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Weight loss teas promise to boost your metabolism, burn away stomach fat, and even "teatox" your body.

What tea marketers don't tell you is that drinking these brews might also be associated with more missed periods, unplanned pregnancies, and permanent gut damage.

Social media influencers can make thousands (or even tens of thousands) of dollars promoting these teas as fundamental weight loss strategies. But Instagrammers and YouTube stars are not required to vet, understand, or even actually drink the things that they post about.

It turns out the heart-healthy teas that you might actually want to drink, which are scientifically-linked with good health outcomes, are both cheaper than a "teatox" detox tea and much safer for your body in the long run. Here's what to know.

Actress Jameela Jamil has been a vocal opponent of weight loss teas. Her online petition to end celebrity promotions of "toxic diet products" on social media has garnered more than 244,000 signatures. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

Detox teas don't do much in the way of helping people lose weight.

"If you want to 'curb your appetite' eat some damn green vegetables or have some nutritious natural vegetable soup," The Good Place star Jameela Jamil, who started a body-positive #iweigh movement on social media, said on Instagram last year, railing against the diet tea industry.

Jamil is correct that detox teas are not a science-backed way to lose weight. At best, they may lead to more urination and bowel movements, and at worst, they can do serious harm.

Instagram told Insider that it recently began blocking weight loss product ads to Instagrammers under age 18. The platform also promised to remove from the platform any content that "makes a miraculous claim" about diet or weight loss.

"I've been working with Instagram all year towards this," Jamil said on her Instagram page after the new policy took effect on September 18. "If you're under 18, you will no longer be exposed to any diet/detox products, and for all other ages; all fad products that have bogus, unrealistic claims will be taken down and easy to report."

People drink tea at a Taoist temple tea house. Szechuan Province, China. Sovfoto/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

There is good reason why tea is considered the most popular drink in the world (after water).

In places around the globe where it's not always safe to drink out of the tap, making a well-boiled tea from leaves or ricewater can be a great way to stay hydrated, without getting any waterborne illnesses.

But not all tea is created equal. Green tea is one of the healthiest options, studies suggest, because it may help lower blood pressure and is rich in plant chemicals called flavonoids.

Flavonoids are not unique to tea; they're also abundant in fruits (especially citrus), veggies, chocolate, and wine. The way that these plant chemicals work inside humans is still something of a mystery to science, but researchers have discovered that they tend to be associated with better vascular health, and what look like decent heart health benefits (hold the milk for best results, and go easy on the sugar).

Weight loss claims about teas are more contentious. Many of the studies that people use to bolster diet tea claims have been done in mice, not people.

Some scientists are intrigued by appetite-regulating chemicals called catechins that are especially common in green and oolong tea varieties.

There is evidence that, at least for some people, drinking catechin-rich green tea can help burn more fat. But experts treat these findings with caution, as the studies tend to be small, the effects minimal, and the results not entirely conclusive. (Some research, for example, has only been performed on small groups of men, while other results find ethnic differences to the benefits of tea-drinking.)

Another issue with bigger, population-based studies is that tea-drinkers tend to have healthier lifestyles overall, making it difficult to tease out how many of the observed health benefits researchers see in them are really from the tea they drink.

It is also possible to drink too much tea, no matter what kind. The plant chemical oxilate, abundant in tea, can prompt kidney trouble, if you consume glasses upon glasses (like, really a lot, say, 16) every day.

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Some teas aren't "diet" at all, they're just emptying out your insides. Literally.

Many teas contain laxatives and diuretics, all-natural or not. Some of these teas are designed, quite simply, to get things moving out the back end, while others perpetuate dangerous myths about how they can prompt rapid weight loss.

"The 'weight loss' caused by a laxative-induced bowel movement contains little actual food, fat, or calories," the National Eating Disorders Association says on its website. "If the chronic laxative abuser refuses to re-hydrate, they risk dehydration, which further taxes the organs and which may ultimately cause death."

