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Too much of a good thing may end up punching you in the gut. Many people have found that drinking beverages and eating foods made with artificial sweeteners have helped them to reduce calories, lose weight, and control blood sugar.

Recent research, however, suggests that artificial sweeteners like aspartame, saccharin, and sucralosemay end up altering our gut microbiome in ways that may negatively impact our health.

More than a dozen animal and human studies in recent years have looked at the health implications of consuming non-nutritive sweeteners. While not showing a definitive cause and effect, many of these studies suggest that artificial sweeteners may throw the gut microbiota out of balance, play a role in glucose intolerance, and even damage the intestinal lining, leading to leaky gut syndrome. To learn how to protect your gut, read This Eating Habit Can Significantly Improve Your Gut Health, Says New Study.

One of the most recent studies published in 2021 in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences demonstrated that three widely-used artificial sweeteners may make two types of gut bacteria harmful to the walls of the intestine.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

"Our study is the first to show that some of the sweeteners most commonly found in food and drinksaccharin, sucralose and aspartamecan make 'healthy' gut bacteria become pathogenic (disease-causing)," said the senior author of the study Dr. Havovi Chichger, a biomedical scientist at Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom.

The research found that artificial sweetenersin a concentration equivalent to two cans of diet sodacaused two harmful types of gut bacteria, E. coli and E. faecalis, to attach themselves to and damage the epithelial cells that line the walls of the intestine. E faecalis is known to cross the intestinal wall and enter the bloodstream where it can cause infections in lymph nodes and organs, according to Chichger.

"These (pathogenic changes which include greater formation of biofilms and increased adhesion) could lead to our own gut bacteria invading and causing damage to our intestine, which can be linked to infection, sepsis, and multiple-organ failure," Chichger said.

Despite this and other studies linking artificial sweeteners to potential health risks, the US Food & Drug Administration, after decades of study, has determined that all three sweeteners are safe for human consumption. To learn more read What Are Artificial Sweeteners? And Why They're in Your Food.

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From liquid-only detoxes to cabbage soup diets, there are plenty of tactics that promise to help you shed pounds fastand miraculously stay slim for life. But most too-good-to-be-true weight loss plans are ineffective at best, and in some cases, can have serious health consequences. Oh, and not to mention, many quick weight loss strategies can leave you feeling pretty miserable, too. (The term "hangry" had to come from somewhere, right?)

"If it took you months or even years to gain unwanted weight, you shouldn't expect to lose it overnight," says Caroline Cederquist, MD, a weight management doctor and founder of the meal delivery service bistroMD. "And if you do, it will most likely be water weight."

To help you stay on the straight and narrow toward true weight loss success and lasting results, we've sifted through the latest fads to uncover the unhealthiest ways to lose weight fast. Vow to never try any of them and shed those unwanted pounds with the help of these 15 Underrated Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work.

A juice-only diet might leave you feeling light and clean. Problem is, juices have almost zero protein. "So you'll lose water weight and muscle mass, but not fat," Cederquist says. And once you go back to solid food, those pounds will pile right back on. Whomp, whomp! Curious about all the other wonky things that can go down when you say no to solids? Then don't miss our special report, what happens to your body on a juice cleanse.

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Passing on breakfast, lunch, or dinner might be an easy way to drastically slash your calorie intake. But doing so will probably backfire. One recent animal study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry found that mice who ate just one meal daily wound up gorging on their foodand packing on unhealthy belly fat.

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Despite what some celebrities might say, there's no scientific evidence showing that a gluten-free diet will help you get lean. In fact, it might do the oppositeespecially if you rely on gluten-free packaged foods like breads or muffins. "Manufacturers add extra fat, salt, and sugar to make up for the missing flavor and texture of gluten. So these foods are often higher in calories," registered dietitian Jennifer McDaniel, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD, tells us.

For example, one slice of Ezekiel Sprouted Whole-Grain bread packs in four grams of protein, three grams of fiber, and zero sugar while one slice of Udi's Gluten Free White Sandwich Bread contains nearly as many calories in addition to zero fiber and half the amount of protein. Instead of going gluten-free, nix simple carbs like white bread and slim down with the help of better-for-you starches like quinoa, fruit, beans, or any of these carbs that will uncover your abs.

Some findings do show that vinegar promotes healthier blood sugar levels and feelings of satiety. But since drinking highly acidic liquids like vinegar can irritate the throat and stomach it shouldn't be something you do on the reg, Cederquist says, adding, "My recommendation is to use vinegar as a healthy alternative to salad dressings and to continue to eat a nutritionally balanced diet." If you don't have a go-to recipe, why not try these apple cider vinegar recipes and ideas!

Foregoing all forms of fatincluding healthy ones like olive oil and avocadowon't just leave your food bland at tasteless, it could make you sick, too. Not eating enough fat has been associated with hunger, dry skin, and extreme mental fatigue. Not to mention, low-fat diets are completely ineffective for weight loss, according to a recent analysis of 53 studies and nearly 70,000 participants published in The Lancet.

Sure, it might seem like swearing off carbs or sugar will be the answer to your weight problems but that's simply not the case. "Each food group contains vital nutrients that our bodies need to function," Cederquist says. Plus, you could find yourself with massive cravings for the foods you cut out. "It's all about balance," Cederquist adds.

If you prefer ice water over H2O that's room temperature, that's totally fine. But if you're only adding ice cubes to your glass to lose weight, your efforts aren't likely to pay off. You may have heard that drinking colder water forces your body to work harder (and subsequently burn calories) to bring the water up to your body's internal temperatureand that's 100 percent true. But the process only burns eight calories, say experts at The University of Washington. And sorry to say, when it comes to losing weight, eight measly calories just isn't very meaningful. These ways to cut calories, however, can help you slash enough calories from your diet to actually notice a difference over time.

