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EASTENDERS star Riley Carter Millington showed off his incredible weight loss - looking very different to when he starred in the show.

The actor who played Kyle Slater on thepopular BBC soap took to Twitter to display all of his hard work with a before-and-after snap which left fans shocked.

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He captioned the post: "Don't say you can't change. Because you can. It can take time but you will get there.

"I'm still on my journey but loving me more each day. #happy #Loveyourself #weightlosstransformation."

His 21.8k followers were amazed by how great he looks.

One replied: "What a journey so far! You look fantastic! X"

A second said: "What a transformation, you are such an inspiration. Keep up the hard work."

A third simply wrote: "Wow!"

The 25-year-old made history when he was the first transgender actor to play a trans character in a British soap five years ago.

Riley joined the Square in 2015 as Stacey Fowler's long-lost half brother and left for a job in France a year later.

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He then started his weight-loss journey with an extreme boot camp - where he lived off 400 calories a dayfor TLC's Celebrity Fat Fighters.

He was joined by Goggleboxs Sandi Bogle, Towies Diags, X Factor star Stevi Ritchie, former Brookside actress Jennifer Ellison, Big Brothers Lateysha Grace and comedian Danny Miles.

The celebrities were put through their paces by Russian taskmaster Galia Granger during the three part series.

Her strict fat-fighting method started with her breaking down her clients before pushing them to their limits saying to those who try and back out: Resistance is futile.

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Back in February the star shared that he wanted to gain muscle and definition with his body after shedding the pounds.

He captioned the post: "Muscle gain and definition is my next long term goal.

"Hard work ahead again but will definitely be worth it. If I can get from the left pic to right, then I can do the next"

Over the past eight weeks in lockdown, Riley has been keeping his fans updated with what he's been up to on social media.

Riley has also been keeping fit in his garden and videoing TikToks with his family and has written a poem about the current pandemic - "One This Is Over."

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GEMMA Collins was all smiles as she showed off her three stone weight loss after on/ off boyfriend James Argent revealed that she'd saved his life.

The 39-year-old star wowed her followers as she posed in a floral sundress from her clothing range, with her trim figure on display.

In the snap, Gemma is wearing a red patterned tea dress with frill detailing on the sleeves.

She has her long blonde loose and styled over one shoulder, and is beaming as she stares off into the distance.

The former Towie star has one hand on her hip, drawing attention to her slimmed-down waist after her success at shedding the pounds.

She managed to overhaul her image by ditching takeaways and focusing on cooking healthy meals from scratch.

The GC previously told fans: "Ive been concentrating solely on my health recently and feel so much better because I have had TIME!!!!! Yes TIME !!! to focus on it.

"No eating out and having to cook from scratch. I do have Saturdays off to have whatever I want however use the next 3 weeks wisely, keep a positive mindset try and stick to routine in the week I find it helps."

Last year, Gemma revealed she'd gradually lost over three stone and aimed to lose a further three to bring her down to a size 16.

She put the weight loss down to beginning training for Dancing on Ice combined with a healthier diet.

Last week, The Sun revealed that Arg had suffered two near-fatal overdoses at home due to a crippling cocaine addiction.

Both times, Gemma was the one to call emergency services who kicked his door down and saved his life - with Arg admitting that he fears what could have happened had she not been there to help.

The 32-year-old star also admitted that he "hated" his long-term partner at the height of his addiction, and that she struggled the most out of all of his loved ones.

He said in an emotional appearance on This Morning: "I really feel for Gemma because she has had to go through so much.

"When I was deep in my addiction I would hate her.

"I would say, 'why are you telling my family, why are you telling me friends, why are you tellig the bosses of the TV shows? You're going to ruin my career.'

"But she refused to cover up for me. She refused to lie for me, she would never cover up or enable to continue in my addiction.

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"At the time I hated her for that because I almost wanted to get away with it and do what I wanted.

"She gave me some tough love for sure. She was hard on me. Thank god she was because if it wasn't for Gemma calling the ambulances to my house, who knows what could have happened.

After a ten-week stint in rehab, Arg is now five months sober and has also lost five stone.

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Jessica Simpson at her book launch earlier this year. Pic credit: ImageCollect.com/zumapress

Jessica Simpsons trainer has revealed some of the secrets about how the star lost her weight and kept it down.

Harley Pasternak helped Simpson get slimmer after she gave birth to her third child, Birdie Mae, in March last year.

At the time she weighed 240-lbs, but after working together on a balanced and sustainable plan with Pasternak, she has now shed 100-lbs.

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Pasternaks comments came as Simpson posted a new photo on Instagram of her showing off her toned physique, and revealing how she had woken up before all three of her kids to get my steps in.

