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Fasting has been an important part of our culture from the very beginning. Even science backs its astonishing health benefits. The age-old tradition has made a comeback in the form of Intermittent Fasting. It is gaining global exposure at a rapid speed, especially among weight watchers. However, it is important to note that Intermittent fasting is not any diet, it is a way of living. To follow IF, you have to fast for some specific hours of the day and eat only in the remaining hours. Most people fast for 16 hours and eat during the remaining 8 hours of the day. There are multiple ways of doing it, depending on one's comfort level. The fasting time varies from 14 to 16 hours. It might seem simple, but it has its own set of rules. People often make small mistakes while following intermittent fasting, which can ruin all their efforts. If you are following this diet and not seeing results, then look out for these common mistakes.

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The Perrio siblings, also known as one-ton family, collectively weigh over 2,000 pounds. At the beginning of their weight-loss journey, Roshanda weighed 783 pounds, Brandie 650 pounds and their brother, Clarence, the least of all, 583 pounds at the age of 33. After a lot of effort, all three siblings managed to lose a certain amount of weight, following which Dr Nowzaradan approved them for weight-loss surgery.

Roshanda, who lost over 300 pounds since 2018, tell the viewers in the latest (May 20) episode, Im more motivated than ever to do this. Im going to keep going and pushing ahead until I get to my goal, and I know were gonna come back together as a family.

Meanwhile, Clarence who quit the program to focus on his own weight-loss journey has managed to lose over 200 pounds since he appeared in the original episode. In Wednesday's episode, he says, I came to realize that where I need to be is focused on what will help me keep making progress and not on doing things that are a waste and taking me off of that focus.

The siblings meet with the weight-loss surgeon in Houston for the skin removal procedure. However, on stepping on the scale the siblings realize that they had only gained more weight since their visit despite working out intensely.

Although the Perrios feel they have achieved a significant result, Dr Now isnt convinced with the numbers on the scale. When he tells Roshanda, Brandie and Clarence that he would consider the skin removal surgery only after he witnesses them meet their target weight, Clarence makes a joke that doesnt serve the surgeon too well.

Clarence says hes happy with his weight loss as he can finally have an erection, to which Dr Now responds saying he can go without too many details. Dr Now adds that hes most disappointed with Roshanda and feels that the siblings share a dysfunctional dynamic, enabling one another.

However, Roshanda gets into action soon after her meeting with Dr Now as shes determined to lose all the extra pounds and undergo skin removal surgery before her birthday which is due soon.

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On many occasions we seekHow to burn that fat that we have in the abdomen and that we can not get rid of, no matter how much we exercise or eat better.Many of us have tried to get hold ofsmoothies to lose weight,reduce fat, purify our body, in short, feel better. For this we proposea fruit-based smoothie and an ingredient that often goes unnoticedand that, in addition to flavor, it is beneficial for the kidney and digestive system, relieves flatulence and cramps and is none other than parsley.

For itWe will need half a melon, two cucumbers, two pears, the juice of two lemons and about 20 grams of parsley.In addition, we will use 250 milliliters of water to better liquefy all the ingredients. It is also advisable to use some chia seeds. This seed contains twice as much protein as any other similar type of seed. To use them we must leave them to soak for about 20 minutes.We can also leave them overnightAnd when we discover them we will see how they have acquired a gelatinous texture that will sweeten their flavor.This smoothie will help us lose weight easily and quicklyand it is also one of the cheapest we can do in our own house and thus be able to lose weight easily and without starving.These types of shakes also help improve skin.and the hair to be full of vitamins and antioxidants.

In our blenderWe will start by throwing the two cucumbers completely peeled, the two pears peeled, without seeds and in more or less medium pieces. We will cut the melon half so that it enters the blender glass without problems and we will also pour it into the blender.We will use between 10 and 20 grams of parsley and the juice of the two lemons.When beating we must make sure that the mixture is as liquefied as we want. As for parsley, the more we use it will be better for the properties of our smoothie, although it must be recognized that perhaps the flavor can be very strong.This smoothie can replace a breakfast or dinner, you can not abuse this type of drinks so much as to replace them with a meal, the main one of the day. With these ingredients we will have about a liter and a half of this drink. LOr it is better to refrigerate it in order to use it if we have not finished it the first time it was taken.