Laxative teas might leave you feeling, er, a little lighter. But they don't actually help you lose weightand they could be harmful. "Teas that cause an increase in bowel function are not helping you lose fat," Cederquist says. "Rather, you are losing fluid, and can have [health] issues [as a result of] disrupting electrolyte levels." If you like the idea of sipping tea to slim down, add some of these gentleand safeweight loss teas to your diet instead.

There's a reason gimmicks like the Grapefruit Diet or Cabbage Soup Diet never really caught on. "They're crash diets in disguise," McDaniel says. "They might lead to short-term weight loss, but long-term, it's a guarantee for weight gain and an unhealthy relationship with food." Plus, eating only one thing makes it impossible to meet your nutritional needs and increases your odds of deficiencies.

Going from sugary, high-calorie soda to diet pop may seem like it would help you drop poundsbut don't be fooled. Diet beverages come with their own set of health risks. One long-term study published in The Journal of The American Geriatrics Society found that subjects who consumed artificial sweeteners (in diet soda and in other drinks, like coffee or tea) gained more weight and belly fat compared to subjects who skipped the stuffeven without increasing their calorie intake. Yikes! While we aren't fans of soda, you'd be better off cutting back on the amount of regular cola that you drink and slowly weaning yourself off of it over time.

Having a high-quality protein shake for breakfast or lunch can help you control your calories and lose weight. But only if your other meals consist of real foods like lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats, Cederquist says. If the only things you consume all day are shakes, that's a recipe for deprivation. And when you do go back to solid food, the weight will pile back on.

More exercise means more calories burned. But upping your activity level will likely make you hungrier and drive you to eat more, suggests one PLoS One study. And piling extra food on your plateeven healthy stuffcan easily erase that hard work you put in at the gym. Cut yourself off after an hour or two to ensure you're able to control your hunger.

Cutting all your carbs in favor of meat, meat, and more meat might help you lose water weight in the short-term. But in the long-term, these kinds of diets aren't actually any more effective at helping you drop pounds, says McDaniel. And after a while, you might start to really miss the occasional piece of bread. "That can leave you feeling deprived, which usually sets off a binge and restrict cycle that leaves you heavier than when you started," she explains. To discover even more not-so-great things that happen when you overdo it on chicken, eggs, and beef, read up on what happens when you eat too much protein.

You might've heard that exercising when you're hungry prompts your body to burn more fat. But a review article published in Strength and Conditioning Journal concluded that the opposite is true. When you hit the gym without fueling up, you're more likely to end up losing muscle. And that's bad news since muscle tissue burns more calories at rest than fat tissue.

Some research suggests that the fatty acids in coconut oil could give your metabolism a small boost. But "there's no evidence showing that it actually leads to weight loss," says McDaniel. Plus, like other fats, a tablespoon of coconut oil contains 120 caloriesso it's easy to overdo it. Enjoy it if you like the flavor, but do so in moderationand don't expect that it will help you shed pounds, she says.

We repeat, dietary fats do not make you fat. In fact, foods rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fats, such as walnuts, chia seeds, and wild salmon play an important role in weight loss: They help keep you satiated, can lower your LDL levels, and lower blood sugar. What's more, a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found that when fish oil and exercise were combined, participants lost more fat and improved fitness and body composition than those who just exercised.

"The first step to losing weight is realizing that it is going to require a lifelong change, rather than a quick fix," Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD, NYC-based dietitian explains to us in our article about the biggest diet mistakes. "That's a big shift in mindset, but once you start thinking this way, it will help you in the long run. If losing weight was as easy as popping a pill or cutting out one food group, then no one would be overweight!"

Did you vow not to open the fridge door after 6 p.m. or cut out all sugary foods? Lauren Manganiello, MS, RD, CDN; registered dietitian and personal trainer in NYC warns us. that being too restrictive with our eating habits can cause us to break these "rules" and overindulge, as a result. Instead of focusing on food rules, Manganiello suggests focusing on being more mindful of your eating habits. "Focus on including more healthier foods in your everyday life. And don't throw in the towel on your healthy eating habits when you indulge. Instead, enjoy it and choose a healthier option for your next meal. Eating healthy isn't an 'all-or-nothing' approach. It's a lifestyle."

Can you lose weight by not eating? Technically yes, but it's an unhealthy way to lose weight. Cutting calories may be the key to losing weight, but if you overdo it, your waistline won't budge. "When you're not eating enough calories, your metabolism can slow down, you don't have enough energy for workouts, and you're more likely to binge eat," Jim White, RD, ACSM and owner of Jim White Fitness tells us in common diet mistakes everyone makes. "We recommend nothing under a 1,200 calorie diet, especially for women."

Just because a processed snack deems it is "sugar-free" on its colorful label, doesn't mean you should choose it over, say, a piece of fruit. Many snacks devoid of sugar are also jam-packed with artificial sweeteners, which have been linked to a plethora of ailments from digestive issues to cancer. Skip the stuff altogether and opt for natural, whole foods as often as possible.

Refined carbohydrates such as desserts, sugar, white pasta, and white bread can increase your blood sugar levels and lead to weight gain, but fiber-rich complex carbs such as sweet potatoes and oatmeal can actually help you lose weight. Instead of helping you reach your goals faster, skimping on these slimming foods will likely deplete your energy levels, leaving you hangry and more apt to skip your workout.

"The body does an amazing job all on its own and does not need silly supplement detox programs to cleanse it," Jennifer Neily, MS, RDN, LD, FAND divulges. "It's absurd; there aren't caked-on toxins hanging around your colon needing to be removed. Want to 'detox?' Purge your diet of manufactured food-like substances and eat fruits and veggies, whole grains, and lean protein!"

