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Your name is Marty McFly and you are a (semi-) professional time traveller. You have just ironed out the latest ethical wrinkle in the fabric of space-time and now arrived in a new era. You are Back from the Future.

You laboriously kick open the hulk of your battered DeLorean falcon-wing door and emerge with glazed wonder to take in another possible universe. So far, so good. As has become standard practice, you hunt for a discarded newspaper in a dustbin to establish todays date. But you cant find any. It seems whatever year this is, people no longer read. You try to ask a passerby with an aggressive undercut what year it is, but he has two ugly white snouts poking out of his ears and seems unshakeably absorbed.

You attempt to meet the gaze of a passing woman (dressed, it must be said, in the blatant fashion faux pas of a double denim ensemble), but her eyes remain locked on her mobile telephone. This happens again and again, as zombie commuters walk into each other, their faces buried in screens impossible to disturb. They look a lot like the mobile phones everyone was carrying in your last temporal stop off, 2009, only somehow worse bigger, flatter, uglier, and clearly worryingly more addictive. What could all these people be talking to each other about all the time?

Despondent, you head to that corner cafe or bar that seems to take on new clothes with every passing instalment of your era-hopping adventures. The sign outside says it is now a coffee curator and collective workspace. Good, caffeine always helps shake off the jitters of a time travel hangover.

You walk inside and survey what that familiar L-shaped room might hold today. Sadly, this might be among the dullest incarnations; the walls are a clinical white, the wood blonde, and all the air ducts and ceiling lights have lazily been left exposed. A stray bunch of sage hangs conspicuously over the counter. Curiously, one wall is devoted to a bright collage of out of focus Polaroid pictures of customers making stupid faces didnt digital photography kill film years back? while the menu is written on the kind of chalkboard last seen in 1990s classrooms. You scan the selection thirstily, yet nothing makes any immediate sense; there is the scary-sounding nitro coffee, cold brew, slow drip, and something dubbed bulletproof coffee. What happened to the trusty Americano?

You approach the man behind the counter, who looks suspiciously like a pirate; he has a long, stupid beard, which appears both combed and cluttered at the same time, while his hair appears to have been dragged through a bush deliberately, at least twice. His entire left arm is covered in tattoos, and he has a cluster of piercings in each cheek. Flummoxed, you turn away, and spot a jukebox in the corner, below a display of seven-inch rockabilly and surf singles, which look brand-new despite clearly having been left to collect dust since the 1950s.

All around you, people are sitting in silence, and seemingly alone, hunched over laptops that look far sleeker than the ones you remember, some branded with offensive stickers and nonsensical slogans. Keep calm and eat hummus, one ridiculous catchphrase demands.

Despite that, many customers are instead nursing an identical plate of garish green mush on toast, which you surmise must be deconstructed avocado, because its the only food item on the menu. It comes served with a side of avo-lime jam no one seems to know what to do with. Im on a keto diet, one girl nonsensically whispers to another, who is wearing what you later learn is known as a Korean face mask. Its the first time youve heard human speech in what can only be 2019.

Most of the men have their hair tied in a silly topknot (a man bun, you snigger), and all have excessive facial hair, even when their natural ability to grow a beard is questionable.

The women, meanwhile, are generally in patterned leggings or high-waisted jeans, paired with crop-tops. A few have gone to the effort of wearing a dress, only to undermine the effect by pairing it with bright, shiny new tennis shoes.

In the corner, you notice a device-free zone with a sign that orders get off your phone and have a conversation. It is entirely empty. Instead, everyone looks hard at work on, well, something, but these people cant all be scribbling screenplays that will never be read.

You strike up the nerve and approach a man in a tattered vintage Hawaiian shirt and neon bike shorts. I run a boutique social media consultancy agency, he says with a misplaced sense of pride. Im a digital nomad, replies another, clad in a boiler suit and what looks like prescription goggles. In what twisted schism of space time are these actual jobs, you wonder.

Yoo-hoo, were influencers, zaddy, chips in a voice annoyed it wasnt asked first. You turn to confront an alien-orange woman who has stuck-on lashes and huge eyebrows, her forehead frozen, not moving. When you dont immediately swoon in appreciation, she stands up, exhales Im baby loudly and marches towards the meditation zone.