This smoothie helps detoxify the body,to burn localized fat and thanks to the properties of the fruit, parsley and chia will even serve our kidneys well.

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Weight Loss Diets: The perfect shake to lose weight and burn fat in a short time and effectively - Explica

Although over the last few months, many scientists and nutritionists have made efforts on social networks to try to spread the idea that there is no magic recipe to lose weight beyond that the only way to lose weight with health is to fall into a caloric deficit (consuming more calories than consumed), today some studies with proven efficacy have found that There are some infusions that can help you in a task that is not easy today, and less considering that we live in a moment of confinement in which it is more than difficult to take a single minute to exercise.

In this sense, several studies have shown in recent weeks how green tea can help you reduce fat and lose weight. Green tea is a type of infusion that, as explained in the latest issue of Mens Health magazine internationally, is made of the same ingredients as black but processed differently.

The first thing you have to be clear about is that if you start drinking infusions you will have fewer times to consume caloric and sugary drinks so, by subtracting those empty calories that you ingest with certain liquids, it will be easier for you to lose weight.

In addition, a recent study has shown that a fairly large number of overweight people who drank green tea or one of its extracts lost more weight than those who did not drink it. In the aforementioned article, it is commented, for example, that a recent study by the University of Oklahoma revealed that people who drank tea lost almost a kilo more than people who did not do so during the first month in which they began to control their diet. . In addition, and what is almost more important for the scientific studies on weight loss, many of those who managed to reduce the numbers on the scale attacked obesity where they were most interested: in the abdominal fat that was the most reduced. of all.

If there is something that concerns both the female and the male sex when it comes to losing weight, that is undoubtedly the belly. It is there where many look when they want to lose weight although this summer there is not too much beach to show off.

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Losing weight can leave dieters with more energy, increased confidence, and loose skin. Although some creams promise magical firming powers, surgical removal is the only effective option. John David Glaude, who runs the account Obese to Beast on YouTube, posted about his decision not to have extra skin removed in a new video.

In the video, Glaude stands shirtless to show viewers the extra skin remaining after losing a significant amount of weight.

"This is not what I would have wanted after losing 160 pounds. I would have wanted to have a perfect body, right? But that's not the case."

Over time, Glaude says he's come to accept his body as it is. "I've had lose skin for years and years and years now, and I am happy person. I am happy with my body," he explains.

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Glaude answers some of the most common questions people have about loose skin, like whether the condition causes pain. Although Glaude hasn't experienced irritation, he explains some people may suffer from chafing and irritation.

The YouTube star also answers the one question he receives most: why doesn't he get surgery?

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Glaude says he doesn't want to take the risk that comes with a major elective surgery. Plus, he's come to appreciate his body and doesn't mind the loose skin.

"This past year, I've actually gotten a lot more comfortable with my body than I ever have been."

Glaude doesn't push others to follow his path, but he does encourage people to wait until they've tried to accept their bodies, too.

"It's worth a shot to put it off just a little bit."

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If years ago what everyone wanted to lose weight was talking about going to the gym and getting pounded doing sports, now many nutritionists and sports experts have turned the tables.New trends in the world of nutrition warn that leading a healthy life is no longer (or at least not only) a matter of doing sports.Over the years and with an increasingly powerful food industry and the increase in sedentary lifestyle and associated diseases such as obesity, consumption trends have changed and now there are many people who, as nutritionists themselves report, They cannot lose weight for much sport that they do. So it is necessary to put aside junk food and start eating real food.

In this link we told you yesterday an example of a woman who had succeeded. The photo speaks for itself. The results are surprising. Once you change your diet then you do have to start exercising. And the first step is to start the house little by little and by the foundations. That is: do not face the first day a half marathon.Just do the fashionable exercise that everyone talks about and that more and more people practice.It is simple: just walk. Doing about 15,000 steps each day will suffice.