Pasternak, who has worked with Simpson for 12 years, told how the star lost weight after he got her to commit to a string of small lifestyle changes, which he developed in conjunction with her doctor.

He said the pair had their work cut out due to her 240-lb weight, and the fact it was Simpsons third baby. However, they made the focus of her weight-loss plan to work on things that she would be able to sustain longer than six months.

It had to be more than just getting back from her baby weight, but how do I keep whatever I am doing now forever, he said. Thats why we are not a big fan of doing any extreme diet or radical forms of exercise.

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The main exercise that led to her shedding the pounds was walking, with Simpsons weight-loss plan including 14,000 steps a day. However, she initially started with just 6,000 steps a day following the birth before increasing the number.

When it comes to her diet, Pasternak focused on looking at the foods that Simpson loves then creating healthier, lower calorie versions of the same things.

It centered around lean proteins and vegetables across three meals each day as well as two snacks, which would include things like almonds and parmesan green beans. She didnt get the luxury of having cheat days, as is involved in some other diets, but she was allowed to have the occasional meal where she could indulge in higher calorie foods.

This was another trick to make the whole process more sustainable, and something that Simpson could stick to in the long term. You dont have to have all of your indulges in one day, he said. It tends to be a little extreme if you do that.

To get her 14,000 steps in, Pasternak got Simpson to work the steps into her daily routine for example by building in daily walks with her family so they could spend time together while doing something healthy.

She would also make sure to walk on a treadmill in her home when she was doing mundane tasks like answering the phone or watching TV. Because walking is an easy thing to do, again it was something that was manageable over many months.

The other main of pillar of the weight-loss plan was making sure Simpson had enough sleep at least seven hours a night. So many people undervalue the importance of sleep in weightless and weight management, Pasternak said.

Once all the above were built into Simpsons routine, she gradually added to that with full-body workouts every second day.

We slowly ramped those up, says Pasternak. We started really easy and slowly increased them. We started with doing a full-body workout, one set of each exercise, not really doing too much intensity per body part and gradually increasing the volume and intensity. Focusing on a few muscle groups per day. Different muscles each day of the week.

Lastly, Simpson kept a record of everything she did each day how much exercise, and what she ate which she would send to Pasternak. The results are clear, he added: She is feeling like she did before she had kid. In control of everything and such a great attitude of not beating herself up if she doesnt eat perfectly everyday so its a very helpful perspective.

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Which one do you go for?

When you sit down for brunch, which packet of sweetener do you reach for to sprinkle in your coffee -- the pink, the blue, the yellow or the newer green one? Those packets contain saccharin, aspartame, sucralose and stevia, respectively. Sometimes, restaurants also stock brown packets (raw sugar) and, of course, white packets (table sugar, or sucrose).

If you love sweet foods and drinks but try to keep your sugar intake low, you've probably used one alternative sweetener or another. If you're of the mind that natural is always better, you may stick to regular table sugar, raw sugar or other natural sugars.

Read more:12 cookbooks with low-sugar recipes for diabetic, keto and paleo dieters

Whichever you currently prefer, you've probably wondered about the best way to satisfy your sweet tooth. In this guide to alternative sweeteners and sugar, I examine the available science on the pros and cons of sugar substitutes, and how they stack up to the real thing.

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Splenda is one of the best known artificial sweeteners. Its scientific name is sucralose.

Before diving into sugar versus sugar alternatives, it's helpful to know what alternative sweeteners actually are -- there are three types of alternative sweeteners, all with their own uses, benefits and drawbacks.

Artificial sweeteners are what most people typically think of when considering sugar alternatives: Splenda (sucralose), Sweet'N Low (saccharin), Equal (aspartame) and Sweet One (acesulfame K). Another, called Newtame, uses a less popular sweetener called neotame.

These sweeteners can be 200 to 700 times sweeter than table sugar (sucrose) and they have zero calories, which is why they're called non-nutritive sweeteners. The only exception is aspartame, which does have calories, but the amount is often considered negligible because you need very little aspartame to achieve an intensely sweet taste in foods and drinks.

Sugar alcohols are a type of carbohydrate that occurs naturally in plants, but they can also be man-made in labs. Most sugar alcohols are processed from sugars and starches through a chemical manufacturing process.

They do contain some calories, although not as many per gram as sugar. Some sugar alcohols you may have seen on food labels include sorbitol, erythritol, maltitol and xylitol: They're really common in sugar-free gum, protein bars, low-calorie ice cream and other processed foods, especially diet foods. You can also find some sugar alcohols in dental products, like toothpaste and mouthwash.

They're called sugar alcohols because their chemical structure resembles both sugar and alcohol, but despite the name, these low-calorie sweeteners don't contain ethanol, the type of alcohol that leads to intoxication.

