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Dina Farhana | Published: March 07, 2020 14:30:00 | Updated: March 07, 2020 14:32:41

In the world of weight-loss diets, low-carbohydrate, high-protein eating plans often grab attention. The Paleo, South Beach, and Atkins diets all fit into that category. They are sometimes referred to as ketogenic or "keto" diets.

But a true ketogenic diet is different. Unlike other low-carb diets, which focus on protein, a keto plan centres on fat, which supplies as much as 70-90% of daily calories. And it's not the type of diet to try as an experiment. The keto diet is primarily used to help reduce the frequency of epileptic seizures in children. While it also has been tried for weight loss, only short-term results have been studied, and the results have been mixed. The long term impact is not well studied as most of people are not able to continue it over the years.

How does it work?

The keto diet aims to force the body into using a different type of fuel. Instead of relying on sugar (glucose) that comes from carbohydrates (such as grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits), the keto diet relies on ketone bodies, a type of fuel that the liver produces from stored fat.

Burning fat seems like an ideal way to lose pounds. But getting the liver to make ketone bodies is tricky:

l It requires that we deprive ourselves from carbohydrates, fewer than 20 to 50 grams of carbs per day (keep in mind that a medium-sized banana has about 27 grams of carbs).

l It typically takes a few days to reach a state of ketosis.

l Eating too much protein can interfere with ketosis.

What does someone eat?

Because the keto diet has such a high fat requirement, followers must eat fat at each meal. In a daily 2,000-calorie diet, that might look like 165 grams of fat, 40 grams of carbs, and 75 grams of protein. However, the exact ratio depends on the particular needs.

Some healthy unsaturated fats are allowed on the keto diet - like nuts (almonds, walnuts), seeds, avocados, tofu, and olive oil. But saturated fats from oils (palm, coconut), lard, butter, and cocoa butter are encouraged in high amounts.

Protein is part of the keto diet, but it doesn't typically discriminate between lean protein foods and protein sources high in saturated fat such as beef, pork, and bacon.

What about fruits and vegetables? All fruits are rich in carbs, but you can have certain fruits (usually berries) in small portions. Vegetables (also rich in carbs) are restricted to leafy greens (such as kale, Swiss chard, spinach), cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, bell peppers, onions, garlic, mushrooms, cucumber, celery, and summer squashes. A cup of chopped broccoli has about six carbs.

Keto risks

A ketogenic diet has numerous risks. Top of the list: it's high in saturated fat. Dietary guideline recommends to keep saturated fats to no more than 10% of our daily calories because of the link to heart disease. And indeed, the keto diet is associated with an increase in "bad" LDL cholesterol, which is also linked to heart disease.

Other potential keto risks include these:

Nutrient deficiency. "If someone not eating a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and grains, we may be at risk for deficiencies in micronutrients, including selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins B and C.

Liver problems. With so much fat to metabolize, the diet could make any existing liver conditions worse.

Kidney problems. The kidneys help metabolize protein, and the keto diet may overload them. (The current recommended intake for protein averages 0.8 to 1.2 per kg body weight per day.

Constipation. The keto diet is low in fibrous foods.

Fuzzy thinking and mood swings. The brain needs sugar from healthy carbohydrates to function. Low-carb diets may cause confusion and irritability.

Those risks add up - so make sure that you talk to a registered dietitian before ever attempting a ketogenic diet.

What about the other diets?

The popular low-carb diets (such as Atkins or Paleo) modify a true keto diet. But they come with the same risks if you overdo it on fats and proteins and lay off the carbs. Theories about short-term low-carb diet success include lower appetite because fat burns slower than carbs. "But again, the impacts on long term still unknown. And eating a restrictive diet, no matter what the plan, is difficult to sustain. Once, someone resume to a normal diet, the weight will likely return.

The writer is a nutritionist and working for an NGO.

dinafarhana927@yahoo.com

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March is National Kidney Month. This month Healthy Kingsport would like to raise awareness about the prevention and early detection of kidney disease. High blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity are risk factors for chronic kidney disease. Eating healthy, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight help prevent chronic kidney disease.

What is kidney disease?

Damaged kidneys are kidneys that cannot filter blood the way they should. Some people have no symptoms at all and are diagnosed by a lab test. Chronic kidney disease is the most common form of kidney disease slow and progressive loss of kidney function over several years. More than 10,000 people in Tennessee have end-stage renal disease, and the number affected grows by 10% annually. Chronic kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, chronic renal disease, or chronic kidney failure, is much more widespread than people realize; it often goes undetected and undiagnosed until the disease is well advanced.

According to the National Kidney Foundations, southern states make up the top 10 list of those hardest hit by kidney failure. Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee are among the highest in the US. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 8% of the population in each of these states also have diagnosed diabetes, the leading cause of kidney disease.

These states have high rates of obesity and physical inactivity. Multiple chronic diseases are highly prevalent in this geographic area, also known as the stroke belt. Yet healthy diet combined with physical activity to maintain a healthy body weight could change the levels of kidney failure, said Joseph Vassalotti, MD, National Kidney Foundation Chief Medical Officer.

Symptoms

Common symptoms include blood in urine, high blood pressure and fatigue.

There is no cure for chronic kidney disease, which means treatment focused on reducing symptoms. Diagnosis commonly occurs after blood tests, kidney scans, or biopsy. Reduce the risk of complications and slow the progression of the disease. In most cases, kidney damage is the result of chronic diseases, such as diabetes types 1 and 2, and hypertension (high blood pressure).

If chronic kidney disease progresses to kidney failure, the following complications are possible. Anemia, central nervous system damage, fluid retention, hyperkalemia, and possibly resulting in heart damage, these are just a few complications.

Protect Yourself

Controlling the condition can significantly reduce the chances of developing kidney failure.