More and more people are joining this trend. And it is a way of exercising without you noticing it excessively. In fact, several viral coach challenges circulate around the network that try to improve the lives of their followers.What does it consist on? In that you get a smart phone or an activity bracelet and count the steps you take. The goal is for you to exceed 15,000 each day. If you succeed, put a mark on the calendar and start introducing small actions that can lead you to move more and (therefore) burn more calories.

Keep in mind that moving (in this link you can read how beneficial it is, for example, doing it after each meal or each dinner), will make your body activate and burn more calories. If you do more than 15,000 steps a day (or even reach 20.00)you can subtract 4,000 calories.A challenge at the height of a few for which even groups (both women and men) have set up that periodically go out across Spain to walk together.

But this is not the only action you can do. Quite the contrary. Moving and walking has to be a complement.In fact, scholars assure that if you add to this, for example, a renunciation of alcohol or ultraprocessed, the changes in your body you will begin to notice before. And that is the last of the keys that nutritionists transmit: losing weight is a matter of time. You have to be patient because the results are not achieved in a moment or a minute. Every effort has its rewards.

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Adam Scherr, better known as WWE's reigning Universal Champion, Braun Strowman, is feeling his oats of late. This week, the wrestler shared a shirtless mirror selfie showing off his visibly toned six-pack abs following his recent weight loss. With a billed weight of 385 pounds in the ring, Scherr revealed he currently weighs 355 pounds in quarantine a drop of 30 pounds.

Giving a shout out to MegaFit Meals which he credits with helping him lose weight and maintain his gains, Scherr said his ripped body has got him feeling like a "sexual Tyrannosaurus Rex." It's still unclear what he means precisely by that. He's got the "big and scary" part down, although his arms look perfectly proportionate to his body... not to mention jacked.

Scherr has also recently posted to his Instagram Story about how happy he was to be getting back to his training after weeks of uncertainty during the pandemic, sharing a series of workout videos from the recently reopened Ironclad Gym in Florida.

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While he's one of the largest fighters in the WWE (they don't call him the "Monster Among Men" for nothing), Scherr has cut his weight down considerably from his strongman days. Prior to his wrestling career, he competed in numerous strongman events, winning the North American Strongman U.S. Amateur National Championship in 2011, and the Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championship in 2012, earning himself an invitation to the Arnold Classic the following year, before he decided to enter the ring in 2014.

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If youre trying to lose weight fast, it can be easy to get caught up with fad diet or other 'quick fixes' that promise a flat stomach in days.That's especially true if you are stuck at home on lockdown, and scoffing barbecue in your newly acquired hot tub. Sure, you can now exercise outdoors as much as you like, but youre still likely to be moving less and eating more, especially if you are usually a gym goer, and havent been able to acquire home gym equipment to tide you over.

Don't worry; there are ways to lose weight and lose belly fat that are tried and trusted. It might not be the easy and quick weight loss of your dreams, but it's very doable. We have nothing against the keto diet, for instance, but a lot of people will find it is difficult to fit into their lifestyle. We've tried to keep these diet, workout and weight-loss tips as simple as possible so you can get fit and in shape, in 2020.

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So, if you're serious about losing weight, you've come to the right place. We won't promise you'll get a six pack in as many hours, but we can guarantee expert advice and key tips for losing weight quickly, but in a healthy and sustainable way.Weve also got the lowdown on the best exercise for losing weight fast, and all the gear youll need to get started.

The best way for you to lose weight fast will depend on your starting point, your end goal, and your lifestyle. In this article we lay out ten strategies that are applicable to everyone, whether you're a fitness novice looking to shed several stone, or you simply require motivation to keep going.

Generally speaking the best way to lose weight quickly, and maintain that weight loss, is to follow a steady, manageable plan. Dont try to take on more than you can reasonably fit into one day, unless youre willing to make the sacrifice. Most likely sleep or your social life.