Novel sweeteners include newer sugar alternatives that are difficult to place in the above two categories. The most recognizable example: stevia. Stevia, or rather stevia extract, is a popular plant-based sweetener with almost no calories. It doesn't have a chemical structure like artificial non-nutritive sweeteners, nor sugar alcohols -- so it hovers in novel sweetener limbo.

Other novel sweeteners include monk fruit extract (a zero-calorie sweetener that comes from a fruit native to China) and tagatose (an artificial sweetener that is actually less sweet than table sugar).

The Food and Drug Administration considers all of the above sugar alternatives as "high-intensity sweeteners," and they all come with several pros and cons.

Read more:How to eat less sugar without feeling deprived

Sugar alternatives have several benefits, such as that they promote good dental health.

Sugar alternatives may be one of the most scrutinized food additives around. Like any food additive, they must be approved for consumption in the US by the FDA. The FDA currently recognizes many sugar alternatives as safe, and research suggests that they can offer health benefits, especially when used for specific purposes, such as keeping diabetes under control.

If you're looking to curb your calorie intake but don't want to give up sweet foods and drinks, sugar substitutes can help: You get the taste you desire, but without the calories.

Recent research has reanalyzed this logic and suggests that alternative sweeteners may not always help with weight loss efforts (more about this under drawbacks on alternative sweeteners below), but for people who are cognizant of their overall food and drink consumption, low- or zero-calorie sweeteners can aid in weight loss.

If you are trying to lose weight, it's important that you don't inadvertently replace these calories elsewhere. Having a diet sweet tea instead of a regular sweet tea, for example, may lead you to eat more calories because you "saved" some by drinking the diet beverage.

Read more:8 ways eating too much sugar is bad for your health

Sugar substitutes can help people with diabetes satisfy cravings without causing spikes in blood sugar. Several studies show that non-nutritive sweeteners, particularly sucralose, do not mess with blood sugar or insulin.

A 2012 statement from the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association says that non-nutritive sweeteners can help people reduce their sugar intake and overall calorie intake when used with good judgment, although the benefits won't apply if you overcompensate and get too much sugar from other foods.

If one thing is for sure, sugar alternatives can help with dental health. Cavities form when bacteria in your mouth ferment sugar, which creates acid. The acid wears down your teeth, eventually breaking through the enamel and causing a cavity. Since sugar substitutes don't contain sugar, they can help prevent the tooth decay process.

Equal is another popular alternative sweetener. The original version uses aspartame, a non-nutritive sweetener that's been scrutinized for decades because of reported side effects, such as digestive symptoms. The science on aspartame and potential side effects is still conflicting.

Non-nutritive sweeteners, sugar alcohols and novel sweeteners definitely have their advantages, as evidenced above. They have potential pitfalls, too -- not everything about those colorful calorie-free packets is so sweet.

Research has shown that some artificial sweeteners (saccharin and sucralose), as well as stevia, can change the composition of your gut. If sweeteners reduce the number of good bacteria and hamper the growth of good bacteria, you may wind up with an imbalanced gut, which can lead to symptoms like cramping, gas and bloating.

This 2019 review of studies suggests that some sweeteners can have negative effects while others, specifically sugar alcohols, may have positive effects. Research in animals has also shown negative changes to gut bacteria after consumption of artificial sweeteners, though more research is needed in humans to determine the true long-term effects of sugar alternatives on gut health.

Whether or not sweeteners disrupt your gut microbiome, they are known to cause unpleasant digestive symptoms. Most of this evidence is anecdotal, beginning decades ago with complaints about cramps after consuming aspartame.

Though more studies are needed to determine the relationship between alternative sweeteners and digestive distress, research does note that some digestive symptoms may be due to changes in the gut bacteria or the way that alternative sweeteners move through your digestive tract.

For now, it's best to monitor your symptoms, if any, when you consume different sweeteners (and stay away from the ones that cause distress).

Read more: The FODMAP diet: How it can fix your digestive issues

Alternative sweeteners may have few or zero calories, but that doesn't mean your sugar cravings will stop. Research points out that the desire for sweet foods doesn't depend on the origin of the sweetness, and that people can develop cravings for sweet foods even in the absence of calories, likely because that combination -- sweet taste and zero calories -- confuses your body and disrupts appetite regulation.

In one eyebrow-raising animal study, rats were allowed to choose between saccharin-sweetened water and intravenous cocaine, and the vast majority (94%) chose sweetened water. The authors note that the same preference was observed with sugar-sweetened water, so it can't be said that artificial sweeteners are more addictive than sugar -- just that sweetness in general can be highly addictive.