Physical activity is excellent! Sit less and stand more. Recent research has linked sitting for 8 hours or more a day with developing kidney disease. Exercise and lose weight. Diabetes is responsible for 44% of all new cases of kidney failure. Obesity and type 2 diabetes are on the rise and can often be treated and reversed with physical activity and weight loss. Try to avoid long term use of kidney-toxic drugs such as over the counter (OTC) pain medications, NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen. Get tested! Ask your healthcare provider for an annual urine test to check for protein in the urine, one of the earliest signs of kidney disease, and a blood test for creatinine to calculate your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). GFR tells how well your kidneys are working to remove wastes from your blood. Individuals should follow their doctors instructions, advice, and recommendations.

Other healthy choices are eating a healthy diet. Fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats or fish will help keep blood pressure down. Regular physical exercise is ideal for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels; it also helps control chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.

Many other higher risk factors develop kidney disease, such as;

A family history of kidney disease

Age, common among people over 60,

Overexposure to some toxins and some medications.

Early detection can significantly help prevent severe kidney damage. People who are at high risk of developing kidney disease must have their kidney functions regularly checked. Be you are on advocate, take care of your kidneys so they can take care of you.

Healthy Kingsports mission is to create a sustainable community culture of healthy living by promoting awareness, influencing policy, and enhancing infrastructure. The organizations vision is a community where healthy living is the norm.

For more information, visit the following websites.

http://www.healthykingsport.organdhttps://www.kidney.org

Aiesha Banks is the Executive Director of Healthy Kingsport. She can be reached at [emailprotected]

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Ideally, your overall portfolio should beat the market average. But in any portfolio, there will be mixed results between individual stocks. At this point some shareholders may be questioning their investment in Want Want China Holdings Limited (HKG:151), since the last five years saw the share price fall 23%. Furthermore, it's down 13% in about a quarter. That's not much fun for holders.

View our latest analysis for Want Want China Holdings

While markets are a powerful pricing mechanism, share prices reflect investor sentiment, not just underlying business performance. One way to examine how market sentiment has changed over time is to look at the interaction between a company's share price and its earnings per share (EPS).

Looking back five years, both Want Want China Holdings's share price and EPS declined; the latter at a rate of 0.4% per year. This reduction in EPS is less than the 5.2% annual reduction in the share price. This implies that the market was previously too optimistic about the stock.

The image below shows how EPS has tracked over time (if you click on the image you can see greater detail).

SEHK:151 Past and Future Earnings, March 9th 2020

It's probably worth noting we've seen significant insider buying in the last quarter, which we consider a positive. That said, we think earnings and revenue growth trends are even more important factors to consider. Before buying or selling a stock, we always recommend a close examination of historic growth trends, available here..

When looking at investment returns, it is important to consider the difference between total shareholder return (TSR) and share price return. Whereas the share price return only reflects the change in the share price, the TSR includes the value of dividends (assuming they were reinvested) and the benefit of any discounted capital raising or spin-off. So for companies that pay a generous dividend, the TSR is often a lot higher than the share price return. As it happens, Want Want China Holdings's TSR for the last 5 years was -11%, which exceeds the share price return mentioned earlier. The dividends paid by the company have thusly boosted the total shareholder return.

It's good to see that Want Want China Holdings has rewarded shareholders with a total shareholder return of 5.4% in the last twelve months. That's including the dividend. That certainly beats the loss of about 2.2% per year over the last half decade. We generally put more weight on the long term performance over the short term, but the recent improvement could hint at a (positive) inflection point within the business. While it is well worth considering the different impacts that market conditions can have on the share price, there are other factors that are even more important. Consider for instance, the ever-present spectre of investment risk. We've identified 2 warning signs with Want Want China Holdings , and understanding them should be part of your investment process.

If you like to buy stocks alongside management, then you might just love this free list of companies. (Hint: insiders have been buying them).

Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on HK exchanges.

If you spot an error that warrants correction, please contact the editor at editorial-team@simplywallst.com. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. Simply Wall St has no position in the stocks mentioned.

We aim to bring you long-term focused research analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Thank you for reading.

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To really understand how to lose weight you need to learn a little bit about the human body, the mind and nutrition.

Weight loss really is not a complex task you really do just need to eat less and exercise more. The real challenge is overcoming the mind to control your appetite and combat lethargy.

Here we cover the main topics on weight loss. First we look at dieting and attempt to dispel a few myths and explain that although it is difficult to lose weight by dieting alone, it is certainly possible.

We also look at the role of human biology in weight loss. We also look briefly at spot reduction, which is another classic myth of losing weight.

After the information on how to lose weight we review some weight loss books. All of these books have been hand-picked and individually reviewed they all provide a healthy and sustainable way to lose weight and get fit.

Finally we provide what is hoped to be some motivational advice and then one solution for tackling weight loss, i.e. adopting SMART plan.

If you are not sure whether or not you are overweight then you should use our BMI calculator. If you have any questions or need any guidance then please do not hesitate to ask below. There is also a list of resources and references to allow you to learn more on each topic discussed.

Combining regular exercise with a healthy diet really is the best way to lose weight, however, often people are unable to exercise on a regular basis for various reasons. So if you are not able to exercise you have to adopt a healthy weight loss diet plan to help you to lose weight and then manage your weight.

Important note: The goal of a weight loss plan is to lose fat and ideally become fitter at the same time. If you are only restricting calories then it is likely that you will lose muscle tissue as well as fat. While this will still record as weight loss it is not what you should be aiming for. Muscle is healthy, fat is not.

To lose weight all we need to do is ensure that our daily calorie intake is less than our daily calorie requirements. So why is exercise thought to be so important for weight loss? Regular exercise makes this easier for four main reasons.

So if you cannot exercise you are missing out on a huge advantage when it comes to weight loss. However, it is still possible to lose weight.

Everyone asks how do I lose weight? but the real question should be how do I lose body fat while maintaining lean muscle tissue?. A healthy body is lean and muscular muscles give us our shape and tone.