The NHS recommends that you aim to lose no more than 2 lbs (1kg) per week; anymore than that and you risk burning out and giving up.With that in mind, here are ten strategies to get you losing weight quickly.

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The short answer to the question of how to lose weight fast is to achieve a consistent calorie deficit. That is, burn more calories than you consume.

If you eat 2,500 calories a day the recommended daily amount for a man, although of course this can vary wildly depending on your height, weight and frame and burn 3,000, you are in a calorie deficit.

If, however, you burn 3,000 but have consumed 3,500, youre not in a calorie deficit, even though you've almost certainly been working out a lot have burned that much energy.

What you need to do is ensure youre eating the right food and doing the right exercise so that youre sufficiently full and satisfied even when consuming fewer calories than you burn. Here's how...

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As we alluded to above, a common pitfall that many people experience when trying to lose weight is that as they start exercising more, they feel like they need to eat more to keep their energy levels up and consequently fail to see results.Instead, we recommend adapting your diet to get the most out of your calories.

All foods have different energy densities. Foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains have low energy density, which means you will get fuller faster when eating these than you would high energy density foods.

Nutritionist Jenna Hope explains: Proteins and healthy fats promote more stable blood glucose levels, keeping you fuller across a time period and less likely to crave sugar or over eat, and so these are the kinds of foods you should get the majority of your calories from.

Consuming the same amount of calories as you are now (or fewer if possible), but getting more nutritional value from them will help you feel fuller for longer and lose weight more quickly as a result.

Cutting down on sugar will help reduce your waistline

We all know that some foods and some food groups are healthier than others, and that we need every type of food in our diet. The problem is that many of us arent getting the right balance.

Spoon Guru nutritionist Isabel Butler (MSc, ANutr) recommends that the best way to reduce weight and maintain the weight loss is by simply eating a balanced and healthy diet, without refusing yourself particular foods If you do cut out foods, you need to make sure your diet is still balanced and you are getting the nutrients your body needs from other sources.

For example, unless you're training to become a weightlifter, there's nothing wrong with carbs per se despite what keto diet fans might tell you but the biggest food culprit when it comes to hindering weight loss is the simple carbohydrate.

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Compared to complex carbs like beans, whole grains and vegetables, which break down and release energy slowly, thereby keeping you full and energised, simple carbs such as sugar and starchy foods which break down into sugars such as pasta and spuds give you a shorter boost of energy, then leave you wanting more.

The likelihood is that the more simple carbs you eat, the more youll end up eating overall, harming the balance of your calorie deficit.

One easy trick if you're a carb fan is to swap out white pasta or rice for courgetti, or noodles made from other vegetables like butternut squash. This can make an arrabiata, curry or stir fry much lower in calories. Youll hardly notice the difference when youre eating it, but youll be fuller for longer despite consuming fewer calories.

Spiralizing vegetables is a great alternative to pasta

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Sometimes its a real struggle to reduce the calories you take in, or even just to track them. If youre constantly on the move and dont have the time to count calories, or you have the best intentions and are cooking fresh with ingredients that arent all labelled with their nutrition info broken down, then accurately tracking calories can be a nightmare.

To ensure youre getting a good mix of nutrients, as well as all-important protein, you could try a food substitute such as Huel.

This is not marketed as a dietary aid, but it is highly nutritious, and makes calorie counting a lot easier. A word of caution though: Huel may replace meals from a nutritional standpoint, but slurping a cool, slightly slimy milkshake instead of getting your teeth into a warm, healthy paella isnt for everyone.

Some people thrive on intermittent fasting, which means significantly cutting calories or completely fasting for a portion of the day or week, and then eating normally for the rest.

The most popular form of intermittent fasting is the 5:2 diet, where you eat normally for five days a week but then eating no more than 600 calories two days a week.

Theres also the 16:8 diet, which is a bit different. With this diet you can eat anything for 8 hours a day, but can only drink water during a 16 hour fast. The recommended time to eat is between 10am and 6pm, although this can be flexible depending on what time youd prefer to start or end eating (as long as you stay within an eight hour window).

