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Rich Gaspari has been involved in the world of bodybuilding for majority of his life. Starting as an underdog New Jersey bodybuilder that eventually became the first ever Arnold Classic champion Gaspari later parlayed his knowledge into a successful supplement company that still exists to this day. His finger is still very much on the pulse of competitive bodybuilding each year. With that hes made many statements about modern bodybuilding that have become controversial. In Generation Iron and Barbends latest episode of The Mike OHearn Show, Rich Gaspari doubles down on his opinion that modern bodybuilders dont work as hard due to a heavier drug reliance in the sport.

Mike OHearn was excited to speak to Rich Gaspari for this weeks episode of The Mike OHearn Show. Not only was this episode recorded one week before the 2023 Arnold Classic (which Gaspari was the first ever winner of), OHearn has found himself agreeing with many of Gasparis recent statements on modern bodybuilding.

Once more, OHearn was also surprise that so many bodybuilders and fans in the new generation have pushed back against Rich Gasparis statements. What statements are we referring to? Gaspari has not been quiet about criticizing modern bodybuilder physiques. Hes also been very open about his worry that PEDs have become truly abused in doses that far outweigh what past generations used.

Rich Gaspari often follows up this criticisms by saying this has caused younger bodybuilders to work less hard. This seems to be the biggest trigger that fans and athletes push back on. They often call him out of touch and unable to evolve to the way this sport (and any sport) changes.

Mike OHearn disagrees and thinks that the advice of older generation of legendary bodybuilders should be listened to most. Bodybuilders like Rich Gaspari are living proof that their tactics work. So why so much pushback? OHearn and Gaspari dive into it in their conversation.

They [todays bodybuilders] always look like they are two weeks out.

Rich Gaspari

Rich Gaspari thinks that the new generation of bodybuilders are too sensitive to criticism. He doesnt think this is truly a fault of any individual bodybuilder currently competing. He thinks its an impossible to avoid reality due to the way culture at large has changed. This is more than bodybuilding its the way the world has changed.

Gaspari believes that the modern conveniences of everyday life have made younger generations always want the easiest way out. They want to get the most amount of success with the least amount of work.

In bodybuilding, this ends up taking the form of using more and more drugs and PEDs. Not just steroids but also insulin, SARMs, and diuretics to dry out come competition time. He thinks that this reliance promotes less of a work ethic. Its the reason, in his opinion, that the physiques dont look as sharp as past generations in the 2000s and earlier.

Mike OHearn finds it shocking that the younger generation would be so quick to dismiss Gasparis opinions. The proof should be in the pudding. Why not listen to the man who had so much success and still looks incredible today?

I dont want to hear from you is the dumbest thing you can say

Mike OHearn in relation to fan criticism of older successful bodybuilders

Mike OHearn and Rich Gaspari also touch upon modern diet habits not only in bodybuilding but in general health. These days, carbs have become the enemy. They are seen as unneeded calories that can be cut out completely.

Gaspari finds this as a sad development. He believes carbs can be a huge factor in successfully building a bodybuilding physique. The key is to eat the right kind of carbs and not just dirty sources of food. In fact, he thinks that many bodybuilders who are trying to bulk eat too few calories all together. During bulking they need to increase carbs and calories in order to really build a massive physique.

Many bodybuilders see the bulking phase as simply building so much weight that you become a flabby puffy fat guy. Then cutting down to a shredded physique. But Rich Gaspari knows that it is possible to build lean mass during a bulk without getting too fat and flabby. It simply requires more work and more effort into your food sources and diet.

Hard work you put in wont always get you to win the Mr. Olympia but you still win life.

Mike OHearn

Mike OHearn and Rich Gaspari go into extreme detail about their diets throughout each stage of their careers. They also go into detail about reactionary criticism online between generations and whether or not modern bodybuilders have a work ethic and drug problem.

You can see the full interview by watching the latest episode of The Mike OHearn Show above. Make sure to check back every Friday for new episodes only on the Generation Iron Fitness Network or wherever podcasts are downloaded.

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Jennifer Lopez showed off her unbelievably toned figure and flawless complexion as she stripped down to pose in her underwear as part of anew ad for luxury Italian lingerie brand Intimissimi.

At age 53, the actress and singer is certainly not afraid to flaunt her taut abs and has left many wondering how she has achieved herincredibly youthful looks.

It turns out that the mother-of-two sticks to a rigorous diet, 'intense' workout routine, and fiercely strict sleep schedule to keep her body in tip-top shape.