Exasperated, you head outside, and spend a few minutes bemusedly deciphering the primitive graffiti (street art, apparently) covering the buildings exterior wall. Where are police at, you wonder. Across the road, you spot a group of tall men dressed in a uniform of deliberately mismatched workout gear, striding around the square with great intent, glancing at dorky digital watches at annoyingly regular intervals. Only 4,863 steps left to go, one shouts cryptically. Squad goals! everyone else yells back in unison.

Youre tired, and looking for a hotel chain called Airbnb, which is what the hipster barista recommended for a cheap bed. Yet his directions sucked. Get an Uber, he simply said, shrugging insouciantly.

After nearly being run over by someone wearing an offensive teal getup and driving a pathetic moped, apparently made by the unfamiliar brand Deliveroo, you stumble into a group of otherwise well-heeled office workers who must all share the same incompetent tailor. Each ones trousers are an embarrassing seven centimetres too short, lending a schoolboy air to group, not helped by the childish mini electronic shisha inhalers theyre each clenching contently.

Eventually, you reach the park, where a grown man in a vest patterned with cartoon fruit items and drop-crotch trousers appears to be playing with a remote-control car; yet his dorky trucker cap remains pointed towards the sky. Only then do you realise that the silent, military-grade mini helicopter hovering above you is somehow under this simpletons control.

Getting some great footage for my vlog, he cackles at his wife, who is dressed in an animal print jumpsuit and sprawled on a plastic picnic mat. A childish halo of flowers atop her head, she pouts while raising a can of what is apparently a seltzer. Like, water.

This is the final straw. Disgusted, disgruntled, and still in need of a good coffee, you give up, turn around, and head back to your grimy, dated DeLorean. Whatever was wrong with the past, youre not ever coming back to this future.

Updated: December 8, 2019 06:18 PM

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An Australian woman has opened up about how being overweight ruined her sex life - and how she lost a staggering 63kg to change her life.

Kaitlyn Gonzalez, 27, from One Mile, NSW, developed an unhealthy relationship with food as a child - often skipping breakfast and eating regular McDonald's meals.

As an adult she tipped the scales at 145kg - a size 22 - and was often reduced to tears by her reflection.

Being 145kg was hard, but I was in denial about it. I honestly didnt realise how big I actually was," Kaitlyn said.

"Whenever I saw myself on security cameras or in windows walking past shops, I felt my stomach sink. I would look at myself and cry, feeling depressed and like I wasnt worth being treated right because I mistreated myself."

Explaining the toll her weight took on her life, Kaitlyn said it affected her in many ways.

I couldnt run, I wouldnt wear skirts as my thighs rubbed so badly they would bleed, I wouldnt go shopping with friends, I couldnt ride a rollercoaster and I even struggled putting on socks and shoes," she said.

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Although it didnt cause extreme issues in my love life I was limited to one position because other positions hurt my knees and I worried about my stomach touching them.

When I went to a uni day I remember standing there and a guy about ten metres away pointed at me and yelled oh my god, shes so fat! I cried but thankfully he did apologise after. Ive also had men tell me they would date me if I wasnt so big," she added.

I was always going out with my tiny and pretty friend and all the boys wanted her, I got no attention and felt out of place. I literally woke up one morning and said Im done with being fat and I booked an appointment with my doctor to see a surgeon."

In May 2017 Kaitlyn chose to have vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) surgery.

But knowing it wasn't a miracle cure, she put a large emphasis on fitness after that and worked out every day.

She also started eating more lean meats and lots of vegetables and within just one year she lost 68kg and now weighs just 77kg and wears a size eight.

Kaitlyn also struggled with excess skin and had two operations to have 3kg removed in February 2019 and a breast lift in October 2019.

Now Kaitlyn shares tips to her friends and family on how she managed to transform her body and life.

Losing weight has changed my life because if I hadnt have had the surgery to kick start me, Id probably have diabetes or be close to dead now. I can walk into any clothing store, pull something off the rack and it fits me. Im more active, people definitely respond to me better and I get more enjoyment out of every day, Kaitlyn continued.

I love how far Ive come I love how much effort Ive put in to coming this far. I do still look at myself sometimes and see the bigger girl however I now look in the mirror and be like damn, skinny!. Every day is different, but I know inside Ive done so well.