The benefits of intermittent fasting is that during the fast period the body will run out of carbohydrates to run on, and so start to take energy from the bodys fat stores, thus starting to burn that belly fat once and for all.

Drinking water will also rehydrate during exercise

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Drinking more water especially before a meal can help us to feel fuller, thereby helping us to stop eating sooner and consume fewer calories than we otherwise would have.

What's more, few of us consider what we drink when we total up our daily calorie count and so potentially hundreds of extra calories can sneak into our bodies. Replacing fruit juices, fizzy drinks and even tea and coffee with water means we can save up our calorie allowance for the good stuff: the food that fills us up.

Top tip: keep a reusable water bottle with you at all times and restrict what else you drink. This can feel like a hard habit to break at first, but is surprisingly easy to maintain once you have a zero calorie drink to hand 24/7.

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Reducing the amount of alcohol we drink also comes with benefits. Most obviously, alcoholic drinks are often very calorific, so drinking less alcohol means consuming fewer calories. Simple.

Secondly, drinking alcohol increases our appetite, so were more likely to eat more than usual and more of the bad stuff when weve been drinking. Cheesy chips, Im looking at you.

Lastly, we all know how we feel after a night of heavy drinking. Ready for a session and the gym and a day eating fruit, veg and simple carbohydrates? We didnt think so. Drinking alcohol not only means we take in more calories at the time, but can affect our ability to function well and make healthy choices the next day.

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Now weve tackled diet and nutrition (calories in), its time to look at exercise (calories out).

Even if you're eating healthily and are reasonably active in your daily life, its unlikely youll be able to lose weight quickly without additional exercise, whether that's running, gym, crossfit, team sports, cycling or any of the other myriad activities available.

What's more, working out will make you look and feel better and in our view, once you start looking and feeling better, it gets a lot easier to find the will power needed to improve your diet.

When it comes to choosing what type of exercise you do, the most important thing is that it's something you enjoy and will stick to. Don't force yourself to run if chances are you'll be walking ten minutes in.

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There are two main types of exercise: cardio training and weight or resistance training.

Both burn calories, the difference is that whilst cardio burns a lot of calories upfront, weight training continues to to burn calories post workout.

This is because weight training builds muscle, and muscle burns more than fat as you carry out day-to-day tasks. In short, the greater your muscle:fat ratio, the more calories you burn even when you are standing still.

Weight training may seem daunting, but you dont have to join a gym and face up to the squat rack right away. There are so many weight exercises you can do at home with simple bits of equipment from dumbbells to kettlebells, and balls to ropes.

Were not going to cover all the exercises you can do with weights here, so why not pick the body part you want to start burning fat from and toning up, and check out one of our guides below:

All of this aside, dont neglect cardio, as cardio workouts are important for fitness and stamina, and will still burn calories.

Kettlebells are a very powerful weightloss tool

As well doing both cardio and weight training, if you want to lose weight its also important to vary the intensity with which you exercise.

In any given week, and within any given workout, you should exercise both aerobically (a little out of breath but not gasping) and anaerobically (going flat out, like when running for a bus).

Aerobic exercise needs oxygen to give muscles energy and generally requires moderate exertion. Examples include gentler running, cycling and swimming.

Its a crucial part of losing weight quickly because it uses both sugar and fat as its energy source, but to burn fat you need to do it for long enough that youve burned through your sugar stores first.

Anaerobic exercise, on the other hand, primarily uses sugar as its fuel. This doesnt mean that its not good for weight loss, though. Anaerobic exercise helps build muscle, and as we explained above, this will help you burn calories even when youre resting. Anaerobic exercises are generally high intensity, for example sprinting and weight lifting.

A running watch or fitness tracker will help you to know what intensity exercise you're doing. As they either have built-in heart-rate trackers or pair with ones you strap to your chest, they can show you how hard you're working out and let you know when you need to push it harder.

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Keep track of your weight loss and fitness goals with a running watch

Its important to decide how you want to measure your success and keep track consistently, understanding that you will see daily fluctuations due to things like digestive contents and water retention.