Drinking laxative-laced teas regularly can lead to laxative dependency, effectively shutting down a person's colon, and potentially damaging their liver, too.

Some of the other serious side effects of laxative useinclude fatigue, rectal bleeding, dizziness (often associated with dehydration), and weakness. That's why doctors recommend laxatives should only be used to treat constipation now and then, and not every day.

Dieters who've tried one celebrity-endorsed "teatox" have complained to outlets including Vice and The Daily Mail that they were missing periods and getting pregnant while on birth control.

Green tea, on the other hand, is generally considered fine to drink during pregnancy, as long as sippers stick to a cup or less per day. (The caffeine in green tea, just like coffee, is linked with more premature babies and lower birth weights, when drank with abandon.)

If you enjoy a little green tea, it can be a great and inexpensive way to stay warm, get some caffeine, and maybe even help regulate your appetite.

But tea can be dangerous when people use it to avoid eating real food. Diet teas don't work, and you'll stay far healthier eating a balanced diet, rich in nutrient-dense plants, without the gut-bomb diarrhea-inducing diet cleanses.

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According to Ayurvedic medicine, an alternative health system with roots in India, cows milk should be consumed in the evening (1).

This is because the Ayurvedic school of thought considers milk to be sleep-inducing and heavy to digest, making it unsuitable as a morning drink.

Still, you may wonder whether theres any scientific evidence to support this claim or whether drinking milk at other times of the day may be beneficial depending on your health goals.

This article reviews whether timing matters when it comes to drinking milk.

In certain instances, drinking milk at a specific time may help you reap the most benefits.

Milk provides a variety of health-promoting nutrients, and drinking a glass at mealtime is an easy way to add them to your diet.

In fact, 1 cup (240 ml) of whole milk contains (2):

The calcium in milk supports bone growth, while magnesium and potassium are vital for blood pressure regulation. This ubiquitous beverage is also low in calories but rich in protein (3, 4).

In the United States, most milk products are fortified with vitamin D, another nutrient that promotes bone health by helping your body absorb calcium. However, not every country fortifies its dairy (3).

Still, no research suggests that theres a specific time to drink milk to reap its general health benefits.

Since milk is rich in protein, it may aid weight loss and muscle building.

Protein-rich foods like milk can boost weight loss by improving metabolism and increasing fullness after meals, which may lead to lower daily calorie intake (5, 6).

Whats more, drinking milk after workouts supports muscle growth and improved body composition (7, 8).

One 3-month study in 10 young women found that those who drank fat-free milk 5 days per week after strength training experienced greater improvements in muscle mass and fat loss, compared with those who did not drink milk (8).

Based on these results, the best time to drink milk to promote muscle growth and weight loss appears to be directly after exercise.

However, keep in mind that drinking excessive amounts of milk may lead to weight gain due to high calorie intake (9).

Some people believe that milk bolsters digestion, although scientific evidence does not back this idea.

Therefore, theres no recommended time of day to drink milk to aid digestion. All the same, you can try drinking it with meals to see if you notice a difference.

Nonetheless, some fermented dairy products, including yogurt and kefir, may promote digestion and healthy bowel movements. These items contain probiotics, or beneficial bacteria that support your gut microbiome (10, 11).

Theres no recommended time to drink milk to reap its general health benefits. However, if youre looking to lose weight or build muscle, studies suggest that drinking milk right after workouts is best.

People with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy should avoid milk.

Lactose intolerance is an inability to digest the main sugar in milk. This condition results in gas, bloating, and diarrhea (12).

Additionally, people with diabetes or poor blood sugar control may want to limit their milk intake. Since milk contains lactose, a type of sugar, it may contribute to high blood sugar levels (13).

If you limit your dairy intake, you can choose from several plant-based milk substitutes, including almond, soy, cashew, and hemp milks. You may want to look for varieties that are unsweetened and dont contain unnecessary additives.

People with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies should avoid milk. Numerous nondairy alternatives, including soy and almond milks, are available.

