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Dr. Scott Howell, a 2019 graduate of Trident's Ph.D. in Health Sciences program, recently published, "Coconut Oil Intake and Its Effects on the Cardiometabolic Profile: A Structured Literature Review" in Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases.

CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Scott Howell, a 2019 graduate of Trident University International's (Trident) Ph.D. in Health Sciences program, recently published research on the health benefits of coconut oil in the 7 November 2019 edition of Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases.

"Coconut Oil Intake and Its Effects on the Cardiometabolic Profile: A Structured Literature Review," led by Dr. Hector O. Santos, examines the effect of coconut oil intake on the cardiometabolic profile through the exploration of lipid indices, as well as potential non-lipid effects, like weight loss. Those with a cardiometabolic risk have increased chances of having diabetes, heart disease, or stroke.

"Our review reveals that coconut oil is not an effective weight loss strategy and it should not be considered as an appetite suppressant," states Dr. Howell. "Lauric acid a fatty acid that is the main component of coconut oil is known to increase concentrations of both low-density and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol."

The research suggests that coconut oil intake in a weight loss regimen should be limited to no more than 10% of total caloric intake. Given that both health and industry professionals have encouraged the use of coconut oil for its health benefits, this research could have far-reaching public health benefits.

Dr. Howell teaches in Trident's College of Health and Human Services and has research interests in the long-term effects of therapeutic androgen use and endocrine disrupting chemicals exposure. He also serves as the research director at Tier 1 Health and Wellness in Chattanooga, TN.

Earlier this year Dr. Howell co-authored, edited, and published the exercise text, "Integrated Periodization in Sports Training and Athletic Development," with Dr. Tudor Bompa, Professor Emeritus at University of Toronto, and Dr. James Hoffmann, of East Tennessee State University. He also had papers published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmacological Research in April.

Dr. Howell has received several acknowledgements for his contributions to academic scholarship. He received the American Military University Academic Scholar Award in 2016 and has taken part in two major National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Department of Defense (DoD) funded studies at Wake Forest University: Strength Training for Arthritis Trial (START) and The Runners and Injury Longitudinal Study (TRAILS).

Dr. Howell holds a Ph.D. in Health Sciences from Trident's College of Health and Human Services and a Master of Science in Sport and Health Science from American Military University.

About Trident University Founded in 1998, Trident University International (Trident) is an online postsecondary university serving adult learners. Trident uses the EdActive learning approach, which employs case-based learning in an online setting to teach real-world relevant critical thinking skills to enhance the lives and education of students. Trident offers quality associate's, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs and certificates, led by a qualified faculty team, over 80% of whom have doctoral degrees. Trident is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and has more than 22,000 with a military affiliation. The University has received multiple acknowledgements from Military Times and Military Advanced Education & Transition for their dedication to military-affiliated students. Visit http://www.trident.edu, Trident's Facebook page, or call at (855) 290-0290 to learn more about Trident's wide range of educational options.

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LEAVING the decade 38 kilos lighter with new outlook on life, Elizah Swan now hopes she can inspire others with their own journey.

Ms Swan who has been living in Roma for the past five years knows losing weight and getting healthy can be daunting, so she became a wellness coach to ensure no-one had to brave it alone.

I remember feeling lonely and like I had no support. Nobody to cheer me on or listen when I faced an obstacle, Ms Swan said.

Theres also so much conflicting information out there in the diet and fitness industry that I felt really overwhelmed. I had no idea where to start or what would work for me.

I had tried many diets and programs over about seven years and I just seemed to fall off the wagon and feel like a bit of a failure. I was sick of it.

But I had to do something about my weight, as it was starting to impact my health.

In 2013, Ms Swan decided to take a different approach and shift her focus towards long term health, rather than instant results.

It meant that the weight loss would take longer but in the end, speed doesnt matter, forward is forward, she said.

My weight loss took about 3 years for the first 30kgs, and slower since then.

The journey hasnt been without its difficulties, but the benefits including an abundance of energy, better sleep, feeling stronger and fitter and improved relationships has made it more than worth it for Elizah.

I literally just take it one step at a time one healthy choice after another, and if I want to celebrate and have drinks and/or cake, I make that decision consciously, she said.

Its all about balance, and not depriving myself of the things I enjoy. As for exercise, it took about two years for me to start enjoying it, but since then Ive stayed consistent and its paid off.