Running watches are the easiest way to track your progress, remain motivated and keep weight off. Depending how fancy you go, you can track pretty much any metric that works for you, certainly way beyond whether youve achieved your 10,000 steps. Whether its weight, BMI, resting heart rate, calories burned or activity level, the best running watch will track it all.

Many wearables branded as fitness trackers also have a stab at these more advanced metrics nowadays, but we'd always recommend a watch over a band.

Another way to keep track of your progress is the old fashioned method of weighing yourself. The great thing about modern bathroom scales is they don't just tell you your weight; they also let you know your body fat percentage.

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This is a much, much better metric to track than weight alone. If you're working out while dieting you can easily put on weight, even when running a calorie deficit, just because muscle is denser than fat so there can be less of you, yet weight more.

Now, although the calculations of body fat percentage scales produce are based on sound science, accuracy can vary. The key thing to note is that if the overall trend is going down, you're doing well.

We can't stress enough the importance of giving your body time to lose weight. You can lose weight faster by using the right gear and having the right knowledge and attitude, but you'll likely need to redefine what 'fast' means to you.

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How to lose weight: 10 strategies for weight loss that work in lockdown (or out) - T3

When you are overweight, you not only struggle with a myriad of health conditions but also have to face unsolicited comments and namecalling. However, it was a self-defense class which actually changed Gaurav's outlook towards the whole situation and kickstarted his weight loss journey. If you are looking for an inspirational real-life weight loss journey, keep reading.Name: Gaurav BinaniOccupation: ServiceAge: 39 years

Height: 5 feet 3 inchesCity: Kolkata

Highest weight recorded: 80 kgs

Weight lost: 22 kgs

Duration it took me to lose weight: 1 year approximately

The turning point: From namecalling to body shaming, when you are overweight, you experience life from a very different lens. I have always wanted to learn a form of self-defense, so I enrolled myself for the same last year. However, in the first class itself, I felt really embarrassed as I wasn't able to be a part of the class due to all the extra kilos. So, in addition to the challenges I was already facing in my daily life, not being able to perform well in the self-defence class was a huge blow. That was the day I decided to take charge of my life and lose all the extra kilos! From that day, I have never really looked back.My breakfast: 1 bowl mixed fruits, 2 pieces of besan dhokla with green chutneyMy lunch: A glass of warm water 15 minutes before lunch. For my lunch, I eat 4 to 5 pieces of oat moong dal tikki and 1 glass of coconut water

My dinner: 1.5 bowls of moong dal shorba +1/2 bowl sauteed vegetables and 1 glass lemon cooler or 1 glass of bel sherbet (no sugar)

Pre-workout meal: 1 cup of black coffee +1 tablespoon of pure ghee

Post-workout meal: 1 glass of sattu water (2.5 tablespoons of sattu in a glass of water)

I indulge in: Chocolates

My workout: Bodyweight exercises like callisthenics and strength training on alternative days

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: Sabudana, fruit bowl and sauteed vegetables.

Fitness secrets I unveiled: When you are trying to lose weight and get back in shape, it is important that you reserve one day per week to rest. Also, strength training is as important in your fitness journey as doing cardio. One should keep changing the diet and exercise routine periodically as the human body quickly adapts to the routine.

How do I stay motivated? Whenever I used to feel down and out, I pay attention to the compliments I get for my transformation and take a look at my old photographs. It reminds me that if I do not exercise or eat well, I can easily go back to how I was a year ago. Also, my personal trainer played a huge role in keeping me motivated. I have won a few physical fitness competitions and completed a 10-kilometre marathon in 53 minutes. These achievements act as a driving force of motivation as well.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus? Whenever I feel that I am straying from the path of fitness, I push myself harder and try my hands at something I havent unable to do in a long time. I have also understood the importance of mediation in calming me down and helping me focus on my weight loss journey. Remember, sometimes it is okay to slow down and relax.