Yogurt is a wonderful snack for weight loss, as it's brimming with waist-whittling fats and digestion-improving probiotics, but treating yourself to the wrong tub can potentially slow down your progress. Many brands contain added sugars in the form of "fruit on the bottom" or sweet toppings, which can crank up the sugar count to upwards of 20 grams. Try to choose a yogurt that has under 10 grams of sugar per serving, or better yet, go plain!

As we previously mentioned, juices aren't as miraculous as they're touted to be. Because juicers don't make use of the fruit pulp and skin, your liquid ends up being void of satiating fiber. A quick fix? Zap your produce in the blender, instead. These smoothie recipes for weight loss use the entire fruit, skin and all, so that you get the most nutrient bang for your buck.

"Real weight loss takes time. Oftentimes, if we don't see progress in the first week or two, we get discouraged and quit. Set one long-term goal as well as smaller, short-term goals. Use the short-term goals as stepping stones to your long-term goal. And celebrate your short-term goals along the way. Looking back at your success and seeing progress is one of the biggest motivators for long-term success," Manganiello explains.

Sorry, going for seconds of salmon, guacamole, and quinoa can actually sabotage your weight loss goals. While these foods are packed with satiating protein, fats, and fiber, they're also calorie-denseso practicing moderation when munching is essential to trimming your waistline.

This popular fad diet involves supplementing a mostly-vegetarian lifestyle with an occasional fish- or meat-centered meal. "A lot of people who eat vegetarian or flexitarian tend to eat more grains, processed carbs, and sugar because there are no strict guidelines on unprocessed foods and vegetarianism. Incorporating eggs, yogurt, and fish every now and then is super beneficial for their omega-3s, probiotics, iron, biotin, and essential amino acids that plant proteins may not have," Maria A. Bella, MS, RD, CDN explains.

If you're already vegan and want to kick it up a notch, know that this isn't the best diet for maintainable weight loss. In addition to avoiding animal products or by-products, the raw vegan diet involves abstaining from eating foods that have been heated above 104 F. The premise behind it is that you maintain the nutritional integrity of the foods you're consuming. However, certain foodssuch as carrots, tomatoes, and spinachbenefit from cooking, as the heat helps extract nutrients.

Just like juicing, souping requires you to stay away from solids and drink your meals in their pulverized form. Although soups tend to pack in more fiber and protein than juices do, these brews are usually high in blood-pressure-spiking sodium. Another downside: This diet is far from maintainable in the long run. After all, how long do you think you can last without chewing your food?

Craving a break from your diet? Science says you'll lose more fat if you indulge in that cheeseburger and fries. According to a study published in the International Journal of Obesity, dieters who took a two-week break from their low-calorie meal plan lost more weight than those who dieted consistently.

Forgetting to pack lunch or to keep healthy snacks at your desk can make or break your progress. Waiting until you're ravenous to choose your next meal can leave you four guilt-ridden bites into a caloric burrito. Try prepping the week's meals on Sunday and packing them in air-tight containers until you're ready to grab and go.

Thinking about how you'll lose weight and maintain your new body by trying to outrun a bad diet? It simply won't work! "Eating a well-balanced diet while decreasing [calories] by 500750 will promote weight loss Exercise at moderate to high-intensity levels three to five per week for 30-60 minutes," White says. "[You] have to put in the work to see the results."

You know what one of the Side Effects of Eating Too Much Avocado, According to Science is? Weight gain. Avocados are high in fat, thus, they are calorically dense. Did you know that the recommended serving size for an avocado is just one-fifth of the fruit? If you ate the whole thing, you'd consume over 320 caloriesthat's more calories than what is in some entire frozen dinners! Don't get us wrong, avocados are healthy. But just make sure that, like everything else, you're eating them in moderation. Remember: weight loss is a calories game.

Those pricey diet pills celebrities endorse on social media aren't going to trim your waistline as much as they'll target your wallet. In fact, the FDA warns that many of these OTC supplements may contain harmful ingredients or compounds that haven't been tested in human trials. Avoid the gimmicks and stick to choosing whole foods for long-term weight loss.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

The ever-popular Military Diet claims you can lose up to 10 pounds in three days by eating strict meals such as a cup of cottage cheese with a hard-boiled egg and 5 saltine crackers. The issue? Besides being clearly unsustainable, this diet seriously lacks lean protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats.

The fact that Beyonce tried it shouldn't encourage you to stock up on lemons, maple syrup, and cayenne. "You will lose weight on this diet but it will be water weight, lean muscle tissue, and possibly bone, too," says Janine Whiteson, MS, author, and nutritionist. "You will regain it immediately once you start eating a regular diet again. It's not a long-term solution to losing weight and keeping it off. Also, there is no proof that it actually detoxifies your body; that's what your liver does!"

While calorie counting is an effective way to lose weight, there is a downside. Without proper research or guidance, you may think that all calories are equal. And while a calorie is a calorie, eating 1,500 calories of potato chips, cookies, and soda won't fill you up like 1,500 calories of fruits, veggies, and lean protein would. If you're counting your calories, fill up on protein, fiber, and healthy fats and leave some room for a small indulgence with health benefits such as dark chocolate, frozen fruit, or coconut chips.

Hitting the treadmill may help you track the calories you've lost, but the weight rack is significantly more efficient. "Lifting heavy weights is the best way to increase your metabolism, sustain long-term muscle growth and stay lean. If you're doing more than ten reps with ease, your weight probably isn't heavy enough, so vary your reps and consistently increase the amount you're lifting," says Dustin Hassard, NCSF, Head Coach at Modern Athletics.

Ordering the salad over a sandwich seems like the healthier choicebut not always. Some salads (like these The 17 Worst Restaurant Salads in America) can actually be worse than your average cheeseburger. If you're tossing together a bowl of greens at home, make sure to skip the garlic croutons and ranch dressing and opt for less-starchy toppings and just a small handful of nuts or a fourth of an avocado for flavor.