Muscles are also vital for good health. Not only do they make us stronger and fitter, they also help keep metabolism raised. Muscle tissue is very hungry, it needs proteins and carbohydrates for growth, repair and function, and needs much more energy than fat tissue.

Another way to explain it is that muscles are the bodys engines, fat cells are the fuel tanks. When someone wants to lose weight, they actually want to lose fat. Understanding this helps to explain why very low-calorie diets can be counter-productive in the long-term.

When people attempt to lose weight with diet alone they generally throw themselves into a low-calorie diet, or sometimes a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) which is defined by being below 1000 calories a day.

Often these diets do not provide the body with enough protein to sustain muscle tissue and so muscle wastage occurs. The body simply breaks downs its own muscle tissue to provide energy for other parts of the body. Fat loss will also occur, but not in isolation.

To understand why this happens we need to explain a little about how the body stores and then burns fat. There are two hormones at play in the body that control fat storage insulin and glucagon. Both are triggered by changing levels of glucose in the blood (blood sugar).

When we eat carbohydrates, especially high GI carbs, such as bread, blood sugar levels rise. This increase in blood sugar triggers a release of insulin from the pancreas. The role of insulin is to reduce blood sugar levels, it does this by aiding the uptake of glucose into fat storage (adipose tissue). The glucose is actually converted to glycerol and combined with fatty acids for TAGs (triacylglycerides) and this is what we call fat. Prolonged raised levels of sugar in the blood can lead to health problems.

So, in a nutshell, when we consume sugary foods our bodies release insulin that causes that sugar to be stored as fat. Understanding this is key to understanding how diet can help lose weight.

When glucose levels fall the pancreas then releases glucagon. The role of this hormone is simply the opposite of insulin, it causes blood sugar levels to rise again. Glucose is the prime energy source of the brain which is our prime organ as it controls the functions of all other parts of the body.

So glucagons prime objective is to ensure that the brain is supplied with sugar. It does this by breaking down the fat tissue to extract the sugars locked up in the TAGs (glycerol and fatty acids). This is what we call fat burning.

It is not easy to get the body to release glucagon though. You have to allow your blood sugar levels to fall to very low levels. As soon as you eat a sugary food, such as some bread, pasta, high GI vegetable like parsnips and pumpkin, processed breakfast cereals, rice, any junk food (cakes, cookies, donuts), you blood sugar rises and therefore glucagon production stops and insulin takes over, so you quickly go from a fat burning situation back to a fat storing one.

This is why unhealthy diets are so likely to lead to weight gain most of what is unhealthy is also high on the glycemic index (high GI) which means it causes blood sugar spikes, insulin and fat accumulation. So by limiting high GI foods you can help to lose weight with diet alone.

Protein is important for two reasons:

This is another reason why very low-calorie diets are bad people eating less than 1000 Calories a day to lose weight often fail to consume enough protein, instead just eating their favorite sugary snacks.

This sugar heavy diet not only causes fat to be stored but also the lack of protein causes muscles to waste away and lowers BMR (basal metabolic rate) which determines how much energy is used to maintain the body at rest.

Although it is possible to lose weight through healthy diet alone, as detailed above, it is far easier and quicker to lose weight by combining diet with exercise. But when is the best time to exercise? Is there a best time at all?

One school of thought is that so long as you are active and burn additional calories it does not matter what time you exercise. However, there are other opinions on this, so lets take a look at them.

Many people advocate that the best way to lose weight is to exercise on an empty stomach before a meal. It has long been believed that this fasted exercising will increase metabolism and help lose weight, then eating afterwards will provide the body with essential proteins, carbohydrate and fats to start building healthy new muscle tissue.

However, recent collaborative research carried out by Surrey University and Imperial College London and published in the Journal of Endocrinology suggests that exercise after eating can help people to lose weight more effectively than vice versa.

The research found that exercising after a meal boosts the release of hormones PYY, GLP-1 and PP which then suppress appetite, meaning that you stay full for longer which reduces snacking.

Dr John McAvoy, a GP with a special interest in obesity, said For exercise to contribute to weight control it should be sustainable over the long-term and enjoyment remains a critical factor to this end.

As is often the case, the real conclusion is that to lose weight, lifestyle change is required. There really is no quick fix to fitness and health. People that keep healthy remain active throughout their lives and generally socialize with more active people.

One specific hormone that we are currently aware of which affects appetite is the PPY hormone. PPY helps to reduce our appetite when it is in the system. It is created in the body in response to two specific activities; exercise and the digestion of proteins.

Previously it was assumed that the increase of PPY in the body would not last long enough to make exercise after a meal a useful approach to weight loss. However, research has shown that exercise does not result in a reduced calorie consumption. In fact, people who exercise tend to eat more food than the sedentary people!

Ultimately the best advice is to find a healthy sport or pastime that you enjoy and build it into your life so that as time passes exercising becomes part of your daily routine, second nature.

Exercise does help you to lose weight and it certainly gets you fit. But you need to ensure you exercise with intensity and do not over eat afterwards. So many people treat themselves to a big dinner or breakfast after exercising in the mistaken belief that they have worked hard enough to deserve it.

This is rarely, if ever, true. Professional swimmers, athletes and bodybuilders consume considerably more calories every day, but they are super-fit and train for several hours each day at a much higher intensity than an overweight and unfit person can manage.

Exercise does have a vital purpose though. Most people who manage to control their weight long-term after losing a lot of weight do so by using exercise. If you are fit and exercise on the regular basis you can get away with a few more eating binges before the weight comes back on.

If you want to lose weight and shed the pounds, then the answer is to eat a healthy well-balanced, portion controlled diet AND do some exercise to get fitter so that you can maintain your healthy weight.

One final point on exercise it boosts your confidence. Another study recent showed that people feel better about themselves after they exercise. Even when there is no real physical change, self-confidence is improved. This increase in self-esteem caused by exercise leads to more exercise and eventually you become healthier, fitter and slimmer.