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People are shocked when I tell them how much Ive lost. They say wow thats a whole person I work in retail and get lots of regular customers who say I look amazing but that they didnt think I was that big before.

To those who dont know where to start, I really suggest thinking about where you want to be. Dont look at models but do look for people whose shape and fitness levels you like. Its not going to be about being skinny, but it is about being fit, strong and healthy."

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Syleena Johnson is one of R&Bs finest singers. The singer has a jazz tone to her voice, setting her apart from many others in the industry and earning her a role in the Soul category. Shes released almost 10 albums, all of which are critically acclaimed.

Johnson has found a new passion outside of music and her current job as a daytime talk show host. Shes a fitness buff who recently competed in her first fitness competition and shared how she lost 50 pounds to prepare for her place on stage.

Prior to being signed with Jive Records, Johnson released two albums independently while promoting her music in Chicago. She became a muse and protge or R. Kelly. He worked on her first two albums. Her debut album on Jive was released in May 2001. The album received much praise and was critically acclaimed. It debuted at number one on Billboards Heatseekers, but was not a commercial success.

Shes released almost ten albums since, each titled in chapters. She received mainstream recognition when she was featured on fellow Chicago native Kanye Wests single, All Falls Down, despite not appearing in the music video.

In 2012, she began appearing on the TV One reality series, R&B Divas: Atlanta. The show aired for three seasons before its cancellation. She currently hosts the TV One talk show, Sister Circle.

Johnson has been open about her struggles with her weight. She began working out regularly in her 20s but as she aged, she realized the importance of adding proper nutrition. Shes shared her journey on her social media pages as well as her diet and workout regimen, which include clean eating and trying different treatments and detoxes.Johnson is also a certified yoga instructor.

Noticing the changes in her body and wanting to help others reach their fitness goals, she earned a bachelors degree from Drake University in nutrition science in 2015, where she graduated summa cum laude. She also shares advice and knowledge, including not being obsessed with checking progress on the scale.

Fans have noticed her weight loss over the past few months but she recently revealed that she was preparing for a fitness competition. In a Facebook video, she revealed that she passed on one completion, The Lee Haney Games, because she wasnt ready. After sticking to a strict diet and exercise and losing 50 pounds, she was finally ready to compete.

Im just pursuing all of the dreams and desires and goals and wants that God puts in my belly, she said, Being a fitness competitor is one of them. I will continue to compete hopefully with the grace of God, but the first competition, I just want to get on the stage.

Her competition was on December 7 and she won a title. On another Instagram post with her two trainers, she revealed she spent the last eight months n training and focused on weight training and building muscle.

At 41, Johnson proves that getting into top shape is possible at any age!

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Lets get one thing straight. There are no bad foods. Foods arent bad.

Some food contains greater value in terms of vitamins, minerals, micro and macronutrients, yes. But there are no bad foods whatsoever.

There are, though, bad diets. You can have a slice of pizza. Or you can have a whole pizza.

Obviously, one contains a lot more calories than the other. But this doesnt make pizza bad. Especially if you love pizza like me.

This is why I also dislike diets that cut out or reduce a huge quantity of one particular macronutrient.

These are mainly either fats or carbohydrates. This can work for some people, but for me, personally, it takes the enjoyment out of food.

I feel we should control our calorie intake, but with a healthy balance of fats, protein, carbohydrates and micronutrients.

Combined with a regular exercise program, this is a winning situation.

What I also dislike with dieting is a massive calorie restriction.

By over restricting calorie intake, you are setting yourself up for failure.

This all or nothing approach is what makes yo-yo dieting and binge eating a problem with people trying to lose body fat.

Restricting yourself too much will leave you feeling drained and low energy levels.

This will lead to physical and mental fatigue and you are far more likely to smash a full packet of biscuits.

So instead of this, why not create a smaller, less dramatic deficit.

This way you will still feel energetic, and you can still allow yourself the odd treat (aka Mars bar) as long as it stays within your calorie goals.

This creates a far more sustainable flexible diet, which eliminates a lot of the stress surrounding dieting and will help you to reach your goals.

But think about the long term investment in yourself, not a quick fix.

