comes to sustainable weight loss, says Gans. Fiber-rich carbs, such as 100% whole grains, fruits and veggies, take longer to digest in the body than refined carbs causing more satiety at mealtimes, she says.

Instead of ditching your favorite foods, Gans suggests modifying them. For example, dont stop eating pasta, and instead try to make it healthier. Swap your go-to huge bowl of fettuccine Alfredo, for a healthier dish with one-cup cooked pasta tossed with sauted spinach and grilled shrimp. Or, instead of eating a whole pizza topped with sausage and pepperoni, limit yourself to two slices with spinach and mushrooms, supplementing it with a large mixed green salad on the side. Want French fries with the burger? Go for it, but perhaps lose the bun, she advises.

Trying to eat healthy 100% of the time is unrealistic and unwarranted, says Gans. Instead, focus on a more realistic and smarter approach, such as making healthy choices 85% of the time, and allowing yourself to indulge in whatever you wish the remaining 15%. Dr. Mehal agrees that mindset is key. Most people have too high expectations and then feel as though they have failed, he states.

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Gans also suggests creating most of your meals with the plate method in mind, filling your dish up with one-half veggies, one-quarter carbohydrate, and the remaining one-quarter protein and a fat serving. By default, your portions will be more in check and the protein and fat will help fill you up, she says.

The more water you drink, the less you will eat, maintains Gans. Many times individuals confuse thirst for hunger. Simply try and stay hydrated by drinking more water and/or unsweetened, low-calorie beverages, she suggests.

Kilgore stresses the importance of staying connected to the whys instead of the hows. Remembering why losing weight or reaching our goals is important can go a long way, she says. Motivation can be fleeting and that is one of the biggest challenges we see. When a motivational low hits, it can be hard to power forward. Learning to navigate those ebbs and flows will be valuable in the long run.

Its so important to have a strong support system to reach your weight loss goals. The process can feel lonely at times, Kilgore explains. She suggests building up a support system of family members, friends, coaches, and anyone who can help provide motivation and accountability.

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Remember that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss and how much weight you can lose in a week. Everyones journey to weight loss is their own, notes Kilgore, who recommends keeping the focus on sustainability over speed. Consistency is a huge factor since this journey can take time and patience to put all of the puzzle pieces together, which can be really mentally trying. Of course, weight loss is not a linear process so pauses, ups, and downs are totally normal along the way! Its important to look for an overall downward trend.

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Not eating enough can also slow down weight loss

Losing weight takes a lot of effort and willpower. While on a weight loss journey we are exposed to all kinds of weight loss tips. It can be tough to figure out which suggestions are actually helpful. We often make mistakes that may be doing more harm than good.

In this article, we discuss some of the most common mistakes people make when trying to lose weight. These various factors may even cause weight gain if not rectified. Although exercising and staying in a calorie deficit can seem easy, one may be very prone to these mistakes.

10 Mistakes you are making that are slowing down your weight loss:

1. Stressing

One of the most neglected causes of weight gain is stress. Experiencing uncomfortable moods can affect your metabolism and may even cause you to overeat. Besides usual stress, trying to lose weight may also cause stress. Your relationship with yourself and your moods have a bigger impact on your weight than you may think.

2. Skipping meals

What times of the day we eat also has a huge impact on our weight. In order to achieve a calorie-deficit diet, one might resort to skipping meals. This can make your weight loss slow down significantly. It not only makes you overeat when you do eat but it also slows down your metabolism.

3. Cutting out fibre

Many weight-loss diets encourage you to cut out carbs'. Most foods rich in carbs are rich in fibre. Fibre may be advertised as useless but that is incorrect. It is extremely important for the healthy working of our digestive system. It also helps us feel fuller for longer. Go for healthy and less processed fibre-rich foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

4. Not eating enough protein

When trying to lose weight, we assume that a high-protein diet is only required if we are going to the gym. Although a protein-rich diet is necessary if going to the gym, it is also encouraged for all other kinds of weight loss journeys. Protein provides us with energy, boosts metabolism, betters our muscles' health, and so on.

5. Being inconsistent

Be it our diet or workout routine, inconsistency instantly affects our weight. Lack of proper routine can leave the body confused. It is important to follow a proper routine. Plan out your routine for the week in advance which may help you to stay motivated.

6. Not researching enough

Lack of proper research might drive you to make decisions that may be causing more harm to your body than good. Lack of proper guidance and research can cause health complications. It is ideal to seek reliable guidance when going on a weight loss journey.

7. Eating packed healthy' foods

As the awareness of eating healthy increases, so does the availability of ready-to-eat healthy foods. Healthy packed foods are low-calorie and diet-friendly. However, do make them ready-to-eat and storable, there are packed with various preservatives, sugar, sodium, and other components that might be unfit and unhealthy.