While you should always replenish your body with lean protein and healthy carbs to help build and repair muscles post-workout, allowing yourself to indulge in a food free-for-all won't help you reach your goals. Many believe that if they spend an extra hour at the gym, they can add a side of fries to that burger post-sweat sesh. But usually, people overestimate the number of calories they burned during their workout and underestimate the calories in their meal. Remember, you still need a calorie deficit to lose weight.

You might've heard that snacking in between meals can boost your metabolism. However, inserting your hand into that Ziploc bag one too many times can result in a few extra inches on your waistline. To avoid a snacking faux pas, practice portion control by always measuring out serving sizes in advance and avoid eating straight from that giant bag of bean crisps you bought at Costco.

We're commending you for sticking to a consistent workout regimen, but when you choose a kickboxing class over an extra hour of sleep too often, you may be undoing those hard-earned weight loss wins. A study in the European Society of Endocrinology found that "metabolically healthy, sleep-deprived human subjects prefer larger food portions, seek more calories, exhibit signs of increased food-related impulsivity, experience more pleasure from food, and expend less energy."

Don't fret: You won't gain weight from eating fruits (in moderation, of course). The natural dietary fiber in fruits helps balance your blood sugar, making grapefruits, strawberries, and cherries sweet choices for slimming down.

Although the egg yolk contains more calories than the egg white, the yellow orb also packs in 43 percent of the egg's total protein as well as metabolism-stoking nutrients, including fat-soluble vitamins, essential fatty acids andmost significantlycholine, a powerful compound that attacks the gene mechanism that triggers your body to store fat around your liver.

When it comes to happy hour, red wine may be your best bet. Unfortunately, just like with other alcohol, it's relatively easy to go overboard and pour with a heavy hand, racking up calories quickly. Make sure you stick to the recommended five-ounce serving to reap the antioxidant benefits without widening your waistline.

While a wrap may be thinner than a fluffy slice of bread, leading you to believe it clocks in at fewer calories, many tortillas pack in more fat and calories than two slices of bread in order to achieve that doughy texture. If you're not a fan of bread, try wrapping your sandwich fixings in a lettuce leaf instead.

Forking into a slice of cheesecake or a fudge brownie every day will surely stall your slim-down progress, but giving up desserts altogether isn't your best bet, either. In fact, it might even help your weight-loss efforts to indulge in a cheat meal. Instead of foregoing your favorite treats, try testing out healthier modifications. For example, you can substitute white flour for protein- and fiber-rich pulse flour or swap chocolate chips for carob chips when baking at home.

Almond milk is essentially glorified water: It contains virtually no fiber and just one gram of protein, but upwards of 5 grams of sugar if you opt for the sweetened version. So if you're adding it to your morning cup of Joe, you're actually better off taking it black. When looking to lighten up your java, choose dairy milk; the fats will aid in satiety.

Butter gets a bad rap for being high in saturated fats, but the salty spread has actually been linked to weight loss thanks to the natural concentration of tummy-toning CLA. On the other hand, margarine is made with partially-hydrogenated fats, which potentially pack in heart-disease-inducing man-made trans fats.

Kudos for filling your fridge with broccoli florets, bags of spinach, and berries. But if you want to ditch the spare tire, try stocking your freezer with produce, too. When frozen fruits and veggies are picked at their peak ripeness, they pack in the most nutrients. Flash-freezing them at this time ensures that when you toss them into your blender or stir-fry them as a dinner side, you're getting the most bang for your buck. Once you have some frozen veggies and fruit, here are 17 Surprisingly Delicious Things to Do with Frozen Produce.

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To help your cat lose weight, start by bringing your kitty to the vet to make sure there aren't any underlying health issues contributing to the weight gain. Next, switch your cat over to a high-quality canned food, since wet food has fewer calories than dry food and you can control the portions more easily. Then, help your cat exercise by providing toys, scratchers, and climbing posts for it to play with. It also helps to spend 30 minutes each day playing with your kitty! For tips on monitoring your cat's weight, read on!

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You may notice as you get older, the pounds pack on more easily. And that's caused by a few reasons, explains registered dietitian Jonathan Valdez, RDN, owner of Genki Nutrition and a spokesperson for the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

For starters, your muscle mass decreases. Around age 50, our muscle mass decreases by about 10%. The importance of muscle tissue is that it is metabolically active and has the ability to burn more calories than fat, he notes.

Next, your metabolism may slow. With each decade, our resting metabolic rate decreases by 2%, which affects the body's ability to burn many calories, he says.

Lastly, your body experiences hormone changes as you age. Testosterone and estrogen levels decline with age, causing the body to store fat, and making it more difficult to lose weight. According to Valdez, lower estrogen can cause women to store fat around the abdomen, which can cause insulin resistance and promote weight gain.For men, decreased testosterone leads to decreased muscle mass and a slower metabolism. This prevents men from burning calories and losing weight.

If you're looking to start an attempt to lose weight, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start, and with all the changes you'll need to make. But you can keep things simple with these seven effortless ways to lose weight as you age. Read on, and for more on how to eat healthy, don't miss Eating Habits to Lose Abdominal Fat As You Age, Say Dietitians.

"Eating more soluble and insoluble fiber can keep you feeling satiated and prevent you from feeling hungry," says Valdez. "This can prevent you from consuming high calories and putting on unwanted pounds. Aim for at least 28 grams of fiber per day."

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"Be clear on what your goals aredo you want to simply lose weight? Improve a specific quality of life factor? What are you looking for?" says Colleen Tewksbury, PhD, MPH, RDN, CSOWM, LDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "Then, determine what steps you can take to work towards those goals and start tracking them."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that participants who kept daily food records lost twice as much weight as those who didn't.