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As the year comes to an end and the holiday indulgences just keep on coming (d*mn you, office cookie parties!), you may already be considering a weight-loss plan to try out for the New Year. One that's been around for years and likely isn't going anywhere? Cutting carbs. And then there's keto, the ber-popular, high-fat extension of that. But if you're considering slashing those delicious carbohydrates at all, you might be wondering: What exactly makes keto different from low-carb diets in general? And really, who would win in a low-carb vs. keto face-off?

Let's start with some background. The ketogenic diet was created in the 1920s to treat children with seizure disorders for whom medication was no longer working. Research had shown that being in the state of ketosismeaning the body is using fat for fuel instead of its natural and preferred source, glucosereduced the frequency of seizures. The fat-burning benefit obviously gave this diet its now mass appeal.

Low-carb diets, on the other hand, have also been around for decades, but in various forms. Remember the Atkins and South Beach diets, which gained popularity in the early 2000s? Both prime examples of diet based on minimizing carb intake, especially simple and refined carbs (white bread, pasta, cake...you know, the good stuff).

Even though people often confuse keto with the more generic term "low-carb," according to Brigitte Zeitlin, a registered dietitian and owner of BZ Nutrition in New York City, they're actually quite different.

First and foremost, keto is a much more restrictive diet, says Zeitlin. While keto is indeed a low-carb diet, not all low-carb diets are keto.

The keto diet has a pretty strict structure, where the person is to consume 70 percent of their daily calories from fat, 20 percent from protein, and 10 percent from carbohydrates. Ten percent of anything, especially carbs, is really not a lot. And some people even take it further, to a 70-percent fat, 25-percent protein, 5-percent carbs breakdown.

Going low-carb, on the other hand, is a bit up to interpretation: What you consider low-carb might mean cutting out every kind of grain or sugar, while to others, it may include eating a piece of fruit or a serving of quinoa. It's all very relative.

With a general low-carb diet, you're probably (and hopefully) not eating nearly as much fat as you would if you were trying to force your body into ketosis. Instead, you're loading up on more lean proteins and veggies to stay full and energized.

Great Q. While the answer isn't totally black and white, Zeitlin says that for most healthy people, if you're trying to lose weight, a low-carb diet would be the better fit because it doesn't aim to put your body into an unnatural state (ahem, ketosis). Instead, by cutting back on foods that are high in sugar and starches, you're able to drop weight and still maintain a healthy form of energy for your brain and body to run on.

Typically, a low-carb diet focuses on protein and non-starchy vegetables, and limits grains, fruits, breads, sweets, and starchy veggies..."

Typically, a low-carb diet focuses on protein and non-starchy vegetables, and limits grains, fruits, breads, sweets, and starchy veggies like legumes, potatoes and peas, Zeitlin explains. Protein and veggies are extremely helpful in aidingand maintaining weight lossshe continues. Plus, a general low-carb diet can be more sustainable in the long run, since it requires way less macro counting (read: obsessing over hitting that 70/20/10 ratio).

To each their own! But if you're interested in trying out the keto diet, just keep in mind that it generally comes with more side effects than a normal low-carb eating plan.

Short-term effects of the keto diet can include keto breath, keto flu, (flu-like symptoms brought on by the body adapting to this very low-carb diet), or fatigue.

Long-term effects can include constipation, diarrhea, lack of energy, iron deficiency, vomiting, and kidney stones. Not to mention, eating such a high-fat diet like keto can also contribute to high triglyceride levels, which increase your risk of heart disease and stroke, as well as high cholesterol. Lastly, going keto can also contribute to a weakened immune system (since carbs help boost immunity) and chronic inflammation, says Zeitlin.

It's also worth noting that keto's strict carb limits often means drastically cutting your vegetable intake, since many veggies have at least some amount of carbs. That could mean you miss out on important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help your body function at its best. You'll also likely consume less fiber, which has been shown to prevent heart disease, diabetes, and promote and sustain weight loss.

When evaluating restrictive diets, you want to really look at the food groups they are removing and research the downsides of eliminating those vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, says Zeitlin. Any diet that is restricting your plant-based food intake should give you pause to do more research.

