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Between 2013 and 2016, the total number of adults who tried to lose weight was 49.1%. From weight loss supplements to taking admission in a fitness program, people try everything to achieve slim bodies.

Its now common knowledge that skipping meals is an unhealthy weight loss practice and receives heavy criticism from nutritionists and health experts. Though diet challenges are far from healthy, it is not advisable. But we have come up with great ideas such as choosing the right food and changing lifestyle to help you lose excess fats safely without losing the muscle mass.

With thisshort and easy-to-follow guide, weight loss is no big task for you.

1Watch Your Calorie Intake

Weight losshas a direct relationship with your calorie consumption. While a significantreduction in calorie intake is not realistic, health experts suggest cuttingout some calories from diet daily. If an adult cut 500 calories a day, he/shemight reduce one to two pounds at the end of the week. It looks like theeasiest way to cut calories is to skip a meal, but it leads to a significantdrop in blood sugar which is dangerous.

2Plan A Healthy Breakfast Routine

One thing that most people do to kick-start their weight loss journey is skipping the first meal of the day. Evidence suggests that skipping breakfast is bad for health and makes people hungrier. So, if youve skipped your breakfast, chances are higher for you to overeat at lunchtime. However, if you are really concerned about your meals, then make a bowl of whole-grain cereals in low-fat dairy mixed with fresh strawberries and cranberries. Moreover, you can learn some amazing breakfast recipes and encourage yourself to eat a healthy breakfast.

3Get More Steps In Your Day

Increasingyour step count is the most natural way to lose weight. If you are someone whodoesnt want to start a weight loss journey with intensive workouts, then gofor a walk daily. Go on a walk with a neighbor or walk to the mart to shop foryour groceries, a 15 to 30-minute walk is essential for weight loss andimproving your mental and physical health.

4Stop Weighing Yourself Daily

Our weightcan fluctuate daily depending on a number of factors including frequency ofbowel movement, hormonal changes, and fluid balance. A slight drop in weightmight encourage you, but the opposite makes sense as well. For this reason,people aiming to lose weight should not check their weight daily as it cancause anxiety, and you might end up binge-eating.

5Control your Stress

Most of thetime, its the stress that makes weight-loss tough for people. For some people,stress can cause weight loss, but for most people, it can cause weight gain.For example, when students are overly stressed due to the overwhelming burdenof assignments and exams, they eat high-fat calorie-rich foods such as fries,hamburger, chocolates, and cold drinks. By managing your stress, it is expectedthat you can reduce your cravings. Add some de-stressing exercises in yourroutine like yoga. If it doesnt work, visit a behavioral specialist.

6Go For Fiber & Protein-RichDiets

Instead ofskipping meals, put a full stop on your cravings with healthy and tummy-fillingmeals. Prepare protein- and fiber-rich meals as they can help you feel moresatisfied while being on a weight loss journey. Make sure that you evenlydistribute your fiber and protein intake evenly throughout the day.

7Go For Weight-Loss Friendly Snacks

Not all snacks are bad for you. Replace sodium-rich meals and carbs with healthy snacks to help you keep your resolutions like popcorn, nutrition bars, nuts, and dark chocolate. You can also prepare your own low-calorie easy-to-make snacks for munching during your favorite show at Netflix. Some examples include celery sticks with cheese dip, roasted salted chickpeas, yogurt banana dessert, hummus, oatmeal with walnuts and almonds, and homemade dry fruit trail mix.

8Shut The Kitchen Door

Set a timewhen you stop eating, preferably after your dinner so you wont go for a midnightsnack. A more favorable strategy is to make changes in your kitchen. For example,post sticky-notes on your refrigerator to remind yourself about yourresolution. This small activity will help you achieve a healthy mindset.Moreover, replace unhealthy foods such as chips, soda cans, candies, beverages,and ice cream with fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, lean protein, poultry eggs,and Greek yogurt.

9Learn About Portion Control

Portion control isnt really about eating a tiny portion of food. Instead, it is about differentiating between foods that you can consume plentifully and foods that you need to keep an eye on. To control your portion size, take a small plate, take veggies first, drink water before your meal, and eat slowly.