Some research suggests that artificial sweeteners, despite having few or no calories, may lead to weight gain when consumed frequently over time. One study even showed that drinking artificially sweetened soda coincided with an increase in waist circumference nine years later.

Another found that people who used non-nutritive sweeteners had a larger increase in BMI than people who didn't consume non-nutritive sweeteners at an eight-year follow-up, except among people who exercised regularly.

The reasoning behind this isn't clear, but researchers think it may have to do with metabolic changes induced by alternative sweeteners or because of compensatory behavior -- that is, thinking things like, "I drank a diet soda so I can have extra cake."

For some people, real sugar might actually be the better option.

Now you know the pros and cons of sugar alternatives, how do they stack up against real sugar? When making your decision between sugar and artificial sweeteners, take into account your primary goal. Here's a rundown of whether sugar or its alternatives are best in relation to various health and fitness goals:

A little bit of sugar won't hurt you, especially in the form of fruit. If you have a medical condition that may be affected by sugar intake, talk to your doctor about consuming proper portions.

The current consensus is that scientists just don't know enough about the long-term effects of sugar alternatives -- artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols or novel sweeteners -- to make definitive claims that they are good or bad -- or whether sugar or alternatives are better in the long term.

Both sugar and sugar alternatives are OK to eat in moderation -- what truly matters is that you make smart food choices based on your current health status and medical conditions, as well as how sugar or alternative sweeteners make you feel.

It's probably a good idea, for example, to stay away from sugar alcohols if you get the laxative effect. Likewise, you may want to avoid table sugar if you tend to get sugar headaches or if you have diabetes.

Also consider where your consumption of sugar and sugar alternatives comes from -- and how much you consume. The sugar in one or even two bananas is nothing to worry about, especially because of the fiber, vitamins and minerals you get along with the sugar. But eat six bananas in a day, and you might wind up with a tummy ache.

Similarly, eating a protein bar made with sugar alcohols probably won't hurt you. But two, three or more in a single day may lead to side effects like bloating, gas or diarrhea.

If you're worried about the harmful effects of either -- sugar or alternatives -- a good rule of thumb is that whole food is usually better. Choose an apple over apple juice; choose fresh-squeezed lemonade over a zero-calorie lemonade mix; choose homemade granola over store-bought.

Most of all, choose whatever best suits your health needs.

The information contained in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as health or medical advice. Always consult a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.

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TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and PARIS, May 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --

Across all groups combined, complete responses (CR) are now 16%; in the metastatic group with the longest follow-up CRs are 20%, nearly tripling with two additional years of follow-up

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. (NASDAQ: REGN) and Sanofi today announced new, longer-term data for PD-1 inhibitor Libtayo (cemiplimab-rwlc) from a pivotal Phase 2 trial in advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), the deadliest non-melanoma skin cancer. These results demonstrate both longer durability and higher complete response (CR) rates than previously reported. Furthermore, the data make up part of the largest and most mature prospective clinical dataset in patients with metastatic CSCC (mCSCC) or locally advanced CSCC (laCSCC) who are not candidates for curative surgery or radiation. The data were presented during the virtual 2020 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.

"The three-year follow-up data demonstrate significant long-term outcomes with Libtayo, which is now standard-of-care for patients with advanced CSCC in many countries," said Dr. Danny Rischin, Director, Department of Medical Oncology at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Victoria, Australia. "The Libtayo data on duration of response and overall survival provide new insights into the longer-term treatment of advanced CSCC, with the median still not reached for either measure. Remarkably, it is exciting to see the number of complete responses increase with longer follow-up, which reinforces the potential ongoing benefit of Libtayo treatment in this aggressive skin cancer."

With up to three years of follow-up, results from the pivotal Phase 2 trial showed 46% of patients (95% CI: 39%-53%) experienced substantial tumor shrinkage following Libtayo treatment, with a median time to response of 2 months (interquartilerange: 2-4 months). Furthermore, more patients (16%) saw their tumors disappear completely over time compared to previous analyses. Among patients with metastatic disease who had the longest available follow-up (Group 1 in table below), 20% of patients have now achieved a CR, increasing from 7% in the 2017 primary analysis. Among patients who achieved a CR in any group, median time to CR was 11 months (interquartilerange: 7-15 months). Median overall survival and median duration of response have yet to be reached for any treatment group.