Whats the most difficult part of being overweight? When you are overweight, you not only lack mobility and agility but are also prone to various disease. Also, you miss out on a lot of opportunities in life as you struggle with stamina and under confidence.What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? I have always wanted to get a V-shaped body! Additionally, I also want to be healthy enough to start trekking.

What are the lifestyle changes you made? I have made a lot of lifestyle changes in order to get back in shape. Some of them are:

1.No sweets or sugar-laden products2. I have put a limit on the intake of high-calories food items3. Minimised the consumption of white flour (maida)

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Weight loss story: 'I was tired of stupid remarks and comments. So, I lost 22 kilos and got my life back! - Times of India

Weight loss can be a daunting journey for many and some may find that they are not losing as much weight as they should be. Many people find themselves mindlessly snacking because of certain emotions or situations like boredom. However an expert has revealed some snacking tips that people should be mindful of when they are trying to achieve weight loss.

Nutrition expert Dr Michael Mosley told theExpress.co.uk: At the heart of weight gain is the hormone, insulin. One of the main reasons why so many people struggle to lose weight is not because they are idle or greedy but because their muscles have become resistant to insulin.

Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas. It controls your blood sugar levels, but it does far more than that. It also controls fat storage.

When you eat a meal, particularly one that is rich in sugary carbs, your insulin levels go up.

Also another reason why many people are not seeing weight loss results as quick as they wish to is because regular snacking builds up your calorie intake.

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People often find themselves snacking without thinking because of certain emotions or situations like boredom.

Dr Mosely added: When you eat a bit too much and do too little exercise, fat builds up inside your muscles. This is why we strongly encourage people to also increase their activity levels alongside the diet and move more, as this will enhance the improvement in blood sugar levels.

He explains that there are a number of low calorie foods that can be used to increase your overall food volume.

It is also possible to find low calorie snacks (between 50-100 calories a serving) which means you can supplement your three small meals with a couple of extra snacks if you need something to keep you going throughout the day.

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Here are some low fat snacks that could help you last from meal to meal.

Miso soup

Dr Mosely said: At 21 calories a serving, miso soup is very nutritious, warming, tasty and comforting. It is a great way to fill up between meals. It is also very convenient to pop a sachet into a work bag - as all you need to do is add boiling water.

Chopped vegetable sticks

The nutrition expert explains how vegetable sticks are a great option to snack on.

He says: There are so many varieties to opt for too - so you could vary your snacks to avoid boredom. Try slices of a tricolour of peppers; carrot batons; celery sticks; or florets of cauliflower, and because they are fibrous too, they will make you feel fuller between meals.

Berries

Dr Mosely explains how a serving of 100g of blueberries comes in at around 57 calories but can satisfy a sweet craving.

They are also a superfood and have many health benefits like being high in antioxidants.

Nuts

Dr Mosely said: Nuts are a great source of protein and fibre. However, I would advise avoiding salted or sweetened nuts, which can be moreish. 2 almonds equals 28 calories while 7 walnut halves equal 90 calories.

Staying hydrated is really important when trying to lose weight, it will not only keep you hydrated but can also keep hunger at bay.

Dr Mosely also recommends brushing your teeth as soon as you have had your last meal of the day. He says it will help you keep away from all the snacks and it indicates that it is the end of the day.

When trying to achieve weight loss, many people often do it through a diet.

Dr Micheal Mosely founded the healthy lifestyle plan known as The Fast 800. There are three different lifestyle plans which he recommends trying to achieve weight loss.

The first way is known as The Very Fast 800. This involves eating 800 calories a day for a minimum of two weeks.

However it is important to consult a doctor or dietician before undertaking any major diet as everyones body is different and requires a different amount of calories. It may not be healthy for your body to have a sudden decrease in calorie intake so quickly.

One way is the 5:2 diet. This is known as intermittent fasting. For two days a week, you can eat 800 calories, these are known as fasting days. For the other five, you can eat what you wish, sticking to a healthy balanced diet.

One is the Way of Life. This involves eating a healthy Mediterranean-style diet. This doesnt involve calorie counting, just portion control. Portion control will help reduce your daily calorie intake while still eating the same foods.

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