All that said, if you try the keto diet and it works for you, do you, Zeitlin says. But if you are someone who is debating which fad diet to try for weight loss, I recommend trying a lower-carb diet that's not as restrictive.

Curious about who the keto diet works for? Apparently, these celebs, to name a few...

Definitely! To successfully maintain weight loss from either (or any) diet, Zeitlin advises focusing on doubling your veggies, eating lean proteins (fish, eggs, chicken, turkey, shellfish, lentils, tofu), healthy fats (nuts, seeds, avocado, olive oil), fresh fruit, and whole grains. That is what is going to help the weight come off and stay off, she says.

At the end of the day, you want to create a diet for yourself that feels comfortable for you to commit to for the long-term, so you don't gain and lose, gain and losecalled weight cyclingand feel like you are constantly dieting. The first can invite health problems (like insulin resistance); the latter is, well, not fun (or all that healthy, mentally speaking).

Remember, your ultimate goal beyond the weight loss is to become healthier. So don't fall into a diet trap that sabotages the real purpose for your journey. You're better than that, my friend.

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One of the most dreaded complications of PCOD diagnosis is weight gain. When Poulami Ghosh faced the same problem, she knew she had to change her bad lifestyle habits and get fitter and healthier. Determined, she fought off the excess weight and shed close to 12 kilos in a span of just four months. What's more? She didn't even go to the gym!To know the details of her inspiring diet and workout, read her story here:Name: Poulami Ghosh AdityaOccupation: Marketing and Public Relations Professional

Age: 30

Height: 5 feet 6 inches

City: Kolkata

Highest weight recorded: 80 kilos

Weight lost: 11 kilosDuration it took me to lose weight: 4 monthsThe turning point:

When I was diagnosed with PCOD (Polycystic Ovary Disorder), it was the time I realized I had to do something. I never took my lifestyle seriously and had a bad habit of binging on unhealthy foods. I was a total foodie and food delivery apps were always on my mind. However, when my doctor told me that PCOD could be reversed through a lifestyle overhaul and weight loss, I decided to give it all in.

The first step was to delete all those food delivery apps from the phone and soon enough, I stopped eating outside food. Yes! I was able to do this! I might have just lost 11 kilos in the past four months (festivals and work commitments), but with thyroid and PCOD, I gave my very best and will continue to do so.

My breakfast: The first thing I eat as soon as I get up is almonds and walnuts. Later, I usually have something low-calorie like poha/ oats chilla/ egg whites or a portion of fruits.

My lunch: Lunch can be something like Bajra rotis (2) with a bowl of dal, vegetables or chicken or sometimes, it is fish curry and rice. Salads are something I don't miss out on. Everything is homemade.

My dinner: For dinner, it is either daal with bajra roti or chicken/vegetable/paneer sauteed slightly.

When I do get to cheat on my diet, I feast on biryanis and kebabs. However, I always moderate my portion size.

I also ensure that I drink 2-3 liters of water every day and three cups of green tea throughout the day. Apple cider vinegar gets me going in the mornings. This way, my caffeine intake has also cut down drastically.My workout: I don't depend on the gym and work out in the comfort of my home. I like to go for a brisk walk in the mornings and evenings every day for 40-50 minutes and also do yoga at home for 15-20 minutes in the day. Sundays, I usually skip the exercise but otherwise, I am fairly regular.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: Poha, chillas, yogurt with fruitsFitness secrets I unveiled: Discipline and determination are the biggest things that have helped me reach my goals faster. If you ask me, a little discipline goes a long way.How do I stay motivated? While I am very strict with my diet, I do try to reward myself. I set goals for myself and if I manage to push myself more or achieve the goal in time, I treat myself with a little reward.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus? The motivation of indulging in a cheat meal is what gets me going for the next goal.

Whats the most difficult part of being overweight? When you are overweight, there are a lot of health problems which come in. For me, my battle with PCOD and suffering from chronic back pain at a young age was depressing.What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? Fitter, stronger and healthier- away from the health complications and problems.

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DUBAI: A kilo of excess body weight lost equals a kilo of free food distributed - thats how a month-long campaign recently launched by wellness player VLCC in conjunction with the Emirates Red Crescent is challenging people in the region to reduce their weight and feed the hungry in the process.