While Ms Swan did initially have a goal weight in mind, she came to realise it was unrealistic and started realising the non scale victories are the most satisfying such as improved self confidence.

I learnt that sometimes our body doesnt lose the weight in the way we think it will, so learning to accept that as part of the process, is an important part, she said

Ms Swan says the best way to begin your journey and avoid temptations is to plan your week out in advance, with both meals and workouts.

That way I can do a solid grocery shop and always have the ingredients for a meal on hand and also, LOTS of good snacks, so Im not (as) tempted by chips and chocolate, she said.

My other tip for people who want to make changes is, just start. Dont overthink it.

Ms Swan says while it is easy to get sucked into the Roma Coma, adapting a healthy lifestyle in a country town is still achievable.

I think if youre just starting out, it helps to go and do something with a friend whether its a walk or a class, it will ease you in and keep you accountable, she said.

In terms of nutrition, I think Roma has a pretty good selection of healthy options. I think it all just comes down to motivation.

Elizah encourages anyone who is struggling to find their own motivation to seek that extra help.

I struggled on my own, so thats why I became a coach. It helps a lot to have someone who understands and can support and guide you, she said.

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4 December 2019, 21:40 | Updated: 5 December 2019, 17:21

The Rak-Su is the latest I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! contestant to show off his weight loss.

Myles Stephenson showed off a dramatic transformation on last night's episode of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!

At the start of the episode, he was seen walking around the campsite chatting to James Haskell, who told him: "Looking leaner again today."

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Myles then replied: "Am I?", to which James replied: "Yep. So lean brother."

The Rak-Su star then said: "Thanks brother."

Myles was at the centre of some controversy earlier this week after his ex Gabby Allen released 'sexts' she claimed that he sent to other women while they were together.

She told her followers on Sunday: 'I just want to reiterate/ set the record straight. I have tried to bite my tongue and keep my dignity.

"But afterdiscovering the new endless determined pursuit of women and a long term affair that Myles undertook.

"I wanted to deal with this break up privately but I have been left with no choice after deflective behaviour and my name being questioned.

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"So, will stand up for myself but I'm not going to talk about this again after today. Thanks to all the girls who came forward and sent me details of Myles' cheating.

"You will see how hard it has been to digest all of this. Have a little look yourself."

Responding to the controversy, a spokesperson for Myles said: "Gabby hasnt stopped talking to the press about Myles since he went into the jungle.

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"We expected this to happen when he did the show, and it has. The public can make their own minds up about what her motivation is."

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In the larger discussion around long-term weight management, bariatric surgery, or weight-loss surgery, its clear that it has become a topic that seems riddled with misconceptions. Here to speak to those misconceptions is the founder and medical director of the Bariatric Medical Institute, Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, who gave us a crash course in all you need to know about bariatric surgery, and dispelled some of the myths surrounding it.

Bariatric surgery is not just one surgery. Its rather a catch-all term used to describe surgeries which are used in the treatment of obesity. Amazingly, these surgeries dont simply work by way of making the stomach much smaller, but rather their main mechanisms of action are metabolic whereby they have a huge impact on the bodys production of hunger hormones, peptides, and even our microbiome in a way that not only leads to long term weight loss and the resolution of many weight-related medical conditions.

Bariatric surgery is not just stomach stapling, as many people might think it is. Twenty years ago, these surgeries were open surgeries with big scars. Nowadays, they are done laparoscopically, consisting of 5 small holes.

Many patients view merely considering bariatric surgery to be a personal failure. They believe that if they simply tried harder or had more self-efficacy, theyd be able to lose the weight without the surgery. While its true that weight management is about eating less and exercising more, that truism is about as useful to long term success as buy low, sell high is to becoming a millionaire. A patients job is to do their best, to live with the healthiest life that they can enjoy. If that best effort doesnt afford them sufficient success to reduce medical comorbidities and/or improve their quality of life then we might consider medications, and if behaviour plus medications didnt do the trick, thankfully, we have a surgical option.

Right now, the requirements for bariatric surgery include a body mass index of 35 or higher with weight responsive medical conditions, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, etc., or a BMI of 40 regardless of medical issues. While BMI is relative, to give you an idea of what these numbers look like in real life for a person who is 5 foot 6, a BMI of 35 would come at a weight of 210 pounds and a BMI of 40 would put them at 240 pounds.