"A study showed that bumping up the protein intake increases satiety, decreased overall food intake, and preserves muscles," says Valdez. "Try aiming for 25-30 grams of protein at each meal. Depending on your workout intensity, you may need 1.2 grams to 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of weight."

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"Weight management is an entire field of care with specialists. Building a team of support is important to work towards long-term weight goals," says Tewksbury. "This can include working with your primary care provider, registered dietitians, behavioral health providers, and others."

Green tea has been studied for its weight loss benefits thanks to its antioxidant EGCG that targets fat cells, so make yourself a cup the next time you need a warm drink. One study published in the Canadian Pharmacists Journal found that people who drank green tea lost on average 0.2 to 3.5 kilograms more than those in the control group who didn't drink green tea over 12 weeks.

Eating breakfast, and a big one at that, may help you lose more weight. A 2020 study found that participants who ate a high-calorie breakfast (69% of their daily caloric intake) compared to those who ate a low-calorie breakfast (those who ate 11% of their daily caloric intake) burned nearly twice as many calories throughout the day.

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Okay, okaythis may require some effort. But it will definitely pay off.

"Studies show that aerobic exercise leads to significant weight loss in men and women," says Valdez. "Aerobic exercise includes running, walking, or swimming. With weight training, which can help preserve muscle mass and boost your metabolism, you should exercise for at least 150 minutes per week."

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I remember standing in the shower, in sixth grade, feeling disgusted by my body grabbing a handful of my floppy belly and saying to myself, This is not who I really am. I was reciting, unconsciously, the cultural script. And so, at 12, I summoned my willpower and started jogging. By the end of middle school, I was fairly slim. By high school, I was a decent athlete. In retrospect, I think what really slimmed me down were hormones and growth spurts. But that achievement became a pillar of my teenage identity, a story I loved to tell about myself: I had been a fat kid, a kid living under a genetic curse but then, through the miracle of willpower and self-discipline, I overcame.

Or did I actually overcome? What diet stories tend to leave out is that, in the wake of restriction, people almost always gain the weight back. The story of a life is much longer than the story of a diet. Over the decades, my weight has fluctuated widely as I have pinged between poles of excess and restriction, appetite and control, abstinence and snacking. Or, as my grandfather might put it, flavor and nutrition.

I have an alter ego that my wife calls, with affectionate amazement, Fat Sam. She first met him on our honeymoon. We had been driving all day, rolling through the high desert near Santa Fe, watching huge thunderstorms flickering over black mesas, trying to get to where we were going and when we finally did, in the middle of the night, famished and exhausted, the only open restaurant was Dennys. And the only thing on my mind was merging, body and soul, with the first cheeseburger that passed by.

The moment my meal arrived, the universe seemed to crack in half, like an eggshell in the hands of a line cook and a brand-new character crawled out: Fat Sam. Fat Sam attacked the food in front of him with wild urgency. As I ate, my wife kept trying to say something, to start a conversation, but I would be in the middle of chewing, or near the end of chewing, or just at the beginning of chewing, and I would hold up one finger as if to say, Yes, hang on, just a second, I have an answer for you but then in the moment of swallowing, when my mouth was briefly clear, when I could have spoken, I would immediately shove the cheeseburger back into my mouth and take another bite. I was in a kind of trance. I was like a horn player doing circular breathing. At one point the waitress came over and said, How is everything? and with my mouth absolutely overflowing, sounding like a drunken man, moaning with almost sexual ecstasy, I shouted, Oh, its REALLY REALLY good! and everyone in the room realized at the same time that she had not even been talking to us but to the table behind us. Fat Sam didnt care. He just kept cramming the universe into his face.

The classic diet slogan that made such an impression on me as a chubby child Inside every fat person, there is a skinny person waiting to get out should, in my case, be reversed. No matter what my body happens to look like at any particular moment, Fat Sam lives inside me. I recognize now, in fact, that Fat Sam represents some of my best qualities: curiosity, cheerful appetite, a hunger for life, satisfaction in the moment. Fat Sams mission is to consume the world in giant gulps of joy. It doesnt even have to be food: It can be naps, or video games, or telling jokes at a party, or walking, or shooting free throws, or reading, or petting a dog. Whatever satisfies a need, whatever I am starving for. And in that transfer, in that passage from outside to inside, in that radical taking in, there is a validation of existence, a proof of being, that I refuse to reject. Fat Sam, in many ways, is precious and good. He is a funnel into which the universe pours, the pinch in the hourglass. He reminds me that all of life is, in a sense, appetite. Even restriction satisfies a hunger the hunger to restrict. When I chose to deny myself something, it is Fat Sam who is feeding, greedily, on that denial.

One of my favorite photos is a selfie I took 10 days after my father died. It holds a strange paradoxical energy: mourning and joy, comedy and sorrow, ending and continuing. I took it in the guest bathroom at my fathers house when, going through his old things, we discovered a treasure trove of vintage jogging shirts. My dad was an avid runner he moved to the jogging hotbed Eugene, Ore., during its golden age in the 1970s, when the local shoe company, Nike, was rising and the legend Steve Prefontaine was out running the streets with his famous mustache. My father had a mustache like Pres, and he ran those same streets. Year by year, he amassed a huge collection of T-shirts from Eugenes annual race, the Butte to Butte. Looking through them felt like time travel: wild colors, outdated designs, fonts morphing to keep up with the styles of various decades.

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If the treadmill is your absolute favorite piece of fitness equipment, you are in luck, because today we're delivering the best fat-burning workouts you can do on it. Whether you already have convenient access to one in your home, or you typically head to the gym to get your sweat sessions in, the treadmill is such an effective way to lose weight and get into serious shape. Walking at a brisk pace or running at an incline, for example, will torch more calories than if you were doing the same workout on a flat surface. Inclines will also help you sculpt lean muscle mass. What's not to love about all of that? We are Team Treadmill all the way.