Cows milk is a nutrient-rich beverage that provides protein, calcium, and several other nutrients.

No research suggests that you should drink milk at a particular time to reap its health benefits. However, some studies indicate that drinking it after a workout may help those who specifically want to lose weight or build muscle.

Overall, the best time to drink milk depends on your personal goals and needs.

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A sudden weight gain can trigger multiple long term health issues that honestly, could have been avoided if you paid attention to your bodys signs or the prompts made by loved ones, instead of ignoring them. 27-year-old Shreyans Kochar tell us that at almost 100 kgs, he never thought of himself as an overweight individual until he realised that hes not as active as he used to be and is also constantly short of breath.

Many of my colleagues would tell me that I am the proud champion of an overgrown belly and face, but Id ignore them thinking theyre messing with me. But as the days kept passing I realised that my breathing has changed and I cannot sit or stand for long amounts of time. Id feel very restless, he says.

Shortly after this realisation hit me, my insurances renewal date came knocking and after going through a proper and thorough health checkup, I found out that I weigh a whopping 98 kgs and my insurance premiums have shot up by almost 5-7k. According to the reports, my health was a great risk factor. How was my health a great risk factor? Good question! Well, at the young age of 27, I body weight was already more than triple my age, he adds.

This moment was a huge eye-opener for me. Risking your own life is never an option; it triggered me to start working out and get in shape." In a span of 8 months, Shreyans was able to trim from 98 kgs to 84 by following the below weight loss plan.

To lose weight, I made 7 uncompromisable rules for myself to follow, these were:

1

Quit junk food such as pizzas, burgers, fried delicacies, carbonated drinks and street food

2

Reduce the intake of sugar and start sipping on green tea one/two times a day

3

Reduce the portion size of my meals. I switched my heavy 2-meal plan to small servings 4-5 meals a day

4

Join a gym and make sure that I dont bunk it

5

Avoid alcohol as much as I can

6

Sleep early and get up earlier

7

Educate myself on nutrition on what to eat and what not to eat

As per my rules, I enrolled in a gym and started following the below workout regime. I also stuck to only the weight loss diet plan I had made for myself to complement the workout routine.

"My weight loss workout routine was a combination of weight training, HIIT and cardio. However, there are many different routines to burn fat such as Zumba and Tabata that you can try."

Chest -

1

2

Dumbbell/Barbell Bench Press (Flat, Inclined and Decline ) | Set - 3 (for each variation) | reps - 12 to 15 (each variation)

3

Dumbbell Fly | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

4

Pushups - (Try as much as I can - Target was 50 )

Triceps -

1

Dumbbell French Press | Set 3 | Reps: 12-15 each set

2

Decline Tricep Extension | Set 3 | Reps: 12-15 each set

3

Underhand Kickback | Set 3 | Reps: 12-15 each set (each hand)

4

Tate Press | Set 3 | Reps: 12-15 each set

5

Back dips | Set 3 | Reps: 12-15 each set

6

Back -

1

Dumbbell rowing | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

2

Lat pulldown (wide grip ) | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

3

Seated Cable rowing | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

Biceps -

1

Dumbbell curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

2

Close grip Barbell curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

3

hammer curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

4

Wide grip barbell curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

5

Concentration curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

6

Inclined curl | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

After back and biceps - Shrugs | Set -3 | Reps - 15 (each set)

Abs - 3-4 variations of common exercises

Legs -

1

Barbell Squats | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

2

Walking Lunges | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set- One set equal to to and fro)

3

Sumo Squats | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

4

Deadlifts | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

Shoulders -

1

Overhead shoulder press | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

2

Lateral raise | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

3

Front Raise | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

4

Barbell Overhead press | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

5

Arnold Press | Set -3 | Reps - 12-15 (each set)

6

1

Burpees | Set -3 | Reps-20

2

High Raise | Set -3 | Reps-20

3

Jump Squats | Set -3 | Reps-20

4

5

Mountain Climber | Set -3 | Reps-20

6

Jumping Lunges | Set -3 | Reps-20

End with abs workout - 4-5 variation | 3 sets | 15-20 Reps per set

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Early morning (pre-workout): A cup of black coffee and some nuts

Post-workout: One scoop of Whey followed by peanut butter and oats

Breakfast: One brown bread sandwich with paneer or veggies

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A woman says she cant hide her delight after shedding three stone with Slimming World.