The procedure presents no more risk than a gallbladder removal, with mortality rates ranging from 2% to 0.2%. It would be important for you as a clinician to check with your local surgical site and ask them if they could provide you with their statistics, but generally, surgical centres of excellence say that bariatric surgical mortality is comparable to any other intra-abdominal surgery. Most patients are off of painkillers, aside from acetaminophen, within three to four days.

Though bariatric surgery can help patients achieve dramatic and sustained weight losses, its not curative. For surgery to be a long term success, behavioural effort is required. While not the effort of classic dieting, if a patient ignores their surgerys required nutrition guidelines and dietary recommendations, over time, they risk regaining all of the weight theyll lose through surgery, and that once weight lost through surgery is regained, its very unlikely there will be the option of a second surgical procedure to help.

One of the most common patient concerns is that following surgery they will be faced with the scenario of being constantly hungry and yet unable to eat. Bariatric surgery does affect hunger hormones but it actually decreases their production. Much more often than not, bariatric surgery patients find themselves with far less hunger post-operatively, and on those rare occasions that a post-operative patient does struggle with a resurgence of hunger, early experiences with liraglutide suggest that it may be a very useful drug in its management.

Generally speaking, post bariatric surgery patients are encouraged to eat multiple smaller meals throughout the day with an emphasis on the inclusion of protein. Part of the reason for this is that due to the small stomach, they fill quickly, and so if youre not eating frequently, you may not be able to meet nutritional needs.

We also discourage eating and drinking at the same time in part because it may lead to those small stomachs to fill quickly and actually hurt. The first 3-6 post-operative months can be especially difficult in terms of patients learning how to eat again. That said, with time, patients will learn how to manage their new anatomies and they will find their new normals in terms of what, when, and how much they can eat. The other major caution is to alcohol consumption, which post-surgically, affects people very differently than prior and actually increases the risk of dependency and alcohol use disorder.

Nutritional deficiencies are the main side effect of bariatric surgery. Deficiencies post-surgery depend in part on which surgery is performed. Consequently, patients who have surgery must be prepared to take supplements and regularly (at least annually) have their blood drawn and analyzed. Speaking to the most common bariatric surgery, the roux-en-y gastric bypass, part of the deficiencies are a consequence, in part, to the sort of intestines that are bypassed, and in part due to decreased dietary consumption. Risk, and consequently, surveillance, is for life. That said, we monitor for deficiencies and we replace them with supplements if need be.

At least in the early weeks and months post-surgery, patients should expect a bit of an emotional ride. From days where they wish they had done the surgery years earlier, to days where they feel they made the biggest mistake of their lives, because its quite challenging. Its relearning how to eat in terms of pace. Often palates change. If you eat too quickly a person can experience pain or nausea. Its just a great deal of change quickly and thats challenging to take in at times.

Reassuring them that this rollercoaster is normal, and pointing them in advance towards the myriad of online resources that they can access for peer support (ask your patients who have had surgery already if there are any local Facebook groups and also you can steer patients to obesityhelp.com) can help them weather their surgical journeys.

Studies on post-bariatric surgery pregnancy demonstrate that the pregnancies are actually safer for both mother and baby than pregnancies with pre-bariatric surgical weights. Theres no data to suggest its more difficult to get pregnant post-bariatric surgery. In terms of wait times post-surgery, in Ontario we recommend a woman wait 18 months post-surgery to conceive, but of course if it happens sooner, we simply manage those pregnancies.

The benefits of the surgery are staggering. We see long term remission of type 2 diabetes in 75-85% of patients, we see resolution of high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and reflux. We often see pain decrease consequent to decreased mechanical loads on joints, we know that the risk of many different cancers decrease and we know too, that it extends lifes quantity and also, dramatically, lifes quality so many patients express the sentiment that theyre finally able to live the lives they want to live running marathons, travelling, playing and keeping up with their kids and grandkids, taking on challenges that they felt, fairly or not, were not within the realm of possibility when they were heavier.

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A formerly overweight and chubby Beagle has been crowned top dog after losing a third of his body weight.

Luigi, whose love of Sunday dinners saw him bulge to nearly 5st, shaved eight inches off his tubby waistline in six months after he went through a regular ands strenuous workout regime by a fitness club for unfit dogs.

The diet busting hound was awarded his title by animal charity PDSAs Pet Fit Club after reaching 3st 3lb the perfect weight for his breed after his huge appetite saw him fatten up to almost 40% over his ideal bodyweight which threatened his health.