Results by treatment group were as follows:

Group 1:

mCSCC

3 mg/kg every

2 weeks

(n=59)

Group 2:

laCSCC

3 mg/kg every2 weeks

(n=78)

Group 3:

mCSCC

350 mg every

3 weeks

(n=56)

Total

(n=193)

Median duration of follow-up (range)

19 months

(136)

16 months

(136)

17 months

(126)

16 months

(136)

Objective response rate (95% confidence interval [CI])

51%

(38%64%)

45%

(34%57%)

43%

(30%57%)

46%

(39%53%)

CR (n)

20%

(12)

13%

(10)

16%

(9)

16%

(31)

Partial response (n)

31%

(18)

32%

(25)

27%

(15)

30%

(58)

Median observed time to response (interquartile range)*

2 months

(22)

2 months

(24)

2 months

(24)

2 months

(24)

Median observed time to CR (interquartile range)

11 months

(718)

10 months

(713)

12 months

(817)

11 months

(715)

Median duration of response (95% CI)*

Not reached

(21, NE)

Not reached

(18, NE)

Not reached

(NE, NE)

Not reached

(29, NE)

Median overall survival

Not reached

Not reached

Not reached

Not reached

NE = not evaluable

*Based on number of patients with confirmed complete or partial response and Kaplan-Meier estimation.

CR rates over time were as follows:

Group 1:

mCSCC

3 mg/kg every

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If you want to achieve long-term weight loss, it is possible to do so in two stages. These stages will help you to lose more fat for a long time. Let's find out more about them.

In the first stage, you will needto help your body to recalibrate the metabolic hormones leptin and cortisol. Itis possible to achieve that in 2 to 3 weeks.

When we age, the metabolichormones present in the body may become unbalanced. This happens more in caseof people who consume unhealthy comfort foods. Such imbalance can result incravings and the person may eat more to feel satisfied. Such imbalance willalso result in slower metabolism with lower energy levels.

That is why recalibration of themetabolic hormones becomes necessary. With the recalibration of metabolichormones, you will see changes like the portion size will decrease as you willneed less food to feel full. Your energy levels will also increase significantlybecause of more activity.

In the second stage, you will beable to achieve sustained, safe and consistent weight loss. This second stagewill start after the first stage. Once your metabolic hormones are rebalanced,there are some ways which can help your body achieve sustained weight loss.Some important dietary supplements can help you to do so. Such supplements willhelp you in achieving sustained weight loss in four different ways-

If your metabolism is not in theright state, it can create different problems for you. It may make you sluggishand increase cravings for foods that are not good for you. Your metabolism oryour metabolic rate is how quickly your body is burning calories. If you have aslower than normal metabolism, you will see lots of negative side-effects likefatigue, mood swings, food cravings and difficulty losing weight.

However, a slow metabolism is notpermanent and you can make changes to your metabolism using dietary supplementsor by changing your diet and lifestyle. It is possible to rev up yourmetabolism and feel better every day.

hormones to everything in yourbody and they determine almost everything right from your growth, mood andbehaviour, digestion and fertility and that is why you should be very carefulabout the hormones.

Rebalancing your hormones is very important so as to ensure that the efforts you are putting in to lose weight can really help you. If you do not rebalance your hormones, even after trying too hard by exercising and managing your diet, it may be very difficult for you to lose weight and after some time you will not have the motivation to continue the effort any more. When you combine exercise and proper diet along with rebalancing of your important hormones, you will see excellent results.

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Almost half of Brits (47 per cent) say they have put on weight since lockdown began in March, with more than 16 per cent gaining five pounds or more in the first six weeks.

Research, carried out by The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan and backed by the British Obesity Society of 2,000 UK adults, identified the top 10 reasons for weight gain during lockdown, which included less physical activity and more indulgent food choices.

If youre concerned about the impact weight gain is having on your health and wellbeing, nutritionist and weight loss expert Kim Pearson shares with us how to establish a healthy relationship with food as lockdown life continues.

Whether its a newly discovered love of baking, comfort eating or a reduction in exercise, many people are finding that lockdown is having an impact on their weight. So how can you ensure that the ongoing adjustments in lifestyle arent negatively impacting on your health? Here, Ive addressed the top reported causes of lockdown weight gain, with guidance on how to manage each.

Comfort eating

Given the stressful life situations many of us are facing right, now along with constant worrying news updates, it may come as no surprise that we are reaching for food to provide comfort. However, this comfort is usually fleeting and using food in this way isnt helpful in the long run. Rather than eating your feelings, seek comfort in healthier self-care practices, such as journaling, meditation, reading or whatever feels right for you. Every time you reach for a snack, ask yourself am I really hungry?. If the answer is no, work on identifying what it is you really need to fulfil your emotional needs.

Exercising less

For all the talk of Joe Wicks and the huge rise in online fitness options, the fact is, many of us are exercising less than before. Exercise is not only important for our physical health, it is important for our mental wellbeing too.