Karen Foster thought she was never going to lose the pounds after several failed attempts at diets.

However, three years ago she decided to give it a go and headed to her nearest Slimming World group in Yaddlethorpe just north of Gainsborough.

And the hard work has paid dividends after Ms Foster went from 14 stone three pounds to 11 stone three pounds.

She said: Like a lot of slimmers, I had tried to lose weight so many times before by following numerous diets but they were never sustainable because Id always get tired of restricting what I ate.

I thought I was destined to struggle with my weight for the rest of my life, but when I came to Slimming World it was different.

I never felt like I was on a diet. The eating plan encourages you to eat lots of tasty, filling foods like pasta, rice, potatoes and lean meat and fish, you are never hungry and no foods are banned so theres no deprivation.

I couldnt believe Id found a way to lose weight without starving myself.

Ms Foster says it isnt just about the food though.

She said: Slimming World isnt just about changing what you eat. Becoming more active is important too.

Our Body Magic programme takes the threat out of activity by showing people, many of whom have unpleasant memories of being forced to take part in activity at school , how they can build activity into their daily routine without having to take up traditional forms of exercise like going to the gym or running.

Everything counts from walking to gardening to washing the car. I love getting out in the fresh air to walk my dog to get my Body Magic!

As a consultant its my role to create that warm, supportive atmosphere to get people sharing their ideas and experiences to help others - its going to be great fun.

She is now determined to help others and has successfully trained to become a consultant running her group.

Poppy Tarr, who runs Slimming Worlds Scotter group and manages Karen as a team developer, said: Slimming World consultants are chosen for their positive outlook and because they genuinely care about the health and happiness of others.

With Karens experience of being a successful Slimming World member and her kind and warm personality and great sense of humour I just know that shell be an amazing support to members, cheering them all the way to their target weight.

Karens Slimming World group will be held at Yaddlethorpe Methodist Church every Thursday at 5:30pm and 7:30pm from November 14 2019.

For more information or to join Karens group either pop along on November 14 or call her on 07885 519739.

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Avocado, also known as alligator pear is known for its high nutrient value and used to add extra flavour and rich texture to food. Considered as the main ingredient of guacamole, this fruit comes in many shapes and colours is rich in vitamins and minerals that make it a healthy choice for people of all age groups.You will be surprised to know that it doesnt contain any cholesterol or sodium and is also low in saturated fat.While we all have been reading about its rich fibre content that makes it effective in weight loss and metabolic health, a recent study has highlighted that it can also help in delaying or preventing diabetes.According to the latest study published in the journal- Molecular Nutrition and Food Research, it has been found that avocado has a compound that can inhibit cellular processes that normally lead to diabetes. During the research, it was found that the compound was easily absorbed into the blood with no adverse effects on the kidney or liver. The researchers have found that avocation B (AvoB), a fat molecule found only in avocado, counters incomplete oxidation in skeletal muscle and the pancreas to reduce insulin resistance.In a human clinical, AvoB was given as a dietary supplement to participants eating a typical western diet was absorbed safely into their blood without affecting their kidney or skeletal muscle,After the successful demonstration of its safety in humans, the team is planning to conduct clinical trials to test AvoBs efficient in treating metabolic ailments in people too. Inputs from ANI

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Over the last dozen years, the Kardashian family has become one of the most popular families in the world. Weve watched the youngest family members grow into adults and the oldest family members grow to have large families of their own. Now that five of the six Kardashian-Jenners have kids, were watching their little ones grow up, too. And its no secret that the family is a fan of fillers, Botox, and other procedures. But will they allow their kids to have the same work done as they grow older?