Jennifer once revealed that she eats roughly 1,400 calories a day, which sometimes leaves her 'starving' between meals.But she said she combats her 'cravings' by trying to focus on foods that are high in protein.

The Jenny From the Block songstress follows a meticulous, 'very well thought out' meal plan - andmakes sure to only eat 'clean, organic, and unprocessed' foods, while restricting herself from all caffeine and alcohol.

Jennifer - who once stated that'working out is the key to her happiness' - also makes sure to hit the gym four to five times a week.

Her'very, very, very intense' training sessions includea tailored mix of different fitness techniques that focus oncardio, plyometrics, full body, core, and lower body.

In addition to staying active and eating healthy, Jennifer also takes care of her body by ensuring she gets seven to nine hours of sleep per night and sticking to a carefully-thought-out skincare routine which involves her avoiding sun exposure and washing her face after every gym session.

As Jennifer puts her impressive physique on display for the new Intimissimi campaign, FEMAIL has revealed how the 53-year-old has defied the aging process.

From her diligent diet and go-to dishes to her 'high energy' exercises and cardio sessions, here's the secret to how JLo keeps her incredibly enviable body in shape.

Jennifer's rigorous diet: The actress focuses on 'clean' and 'unprocessed' foods that are high in protein

Over the years, Jennifer has shared numerous glimpses into her rigorous diet, and it seems as though she focuses on 'clean' foods that are high in protein, which help 'fuel' her body and 'keep her full longer.'

'I have her eating very clean because she needs really good fuel for all the things that she's doing,' one of her former trainers, Tracy Anderson, revealed toPeople in 2016.

'It's all organic and it's all very well thought out, with the balance of very high-quality proteins and a lot of nutrient-dense food. Everything is fresh.There's nothing processed.'

Back in 2018, Jennifer documented everything that she ate in one day for Peoplemagazine - and all of her meals totaled 1,392 calories.

At the time, she revealed that she had started her day off with a 90-calorie berry shake.

The smoothie was made fromstrawberries, blueberries, raspberries, Greek yogurt, cinnamon, honey, and lemon juice - as well as some Body Lab protein powder.

For lunch, she had a kale salad with pumpkin seeds, crumbled queso, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, shallots, and sea salt.

Back in 2018, Jennifer documented everything that she ate in one day forPeoplemagazine - and all of her meals totaled 1,392 calories.

Breakfast - BodyLab TastyShake Berry Berry Good smoothie

Lunch - Kale salad with queso

Snack - one medium-size apple

Dinner - one boneless, skinless grilled chicken breast

Dessert - Chocolate chip cookie

In between lunch and dinner, she told the outlet that she liked to munch on 'healthy snacks like fruit and vegetables' - and that her go-to snack was broccoli, peppers, and zucchini with a drizzle of vinaigrette.

As for what she had for dinner, the actress ate one boneless, skinless grilled chicken breast with brusselssprouts and baked yams with sea salt.

At the time, she said she allowed herself to have one chocolate chip cookie for dessert, explaining, 'I don't deprive myself, but I've also learned the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.'

She added in a separate interview: 'We're all human. I don't think you should beat yourself up if you make a mistake or if you have a potato chip.

'Everyone wants a cookie or a piece of cake or fried chicken every once in while.'

While chatting about her eating habits further with Us Weekly in 2018, Jennifer explained that she likes to start with a light meal, which means she's usually 'starving' by lunchtime.

She also told the outlet that she prefers to have some type of protein - like pork, salmon, or chicken - with quinoa for dinner.

'It feels like rice and beans, which I grew up with,' she explained. '[I like the meat cooked] Puerto Rican style.'

In 2019, another one of her former trainers,Dodd Romero, shared some of her other favorite dishes to Us Weekly.

He said she tries to avoid all processed foods, and enjoys things like egg whites, white meat turkey, and grass-fed beef.

While Jennifer's high-protein and vegetable-heavy diet has seemed consistent for years now, she has tried out a few other things in the past.

She once gave veganism a go - and she and her ex-husband, Alex Rodriguez, decided to embark on a 10-day 'no carbs or sugar' challenge in 2019.

At the time, she said it 'taught her a lot about what sugar does to the body,' but admitted that she likely would not do it again.

In addition to being very strict about the food she puts in her body, Jennifer is also adamant about what she drinks.

She doesn't have any caffeine or alcohol, and she always makes sure to consume a minimum of seven glasses of water a day.

Her 'very intense' workout routine: Jennifer once said that staying active is her 'key to happiness'

In addition to dieting, Jennifer is fiercely passionate about staying active, with her telling Hello! magazine in 2016: 'Working out is the key to my happiness.'