10Change Your Lifestyle

Perhaps themost critical factor responsible for your obesity is your sedentary lifestyle. Includingregular exercise will boost your metabolism and support your weight loss. Ifyoure interested in fast weight loss, then try aerobic exercises for 1 to 1.5hours. Regular cardio also improves heart health and could reduce your risk ofdiabetes. Try outdoor physical activities or some kind of sport.

Now, ifyouve finally decided to lose weight, make sure that you dont act desperately.Good things take time but remember nutrient-dense meals and healthy snackscombined with an active lifestyle can help you achieve your target only if youshow consistency with your efforts.

John William is a Business Development Officer at Crowd Writer in the UK. He likes to socialize with like-minded people and share his knowledge and experiences. In his free time, he likes to cook, travel, read and write. You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness or nutritional program to determine if it is right for your needs. This publication offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read in this article. The use of any information provided in this article is solely at your own risk.

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While lots of us have put on weight in recent weeks, Alan Titchmarsh has done the opposite. The 71-year-old TV presenter says he has lost a stone since the pandemic started, thanks to hours spent working on his four acres of land without the help of his usual hired gardeners.

So could anyone do it? Roy Taylor, a professor of medicine and metabolism at Newcastle University, says it is entirely possible to lose a stone within four to six weeks if your BMI is higher than the typically healthy range. And, whats more, there is a sure-fire, scientific route to doing so. Heres what the experts say.

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WHEN you're at home in lockdown, you might find yourself reaching in the snack jar more than youd like to admit.

And this may have left you fearing about gainingthe so-called "Quarantine 15" - what some people have dubbed the weight gain likely to result from weeks of self-isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.

In particular, dietitian Helen Bond says the snacks you much on during lockdown can make a huge difference to your waistline.

She tells us: "Snacking can be part of a balanced diet, and can be a great opportunity to sneak some extra nutrients into our diet.

"But its important to choose our snack food wisely - even healthy looking snacks, like reduced fat biscuits, cereal bars, yogurt, cereals etc. might seem like virtuous choices, but not all are created equally some are high in cholesterol-raising saturated fat and added or free sugars - the type that we should be cutting down on for the sake of our teeth and waistlines."

However, there are some simple steps you can take to avoid erratic eating and putting on that dreaded "Quarantine 15".

Here, Helen shares her top tips on how to take control of your snacking...

Try to buy fewer packs of unhealthy snacks when you do venture out to get your weekly shopping.

Helen says: "The danger of feeling bored, stressed and a little fed up being cooped up at home all the time, is that youll will turn to comfort foods and snacks to cheer yourselves up.

"So its time to stop buying over packaged high calorie, high fat, high salt foods during lockdown were talking crisps, chocolates, biscuits, cakes and confectionery.

"If you dont have them in you wont be tempted to indulge when you need a little pick-me-ups."

Healthy snack options

We've put together a list of healthy treats under 150 calories below which we would suggest having as a healthy snack. They're all under 150 calories.

Make sure your cupboards are packed full with healthy treats to curb those cravings when they do hit.

"If you are a snacker - load up your kitchen cupboards with healthy, nutritious snacks that will satisfy your hunger, help sustain energy for longer and keep you going till the next meal," Helen says.

"Nuts, seeds, dried fruit, cheese and apple, no added sugar yogurts and berries, vegetable crudits with reduced fat hummus, tzatziki with wholegrain pitta slices or a hard boiled egg and wholemeal soldiers are all great.

"They're so much more nutritious and filling than fatty, salty and sugary snacks."

Keeping to a daily routine will help to stop you reaching in the biscuit tin.

Helen says: "It might feel like the days and weekends are rolled into one but it is important to stick to a daily routine for work, mealtimes, snacks and time with the family and create a new sense of normality, as we could be in lockdown for many weeks to come.

"Otherwise your eating habits could turn into one long eating occasion, which will do your waistline no favours."

Doing something different at the time you would usually have a sweet snack or treat and keeping active is a great way to curb cravings.

Helen says: "Exercise might seem like the last thing on your mind, but it will benefit your body and mind in so many ways, and of course, it will help topping up on your vitamin D and counteract those little snacking indulgences.

"So rather that slouching in front of the sofa, head outside for some fresh air and walk, once a day, go in the garden and play with the dog, or hook up to all of the many fitness video workouts online."

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There are countless onlinefitnessclasses that can help you get a sweat on and boost those endorphins in the comfort of your own home.