Kris Jenners first grandchild might have come as a surprise, but since Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick welcomed Mason in 2009, Jenner has become a grandmother to nine more little ones. Kourtney and Scott learned they were pregnant after they had a fling while they were broken up. Theyve since welcomed two more kids, Penelope and Reign (the two split in 2015). Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were looking toward marriage when they learned they were pregnant with their first child. They welcomed North in 2013, wed in 2014, and have since had three more kids. Rob Kardashian has one daughter with rapper Blac Chyna, while Khlo Kardashian and Kylie Jenner each have one daughter with their respective exes, Tristan Thompson and Travis Scott.

Over the last few years, weve seen the Kardashians appearances change quite a bit. Khlo worked hard to lose weight and gain the body she had always dreamt of after her divorce from Lamar Odom; she now sports blonde hair, too. Though the Kardashians eat healthy and work out, theyve never denied being fans of artificial fillers. Over the last few years, some have become concerned with Kims use of face fillers; fans have said shes almost unrecognizable in her photos. Kylie Jenner has become a fan of fillers as well; her lips are the main reason her makeup brand has made her a billionaire. Kourtney, though, prefers the more natural look and doesnt add fillers to her face or lips. However, the 40-year-old does have breast implants. Kendall Jenner appears to be the only woman in the family who hasnt had any work done.

Its safe to say that Kim and Kylie are bigger fans of the artificial fillers than the rest of the family. Their faces have both been altered quite a bit since their fame took off, and if they did it, they will likely allow their children to do it as well. Kylie started receiving fillers as young as 18, though she might suggest that her own daughter should wait a bit longer before having any work done. Kim is already grooming North to be a mini version of herself between her style and spunky attitude, so it seems Kim would also allow her kids to have any work done that they choose, too.

Kourtney hasnt had any work done to her face, so she might advocate for her children to do the same. However, she did receive breast implants, so she isnt totally opposed to plastic surgery. Khlo once said she had fillers done one time and had a bad reaction, so she hasnt done them since. She might caution her children to be wary. And so far, Kendall hasnt had any work done and has preferred to go the all-natural route. Shes still very young, so that could change in time, but for now, it seems that she would be the one sister most hesitant to allow her future children to undergo a ton of alterations to their bodies.

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Time once again for Outsports to stop the clock for an instant reply of the week that was. Its my way of memorializing the glorious victories, the ignominious defeats, and the players and personalities who made them, lived them or just couldnt avoid them.

I realize my roster may differ from yours, and I welcome your comments, contributions and critiques. I read them all! Details on how to reach me are below, after our look at the weeks winners and losers.

The Los Angeles Sparks guard tied the knot with her girlfriend Tipesa Moorer on Saturday.

WWL Radio terminated Seth Dunlap despite his insistence he had nothing to do with the anti-gay tweet sent from the stations account.

The newly minted AEW tag team champion rightfully faced ridicule after using homophobic slurs on Twitter back in 2011, an admittedly dark time in his 17-year career. Sky made strides to understand his errors and correct himself on a personal level in the time since his misstep, and he delved into that experience in a recent interview with Chris Van Vliet.

Nationals pitcher Sean Doolittle said he didnt attend the White Houses World Series celebration out of solidarity with his wife and her two moms. Some readers say he missed an opportunity to deliver a message to President Trump in person, others applauded his decision, and others believe his choice was absolutely the wrong thing to do.

The team of Delmi Exo and out wrestler Ashley Vox ended the 370-day reign of SHIMMER legends Mercedes Martinez and Cheerleader Melissa on Saturday.

As Major League Baseball continues to progress in its relationship with the LGBTQ community, our Ken Schultz says the contributions of trailblazers like Glenn Burke should be visible in Cooperstown.