Sometimes you have to be really careful how you interpret results of studies. The tabloids reported both of these stories in the most controversial way possible, that is diet does not lead to weight loss, and neither does exercise.

The research is still important as it helps us to understand the dynamics of weight loss, diet and exercise and how our bodies respond to changing conditions. However, as far as the average overweight person is concerned, the same rules apply exercise more and eat less to lose weight.

The key to losing weight and staying fit and healthy is to make a full lifestyle change which involves eating less, eating a well-balanced diet and getting regular exercise.

Be more active every day, it really will make you fitter and leaner. Combine these weight loss articles with a specialist weight loss plan and you can lose weight even faster!

A Weight Loss Plan Is Only Ever As Good As The Person Following It

Many people spend a long time looking for the perfect or best weight loss solution. And as there are so many products, plans, regimes and systems on the market it often seems logical to assume that there must be a system that cannot fail.

However, every year people do fail to lose weight and get back in shape. Also every year we hear people saying I have tried everything to lose weight and nothing works.

So, are all weight loss plans a waste of time, and money? Well, maybe they are, if you are not prepared to put in the effort.

That is why we always say, A Weight Loss Plan Is Only Ever As Good As The Person Following It.

You can hire the worlds top nutritionists and fitness instructors to help you meet your weight loss goals, but if you do not put in the effort, if you are not fully committed, then failure is a real possibility.

Alternatively you could follow the simplest of plans, and if you are dedicated and work hard, you will succeed.

When it comes to losing weight and getting back is shape, the only person that can make that change is you. You have to follow the diets, you have to do the exercise, you have to control your appetite and not give in to your cravings in more difficult times emotionally. Only you can do it!

However, saying that, a good plan does provide a solid foundation on which to work. And being part of a weight loss or fitness group can help provide the support and encouragement that you need to help keep you on target.

successful long-term weight loss maintainers share common behavioral strategies, including eating a diet low in fat, frequent self-monitoring of body weight and food intake, and high levels of regular physical activity (Wing and Hill, 2001)

So if you do decide to follow a weight loss plan, remember, the plan will only work if you do too. Long term weight loss requires constant vigilance. Never stop monitoring and keep food and exercise journals if need be.

The easiest thing in the world is to give up on the plan and revert to your old, unhealthy, sedentary lifestyle and put all the weight back on again. Do not let this happen. Once on the slippery slope to weight gain it is hard to stop.

All of these plans can be very effective. No weight loss plan will work if you are not committed to follow the rules, read all the guidelines and most importantly do the hard work, that is exercising or following a strict diet.

These plans will in the long-term do more than just help you lose a few pounds though (you can learn more about the health benefits of exercise here).

They will teach you how to live a healthier and more fulfilling life. Regular exercise and a healthy diet will literally add years, maybe even decades, to your life. And it will also make those extra years more rewarding as you will remain more active into old age.

We are living in a society today where more people are growing older each year but many of these people are house bound, obese and very inactive. The quality of life for millions of people is well below average.

Anyone who does not take action and strive to become fitter and healthier when they are young, risks crippling health problems later in life. So do yourself a favor and get active and start changing your life today! Still not sure where to start? Check out our 50 ways to live a healthier life.

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Notes on the publication of this article: The first part of article was originally published in March 2009 with updates following. In February 2012 all parts were combined into the article you find today.

Jon Wade studied Health Sciences at the Open University, specializing in Nutrition, Obesity, Diabetes, and COPD, and also has a BSc. from Coventry University. He has been researching and writing on fitness, diet and health since 2006, and has published an eBook, The Low GI Diet Plan.

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Are you a women who struggles with weight loss? Does your weight Yo-Yo around? A little known fact is that it is easier to lose weight for a short period than to keep weight off long-term.

Numerous studies have shown that most dieters are able to stick to their diets and lose weight initially, but after time they return to their old bad eating habits and gain the weight back. Some dieters have even rebounded badly by becoming even more overweight after dieting than when they started!

The problem is that losing weight requires a lifestyle change, not a short term diet. You have to enjoy the food that you are eating while losing weight, and learn to live with healthier habits. So how do you do it? Well, there are a number of tips and tricks which will help you not only lose weight but keep it off long-term.

Several studies have been done tracking the habits of people who have lost weight and kept it off long-term. Researchers James Hill (PhD) and Rena Wing (PhD) initiated the National Weight Control Registry (NWCR), which was used to record the habits of over 6,000 people. From this group, the average amount of weight lost per person was 70 pounds, and the time they had kept the weight off was six years!

Hill and Wing studied this group intensively, and found out that the people in the group shared a number of habits which had allowed them to keep weight off long-term:

People in the group had low-fat, calorie-controlled diets. When controlling portion size and eating low-calorie foods such as soups and vegetables (which are also high in water), it is easier to eat a lower amount of total calories per day.

By reducing the types of foods you have in your diet it can be easier not to overeat choose foods you love and dont waste calories on foods you dont.

Consistency is crucial!Whether its Monday or Sunday people who successfully keep weight off follow their eating patterns religiously. This works because you develop a habit that you use each and every day.

Developing this routine is crucial to your success, and it does get easier in time. However, it is important to treat yourself every once in a while but it is recommended that you plan these little splurges well ahead to avoid overdoing it.

Every 3 or so hours and up to 4 to 5 times daily has also been shown as a key factor in keeping weight off long-term. The feeling of being hungry is usually what causes people to relapse into bad eating habits, but by eating every 3 hours you maintain your blood sugar levels and avoid feeling hungry.

Combined with drinking extra water this strategy really works, as the extra water also helps you feel full longer.

The first thing you should do each day is have a good breakfast.It doesnt have to take a huge amount of time to prepare a simple wholegrain cereal with fruit and low-fat milk will keep you going through the morning and help you perform better during the day.

Better yet, you can prepare this the night before and have it ready in the morning!