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Luigis diet and exercise regime included spending more time outside for walks and cutting out his intake of extra food and snacks.

His owner Perrie Eedy, 28, said: His love of roast dinners was entirely my fault, I love them myself. As a treat I would give him a bit of carrot or some beef. I thought I was being kind.Since overhauling Luigis diet and exercise regime, the change weve seen in him has been unbelievable, hes a different dog now.

At first the weight came off slowly, but after a couple of months of being strict and really sticking to it, we noticed a big difference in him and his body shape.

Miss Eedy, from Newport, South Wales, said her dogs fitness regime also had a positive effect on herself and husband Matt Jordan, 35.

She said: We spend more time outdoors exploring new places with him now, and its helped me with my exercise too as I go out on runs and long bike rides with him.

He has totally transformed from the dog we used to drag out on walks before, hes often running well ahead of us now.

But Luigis weight-loss journey was not without dramas on times.

Miss Eedy said: We got married earlier this year and put Luigi in a home boarding kennel for a few nights, but while he was there he managed to break into the locked utility room where the food was kept.They found him head-first in a bag of food. We dont know how much he managed to eat but he didnt lose any weight that month.

On another occasion he also managed to steal a birthday cake Id made and left cooling on the kitchen counter before I decorated it.

Vets at the Cardiff PDSA Pet Hospital in Splott Cardiff, who oversaw Luigis challenge, called on pet owners concerned about their pets weight to work with their vet.

PDSA vet nurse Nina Downing said: Pet obesity is a growing issue that affects millions of UK pets. We believe up to 50% of dogs and cats in the UK are overweight or obese, which can lead to serious long-term health problems and a shortened life expectancy.

We the Euro Weekly news asked Beagle owner and local entertainer Ricky Lavazza how he kept his beagle Hugo in check Its tough he laughed, tying the kids up and storing them in the cupboard to prevent treats might help he laughed.

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Potatoes benefits: Potatoes can be good for your digestion and gut health

Potatoes, which is undoubtedly one of the most delicious vegetables, has always been in a bad light. However, if the findings of a recently-conducted study are to be believed, then consuming potato puree during prolonged exercise can sustain blood glucose level and boost performance in trained athletes, just like commercial carbohydrate gel. Potatoes are cost-effective, rich in nutrients and a whole food source of carbohydrates. Results of the study were published in Journal of Applied Physiology. 12 fit, healthy sports lovers participated in the study. They bicycled for 265 km on an average every week.

In order to qualify for the trials, athletes were required to reach a specific level of aerobic fitness and complete 120-minute cycling challenge followed by a time trial. All of the participants were wither made to consume water alone, or commercially available carbohydrate gel, or an equivalent amount of carbs from potatoes. Throughout the study, blood glucose levels, core body temperature, exercise intensity, gastric emptying and gastrointestinal symptoms of the participants were checked.

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Performance level of cyclists who got carbohydrates by ingesting potatoes or recommended about of gels was found to be same. There was a significant boost in performance of two groups apart from the one which only consumed water.

All in all, it has to be understood that potatoes are not so bad after all! It is in fact, a time-tested food which is versatile in nature and can be included in a weight loss diet too. Not all carbs are bad and consuming potatoes while practicing portion control can fill you up and also provide you with Vitamin C and B6, potassium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, niacin and folate.

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1. Potatoes contain beneficial antioxidants that can reduce damage caused by free radicals.

2. Potatoes can be good for your digestion and gut health. Fibre content in potatoes can keep constipation at bay. Resistant starch from potatoes is mostly converted in short-chain fatty acid butyrate, which provides good bacteria to the gut. A healthy gut is an essential prerequisite for good overall health.

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3. Potatoes are naturally gluten-free, which makes it a favourable food for people with celiac disease of gluten intolerance.

4. Potatoes are filling in nature. They can increase levels of fullness hormones such as cholecystokinin.

5. Resistant starch in potatoes can help in reducing insulin resistance and this can help in blood sugar control. Potatoes are thus beneficial for people with diabetes (keeping portion control in mind).

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Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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With every flip of the calendar, it seems a new diet fad captures national attention, promising effortless weight loss. The Paleo diet is how our ancestors ate it must be healthy. No, try intermittent fasting. Scratch that this prune juice detox will take inches off your waist in days!