Read on to learn more about why treadmills are so productive in helping you melt fat, in addition to a couple of fat-burning workouts you can do on it. And next, check out The 6 Best Exercises for Strong and Toned Arms in 2022, Trainer Says.

Let's talk cardio. In addition to eating a healthy diet and strength training, this form of exercise is crucial to incorporate into your fitness regimen. There are plenty of cardio exercises you can do, ranging from working out on the exercise bike or stairclimber, hiking, biking, and of course, making use of the treadmill.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

The treadmill is a great investment and a fantastic tool to torch fatespecially if you live in an area where you're not able to run outside, deal with moody weather, or simply want to have more control over your pace and incline.

When it comes to the types of cardio that are best for fat burning, you want to establish the perfect balance between a steady-state workout and an interval-based routine. Steady-state focuses more on aerobic endurance, which can be done more often, whereas intervals are more anaerobic-based. Interval training can be more difficult for your body to recover from, and it should really only be done a max of 2 to 3 times per week. Alternating between the two will give you the best of both worlds and help you not only improve your aerobic fitness, but also burn fat.

Below are aerobic and interval-style treadmill workouts you can add to your fitness routine to lose weight. Check them out, and gear up for the best fat-burning workouts you've ever experienced.

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For this workout, you're going to set your treadmill at the highest incline (usually 15 degrees), and set the speed at 3.0 to 3.5 mph. Walk at this pace and incline for 20 to 30 minutes, and watch your heart rate go up!

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Start this workout by standing with your legs outside of the belt and setting your treadmill on a 10% incline and the speed a little higher than your typical jog pace. Once the incline and speed are set, safely hop onto the treadmill, and sprint hard for 30 seconds. Once you've sprinted for 30 seconds, grab the handles on the side, and carefully jump back onto the stable non-moving part of the treadmill. Rest for 30 seconds, and then repeat this workout for 10 rounds.

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When you are in the limelight, you are supposed to be in your best shape. Just like all of us, celebs also go through fluctuations in their body weight. At the end of the day, we all strive to be the best version of ourselves. Today, we are going to talk about Rebel Wilsons incredible weight loss journey.

Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson is an Australian actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer. She was born on March 2, 1980, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She is best known for playing the role of Fat Amyin the musical comedyPitch Perfectfilm series (20122017). She even bagged theMTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performanceand aTeen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress for her performance as Amy.

To date, Wilson has starred in several comedy movies such as What to Expect When Youre Expecting,Struck by Lightning, Isnt It Romantic, How To Be Single, Fat Pizza, and Bachelorette.

In an interview with BBC, Rebel stated that she has always been confident in her skin but she had a few concerns about the health effects of being overweight. She said, I knew deep down inside that some of the emotional behaviors I was doing wasnt healthy. I did not need a tub of ice cream every night.

Wilson further added, That was me numbing my emotions using food, which wasnt the healthiest thing. She finally decided to make some changes in her lifestyle. In the past, she has also said how her polycystic ovary syndrome caused her to put on weight in her twenties.

During an appearance on an Australian radio show, the Hollywood star said: I theme my years, last year, and yeah that didnt work out. So I was determined that this year is the year is health and Im determined to succeed in this mission.

She also said, Its been going really good, its tough. Im not only working on the physical side but I am working on the emotional side.

The Pitch Perfect star Rebel Wilson declared the year 2020 as her Year of health on the social media platform Instagram. She even dropped her specific weight loss goals on the platform. We must say that Rebels weight loss journey is just commendable.

Okay so for me 2020 is going to be called The Year of Health so I put on the athleisure and went out for a walk, deliberately hydrating on the couch right now and trying to avoid the sugar and junk food which is going to be hard after the holidays Ive just had but Im going to do it! Whos with me in making some positive changes this year?, she captioned the post.

The actress began documenting her exercise sessions and she would often share clips of herself in the gym as well as on hikes on Instagram as she thought of sharing her journey with her fans all over the world.

Rebels trainer Jono Castano Acero stated that Rebel was undergoing grueling sessions but he admitted that she was keen to take on the new lifestyle and she worked hard for it.

The actress did different kinds of workouts, one time she posted a video of a stair challenge workout. She wrote, @jonocastanoacero just put me and @hugh_sheridan through an epic Opera House stair challenge workout! We did 30 laps! Also walked to and from the Opera House as a warm-up/ cool down (last week I could only do 25 laps sooo already improving) in the caption of the post.

Wilson followed a strict regime, and she worked out consistently. She would do squats using a medicine ball, battle ropes, and many other exercises. A few months later, another of her trainers, Gunnar Peterson told People magazine in October 2021, that Rebel got really serious about her workouts early on in the journey.

At that time, Gunnar told People, And when she went to do her last three projects, she was with me for a few months, and then shed be gone for a couple months, and I dont worry about her. She has locked in. Its the best.

He further added, Shes eating right. Shes recovering right. Shes managing her stress levels and shes staying up to date and shes staying up to speed with her training.

The speculations about Wilson using the Mayr Method to shed those extra kilos began swirling in the air at one point. Rebel debunked all those rumors spiraling around the Mayr method that revolves around a diet based on the Mayr Cure created by Dr. Franz Xaver Mayr, an Austrian physician, nearly 100 years ago.

Mayr thought that a large majority of people are poisoning their digestive systems with the foods they eat and how they eat them. So the goal of his method was to improve health through digestion.

Rebel took to her Instagram to clear the air and set the record straight once and for all. She said, This was NEVER my diet. Also have NEVER endorsed any diet pills or magic weight loss pills. Do NOT want anyone to get scammed.

In an interaction with People, the 42-year-old spilled the beans on her high-protein diet and she also disclosed that she used to consume nearly 3,000 calories every day before.