In his memoir, Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon writes about love, falling down, getting up, and, yes, Mike Pence. He talks about it with co-founder Cyd Zeigler on his new weekly podcast, Five Rings To Rule Them All, which highlights the lives of out LGBTQ Olympians ahead of Tokyo.

The first woman to win consecutive Olympic gold medals in the ring steps down due to irreversible eye damage.

The San Francisco 49ers are off to a hot start for the 2019 season, 8-0, the most positive surprise of the season so far. And theyre doing it with an openly gay coach on the staff. Katie Sowers came out publicly in 2017 after she had been hired by the 49ers.

One of Londons loudest voices on the far right took aim at a trans woman named 2019 Kent Women Player of the Year: Another kick in the ovaries for biological females everywhere, Katie Hopkins tweeted. The captain of her cricket team fired back: Personally Im proud to call her my teammate and my friend. So please attempt dont speak for me or my ovaries.

The Union Cycliste Internationale announced it may reset maximum testosterone levels for trans athletes competing in womens sports. But the bottom line, as Dr. Rachel McKinnon made crystal clear on Twitter Thursday: a change in the maximum level of testosterone allowable for a trans woman to compete in womens cycling will have no effect on my eligibility.

The Amsterdam Lowlanders 2020 calendar is not just 12 pictures of naked men, its proof, says the photographer: there is no real ideal image.

The two promotions featured notable LGBTQ talent such as Effy, Cassandro, Jake Atlas, Billy Dixon and Killian McMurphy.

After coming out as bi to his Pomona-Pitzer teammates in California, linebacker Jack Storrs has thrived on and off the field with their love and support.

Thats all for this week! Ill bring you a fresh list of winners and losers next Saturday. Got a name I missed, or want to challenge my choices? Comment here or on Facebook or Instagram, tweet at us, message me via any social media, or just plain email me at outsports@gmail.com Thanks!

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Every one out of ten women in India faces hormonal imbalance. Hormonal changes may affect women any time from birth to death. But the key to recover from all the imbalances is to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Hormonal imbalance in women results in low or high cortisol, lower progesterone levels, high or low estrogen levels, high or low testosterone, under-active thyroid levels, insulin and leptin resistance. Hormonal imbalance like PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is the most common one, and is also a leading cause of infertility in women as it interferes with ovulation. PCOS is problematic and could pose as a major threat to both mother and baby, as it increases the rates of miscarriage; gestational diabetes; preeclampsia; cesarean section; high birth weight etc.

How to know if you suffer from hormonal imbalance

Further, we need to understand the most common symptoms of hormonal imbalances:

Persistent Weight Gain - A variety of systems in your body such as the endocrine system, your thyroid, or your digestive system may all be playing a role in the imbalance that leads to weight gain.

Fatigue- When one feels exhausted every day, it implies that there might be lack of thyroid hormone, resulting in adrenal fatigue, or another form of hormonal imbalance.

Anxiety, Irritability and Depression- Anxiety, mood swings and depression are some of the basic symptoms that indicate hormonal imbalance.

Insomnia and Poor Sleep Patterns- These happen to women when there is a sharp drop in the hormone progesterone, that occurs just before menstruation.

Hot Flashes & Night Sweats- When the body produces estrogen more, or less than the standard amount, women tend to experience hot flashes, which means having sudden feeling of warmth usually over face and neck. Experiencing cold sweats is also a common symptom, when a person feels sudden chills in the body and sweats abnormally.

Food cravings-This occurs due to adrenal fatigue, insulin resistance, and other hormonal imbalances.

Persistent Acne- Imbalance in the androgen hormone causes deep and cystic acne. Testosterone stimulates excess production of oil on the face, leading to prevalence of persisting acne.

Weak Memory- Stress leads to production of high levels of cortisol, which thus hampers a person's learning ability and weakens memory.

Digestive Problems- Chronic stress may lead to increase in the production of cortisol in adrenal glands. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also increases due to abnormal serotonin levels in the body.