You could try out Joe Wicks' daily P.E. lessons, which have well and truly become the nation's favourite workout during lockdown.

Or fitness studio Psycle between four and sixInstagram live workouts every single day - including abs blast sessions, revival yoga, HIIT, barre and meditation.

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New Delhi: Regular exercise will help you lose weight, support healthy immune function, improve mood and reduce your risk of diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, etc. The novel coronavirus pandemic has already changed the way how we eat and exercise, butits important to find ways to stay active while we are stuck at home during the lockdown period. This will help you prevent gaining belly fat and help you stay fit - physically and mentally.

As gyms, fitness centres shutter amid the COVID-19 crisis, most of us may be trying to cope with changes to our routine. If youre struggling to stick to your exercise routine or having trouble beginning a workout plan at home, youre not alone. To help you start exercising and actually stick to it, we spoke to a fitness trainer and sports nutritionist, who reveals a full-body home workout routine that will boost your weight loss and help you get rid of unhealthy belly fat.

In this routine, we will target the entire body with some intense and compound movements. When you target multiple muscle groups in one exercise it is called compound movement and when more compound movements are present in your routine, better fat loss results can be expected, said Diksha Chhabra,who was also the winner of Mrs Body Fit crown at Mrs India Earth beauty pageant. This routine which includes burpees, squat jumps, plank jacks and lunge with twist will give you some amazing results in a very short time.

Burpees is an explosive movement that works on your entire body from the chest, abs, triceps and quads, etc, sending your heart rate through the roof for an awesome calorie burn.

To do Burpees:

Now let's start the next movement which is squat jumps. Squat jumps is an addition to conventional squats with an inclusion of jump.

To do Squat Jumps:

Plank jacks are a great workout that works on your entire body. Adding plank jacks to your routine helps in burning more calories and fat.

To do Plank Jacks:

The last exercise is lunges, whichwork on your lower body, core and stability. Well add an oblique twist with each lunge which will further challenge your core and stability. If you find lunging difficult, you can take support while lunging without a twist.

To do lunges with an oblique twist:

Pro Tip: Electrolytes play a very important role in maintaining balance in your body. So, make sure that you keep yourself hydrated with water, buttermilk, coconut milk, salted nimbu pani, etc to balance the electrolytes in your body for smooth functioning.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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No matter what the reason for losing weight, knowing where to start can be a challenge. Restricting calories through intermittent fasting can help burn belly fat, according to an expert. Stocking up on food high in protein will also help get results.

While it can be tempting to drastically cut out food groups, changing the time that you eat can be a trick for weight loss, according to Link Nutrition nutritionist Libby Limon.

On the plan, dieters focus more on when they eat rather than what is on their plate, helping to cut back on overall calorie intake.

Libby said: "Losing weight is ultimately about calories in versus calories burned and youll need to reduce your calories or increase your exercise as needed.

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"There are, however, strategies that can shift the body to do this more effectively.

"For example, intermittent fasting diets such as the 16:8. This is where you eat in an eight hour window - usually 11/12pm to 7/8pm - and fast the rest of the time with only herbal or black tea and coffee."

Following the plan can be a great way to think about what is being eaten and avoiding excessive snacking.

However, the expert gave a warning as this may not be suitable for everyone.

"This means it is easier to control your calorie intake in the eating window," Libby explained, "and the fasting also makes the body more effective at burning fat stores.

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"It isnt suitable for everyone though, if you have any blood sugar issues you should avoid, equally if you have any illness diagnosed or are pregnant it is not recommended."

While the diet focuses on when to eat, really looking at the foods on the plate can speed up results.

Opting for high protein meals such as meats, fish, dairy, eggs, beans and legumes will leave dieters feeling fuller for longer.

The expert added: "Make sure you have protein at every meal. Protein is slower for the body to digest, so it has the general effect of making you feel fuller for longer.

"Try to incorporate plant-based protein as well as meat, fish and dairy.

"Beans, peas, pulses, tofu and high protein grains such as buckwheat and quinoa can really help in terms of creating a healthy diet that will promote a healthy weight."

It may sound obvious but doing this will help slimmers feel full without consuming excess calories.

Libby continued: "Often when people want to lose weight they focus on reducing the quantity of food on their plate.

"Whilst portion size is important, it is also crucial to fill yourself up but on the right foods.