Prof. David Levitsky, nutritional sciences, describes obesity as the biggest public health problem we have. Its cause? Not carbohydrates or processed sugars as the latest trend might have you believe. The science behind obesity is simple: excess calorie intake.

The fundamental science behind nutrition and related physiology has not changed for decades, Levitsky said. Instead, its the media, with a motive to sell, writing about the science that changes. While some diets make it easier to consume less, they may be unnecessary.

Veganism

With this perspective on nutrition, the vegan diet may be the healthiest of them all. Vegans live longer than anyone else, Levitsky said. That should tell you something.

But its not the meat thats going to kill you, Levitsky explained. There is no magical quality of plant-based diets that will make you immortal. Vegan diets drastically improve health outcomes because, on average, theyre far lower in dietary fats compared to omnivorous diets and higher in fiber.

But despite the benefits it carries, Levitsky also urged caution towards vegan diets. Since vegan meals often dont contain complete proteins and are low in iron, vegans need to be very cognizant in planning their meals and combining appropriate protein sources.

Low-Carb Diets

Some of the most popular modern diets Paleo, Atkins and Keto, to name a few portray carbohydrates as the antithesis of health, a macronutrient to be avoided at all costs.

Carbohydrates dont deserve this reputation, Levitsky said. Like any other macronutrients, the problem is overconsumption,and carbs are the easiest to overeat, as we typically eat 60-65% of our calories from carbohydrates.

In a low-carb diet, that range drops to 10-15%, Levitsky said. He explained that this doesnt discount low carb diets efficacy for weight loss, but there are a few issues if one endures a low-carb diet.

First, the rapid drop in weight may not be from fat tissue, but instead from fluids. Excess carbohydrates are stored in the body as glycogen, which holds large amounts of water with it. As low-carb diets deplete these stores, the water rapidly flushes out.

The other problem is the fact that people cant stay on low-carb diets for long periods of time. If you look at the population statistics, most people cant stick to these for more than a few months. Levitsky said. And once you start indulging in those pre-meal bread rolls again, youre just going to put [the weight] back on immediately.

Ultimately, low-carb diets are not an effective way to lose weight and sustain it, Levitsky said.

Intermittent Fasting

A number of other fasting schemes have gained popularity recently, but the idea behind them is the same: limit the period of time during which you eat.

Levitsky describes these methods as very effective for losing weight, but emphasizes that there is no special benefit of eating only during specified windows. These are simple mechanisms to reduce caloric intake.

It turns out, most people cant do it for long periods of time. But if it fits into your lifestyle, theres nothing wrong with it, Levitsky said.

What is the ideal diet?

Levitsky also offered a few guides for students unsure about how they should eat. First, he recommends not eating the same foods for two days in a row in order to diversify your nutrient sources constantly. Next, never eat when youre not hungry this is a very easy way to consume less.

Another tip he gives is to take small portions. Perhaps the most prominent environmental signal to eat is whats on your plate, he said. By exercising portion control, we can simplify the dieting process substantially.

Ultimately, for those whose goal is to lose weight, they should be eating in moderation with a variety of foods and using the scale to objectively track progress for weight loss.

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After beginning aweight loss journeyat 90 pounds, Wolfgang the beagle is all the #healthgoals we need this holiday season.

Erin McManus began fostering the overweight dog and didn't want to give the adorable guy up, so she decided to adopt him and help him lose the weight.

Wolfgang's goal weight? 25 pounds.

He's losing about a pound a week, McManus told InsideEdition.com. Knowing that it was going to be a journey with him was a big reason why we did adopt them. He's just such a nice dog. Hard to say no to that face.

To stay on the weight loss train and shed pounds, Wolfgang is now on a 600-calorie diet.

I make his own food. It's lean turkey as the base, lots of vegetables, and some supplements, McManus said.

He swims in the pool now, goes on walks, and even exercises on a water treadmill weekly.

He takes his toy with them. He always has a toy, McManus said. "We don't know why he likes to work out with a toy, but I guess most people like working out with a friend, so I think he thinks the toys are his workout buddies.

While McManus said she doesnt know much about Wolfgangs previous life, she said he has a minor thyroid problem that he is now on medication for.

McManus created an Instagramaccount for Wolfgang, which has already racked up 37,000 followers. So Wolfgang has all the support he needs. The dog mom said she definitely wasnt expecting all of the attention.