You have to exercise. Thats right, theres no easy way around it, and the most successful in the group were exercising for around 1 hour each and every day. It can be as simple as just walking 5 or 6 miles a day but if you are having trouble losing weight it is advised to step up the intensity.

Interval training is a very good way to burn calories in a short period of time and is quite intense your heart rate will be pounding.

The most successful in the group took accountability for their weight loss and increased the intensity of their workout as well as decreased calories when the weight loss slowed. This can be done every day, every other day or once a week just be consistent.

An important note is to weigh yourself at the same time of day each time you do it as this gives the most accurate results. A good time is first thing in the morning before youve eaten anything.

A surprising habit developed by the group was that they cut their television watching time down to 10 hours every week. This would appear to give them more time to focus on getting exercise and avoid binge eating while sitting in front of the television.

If you slip up its not the end of the world, and it was shown that by keeping positive the group was more successful in losing weight. It has been shown that being negative is counterproductive to weight loss so staying positive is vital to keep you on track.

There is no right or wrong way to lose weight but what works for a coworker may not necessarily work for you. You have to find what exercises and foods you enjoy so that you can maintain a healthier lifestyle long-term.

Losing weight slowly is not only better for your body but allows you to spend more time living with healthier habits. This is vital for long-term weight loss as you adapt to your new, healthier life.

All this by Flavor-Pairing? I asked.

I met an old friend for lunch last month and I was super impressed with how good she looked.

She said, Its not so much about the Flavor-Pairing, but more about how it re-awakens what the Japanese call, the weight loss doubling molecule which signals 22-hour a day fat-burning effect in the female body.

Even though I was skeptical, Ive been struggling with my weight over the last few years, so I gave it a shot and watched the same video she did.

Well, its only a couple weeks later and you know what they say about how you cant transform your body overnight

Theyre right it actually took me 16 days to lose 22 pounds.

Now its my girlfriends asking ME what IM doing differently

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The CICO diet gets a few things wrong when it comes to healthy and sustainable weight loss.

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Much like today's Target, the CICO diet is a new-and-improved version of an old concept: If you burn more calories than you take in, you'll lose weight. This principle isn't necessarily incorrect, but it's only one small piece of the weight-loss puzzle.

Before you start equating steps and calories, consider how you can tweak CICO which stands for "calories in, calories out" for a more wholistic and ultimately effective diet plan.

Before we dive into the CICO diet, let's review some weight-loss basics. You need to burn about 3,500 calories to lose 1 pound, according to the Mayo Clinic. Trimming calories from your diet and increasing your exercise will help you create a calorie deficit (which is when you burn more calories than you consume).

This concept of calories in, calories out is the principle behind the CICO diet. If you burn more calories than you eat each day, you'll lose weight and fast. Generally speaking, this is accurate, says Bonnie Taub-Dix, RD, creator of BetterThanDieting.com and author of Read It Before You Eat It: Taking You from Label to Table. But CICO is grossly oversimplified.

In order to follow the diet, all you need to do is create a calorie deficit. By tracking your food using an app or food diary, you can find how many calories it takes to maintain your current weight. From there, you can trim anywhere between 500 to 1,000 calories per day to create a calorie deficit, according to the Mayo Clinic. That's all there is to CICO.

But losing weight isn't all about the math, Taub-Dix explains. The way we burn calories depends on the macronutrients (carbs, protein and fat) we eat. Different macros require different amounts of energy for your body to burn and process, also known as the thermic effect of food, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Protein and carbohydrates have a higher thermic affect than fat. So, foods higher in protein, for example, take more calories to digest than fat.

The CICO diet also sets up unsustainable expectations where calorie burn is concerned. "It's unrealistic to think that if you want an extra piece of bread, then you have to go run on a treadmill," Taub-Dix says. "I applaud this diet for encouraging physical activity, but this plan is not a healthy way to live."

Unlike low-carb or low-fat diet regimens, there are no restricted foods on CICO, as long as you stay in a calorie deficit, according to Shena Jaramillo, RD. On the CICO diet, 100 calories is 100 calories, whether it comes from an apple or a cookie.

But calories and nutrition aren't the same thing. This is another inherent flaw in the diet plan, Jaramillo says. The calories from an apple come with beneficial vitamins and nutrients, while we can't say the same for cookies.

"One could choose chips and hot dogs to achieve their CICO diet goal," Jaramillo says. "While this, in theory, could work to produce weight loss, these foods often do not leave us satiated and make it difficult to achieve our restricted calorie goal."

The idea with CICO is to burn more calories than you consume, but the diet doesn't set specific calorie limits. You may be tempted to slash your daily calories very low to achieve faster weight loss, but beware: Severe calorie deficits can cause your metabolism to slow, Jaramillo says. So, over time, your body will burn less and less calories to perform the same activities. This will also make it more difficult to keep the weight off. Instead, aim to cut about 500 calories per day, and make sure you're not dipping below 1,200 total calories for women or 1,500 for men.

CICO gives users a general understanding of calories and energy expenditure. It can also help build awareness around mindless eating or portion control, Jaramillo says.

The diet also encourages exercise, which is a plus. However, working out solely as a method of burning more calories probably isn't the best way to establish a healthy relationship with exercise and your body.

Despite these benefits, which are bare-minimum, the diet fails to give a proper window into nutrition and healthy eating. Losing weight by calorie-cutting alone won't necessarily improve your dietary choices and lifestyle, which is why people typically regain the weight they lose. So, while technically you can lose weight on the CICO diet, the results are likely to be short-lived.

Exercise for the overall health benefits, not to burn off calories.

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While CICO alone isn't a healthy, sustainable weight-loss method, it can be one part of a healthy plan. As CICO suggests, you will need to eat in a deficit in order to lose weight. But calories aren't the only factor to consider when you're building a meal plan. Consider these other factors to make CICO sustainable:

1. Eat Foods for Quality, Not Quantity

You can eat plenty of ultra-processed foods and stay in a caloric deficit. But they're probably not the best choice if you want long-term, sustainable weight-loss. Ultra-processed foods think: chips, soft drinks, energy bars, flavored yogurt are low in vitamins and nutrients. If your diet consists of little else, you can become nutrient deficient.