"Vegetables in particular are high in nutrients, water and fibre but low in calories.

"Building up your plate with these whilst reducing calorie dense foods means that you will still feel full and will help prevent cravings."

Eating meals high in protein and full of vegetables can help reduce calorie intake.

By following these rules when using an intermittent fasting diet plan, many slimmers will start to see results quickly.

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We all know how obsessed the housewives are when it comes to their looks. They go to great lengths to ensure they look attractive and youthful. Be it regular visits to plastic surgeons or crazy diets to lose weight, the housewives will do anything to look their best.

In a previous episode of 'Real Housewives of New York', Sonja Morgan revealed that she was on a liquid-only diet. The housewife revealed that during the New York Fashion Week when she put on one of her dresses and tried closing the zip, it broke. This left the housewife so conscious about her weight that she resorted to five days of liquid-only diet. In her confessional, Sonja explained that she can have only water, teas and soups as part of her diet.

While Sonja believes that she lost the extra pounds and is back to her regular shape, her fellow housewife Ramona Singer doesn't seem to share the same views. In the sneak peek clip for the upcoming episode, we see Ramona debating with Sonja about dress sizes.

Sonja brings Ramona a dress from the Sonja Morgan collection, which Ramona reportedly liked but couldn't have because it didnt fit her. Ramona looked very happy with her new present until Sonja assured Ramona that the dress would fit her because she brought the size L and also that she herself tried it and it was hanging loose on her. Ramona snapped at Sonja by reminding her that Sonja too is size L.

Sonja insisted that she is size M. Although Ramona looked unconvinced. It seemed like Ramona was suggesting Sonja needs to lose more weight. Considering, the housewife has already resorted to an extreme diet like a liquid-only diet to lose weight, it might not be such a great idea to suggest she lose more weight. Sonja's extreme approach to losing weight is not only unhealthy but also dangerous. Instead of taking a safer and healthier approach like exercising and eating clean, the housewife chose to put herself through a diet that left her with shaky hands and envying her fellow housewives while they were enjoying their meals. 'Real Housewives of New York' Season 12 airs every Thursday at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Richard Madden became an absolute sensation among fans after the hunk was spotted in BBC One drama Bodyguard.

And it appears the actor is not at all shy about his good looks after being dubbed a "heartthrob" by crushing fans.

But for Richard, who is now 33, it hasn't always been this way as he described himself as "fat and crushingly shy" when he was a youngster.

However it seems since his school days, the ripped star has been putting in the work over the years to look as good as he does now.

The Game Of Thrones actor confessed he wasn't always considered a hunk at his "fairly tough high school" in the town of Paisley in his native Scotland.

"I was fat and shy.Crushingly shy, going to what was a fairly tough high school. Aggressive, masculine," he previously told The Sun.

Richard admitted he couldn't fit into his jeans at the time, adding: "I was a 38in waist when I was 12. I didn't wear denim until I was 19 because denim is hard to take up. My mum couldn't take my jeans up."

He's previously told Flaunt he'd be a "shy, fat kid living in Scotland with no girlfriend," if it weren't for his acting career.

But fast-forward to 2020, and the award-winning star looks totally different to his teenager self.

The actor now has a very sporty and gym-honed physique, as well as a chiselled torso.

He has turned his life around completely, as he uses running and a clean diet to keep him in tip-top shape.

The star often shares snaps of himself on Instagram after his rather long and sweaty runs, including up mountains and in the rain.

One of his captions read: "This time last year I could barely walk, was on crutches and miserable. Today I ran 22km (half marathon) and am feeling happy and grateful to be where I am doing what I love (and to be back on my feet).#RunningNotRaving"

And he's previously explained he had to lose weight for his acting job, which is likely to have spurred on his incredible weight loss journey.

Despite looking amazing, Richard has criticised the "unrealistic" demands that are put on actors and actresses to lose weight.

Richard said being told to shed weight for jobs "doesn't just happen to women".

In a 2019 interview with Vogue, he explained: "We're projecting a very unrealistic body image.

"I find myself with actor friends, after we've done a kind of barely eating, working out twice a day, no-carbing thing for these scenes, looking at each other going, 'We're just feeding this same s**t that we're against.'

"I've done numerous jobs where you're told to lose weight and get to the gym."