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Remember, you dont have to force yourself to do burpees and push-ups if thats not your thing. Exercise can take many forms so find something you enjoy doing and youre more likely to stick to it long term. It could be a long walk, a morning yoga practice or dancing around the kitchen to your favourite dance tunes. Make a plan ahead of time for what youre going to do and schedule exercise in your diary as a non-negotiable. Often, exercising first thing in the morning means you get it done before your day starts and other commitments start to get in the way.

Eating foods you wouldnt normally consume

Many parallels have been drawn between this time and the period between Christmas and New Year, where you lose track of days of the week and rules are out the window. The best way to avoid eating foods you wouldnt normally eat is to not buy them in the first place! Make a shopping list and stick to it. It can be easy to graze your way through the day with easy access to the fridge, but aim to avoid mindless limbo snacking and unhealthy meal choices by planning your meals, and meal timings, in advance. Make sure you have everything you need for the week ahead, allowing for the occasional treat such as a Friday night takeaway or Sunday bake.

Being bored

Boredom is one of the most common triggers for non-hunger eating. If you are finding yourself wandering aimlessly toward the kitchen, engage your mind with an alternative such as an online course, a hobby or a good book. Again, ask yourself why am I feeling drawn to food? before you reach for it and if the answer is boredom, go for a walk or have a cup of tea as a break instead. And if you want to involve your love of food with breaking your boredom, why not take up healthy cooking? One thing I really encourage my clients to do is be creative and find some easy, healthy dishes that quickly become staple dishes to add to your repertoire. One of the keys to maintaining your ideal weight long-term is to find healthy meals you enjoy so that you dont feel like youre deprived or missing out.

Lack of routine

Many of us have had our lives turned upside down since lockdown. If your usual routine has gone out of the window, I'd strongly encourage you to create yourself a new one. What is your day going to look like now? What time will you get up? When can you make time for exercise? When will you eat meals? Write it down if it helps - the more detail the better. Routines helps us develop good habits that are in line with fulfilling our goals, while helping to ditch habits that do not serve us well.

Drinking more alcohol

We associate drinking with relaxing, given its sedative effects, so its no surprise alcohol is being consumed in larger quantities during this unsettling time. Office of National Statistics figures show a 31 per cent annual increase in alcohol sales in March. However, alcohol is also a depressant that can have an overall negative affect on our mood.

Excessive alcohol consumption can also promote weight gain, in more obvious ways such as the sugar content of some drinks, but there are also less obvious ways alcohol impacts our weight. Increased feelings of hunger, cravings for unhealthy foods and elevated levels of the stress hormone cortisol are just three examples. Keep a track of how much youre drinking in a week and make sure youre not regularly exceeding the government's recommended 14 units a week equivalent to seven standard glasses (175ml) of wine (roughly 12%) or seven pints of weak (3.6%) beer.

Feeling stressed or anxious

Stress is not only a common trigger for non-hunger eating, it can lead to elevated levels of cortisol which promote fat storage around the middle. If you are feeling stressed or anxious there are several techniques you can adopt that dont involve turning to food. Deep breathing switches your body to a parasympathetic state, so spend a couple of minutes taking deep breaths when you notice yourself feeling stressed.

Lockdown is making existing mental health issues worse

A daily meditation practice can also help you to feel more balanced and has been shown to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Monitoring and limiting the amount of news and social media youre consuming may also help if youre feeling overwhelmed by the news right now.

Not being able to maintain a weight loss plan as easily

Its possible you might not have access to all the healthy foods you usually include in your diet due to the current restrictions on everyday life. Try signing up for a fruit and veg box or opt for frozen and tinned alternatives so that you have access to nutrient-dense ingredients for your meals. If you usually attend a weight loss group or trainer, seek an alternative online, whether its a buddy to keep you accountable or a nutritionist to help you with a personalised plan and support.

A lack of contact with others

While you may no longer need to worry about temptations on restaurant dessert menus, not having regular contact with friends and family can lead to loneliness which in turn can trigger comfort eating. How about bringing the social element back into your life by organising a Zoom brunch or Kahoot! quiz? Or work on upping your social interaction by making a point to call one friend each day, engaging with online support groups, or finding a local charity or volunteer group to help out.

We often turn to food for many reasons other than satisfying genuine hunger. Identifying these triggers and finding healthier ways to address them is one of the keys to successful and lasting weight loss.

Kim Pearson is a qualified nutritionist and weight loss expert based on Londons Harley Street. She consults clients in London and internationally via her virtual consulting room. For more information about Kim and the services she offers, visit her website.