Headaches & Migraines- Hormonal imbalance around certain times of the menstrual cycle often results in migraines and headaches

Managing hormonal imbalance

-To consider mix of foods low in glycemic index (or GI, meaning they raise blood sugar slowly) which is also referred to as traditional Mediterranean diet.

- To consider foods rich in protein, especially lean protein such as think chicken breasts, eggs, and wild-caught fish; vegetables and most fruit; chia seeds, flaxseeds.

-Consuming nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds.

-To consider intake of olive oil and some other unsaturated oils and fats, like flax oil, sesame oil, and groundnut oil.

-To eat whole grains like buckwheat, brown rice, ragi and quinoa and other millets.

-To avoid or to minimize caffeine, alcohol, fried foods, processed meat, peanuts, saturated fat, full-fat dairy, artificial sweeteners, and simple carbs or simple sugars like white bread, sweets, pastries, etc.

-Eating often every 2-3 hours, healthy food choices at least 80% of the time.

-Exercise in a must. Going out for roughly 30 minutes for exercise for 6 days a week along with strength training, cardio, interval training, and yoga can help keeping hormonal imbalance under control.

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Simon Cowell couldn't stop smiling as he ditched his healthy diet to sneak a cheeky beer and a cigarette on a night out in London.

The X Factor boss, 60, has lost an incredible 1.5 stone by becoming a vegan and embracing a new exercise regime.

However, he couldn't hide his delight as he clenched a cigarette between his teeth and clutched a bottle of beer after a night out with partner Lauren Silverman.

Simon flashed a huge grin in the car and continued puffing away in the back of his luxury ride.

The couple had been attending the Shooting Star Ball in West London, and it looks like they had a fun evening.

After deciding to overhaul his lifestyle, Simon was advised to give up booze along with sweet treats and bread.

In an interview with Extra, he explained: "I went to see this guy whos very well-known.

"And he said to me, after doing some blood work, 'You cant have red meat, dairy, sugar, bread or gluten.'

"Im thinking, 'What about alcohol?' And he said, 'Maybe not quite as much as you had before.' And I did it and I stuck to it and its easy."

However, he hasn't given p booze completely as his Britain's Got Talen co-star Amanda Holden revealed Simon had switched to low alcohol "skinny lager".

During an appearance on Good Morning Britain, she said: "Hes drinking lightweight beers, thats the secret.

"And I tasted it because I thought it was gonna taste, like, naff. Actually its quite decent. You could take a tip from him!"

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The rising air pollution levels across Delhi have left the city gasping for breath. Over the last week, Delhi has frequently been the most polluted city in the world, and by quite some margin. While most residents are taking precautions like wearing masks and getting air purifiers or anti-pollution plants for home, the fight doesnt stop there. According to doctors and nutritionists, increasing the bodys immunity to fight pollution is just as important. We list out some foods and dietary habits that can help you fight Delhis noxious air.Green tea, lemonade to flush toxins Since the pollutants enter our body through air, it is important to stay hydrated through the day as that helps the body flush toxins out. Dietician Nidhi Sawhney says, Drinking lots of fluids through the day, particularly things like coconut water, lemonade and green tea keep our blood flow in check, which flushes the toxins from the body.

Increased intake of healthy fats Heart and lungs are most vulnerable to air pollution, which is why healthy fats such as ghee should form an essential part of ones diet as they improve heart and pulmonary health. Nutritionist Tapasya Mundhra tells us, Include healthy fats in your diet such as flaxseed oil, ghee. You can even make jaggery and ghee combination and have it once before you go to sleep as it makes your heart healthy and boosts immunity.

Citrus fruits help detox the system Fruits that are rich in Vitamin C, such as oranges, kiwi, grapefruit, and guava are prescribed by most health experts in the prevailing smoggy conditions. Nidhi elaborates, Fruits and salads rich in Vitamin C detox the system and are a must in fighting pollution. In addition, we can also take fresh fruit smoothies with breakfast to start the day on a healthy note.

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