For every 1kg you shed during this anti-obesity drive in VLCCs centres, the company donates on your behalf a kilo of food for the poor and the hungry that Red Crescent takes care of, said Sanjeev Setia, VLCCs chief business officer Middle East.

Were now set to give 1,500kg of food packets to the Red Crescent in lieu of the 1,500 kilos of excess weight so far lost in our GCC centres in the initial 20 days of the drive. We expect to donate about two tonnes when were done with the campaign, he added.

Donate Your Weight, the 30-day campaign, coincides with a one-month anti-obesity drive of VLCC going on in 13 countries, where the company has a presence. The initiative has been organised with the active involvement of the medical fraternity. Its objective is to create awareness about the ill-effects of obesity and guide people to lead a healthy life.

It is high time that we showed a commitment to healthy lifestyle habits, said Vandana Luthra, VLCC founder & co-chairperson.

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Theres no dearth of fitness and weight-loss advice. Its everywhere on social media, in our apps, on the lips of well-meaning confidants and in the pages of the cookbooks we burn through in search of that one perfect recipe, diet or magic pill that can solve our metabolic woes. Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all solution to shedding weight and keeping it off. What we can offer you, though, is a round-up of underrated tips that go beyond the eat less, exercise more formula and the science behind them, from a prolific group of nutritionists and health experts.

Most people dont lose weight despite working very hard because of the deficiency of certain trace elements and minerals, such as iron, vitamin D, magnesium and potassium, says Juliot Vinolia, head clinical dietitian at Medeor 24x7 Hospital. These elements act as catalysts to break fat into energy. People with anaemia or vitamin D deficiency will have a lower metabolism. So even if they exercise very hard or go on restricted-calorie diets, the outcome might not be commensurate to the effort. In fact the conditions can lead to tiredness and fatigue, which can make exercising a challenge. The solution is to correct any deficiency with a well-balanced meal plan or supplements.

Hydrating our bodies is very important for weight loss. Only if the body is adequately hydrated will the blood be able to carry the hormones, enzymes and chemicals to all the organs, so that metabolism and other body functions are at their optimum, says Vinolia. Drinking ice-cold water between meals is a great way of tricking the body into burning energy to maintain its normal temperature. Similarly, taking a shower twice a day makes the body work to maintain its core temperature. And, of course, there is the age-old problem of people confusing thirst with hunger. Drinking water throughout the day will prevent you from consuming calories you dont need.

Another tip Vinolia shares has to do with processed foods, which are not only laden with calories and devoid of nutrition, but over time they can also lead to fatty liver. The liver is the main centre for metabolism; if its not able to function efficiently due to fatty infiltrations, it leads to poor fat transport and metabolism. The body will not be able to take the fat out of fat cells efficiently and burn it for energy when you exercise or eat fewer calories. Choline is a very important nutrient that reverses fatty liver and enhances its function. It is present in cruciferous vegetables, beans, eggs, nuts, seeds, and some amount of meat and poultry. So get your liver checked, and include plenty of choline in your diet to improve weight loss, she says.

Nicole Sirotin, chair of preventive medicine at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, typically asks her patients if they have 10 minutes a day. Pick a very small, attainable goal to begin with, is her advice. Even 10 minutes of exercise can aid weight loss, improve health, and help live longer. A 2016 Canadian study found that when 27 middle-aged sedentary men were split into two groups, the first group cycling for 10 minutes a day as part of an interval training workout regimen, and the second cycling for 45 minutes a day, the improvement in the fitness of both groups was the same at the end of three months. According to another study of 55,000 adults, published in 2014 in the Journal Of The American College Of Cardiology, running for even just five to 10 minutes a day drastically reduces the risk of dying due to cardiovascular issues. So I recommend everybody start exercising right away no matter how short the duration.

Sirotin says that shes found that initiating a fasting regimen tends to help kick-start weight loss. Id recommend two non-consecutive days of fasting which means plenty of water and fewer than 500 calories a day in the week, combined with normal calorie-intake on the other days. Studies have shown that, over 12 weeks, this approach has better results than lowering calories alone.