These foods are also high in saturated fats, added sugars and sodium, which can play a part in conditions like heart disease or high blood pressure, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Instead, choose a varied diet with some flexibility, Taub-Dix recommends. At each meal, prioritize nutrient-dense foods, like fruits and veggies. Plants are high in fiber, a nutrient that will boost your satiety and promote healthy digestion, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Although you can make bread or pasta fit your CICO diet calories, whole grains are a more nutritious choice. Foods like brown rice or quinoa are higher in fiber, magnesium, iron and B vitamins, according to the Whole Grains Council.

Be picky with your protein, too. As Jaramillo mentions above, hot dogs can be low in calories but they're high in preservatives. Instead, choose lean protein sources like chicken, fish or low-fat dairy.

2. Focus on Your Body, Not Your Calorie Count

Being more aware of mindless eating and portion control is another benefit of the CICO diet, which can work in your favor. Snacking while watching TV or scrolling social media can cause you to consume a lot of low-quality calories without even realizing you're doing it, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

But while the CICO diet restricts any kind of non-measured eating, like mindless snacking, try to focus on your hunger cues and food quality, instead of your calorie count, recommends Taub-Dix.

"Focus on the quality of the foods you're eating instead of just relying on calorie counts to learn the difference between being hungry or full," she says. "Those habits could create a diet that could last a lifetime, instead of one that is temporary."

3. Exercise for Your Health, Not Your Calorie Deficit

Exercise burns calories, which is why it plays a part in the CICO diet. But calorie expenditure isn't the only benefit of consistent exercise.

Regular exercise can help reduce your risk of heart disease and help manage your blood sugar levels, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Not to mention, exercise can be a great tool for coping with stress and may even improve your sleep.

"Try to move your body because you like the way it makes you look and feel not because you have to try to undo the damage you may think a french fry created," Taub-Dix says.

The CICO diet can be part of an effective weight-loss plan. Understanding how calories work in a diet is crucial but definitely not the only important piece of information. Don't knock CICO completely, but work to incorporate it into a healthier weight-loss strategy.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Lark Health, the leading chronic disease management and prevention platform, today released a year-long study of its digital Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), finding it produced positive clinical outcomes for adults at-risk for type 2 diabetes. Study participants using Larks Fully CDC-Recognized DPP experienced an average weight loss of 10 pounds, or an average loss of 4.2 percent of body weight, after completing the year-long program.

This study demonstrates Larks ability to help at-risk adults achieve long-term, clinically significant weight loss and reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes, said Dr. Jason Paruthi, MD, Medical Director at Lark. Larks coaching program, utilizing AI and connected devices, can reach millions of adults who otherwise might not have access to an in-person or telephonic DPP and provide them with highly effective coaching and guidance.

Six-hundred and ten (610) participants, with a mean age of 47 years were identified as eligible for the Lark DPP based on CDC criteria of being at-risk for type 2 diabetes. Eligible participants were prompted to enroll in the Lark DPP and were shipped a digitally connected weight scale. The Lark DPP is an engaging, highly personalized program that delivers the CDC Prevent T2 curriculum via a series of 26 weekly missions followed by a maintenance period.

In addition to overall weight loss at one year, Larks research team noted exceptional program engagement. After one year, study participants achieved a mean weight loss of 4.2 percent, while 40 percent of participants achieved a weight loss of at least 5 percent. Participants averaged 393 coaching sessions and 182 weight measurements.

Weight loss is used as a clinical proxy for DPP program effectiveness, as obesity is closely related to insulin sensitivity, blood glucose control, and risk for type 2 diabetes. Sustained weight loss at one year has been clinically proven to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to the International Journal of Clinical Practice, while a study in Diabetes Care concluded that each kilogram lost correlates with a 16 percent lower risk for type 2 diabetes. Further, health care cost savings for someone without obesity compared to someone who has obesity are estimated at $1,440 annually, while taking the CDC estimate of obesity in adults at 39.8 percent in 2015-2016, a company with 10,000 employees whose employees with obesity used the Lark DPP could potentially save over $600,000 annually.

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The very low carb, high fat ketogenic diet may provide various health benefits, including increased energy, weight loss, improved mental function, and blood sugar control (1).

The goal of this diet is to achieve ketosis, a state in which your body and brain burn fat as their main source of energy (1).

Fat adapted is one of many terms associated with this diet, but you may wonder what it means.

This article explores fat adaptation, how it differs from ketosis, its signs and symptoms, and whether its healthy.

The keto diet is based on the principle that your body can burn fat instead of carbs (glucose) for energy.

After a few days, a diet very low in carbs and high in fat puts your body in ketosis, a state in which it breaks down fatty acids to form ketone bodies for energy (1).

Fat adapted means that your body has reached a state in which it more effectively burns fat for energy. Keep in mind that this effect needs more research.

To enter ketosis, you normally eat no more than 50 and as few as 20 grams of carbs per day for several days. Ketosis may also occur during periods of starvation, pregnancy, infancy, or fasting (2, 3, 4).

Fat adaptation may start any time between 4 and 12 weeks after you enter ketosis, depending on the individual and how strictly you adhere to the keto diet. Notably, endurance athletes may adapt even sooner (5, 6, 7, 8, 9).

Fat adaptation is thought to be a long-term metabolic transition to burning fat instead of carbs. Among keto adherents, burning carbs for energy is known as carb adapted.

Most people following non-keto diets could be considered carb-adapted, although their bodies use a mixture of carbs and fats. The ketogenic diet shifts this balance to favor fat burning.

Fat adaptation has been seen in endurance athletes who follow the keto diet for up to 2 weeks, then immediately restore carb intake before a competition (5, 6).