The Hustle actress said, Before I was probably eating 3,000 calories most days, and because they were normally carbs, I would still be hungry. So, Ive really changed to eating a high-protein diet, which is challenging because I didnt used to eat a lot of meat. I eat fish, salmon, and chicken breast.

Rebel also credited the coronavirus pandemic for helping her slow down and change her bad habits with the good ones. She said, I definitely think with the slow down, it did help. I think I was emotional eating, and overeating at times, because I wasnt loving myself enough either. And it does come down to that self-worth and self-love.

But Wilson did not deprive herself of food. She further added, Im 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. Well be like, Should we get In-N-Out burger? And Im like, Nothing is forbidden. I can go there, I just might eat half of what I used to eat before. You know? And Ill have a burger, and a few fries, and then you feel fine.

Wilson wrote, Thanks for all the love so far on my Year of Health journey when I was reaching for the candies last night after dinner I thought to myself hmmmmbetter not and had a bottle of water instead x 8kgs to go until I hit my goal hopefully I can do it by the end of the year x, in a post on Instagram.

During an interview on the Australian radio show The Morning Crew with Hughesy, The Australian native spilled the beans on her incredible weight loss journey and the impact of her journey on her mental health as well.

Rebel was asked by Ed and Erin how people looked at her differently post the brilliant transformation. She said, Sometimes being bigger, people didnt necessarily look twice at you. Now that Im in good shape, people offer to carry my groceries to the car and hold doors open for you.

At that time, Rebel also wrote, Hit my goal with one month to spare! Even though its not about a weight number, its about being healthy, I needed a tangible measurement to have as a goal and that was 75kgs on the social media platform Instagram.

A close source told Hollywood Life, Its all about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and continuing to push herself physically, because she loves how strong and healthy she feels. Even when shes having a bad day, shell force herself to put on her workout clothes and get out there.

Wilson told the star-studded audience at the BAFTAs 2022 that she had undergone quite a transformation over the last two years. She took over the stage of the awards and said, I might look a little different from the last time you guys saw me here.

The actress continued, That was two years ago and since then I have done quite a transformation. I hope JK Rowling still approves. She jokingly said, Everybody is asking me: Why did you lose weight? and I was like: Really it was to get the attention of Robert Pattinson.

The hard work of Rebel Wilson paid off as she managed to achieve her goal. We are so happy for Rebel and we think she did an amazing job and she prioritized her health in all aspects.

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Before delving too far into someones health journey, its important to get to know them and their daily routines and habits. Obviously, Chrissy Metz is a well-known and popular singer and actress in the United States. Shes a household name around the world.

Christine Michelle Metz is the full name of the woman who plays Christine on the show. On September 29, 1980, she was born. Her role as Kate Pearson in the American drama series This Is Us has made her an international star. She even won a Primetime Emmy and a Golden Globe for her role as a popular figure.

Throughout the program, she maintained the image of a hilarious, melancholy, and obese girl. Weve all come to know Chrissy as a chubby actress by now.

Infatuated with British journalist Martyn Eaden, Chrissy dated him for a while. On the 5th of January, 2008, they tied the knot in California. However, in 2013 they divorced due to a few issues in their relationship. She and her spouse were ultimately divorced in 2015 after he filed for divorce in 2014.

Chrissy Metzs year of fitness and recognition is set to begin in 2022. Since then, she has become an inspiration to those like us who are on a fitness journey and are looking for some real-world motivation.

Perhaps her story can serve as an inspiration and motivation for you to begin your own fitness journey. After reading about Chrissy Metzs weight loss struggle, Ive decided to take baby steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Fitness-wise, she has come a long way. Her weight loss story is quite inspiring. Its a great source of inspiration.

Every year, many of us resolve to start working out regularly and eating more healthfully in the new year. We all make resolutions to better ourselves, but how many of us actually follow through? As far as I can tell, most New Years resolutions never get done.

Chrissys weight reduction journey, on the other hand, serves as an inspiration for others who frequently contemplate and begin a weight loss journey, only to abandon it in the middle and never achieve their goals. A roller-coaster ride of emotions. Lets take a look at how she got started and how close she came to quitting, but she persevered and learned a lot from her experience.

A lot of people have noticed how open she is about her weight struggles. According to an interview with a Hollywood reporter conducted in 2017, she confessed to being overweight her entire childhood and recalls going to weight watchers at the age of 11. When asked about the awkwardness of attending a weight-loss meeting at such a young age, she said, I was the youngest person in the room.

Chrissys childhood trauma was revealed in a later interview. That she was abused as a child due to her weight was revealed in an interview. However, her stepfather, not some school bully, was the one who attacked her.

She said that she was traumatized by the beating she received from her stepfather on a number of occasions because of her weight.

Chrissy, on the other hand, was made stronger by the abuse she endured as a child and as an adult. She had a wonderful career and a wonderful life. Her connection with her father, on the other hand, improved as she became prosperous.

When Chrissy was asked about her relationship with her father in an interview with a major media outlet, she said that the media tends to overlook the fact that they are now close.

His behavior and assaults have been apologized for, thus she has forgiven him for the painful childhood memories they brought back. As a result, she has grown to admire him and see him as more of a father to her than even her own father.

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Before her big break in This Is Us, several people recommended she slim down in order to land a role in the fashion industry. She was arranging auditions for other actors and actresses on behalf of her agent.

It was clear to Chrissy that she was doing work she wasnt interested in doing while working for her agent. Rather than arranging auditions for others, she wanted to focus on her own work.

She was depressed as a result of all that was going on in her life. And then, on her 30th birthday, she experienced a panic attack. immediately, she was sent to the hospital Chrissys health was on her mind ever since that incident.