8. Not drinking enough water

Our body often confuses dehydration and hunger. The feeling of thirst is often confused with being hungry. This causes unnecessary eating. However, drinking ample water can help speed up your weight loss journey. Water boosts metabolism, energy levels, muscle health, blood flow, and many other factors.

9. Focusing on just exercising

One may equate extensive exercising to being enough to lose weight but that is incorrect. In order to loseweight, you must be mindful of your lifestyle, what you eat and how much you exercise. Over-exercising cannot excuse an unhealthy and high-calorie diet. Your body needs healthy food to lose weight and also gain enough energy to exercise.

10. Not sleeping enough

As discussed above, our lifestyle has a huge role to play in our weight loss journey. Lack of sleep can reduce your productivity and energy levels while working out. A poor sleep cycle can make it hard for you to stay motivated. You are encouraged to get at least 7-8 hours of undisturbed sleep daily.

In conclusion, eating less and exercising more is not as easy as you may think. Our bodies are extremely complicated and intricate and so are working on it. A lack of proper or reliable tips can make losing weight harder. It is important to do your research before going ahead with a suggestion. We also encourage you to speak to an expert so you are following the correct way to lose weight.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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Losing weight is often a daunting task, whether its five pounds or five stone, but studies have shown that sleeping more can make a huge difference in the process.

Various studies by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) have found correlations between sleeping for longer and keeping a regular schedule, which could make losing weight much simpler.

One theory among researchers is that a lack of sleep can negatively affect your bodys ability to regulate neurotransmitters, also called chemical messengers.

These transmitters signal the need to consume calories, which means your appetite could increase if you sleep less.

According to the NCBI, two of the key hormones transmitted are called ghrelin, which promotes hunger, and leptin, which contributes to feeling full.

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The body increases and decreases the levels of these hormones throughout the day, but when you havent slept enough, the body can become less able to regulate the hormones.

A study by the NCBI also suggests that people who are sleep deprived often choose to eat foods that are higher in calories and carbohydrates.

This is because sleep deprivation can decrease the activity in the areas of the brain that evaluate appetite.

Sleeping in a dark room and avoiding looking at your phone can help, as exposure to artificial light has been linked with increased weight gain.

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Lack of sleep alters something called a circadian rhythm, which is essentially the bodys 24-hour natural cycle. Not sleeping enough or at the right times can cause this rhythm to be disrupted and therefore your metabolism to be negatively affected.

Metabolism is the chemical process by which the body converts what we consume into energy and affects what we want to eat and drink.

Having an unregulated metabolism can alter when and how much you eat; it can affect the amount of energy you have, and can impair your bodys tolerance for glucose.

These can all contribute to weight gain, obesity and Type 2 diabetes.

Make sure you dont eat right before bed, as this could keep you awake, and studies have found that eating late can influence the success of weight loss.

Losing sleep means that you may not get as much out of your exercise, which is essential to maintaining good health and can also help with weight loss.

Productive exercise can also improve sleep quality, which then creates a good sleep cycle which, when maintained, will improve both exercise and sleep.

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The NHS recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week, or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity a week, but if you are tired, you may not be able to do this much.

If you struggle with a routine, try doing your exercise in the morning, or wake up earlier, as studies have shown that staying up late can lead to an increase in calorie intake.

A study of nearly 200,000 people by the NCBI found that participants who slept for a shorter amount of time were significantly more likely to be obese.

It also found that long sleep duration had no effect on future obesity.

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Another study found that sleep loss can change how your body uses energy, which can cause increased hunger.

It found that participants who slept an average 5.5 hours a night had a decreased proportion of weight lost as fat by 55% than their counterparts who slept for 8.5 hours per night.

Trying to enforce a regular sleep schedule can help with this as it will help to keep your metabolism stable.

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If you have done your research on weight loss, you must have come across the word 'metabolism'. It is a biochemical process that converts foods and drinks into energy, thus, preventing the accumulation of calories and fat in the body. Most of us are aware of ways to fire up our metabolism to achieve weight loss. But have you given it a thought that you might be doing something wrong that could be slowing down your metabolism? Our diet plays an important role in propelling our metabolic system and some wrong foods can do just the opposite!

If you want to lose weight healthily, check if you are consuming the following foods more than often. These foods are said to slow down metabolism and it is time you cast them aside.