Stephanie Karl, clinical nutritionist, Up and Running Medical Centre, explains that a well-balanced metabolism is one that readily uses fat in times of fasting and during low-intensity exercises. To help lose weight and burn fat, it is critical to exercise in a fasted state, or at least avoid food for four hours before, and then avoid carbs for two to four hours afterwards. Walking, jogging or using the elliptical trainer for about one hour at a low heart rate is most likely to make your body use fat as fuel. Alternatively, high-intensity interval training will use carbohydrate from liver stores, but in the period afterwards when the heart rate is restored, fat is oxidised for energy only if you dont consume any carbohydrate.

Karl further adds that you should never drink sugary beverages when you exercise if you are trying to lose weight, and try to consume your carbs between 11am and 6pm to prolong fat burning. If you feel hungry and crave something sweet during the day, use a fibre supplement drink between meals to fill you up and to improve bowel motility. Avoid protein shakes; low-fat laban or lassi are good alternatives, she says.

Meanwhile, Mitun De Sarkar, clinical dietitian and founder of Simply Healthy Foods, finds that drinking black coffee before a workout, especially in the morning, can be useful. Coffee is loaded with antioxidants, and the caffeine boosts metabolism in the morning, aiding fat burn. Dont add any milk or sugar to your coffee, though; they negate the purpose.

Sarkar also recommends consuming foods and supplements rich in probiotics. Probiotics are live organisms that occur naturally in the gut. Many supplements and fermented foods also contain probiotics. Taking a probiotic supplement may help keep the intestinal flora balanced and promote a healthy body by boosting the digestive and immune systems. Poor gut health has links to obesity, so its easier for someone to lose weight when their gut is clean and healthy, she says.

A weight-loss diet needs to match your body type and particular way of digesting food. Body type simply means your hormones, blood levels, and body chemistry, says Anjali Mukerjee, celebrity nutritionist and founder of Health Total. People in the same family, eating the same food can have very different body types because you metabolise food and nutrients differently. Which is why a diet that works wonders for someone might do nothing for you. A simple example is that some people can tolerate a higher amount of protein, probably because they have a higher amount of hydrochloric acid or better digestive enzymes. But a high-protein diet might make others constipated, get breakouts, or feel generally miserable. Personalised nutrition can help you understand whether your body needs animal or vegetable protein, how much protein you should have, and at what time. When you eat according to your body type and digestive system, it will always work.

Mukerjee recommends keeping a minimum interval of four hours between meals, even avoiding fruits, tea and coffee. When theres a gap, it allows the body to digest the meal fully without any unnecessary spikes in insulin and weight loss occurs when insulin is low, she explains. Also, never eat more than three-fourths of your capacity, because the load of food will always raise the insulin, no matter how correctly you eat. Having said that, people with very active lifestyles and a good digestion do respond well to eating every couple of hours, but the four-hour rule works better for most.

Mukerjee says a daily tablespoon of psyllium seed husk adds fibre in the diet, cleans the system, relieves constipation and eventually helps in weight loss. Take it in the morning before breakfast or before dinner when youre most hungry, to cut unnecessary pangs. Its available everywhere and is an easy way to lose weight.

Updated: December 8, 2019 06:12 PM

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'The Biggest Loser' is coming back to the screen with another season. Bob Harper will be appearing on the show as the host and will follow the lives of men and women who are coming together to change their life.

The audience will get a chance to be part of the journey where contestants not only lose weight but try to fight the reasons that led them to gain weight in the first place.

Trainers, Steve Cook and Erica Lugo will also be following the journey of these contestants and the show will allow the contestants to tell their life stories to the world.

Teri Aguiar was formerMiss Missouri 1999. She then turned flight nurse from Columbia. Aguiar, who is a mother of two decided to start her journey on the show ever since she felt her weight was slowing her down. Currently, at 256 pounds, Aguiar hopes she can get her weight under control and that would help her do her job better.

Katarina Bouton is a 23-year-old cardiac nurse from Jacksonville. She has always struggled with her weight and has decided to come as a contestant on the show to drive her lifestyle towards healthy living. Bouton has always advised people on healthy eating but weighing at 293 pounds, Bouton often finds herself munching on fast food during her shifts. She now hopes to turn her life around.