He also touched on having his "fat rolls pinched" and having to wear costumes "so tight they feel like a corset".

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Weight Loss: Rice and chapati are two major foods that are an inseparable part of every Indians daily diet. These staple food items have their own pros and cons. Most of the people remain confused about what to pick when it it about effective weight loss. Well, both roti and rice have almost same amount of calories and carbs. However, their overall nutritional value differ. Also Read - Weight Loss: Consume Jaggery With Warm Water to Detoxify Your Body And Shed Those Extra Kilos

Chapattis contain more protein and fiber than rice and are known to keep you satiated for long. On the other hand, rice can be digested easily as compared to chapattis. This is due to its high starch content. Have we increased the confusion for you? Dont worry. Here we help you pick the right option among these two staple foods. Also Read - Weight Loss: Here is How This Super-Food Can Help You Shed Those Extra Kilos

Keeping the nutritional value of both rice and roti in mind, if we have to choose one, the latter wins. However, if you are suffering from a condition that requires you to avoid sodium, you must not opt for roti as every 120 grams of wheat has 190 mgs of sodium. In case of no such bothering condition, you should go for chapatti. Here is why: Also Read - Weight Loss: Consume Garlic Tea Daily And Bid Adieu to Those Extra Kilos

Chapattis contain more dietary fiber than rice. Having them can prevent overeating and weight gain.

Chapattis are rich in protein, which is inversely linked to belly fat. Apart from making you feel full, protein improves your metabolism and helps in effective calorie burning. It signals body to reduce your appetite.

Intake of chapattis offer you iron, calcium, potassium, and phosphorus. However, rice doesnt have calcium to offer. Also, it has lower levels of potassium than chapattis. Roti can also keep your blood sugar level under control.

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Adele at the Grammys in 2017. (Photo: Francis Specker/CBS via Getty Images)

Heres the skinny on giving unsolicited weight-loss comments: Dont.

We all saw that picture of Adele two weeks ago, ending a lengthy social media break to thank frontline workers for their efforts in the fight against COVID-19. But her message of gratitude was quickly overshadowed because Adele looksdifferent. And by different, I mean thinner.

The internet lit up with comments about Adeles appearance, but also about the response to it. For every doesnt she look great? there was a shes always been beautiful! There were angry admonitions about equating skinny with pretty, and hot debates on when, and if, weight and health are connected.

My personal opinion is that Adele has always been stunning, particularly during those times that her voice has gripped my heart, and not let go until her very last note. More importantly, I think that were not doing ourselves any favours when we provide unsolicited feedback on someone elses weight. I would go so far as to say this behaviour can be harmful, and I know this from personal experience.

A few years ago, I switched up my lifestyle to involve more exercise and smaller food portions. I never had weight loss in mindmy goal was to get fitter and healthier, wherever that took me. And over time, my asthma symptoms improved and my joints stopped hurting. As my resting heart rate dropped, my anxiety symptoms lessened.

I also lost about 50 pounds, and people noticed. I would walk into a room and be complimented on how good I looked. I would post a photo on Instagram and my screen would light up with notifications. My circle remarked on everything from how small my arms were getting to how much thinner my face was.

At first, I loved the attention. It was validating. The work I was putting into my health could be sensed by others in some tangible way and it felt positive and motivating. But people were responding to my weight, not my health, and I began to post before-and-after photos. Me holding my baby years ago, versus me at the gym today. Me holding up a pair of too-big pants, next to a photo of me wearing those pants months before. I was the weight loss commercial, the success story.

Eventually, though, I needed to increase the dose of my anxiety medication and I noticed my clothes getting tighter within weeks. I immediately began to experience a feeling of utter failure. In our society, were taught that weight loss equals good and weight gain equals bad and I had changed sides. Larger people grew up with the same messaging as our skinnier counterparts and we internalized that discrimination. Therefore, we can quickly turn on ourselves, just as I did.

Fatphobia is an undeniable and deeply ingrained part of our culture. Fat people are seen as ugly, unlovable, dumb, goofy, clumsy, greedy and unhealthy sidekicks to the thin people in their lives. Up until very recently, we were never sexy, never the hero, never the centre of attention in movies, TV and other media. Even now, its the rare exception that a bigger person gets a lead role in a production or becomes a famous recording artist. Comedians will sometimes get a pass, too, but only because their humour falls in line with our expectation of fat people. Its good that were making headway, but acceptance of larger bodies is precarious at best. Fatphobia is everywhere, always, and those of us with larger bodies feel it; not only from the outside, but often from within, too.