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All of us practise intermittent (IF) fasting every night while we sleep. However, we dont name it intermittent fasting. Our sleeping hours constitute our daily fasting phase which is well-aligned with our bodys circadian rhythm. A 2012 documentary by BBC, known as Eat, Fast and Live Longer, is often attributed the credit of popularizing intermittent fasting. This dietary pattern has long been associated with reducing the risk of many serious health conditions like breast cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. In fact, research has proved that restricted calorie intake adds years to your life. Also Read - Following intermittent fasting, but not able to hit your weight loss target? Heres why

IF requires you to embrace fasting for long durations intermittently. The duration could be for weeks or days. The basic principle is calorie restriction during stipulated time periods. There are different formats of this dietary pattern. Various scientific studies have been conducted on animals. But more human studies are required to fathom its impact on human health. Popularly, it is believed to promote weight loss and boost longevity. Also Read - What is 5:2 diet all about? Heres your answer

There are no recommended foods for intermittent fasting, nor is there any elimination. Here, the theory is calorie restriction for restricted time periods. While there is limit on food intake during the fast days or times, you can eat whatever you wish to on the days you arent fasting. This is what is known as Ad libtum. This Latin term means as much as necessary or desired. Also Read - Planning to try the latest trend of dry fasting? Here's a look at the pros and cons of this fad diet

What makes this dietary pattern stand apart is the importance it associates with food timing. There are more than one ways of practising intermittent fasting. The basic principle is dividing a day or week into eating and fasting periods. During the fasting periods, you either in low proportions or skip meals altogether. Each method of intermittent fasting comes with its own set of rules and regulations. These are the most popular ones:

Being easy to follow, this is the most popular form of intermittent fasting. The basic principle you fast on one day and feast on the next. On the days of fasting, food intake is minimal, focussed mainly towards liquids while on the feast days, theres no calorie restriction. Research is going on about the health impact of this kind of fasting.

This is quite similar to the previous format with a little difference. In Intermittent fasting with calorie restriction, your food intake on fasting days is limited to only water, herbal teas, and black tea/coffee with no sugar. Also, on feasting days, you have to watch your calorie intake.

In this form, the practitioners eat only during restricted hours of the day. While their food intake is restricted for 6 to 8 hours of the day, the rest no-food window lasts for the rest of the day. They may or may not restrict calories during the eating hours. Research suggests that this eating pattern is optimal for metabolic health.

If you want to follow this type of dietary pattern, then you are allowed to eat for five days a week and fast for 2 days. On the fasting days, you need to limit your calorie intake to 500 to 600 calories and on the feasting days, you are allowed to eat normally with no restriction in mind.

In this method, you fast occasionally during a week or a month and eat during the rest of the days. During the non-fasting days you need to maintain a moderate eating pattern.

This dietary pattern is known for very many health benefits it has. However, scientists suggest that more research is required to validate the preliminary evidences and popular beliefs. Here we guide you on some of the ways intermittent fasting may help you stay healthier.

Many diets impose ban on macronutrients like carbs, fat or protein which are essential for your body. Moreover, those eating patterns require you to substitute many of your favourite foods with the healthier versions. Intermittent fasting doesnt necessitate any of these. However, in this eating style, you have to cut down portions in fasting and non-fasting days too.

Studies have revealed that IF has significant impact on the loss of fat mass. That is why it may be effective in promoting weight loss. However, experts are of the opinion that it is as effective as other diets while it comes to shedding extra kilos. IF may not have additional benefits in this regard. But more research is required to reach a definitive conclusion. A 2018 study published in the journal Nutrition also revealed that IF reduced body mass in the younger population (20 years) while among the older population (50 years), no such evidence was found.

Intermittent fasting is popularly believed to boost longevity. A mice-model study by the National Institute on Aging observes that intermittent fasting extended the longevity of rodents and reduced their risk of life-threatening conditions, especially cancer. However, more research is required to draw a definite conclusion.

Though intermittent fasting isnt a new practice, research on its benefits is still at a nascent stage. Some studies have, however, observed that this dietary pattern comes with its own set of limitations too. For example, you may feel extremely weak, fatigued and cranky on the fast days. Talk to your physician and a nutritionist before embracing this plan. Here is a low-down on some of the side challenges that you may face while following this plan.

This is a common complaint among those who follow intermittent fasting. You may feel severe hunger pangs while on fast as no or very low food intake is allowed.

Intermittent fasting doesnt teach you how to make the right choice of foods because it focusses only on mealtimes and calorie count. So, you dont learn healthy eating skills. However, for long-term health benefits you need to master the art of mindful eating.

Intermittent fasting doesnt talk about or recommend physical activity. So, if you are following this dietary pattern, you are likely to neglect your daily requirement of physical activities.

Practising intermittent fasting may be particularly challenging if you are taking medications that necessitate you to have meals at definite time frames. Speak to your physician if you want to take up this diet while on medications.

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DRAPER, Utah (PRWEB) May 20, 2020

The new way to spell TruVision Health is Truvy.