I was expecting maybe my mom would follow on Instagram, and maybe one or two other people. But you know, I mean, his personality I think, shines through, McManus said. Everyone likes feeling encouraged. And a morbidly obese dog trying to get fit, I think has encouraged a lot of people. I know he encourages us.

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Unfortunately, carbohydrate-rich plant foods just don't fit into most keto plans. Eating them can knock you out of ketosis. Yes, these foods have their merits; they come loaded with plant compounds such as flavonoids, carotenoids, phytoestrogens, and glucosinolates and other vitamins and minerals. But, if you are looking to go keto, you'll have to skip them.

Let's look at some frequent offenders that trip people up on their keto plan:

Starchier veggies. Sweet potatoes, beets, pumpkin, and butternut or spaghetti squash are nutrient powerhouses. But along with those nutrients and fiber comes a hefty carbohydrate load that can knock you right out of ketosis.

Legumes. This broad category of plant foods includes alfalfa, beans, carob, chickpeas, lentils, peas, soybeans, tamarind, and peanuts. Legumes are high in carbohydrates. (Read: keto-unfriendly in even small amounts.) They also contain lectins, anti-nutrients that can lead to inflammation in some people.

Fruit. Apples and other fruits are nutrient rock stars with gut-healing nutrients and fiber. But fruit tastes sweet and can be easy to overeat for a reason: Most kinds are high in sugar. Even a little bit of fruit can stall weight loss on a keto diet.

Even when you're avoiding these higher-carbohydrate plant foods, you might still be getting carbs from other sources that sabotage your keto plan.

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Robbie Williams originally found fame as a member of the English pop group, Take That from 1989 to 1995, however, he achieved greater commercial success with his solo career, beginning in 1997. Robbie is a highly beloved British singer and has been a constant presence in British culture throughout the last 20 decades. Recently, the singer-songwriter has made an admission that he has struggled with a relentless weight battle for several years and admitted that to overhaul his lifestyle and improve his health and diet he cut out one thing to trim down. What did he cut out?

Appearing on the WW, Weight Watchers reimagined, Wellness that Works podcast Robbie speaks about his weight loss and wellness journey since joining the programme.

Robbie Williams is a WW ambassador and is currently on the new myWW programme - its most customised weight-loss programme ever.

The WW Wellness that Works podcast is a fun and motivational podcast for anyone who wants to build healthy habits whether that means eating better, moving more, shifting your mindset or all of the above.

What did Robbie Williams have to say about weight loss?

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During the episode the ever-entertaining singer and showman, opens up about how his previous relationship with food had affected his mental health, with Robbie commenting that: I found that normally my history is being overweight and being dreadfully unhappy and then counteracting that with extreme measures and being depressed because there are no nutrients in my body.

Talking about why he became a part of the WW family Robbie said: There is this relentless weight battle and weight issue that Ive had forever.

WW phoned up and said hey, we want you to be really healthy and have a clean head, and feel good about yourself!.

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The universe spoke and I listened to it, and I was like, yes, please let me get on this. And I started boxing. That was great for my mind.

Since becoming a WW ambassador, Robbies relationship with food and exercise has changed: Im golfing a lot and Im in nature. And its three hours of walking and its meditative because all youre thinking about is that next shot and it takes you out of yourself.

Like boxing does. You know, you go boxing and its so hard but so enjoyable.

And then I saw on a podcast somebody would say, if you dont work out, its the equivalent of taking a depressant pill instead of an antidepressant. If you dont work out and dont do something you're taking a depressant pill.

Robbie credits WW for how well hes feeling at the moment saying that: Its helping me tremendously.

Ive changed my life. Im loving being a daddy. Loving the WW, loving - the wife.

Yeah all is good. There is a confidence thats coming with the WW programme.

So, what was one of the main things that Robbie cut out to lose weight and overhaul his lifestyle?

Robbie revealed during the podcast that he gave up smoking to overhaul his diet after he became worried about having an early death.

He revealed: The most recent thing that triggered this whole [weight gain] thing was I relapsed on smoking.

So when I smoke, I'm half-smoke, half-man. I'm a man of extremes. And the wife said, 'You got to give up smoking'.

I didn't want to do the death, the early death. So I was like, yeah, OK.

And I just thought, hang on, maybe I can just view this differently. This whole process, not only could I give up smoking, but I could be fit and healthy and have a clean head and a clean vision of how I want my future.

And I found that moment to be very, very powerful.

For more information about myWW, visit WW.com or download the WW app.

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