All weight-loss diets recommend whole grains like wheat, oats and barley over refined grains and the reason is that refined grains are derived by breaking down whole grains and a large amount of fibre is lost. Fibre helps in the easy digestion of foods. A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition proved this with a study that compared the metabolism rate of two groups of people - one that consumed refined grains and the other that was on a diet of refined grains. It was observed that all the volunteers who ate whole grains lost close to an extra 100 calories per day due to a combination of increased resting metabolic rate and greater faecal losses. So, avoid refined grains in the form of:

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Reasearchers say that over consumption of white bread may lead to weight gain.Photo Credit: iStock

All soda-based beverages contain high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). The metabolism of fructose differs from that of glucose. A study published by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concludes that fructose does not stimulate insulin secretion, which leads to increased energy intake and weight gain. You must avoid:

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition states, "During frying, food is totally or partially immersed in oil that is heated above 180 degrees. In contact with hot frying oil, food loses water, absorbs oil, and exchanges lipids with the frying oil. Eating fried food in ad libitum conditions may result in the higher absolute intake of foods with high energy density and low satiety index. The relatively low satiety index of fats may be related to their low ability to stimulate insulin and leptin production." Leptin is a hormone in the body that indicates when the stomach is full.

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One should cut down their intake of fried and junk food to boost metabolism.Photo Credit: iStock

Refines oils like sunflower oils, mixed oil and soybean oil are high in Omega 6 fatty acids that may increase insulin resistance and leptin resistance. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition states that oils rich in Omega 3 fats like olive oil, canola oil and flaxseed oil are more resistant to oxidation but less resistant to insulin and leptin.

The best way to boost metabolism is to first make dietary changes by discarding foods that slow it down and including foods that boost it. Here are some ways you can boost your metabolism to lose weight effectively.

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For celebrities, staying out of the spotlight is fairly difficult. That's exactly why when a celebrity undergoes any sort of body transformation or weight loss, fans are the first to know.

Sometimes, seeing a celeb that we love change up their life by pursuing healthier habits can be motivating for pursuing our own health and weight loss goals.

To learn more about how certain celebrities have achieved their goals, we rounded up seven stars and their best advice for losing weight and keeping it off. Read on, and for more on how to eat healthy, don't miss Eating Habits to Lose Abdominal Fat As You Age, Say Dietitians.

Christina Aguilera says that she's always struggled with her body image and weight, but lately, she has found peace in the balance of living a healthier life.

"It's amazing what having some personal time can do, not only for the body but also for the mind and the spirit. She has been trying new types of foods and exploring new methods of exercise. Not for diet or weight, but more for her mind and well-being and overall sense of good health," a close source close to Aguilera tells People magazine.

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Tiffany Haddish lost 40 pounds, and for her, the journey was about eating healthier and having fun while doing it.

"I've been eating differently, eating way more vegetables, definitely eating directly out of my garden and just really putting in the work, making sure I sweat every single day and staying up on nutrition nutrition is everything," she tells People Magazine.

For Simon Cowell, the motivation for weight loss came from a doctor's recommendation to change his way of doing things. And from there, the celebrity decided to overhaul his eating habits completely.

According to The Sun, "He's cut out meat, dairy, wheat, sugar and will soon give up fish, too. The beer and cigarettes he so loves have been curtailed to 'occasional.'"

Rebel Wilson dedicated 2020 to her "Year of Health," and since then has made many long-lasting changes around what she eats and how she lives her life. One of the ways she does this is by pursuing a life of balance.

She tells People magazine, "I'm just trying to go for overall balance, overall healthy balance. I have this state of being, which is not my quote, but I go 'Nothing is forbidden.' We'll be like, 'Should we get In-N-Out burger?' And I'm like, 'Nothing is forbidden.' I can go there, I just might eat half of what I used to eat before. You know? And I'll have a burger, and a few fries, and then you feel fine."

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Adele is fairly hush-hush about her transformation over the past few years, but someone close to the singer shared a bit about her fitness routine withUS Weekly:

"She does 60-minute sessions that include cardio, circuit training, and Pilates. She's found a routine that's working for her and is enjoying it more."

Drew Barrymore has been public about pursuing health through food and fitness. On her Instagram, Barrymore gushed about her health and wellness teacher, how she has been her guidance, and that she couldn't have done it without her.

"We hope the people in the wellness world are actually healthy in their hearts and minds. It's not all about being terminators! It's about how to find yourself. How to be your best self. But we need guidance and we hope our teachers are smart and wise and sane! Marnie is one of the greats. Period. And if you're looking for a life change or to find your consistent tribe, she is where I found mine."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Jennifer Hudson has been very open with the public about her health. In an interview with SELF magazine, she shared that the key to her health was giving up the concept of "restriction."

"I had to break my diet mentality. I used to deprive myself, thinking that was healthy. I didn't eat pasta, fried food, or red meat. I hadn't had pizza in 10 years. If you're on a strict diet that says you shouldn't have any carbs or this or that, your body won't function the way it should. I know now that I can eat anything I want and still lose or maintain my weight. It's about portions and balance."

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