The company announced today that they have rebranded to Truvy (pronounced: true-vee) but that the heart of the company will remain the same. This is a much needed makeover for the future of Truvy. The name Truvy retains the beloved Tru part of the previous brand, but is softened, and shortened with the added vy (meaning to compete). Its softer, hipper and a whole lot easier to remember than TruVision Health.

The new name gives direction to the long term plan moving forward. Truvy is refocusing its attention on the origination of the company, overall health and weight loss. Were just getting back to the basics. Our product selection, company strategy, and overall, the heart of the company, will remain largely the same, with a few additional elements. said Co-Founder Dave Brown

This comprehensive rebrand includes new product names, logos, brand colors, and mission, which is to be your friendly weight loss side-kick. The new look gives more clarity, character, and a way to clearly stand out from the competition as one of the leaders in weight loss and overall wellness.

Truvy, your friendly weight loss sidekick.

Truvy will continue to offer their premier weight loss products such as their world-famous weight loss combo truFIX and truCONTROL . New additions to the Truvy product line include an enhanced version of the truFIX formula (called Tru) and a new flagship weight loss product Vy (pronounced Vee). Vy is a powerhouse product packed with ingredients that can make you feel more naturally energized, optimize body fat and suppress your appetite without feeling starved. Truvy emphasizes that consistency is key and their products aren't meant to replace the need for a healthy lifestyle, but to amplify, and support it.

The future is bright at Truvy and we couldnt be more thrilled. We expect this rebrand to happen over the span of a few months, all leading up to our truSUMMIT Convention in Atlanta, GA, in August 2020. - Co-Founder Shawn Gibson

This rebrand comes at just the right time as the company is experiencing record breaking sales, month over month. The company expects that this rebrand will propel that momentum on through the summer months leading into their truSUMMIT Global Convention in August 2020.

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Life can be difficult, and is certainly too short to let complications from poor health habits get in the way. I challenge you to give it everything you've got, and not let this happen to you. Even though following good health habits is not a full proof system for living forever, it certainly makes our time on this great earth much more pleasant and rewarding.

Life can be difficult, and is certainly too short to let complications from poor health habits get in the way.

I challenge you to give it everything youve got, and not let this happen to you. Even though following good health habits is not a full proof system for living forever, it certainly makes our time on this great earth much more pleasant and rewarding.

The health benefits of a stronger heart, mind, and body are not only worth the effort, but they can help you endure situations better, if your health does start to decline. And I am sure most would agree that standing by idol watching ourselves become weaker and less healthy with age, certainly cannot be an option.

Staying active and strong is absolutely like earning income with compounding interest.

Typically the earlier you begin, and more consistent you are, the bigger your return, providing the strategy was solid, of course.

This is what I wish for each and every one of you, the effects of compounding health and fitness interest upon your long lasting and active lives.

By the way have you thought about your short or long term health and fitness goals recently?What are they?When it comes to your health and body, how would you like to look, feel and perform? I stand strong when I say that I truly believe you can make improvements to your active quality of life if you first set your goals, and then take systematic, safe steps to get there.

If you dont have health goals posted on your fridge or in a journal please spend a little time and write them down today!

It could be as simple as walking one block twice a week, doing chair exercises twice a week for seniors, changing your eating habits for the better, or preparing for your next 5k run for fitness veterans.

It is vital for you to set goals that are important to you and your family, because that will provide you the fuel and purpose that carries you over every hurdle that stands between you and your fitness success.I challenge you tobelieve no hurdle is too high for you too leap. And if you come across one that is 8 feet tall just go underit, and keep moving forward.

Maybe you have a goal of being able to shoot baskets or playcatch with your great grandchildren.

There are many other great reasons as well. What motivates you? I challenge you to set no limits when it comes to your health.

If you can believe it, you can achieve it!

I know this sounds simple but the key to your good health all starts by making sure everyone in your family drinks plenty of water, takes their vitamins, exercises, rests, and consumes 5-6 small healthy meals each and every day!I challenge you to think about your health, andmake it a priority by spending time everyday taking care of yourselves!

Lets get going strong now, and set ourselves up to make great health, weight loss and fitness progress over the final 6 or 7 months of 2020 reaching for our goals!

You can do this! Until next week please make it a healthy and nutritious day! To get started on healthy nutrition for weight loss, sports performance, wellness, toning, and having more energy contact Reggie at Reggies Personal Training and Nutrition, 104 E. Main, Downtown Shawnee, (405) 613-0237 to set up your appointment. Message Reggie on Facebook at Reggies Personal Training & Nutrition Facebook page!

Reggie Grovey is a local 21-year fitness professional and nationally certified personal trainer and Advocare Nutrition independent distributor.

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