Domenico Brugellis is a proud father of a six-year-old and works as a food manager with the Department of Education. His job requires him to make healthy choices for the children and his chef background helps him do just that. However, when it comes to himself, Brugellis is unable to maintain a healthy balance with food. Now, weighing 323 pounds, he hopes to make a change in his life as he decides to become a part of the show.

Micah Collum is a 23-year-old from Oneonta whose childhood impacted his way of living. Having divorced parents made Micah and his six siblings fend for themselves. While his weight and height posed an advantage when he was in high school, things have changed now. Ever since Collum graduated he has gained 100 pounds and is struggling to make ends meet as he juggles between various jobs. Weighing at 326, Collum hopes to change his life for the better.

Kim Davis is known for her charming personality and weighing at 242 pounds she is set to turn her life around. Davis currently works like a top tour guide at a popular whiskey distillery. Almost 19 years ago she won her battle against breast cancer and she is not set to start another journey and this time it is to tackle her weight.

Jim DiBattista is a proud father of three who also takes on the role of coach of a local youth football team in his native Philadelphia. DiBattista weighs 385 pounds and wants to lose weight to make sure that he is there to support his family.

Megan Hoffman is a 35-year-old from Simi Valley and is an Operations and Retention Director at a gym. Working at the gym Hoffman is aware of the importance of having a healthy lifestyle but she is unable to take control of her life. Weighing 290 pounds Hoffman decided that it was high time she takes control of her life and this led her to become a part of the show.

PhiXavier Holmes is a professional school counselor in Washington D.C. Holmes loves to invest herself in the lives of her students. However, food became her best friend after her father passed away. Weighing at 357 pounds Holmes hopes to shift towards a healthy living.

Kristi McCart is a law and estate planning, an attorney who hails from Riverview. Her unhealthy relationship with food started at a young age. As a child, McCart would often witness inconsistency as her parents were divorced. She would experience days when she stayed with her mother while others when she spent time with her father. Weighing at 264 pounds McCart is having difficulty getting pregnant. From joining this show, McCart hopes to make better life choices in the future.

Robert Richardson II works as a Territory Sales Manager for a tobacco company in Lafayette. Son of a former NFL player, Richardson always had dreams about joining the football team like his father. Unfortunately, his dreams were shattered once he suffered injuries due to his weight. Weighing at 409 pounds Richardson is trying to make exercise part of his everyday life.

Delores Tomorrow is the founder of a non-profit serving teen girls of color, and event planner who served on the advance team for former First Lady Michelle Obama. Tomorrow has always put off hitting the gym or following a healthy diet but weighing at 280 pounds she is ready to bring out the best in her and start losing weight.

Kyle Yeo lived most of his life as a closeted gay man so he relied on food to hide his feelings. Weighing 302 pounds Yeo now hopes to not let his weight define him. He decided to be part of the show so he can feel confident about his body.

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New Delhi: Weight loss is a process in which diet and workout routine plays a very significant role. Other factors that determine the diet and workout you follow are your body type, lifestyle, and current ailments if any. However, certain foods, activities, and experiences, can help accelerate the process of weight loss.

For instance, meditation can help in weight loss, as it improves mindfulness, and reduces stress in the body. Similarly, a sauna experience may also be linked to accelerating weight loss. Here is what you should know.

There are various types of sauna wood-burning, electrically heated, steam rooms, infrared, to name a few. Sauna has been traditionally used in various parts of the world as a way to socialise, relax, and for its many health benefits.Some people believe that the sauna helps you lose weight since it makes you sweat. However, when looked at scientifically, this may not be completely true. What you lose when you sweat is the water weight and when you drink water again, you will regain the weight. However, the sauna may help accelerate the process of weight loss because of other effects it has on your body.

Since sauna makes you sweat a lot, your intake of water increases. Hydration plays a key role in weight loss, and staying hydrated is also very important for healthy skin.

Another health benefit of the sauna is that it helps reduce stress in the body. When the body is stressed, it responds by releasing the stress hormone, called cortisol. When cortisol levels in the body are high, other body functions are not as efficient, and inefficient body functions can lead to weight gain. Therefore, the sauna is a great way to de-stress and accelerate weight loss.

One common worry that people have is that sauna can lead to dehydration. While there is always a chance of excess sweating, here are a few tips to keep in mind.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a professional healthcare provider if you have any specific questions about any medical matter.

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