However, fat adaptation in non-athletes has not yet been studied.

Most people burn a combination of fat and carbs, but those on the keto diet primarily burn fat. Fat adaptation is a long-term metabolic adaptation to ketosis, a state in which your body more efficiently metabolizes fat as its main energy source.

As you enter ketosis, your body begins to draw from its fat stores and dietary fat to convert fatty acids into ketone bodies for energy (1, 3).

At first, this process is often inefficient. When youre still in the initial stages of the keto diet, a sudden carb increase can easily throw you out of ketosis, as your body prefers burning carbs (1, 3).

In comparison, fat adaptation is a longer-term state of ketosis in which you consistently derive most of your energy from fat given your changes in diet. This state is believed to be more stable, as your body has transitioned to using fat as its main energy source.

However, this effect is mostly limited to anecdotal evidence and has not been studied readily in humans. Therefore, fat adaptation as an efficient and stable metabolic state is not currently supported by scientific evidence.

Theoretically, once you reach a fat-adapted state, you can introduce carbs into your diet for short periods of 714 days which allows your body to easily burn fat for energy once you return to a ketogenic diet.

However, most of this effect is limited to speculation or anecdotal reports.

People who might want to pause the keto diet for short periods include endurance athletes who may need the quick fuel that carbs supply, or those simply wanting a short break to accommodate events like the holidays.

Fat adaptation may be particularly appealing for these individuals, as you can reap ketos benefits shortly after you transition back to the diet.

However, while keto cycling may provide flexibility, its benefits for athletic performance are disputed. Some reports find that it impairs your bodys ability to metabolize carbs in the short term (10).

Thus, more research is needed on the short- and long-term health effects of this eating pattern.

Fat adaptation is a long-term metabolic state in which your body uses fat as its main source of energy. Its considered more stable and efficient than the initial state of ketosis you enter upon adopting the keto diet.

Although the signs and symptoms of fat adaptation are primarily based on anecdotal accounts, many people report experiencing fewer cravings and feeling more energized and focused.

The onset of fat adaptation is not well described in scientific literature, though there is some evidence of it in endurance athletes (5, 6).

While a few studies have shown these effects, theyre limited to a timespan of 412 months. Thus, comprehensive, long-term studies on fat adaptation are needed (7, 8, 9).

Keto enthusiasts claim that decreased appetite and cravings are one of the signs of being fat adapted.

While the hunger-reducing effects of ketosis are well documented, the duration of this state varies from study to study. As such, theres insufficient scientific evidence to support the notion that fat adaptation definitively reduces cravings (11, 12).

One study commonly cited by keto enthusiasts involves 20 middle-aged adults with obesity who were placed on a controlled, phased diet for 4 months. Its worth noting that ketosis in the study resulted from keto combined with a very low calorie diet (13, 14).

This initial keto phase, which allowed only 600800 calories per day, continued until each participant lost a target amount of weight. Peak ketosis lasted 6090 days, after which the participants were placed on diets that incorporated balanced macronutrient ratios (13, 14).

Food cravings dropped significantly over the course of the study. Whats more, during the 6090-day ketogenic phase, the participants didnt report the typical symptoms of severe calorie restriction, which include sadness, bad mood, and increased hunger (13, 14).

The reason for this is unknown, but researchers believe it could be linked to ketosis. These findings are compelling and warrant further study in larger groups of people (11).

However, you should keep in mind that extreme calorie restriction can damage your health.

The ketogenic diet was initially devised to treat children with drug-resistant epilepsy. Interestingly, children have a greater capacity to effectively use ketone bodies for energy than adults (15).

Ketone bodies, particularly one molecule called beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), have been shown to protect your brain. While not entirely clear, the effects of BHB on the brain could help explain the increased focus that long-term ketogenic dieters report (15).

All the same, more research is needed into this effect and its relationship to fat adaptation.

Some people also claim that fat adaptation improves your sleep.

However, studies suggest that these effects are limited to specific populations like children and teens with morbid obesity or those with sleep disorders (16, 17, 18, 19).

One study in 14 healthy men found that those on a ketogenic diet experienced increased deeper sleep but reduced rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. REM sleep is important because it activates brain regions associated with learning (20).

As such, overall sleep may not have improved.

A different study in 20 adults found no significant correlation between ketosis and improved sleep quality or duration (13, 14).

Thus, further research is necessary.

Though advocates claim that fat adaptation improves sleep, increases focus, and decreases cravings, research is mixed. Its also worth noting that fat adaptation isnt well defined in scientific literature. Therefore, more studies are needed.

Due to a lack of comprehensive research, the long-term health implications of the keto diet arent well understood.

One 12-month study in 377 people in Italy found some benefits, but fat adaptation was not described. Furthermore, the participants didnt experience significant changes in weight or fat mass (21).

Whats more, a study in over 13,000 adults linked long-term carb restriction to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation an irregular heart rhythm that can lead to serious complications like stroke, heart attack, and death (22).

Yet, those who developed the condition reported a much higher carb intake than what keto allows (22).

On the other hand, a 24-week study in 83 people with obesity revealed that the keto diet improved cholesterol levels (23).

Overall, more comprehensive long-term research is necessary.

The keto diet can be difficult to maintain. Short-term effects include a cluster of symptoms known as the keto flu, which includes fatigue, brain fog, and bad breath (15).

Plus, some reports indicate the diet could be associated with liver and bone damage (15).

Over the long term, its restrictions may trigger vitamin and mineral deficiencies. It may also impair the gut microbiome the collection of healthy bacteria living in your gut and cause unpleasant side effects like constipation (24, 25).

Additionally, given that very low carb diets are associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation, those with heart conditions should consult their physician before implementing keto (22).

Whats more, one case study in a 60-year-old man cautioned against the keto diet for those with type 2 diabetes, as he developed a dangerous condition called diabetic ketoacidosis though the man also incorporated periods of fasting after a year on the diet (26).