After a while, she began to take ownership of her own health and wellness. Chrissys priorities were shaken as a result of this tragedy. After her stay in the hospital, she began to give more thought to her well-being and how she was feeling.

A simple walk was all it took for her to begin her fitness journey. After the occurrence, she just stopped eating and exercising in an effort to avoid a repeat of the incident. A 20-minute stroll a day became her new goal. She began her weight loss journey by restricting her caloric intake to 2,000 calories per day for two weeks.

Weight loss 2000 calorie diet by Chrissy Metz might be referred to by that name. When Chrissy Metz decided to change her diet and lifestyle, she lost a remarkable 100 pounds in just five months.

A low-carb diet is the best way to reduce weight if youre simultaneously trying to become in shape. Each person has a unique diet plan that is tailored to their own needs. This low carbohydrate weight loss diet is tailored to the individuals unique body composition, height, and eating habits.

That means a nice eating plan for weight loss. Its time to take a look at your personal diet plan, complete with all of your favourite meals. You can use this link to design a personalized keto diet based on your weight, height, and dietary preferences. Customized low-carb diet regimens are available for those who want to lose weight.

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Diet and exercise were the first steps in the actresss weight loss journey. Walking was the first step she took toward establishing healthy routines. Chrissy made it a point to walk for at least 20 minutes every day. She reduced her intake of unhealthy foods to a minimum or quit eating them altogether. Chrissy began restricting her caloric intake to no more than 2000 calories per day after she regained control of her diet.

To begin, limit your intake of bad-for-you fare. Walking 20 minutes a day for 20 minutes every day is the third step in reducing your calorie consumption to 2000 calories. A few basic steps she began to take resulted in a dramatic improvement in her health.

Her physical and mental health improved as a result of these dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Chrissy was able to shed roughly 100 pounds in the first five months of following these simple healthy habits.

It all began with a panic attack for Chrissy, who began her weight loss journey. In 2010, she suffered a panic attack. She became more aware of her weight after the panic attack. In a 2017 interview, Chrissy revealed that she had an epiphany just before her birthday celebration.

The first thing I thought was, What the hell is this? Is there something wrong with me? After experiencing heart palpitations, she inquired, Whats going on? These were her exact comments as she was having a panic attack: It was really terrible truly, really, really scary.

She didnt even show up to the party; instead, she headed directly to the hospital. It was after a lengthy examination in the hospital that physicians concluded that her weight was to blame. Doctors have also cautioned her that she cant keep going on like this for long. Its past time for her to start paying attention to the way she lives and how she treats her body.

Chrissys illness had a profound effect on her life. Chrissys 100-pound weight loss journey began with this moment of realization.

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She has a roller coaster of a life. When she was little, she was a victim of abuse, and when she was older, she became famous and a star loved by everyone.

During this time, she was able to overcome her weight-related health difficulties. She has been an example to many people because she has overcome every challenge and hurdle in her life.

Chrissys life took a turn for the better after she lost weight. Fans and those who actually cared about Chrissys well-being showered her with praise and encouragement.

Friends and relatives were more supportive of her when she lost weight. They now assist her in a variety of ways. Chrissy had no idea how much attention and admiration she would receive from the public following her dramatic weight loss.

While auditioning for the role of Kate in THIS IS US, she had 81 cents in her bank. Only enough gas was left in her tank to get her to the audition location.

Kate, the character she played in the show, likewise had trouble keeping up with the action. She often mentions how she has a strong connection to and understanding of her on-screen alter ego, Kate.

Diet and exercise have been like scenes from a movie for Chrissy Metz. From someone who was broke and homeless to a well-known celebrity and an award-winning person. The journey Chrissy has been on from nothing to becoming an inspiration to thousands of people is impressive.

Her life, on the other hand, isnt a script from a movie. Her hard work and determination have paid off. It doesnt matter if Chrissy wants to be a successful actress or a healthy person; shes been the target of a lot of criticism and hate. But she never strayed from the right path. Despite her efforts, she was able to reach her goals.

The journey Chrissy has been on to lose 100 pounds has not been an easy one; she has had many highs and lows. Appreciation and inspiration can be found in this piece.

Before she began her weight loss adventure, she weighed 399 pounds or 181 kilograms. Shes now about 182 pounds heavy. Its incredible to see how much weight has been lost. its.

If you want to lose weight naturally and healthfully you have to stick with a 5-month weight loss plan. Rapid weight loss is not a sustainable approach. Losing weight should always be done in a healthy manner. Chrissy Metzs 100-pound weight loss is only possible due to her healthy weight decrease.

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"Young in age, old in soul" is how ELLE UK describes Sophie Turner in an interview for their June 2022 issue. And indeed, despite what her career and life milestones might indicate, Turner is only 26 years old. Her start on "Game of Thrones" came at the tender, often sensitive age of 15. "At 16, I felt like I was a fully-fledged adult," Turner tells the magazine. But even fully-fledged adults aren't impervious. Per theBBCsome studies suggest that increased stress and anxiety levels, along with feelings of loneliness and depression, may be associated with social media overuse. In fact, part of Turner's current relationship with social media (she's taken Instagram off her phone, and tries to "live real life") came from the negative body issues she developed during her GoT days; days when the mean comments about her weight or skin overshadowed positive ones about her acting and sent her into a shame spiral.

"I have noticed that social media makes me incredibly anxious, and it's something I try to distance myself from," Turner says. She credits therapy, distancing herself from Instagram, and supportive family and friends in the U.K. for her mental health improvements. Also, Turner makes it clear that regular check-ins are vital: "I still have days when I feel depressed or anxious," she says. But, "It's manageable now. I have the tools."

If you are struggling with an eating disorder, or know someone who is, help is available. Visit the National Eating Disorders Association website or contact NEDA's Live Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. You can also receive 24/7 Crisis Support via text (send NEDA to 741-741).

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