Theres a reason why the global weight management industry was worth US$1.89 billion in 2018: Its not terribly effective. Scientists estimate that between 90 and 95 percent of people who lose weight will have regained it in five years time. The body is far better at temporarily shedding fat than keeping it off, making many of us lifelong diet industry users. That is fatphobia in a nutshell.

Even at my lightest weight, I wasnt exactly thin, and I likely never will be. I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal issue that can, among other things, have a profound effect on metabolism, making it harder to lose pounds and keep them off. This, coupled with genetics, is probably why I still weigh over 200 pounds, no matter what I do.

When it comes to body mass, we all have a set point, and without constant effort, most of us will wind up in a fairly small weight range. Age, illness, medications, stress, and other issues can affect our metabolisms too, leaving those who are genetically predisposed to being larger facing that truth again and again.

Reading this might make skinny people, or even those of average weight, defensive. This isnt true! I think all bodies are beautiful! might be your reaction. And maybe thats true on the surface. But ask yourself this: When was the last time you complimented someone on gaining weight? Im going to guess never. Its not something we do in polite society. Thats because pointing out increased body weight risks causing offense, because being fat is often considered offensive.

Complimenting weight loss, on the other hand, is almost always welcome. It was to me. Deep down, I didnt want to be fat. I had experienced the pain of judgment my entire life, and the idea of escaping it was far more appetizing than extra calories. But I was trying to play a game I had very little hope of winning.

Let me be crystal clear: There is nothing wrong with losing weight. People do it all the time for their own reasons, and if they want to celebrate it, good for them. Im still a handful of dress sizes smaller than I used to be, and Id be lying if I said I didnt appreciate that my knees no longer hurt when I climb the stairs and Im not winded at the top. Finding more clothing that fits and chairs that dont press painfully against my outer thighs reminds me how the world is designed for smaller bodies. Living within the ranges of what is deemed average has made my life easier. But statistically, I might not stay in this range forever. What then? How will I feel about being outside the margins again?

I wont presume to know how Adele feels about her weight loss, what she did to achieve it, what her plan is for maintaining it, or whether she was hoping for the reaction she received by posting her photo. For many reasons, including her wealth and privilege, she is in a better position than most to be in that five percent of successful weight-loss maintainers.

But if she isnt, it will be viewed by some as personal failure. The world will be unkind. Many of the once-affirming comments will turn negative and nasty. And if shes like most of us here on Planet Earth, that will hurt.

Which is why I wish wed all stop offering commentary on strangers bodies, especially women. Thats the way to create a world where we really do appreciate highly variant forms of beauty, in which someones weight loss, or gain, matters less than their talent, altruism, kindness, wisdom or compassion.

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Weight loss doesn't happen overnight, regular exercise and proper diet plan over a period of time play an integral role to achieve the desired result. However, there are few ingredients and beverages which can expedite the process of losing weight. One such beverage is white tea, which is lesser-known, however, loaded with numerous medicinal properties which can help in weight loss. In this week weight loss tip, we will discuss, how drinking white tea can help you shed some kilos.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Matcha Tea to Lose Weight.

White tea can be called as the cousin of green tea and black tea, as it is also derived from the same camellia sinensis plant. But what makes white tea different, is that it has undergone very less processing. By this, white tea is more nutrient-dense compared to green and black tea. Now let us see how white tea can help in weight loss.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Snow Mountain Garlic (Kashmiri Lahsun) to Lose Weight.

In the first place, replacing your regular sugar and milk tea with white tea reduce your total calorie count significantly. White tea is low in calories and you can have it any time of the day to freshen up your mind. Apart from being a zero-calorie drink, white tea is rich in antioxidants which can help reduce weight. German scientists in their recent study have also proven that white tea burn away fat cells. White tea also contains caffeine, which speeds up metabolism, this, in turn, can also help in weight loss.

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White tea not only can help in weight loss, but most importantly it can also strengthen up body's immune system. The presence of polyphenols and catechins antioxidants in white tea fight free radicals and thereby improve the body's immunity. It is advisable to drink white tea, three times a day supported with a proper diet for optimal result.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

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