Finally, people with gallbladder disease should not adopt this diet unless directed to do so by a healthcare provider, as increased fat intake can exacerbate symptoms like gallbladder stones. Prolonged intake of high fat foods can also increase your risk of developing this illness (27).

Although more research is needed on the effects of fat adaptation, long-term keto dieting may be unsafe for those with heart conditions, type 2 diabetes, or gallbladder disease.

Fat adaptation is a long-term metabolic adjustment to ketosis, a state in which your body burns fat for fuel instead of carbs. Its commonly claimed as one of the benefits of the keto diet.

Fat adaptation is said to result in decreased cravings, increased energy levels, and improved sleep. It may also be more stable and efficient than initial ketosis.

Nonetheless, more research is needed to not only determine the long-term effects of the keto diet but also how fat adaptation works.

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Statistically speaking, long term investing is a profitable endeavour. But that doesnt mean long term investors can avoid big losses. For example the Perrigo Company plc (NYSE:PRGO) share price dropped 67% over five years. Thats not a lot of fun for true believers. On the other hand the share price has bounced 8.7% over the last week.

Check out our latest analysis for Perrigo

In his essay The Superinvestors of Graham-and-Doddsville Warren Buffett described how share prices do not always rationally reflect the value of a business. One way to examine how market sentiment has changed over time is to look at the interaction between a companys share price and its earnings per share (EPS).

Perrigo became profitable within the last five years. Most would consider that to be a good thing, so its counter-intuitive to see the share price declining. Other metrics may better explain the share price move.

The modest 1.6% dividend yield is unlikely to be guiding the market view of the stock. Revenue is actually up 0.5% over the time period. So it seems one might have to take closer look at the fundamentals to understand why the share price languishes. After all, there may be an opportunity.

The image below shows how earnings and revenue have tracked over time (if you click on the image you can see greater detail).

We like that insiders have been buying shares in the last twelve months. Having said that, most people consider earnings and revenue growth trends to be a more meaningful guide to the business. This free report showing analyst forecasts should help you form a view on Perrigo

Weve already covered Perrigos share price action, but we should also mention its total shareholder return (TSR). Arguably the TSR is a more complete return calculation because it accounts for the value of dividends (as if they were reinvested), along with the hypothetical value of any discounted capital that have been offered to shareholders. Dividends have been really beneficial for Perrigo shareholders, and that cash payout explains why its total shareholder loss of 65%, over the last 5 years, isnt as bad as the share price return.

Its good to see that Perrigo has rewarded shareholders with a total shareholder return of 21% in the last twelve months. Thats including the dividend. Theres no doubt those recent returns are much better than the TSR loss of 19% per year over five years. We generally put more weight on the long term performance over the short term, but the recent improvement could hint at a (positive) inflection point within the business. While it is well worth considering the different impacts that market conditions can have on the share price, there are other factors that are even more important. Like risks, for instance. Every company has them, and weve spotted 2 warning signs for Perrigo (of which 1 doesnt sit too well with us!) you should know about.

Perrigo is not the only stock that insiders are buying. For those who like to find winning investments this free list of growing companies with recent insider purchasing, could be just the ticket.

Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on US exchanges.

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We aim to bring you long-term focused research analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Thank you for reading.

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From fancy vacations to days spent trying to soak up as much sun as possible, Spring Break is a time for college students to relax and take a break from the stress that comes with being in school. But along with this sense of relaxation, Spring Break brings a heavy, easily overlooked stigma.

When it comes to prepping for Spring Break, young college students often find themselves with an unhealthy habit of finding new ways to perfect their body image. Whether its through weight-loss trends on the social media app TikTok, or slimming down through small diets and excessive exercise, its possible for young people to find themselves in a dangerous state of mind and health.

Student Health services physician and eating disorder team member Dr. Gayle Ponder said although an instant Spring Break body may be desired, it takes months to actually achieve anything similar.

There is no quick way, Ponder said. Students may find some quick success in a very restrictive diet, but it is not going to be healthy or sustainable in the long run. Students need to be thinking of this goal months in advance to achieve it in a healthy way.

The amount of temptations that come with being in college often cause weight loss and toning up to be pushed back until Spring Break is just within reach. Ponder said this need to get into shape quickly has several negative effects.

If a person is really restricting calories it may result in fast weight loss, but it also can result in fatigue, irritability, low blood sugar or even muscle breakdown, Ponder said.

With younger generations, it has been found that social media plays a major role in body image. Ponder said social media allows for instant comparison that is often a false reality.

Photos can be altered and only the exciting parts of life are shared, Ponder said. People start depending on likes and follows to define self-worth, the perfect body image or the perfect life for that matter. We humans tend to feel that if we cannot look like or be like the images before us then we are not worthy.

In order to maintain both a healthy mind and body when trying to achieve ones physical goals, Bethany Smith, assistant director of Counseling and Psychological Services, said students must set realistic expectations for their individual body types.

Poor body image can lead to low self-worth, depression, anxiety, poor eating and exercise habits, shame and even thoughts of suicide, Smith said. Focusing on health and the way someone feels instead of a number on the scale is important along with recognizing their worth as separate from appearance.

Although Spring Break is known to bring up unhealthy habits, if gone about correctly, it can prevent long-term negative outcomes and practices.

Spring Break is a short time period, but the preparation of unhealthy habits that can occur prior to that time can have negative effects, Smith said. Working to understand that healthy habits and building self-worth separate from appearance or just one thing can help students feel good about themselves and be successful in their personal and academic endeavors.

In order to stay happy and healthy even after Spring Break has come and gone, Ponder said studying, sleep and exercise could be key to making college students more aware of exactly how they are treating their bodies.

If students could come to college thinking that they need to find things they enjoy to stay active, yes, you can splurge and have fun, but you have to balance it with your lean proteins and vegetables as well, Ponder said. Sleep is important if you set priorities, meaning you may have to cut out activities that are not at the top of the list.

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