But what does she actually do when she's in the gym?

Back in 2021, Jennifer's trainerDavid Kirschrevealed the exact regimen that she follows to keep her body in amazing shape while speaking toVogue magazine.

He praised thesinger's 'focus and high energy' throughout her 'very, very, very intense' workouts.

According to David, the secret to the mother-of-two's stunning physique is a carefully-tailored mix of different fitness techniques.

'We mix some cardio, plyometrics, full body, core, and lower body into her workouts - they are very, very intense and she takes it very seriously, which is exciting for someone like me,' he explained.

'You say, "Were going to do this," and she's like, "Great!" Her workouts are fast paced. She's very focused and high energy.'

Some of his go-to moves include platypus walks, sumo lunges, sidekicks, and plyometric squat jumps. He also likes to use single leg deadlifts, boxing, and elements of Pilates in his workouts.

'Jennifer and I do a lot of platypus walks with a wide stance. Also known as a sumo walking squat,' he told the outlet. 'Its great for your inner thighs and butt.'

In a previous interview, David explained that Jennifer likes to focus on workouts that 'shape and tone the curves that God blessed her with.'

SUMO LUNGES:While standing with your legs shoulder-length apart, lift your right leg from the knee and move it in a circular motion. Then, place it wider than you started and immediately squat down. As you come out of the squat, lift your right leg and kick it out.

SIDEKICKS:Start on all fours with your hands underneath your shoulders and your knees under your hips. Keeping your knee bent 90 degrees, lift your right leg until it is parallel to the floor. Then, straighten your right knee and kick your leg out to the side. Bend the right knee back to 90 degrees, and then lower the leg.

PLYOMETRIC SQUAT JUMPS:While standing with your feet shoulder-length apart, squat down and jump up 'explosively.' When you land, lower your body back into the squat position. Make sure you land with your entire foot on the ground and try to land as quietly as possible, which requires control.

SINGLE LEG DEADLIFTS:Stand with both of your feet under hips. Place your left foot on the wall behind you, while keeping your leg straight. Simultaneously, bend your torso forward until its almost parallel to the floor. Keep your arms straight and perpendicular to the floor. Then, begin pulling your left leg forward while keeping it straight, and lift your torso up until youre standing again.

PLATYPUS WALKS:While in the pli squat position, waddle forward with your right foot in front of your left. Then, do the reverse. During the movement, you want to make sure your hands are behind your head, your thighs are parallel to the ground, your knees are straight and forward, and your weight is in your heels.

'We do a lot of circuit training and a lot of compound movements, like crossover lunges and single-leg squats. We do a lot of burpees. We also do a little bit of kickboxing,' he added.

Jennifer has worked with a series of different trainers over the years. She once explained to Us Weekly, 'I like the balance that the [different trainers] give me. They have totally different approaches. I like switching it up with my body.'

Dodd explained to Oprah magazine in 2019 that when she worked with him, her typical ab routine consists of 50 hanging ab raises, 50 rope crunches, and 50 incline sit ups with a 45 pound plate.

She would then repeat that but with 35 reps instead. And then again, but with 21. And Dodd said that she doesn't take breaks between each set.

As for her legs, he told Us Weekly that she normally does five sets of the following: Supported lunges with dumbbells into weighted rope crunches, single dumbbell sumo squats into hanging leg raises, weighted leg presses into calf raises, seated leg extensions into weighted lying leg curls, and weighted hip thrusts into calf raises.

He said at the time that she tends to train for roughly an hour, four to five times a week, focusing on different body parts each time.

Putting herself first: The actress is very passionate about self-care and takes her sleep schedule and skincare routine very seriously

Jennifer makes sure to take care of her body in other ways, and she feels very strongly about the importance of self-care.

She previously described sleep as her main 'weapon' in her fight against ageing.

'I love a good nine or 10 hours, but I can never get that. So seven or eight is mandatory,' she one said.

'[If I don't get it] I just don't feel right. I start feeling crazy, I get emotional and I feel tired all the time.'

In an email recently sent out to her fanbase, Jennifer spoke about the importance of getting enough rest even further, explaining, 'I've found that sleep to me is the most underrated beauty secret out there.

'There was a time in my life where I used to sleep three to five hours a night. I'd be on set all day and in the studio all night and doing junkets and filming videos on the weekends.

'I was in my late 20s and I thought I was invincible. Until one day, I was sitting in a trailer, and all the work and the stress it brought with it, coupled with not enough sleep to recuperate mentally, caught up with me.

'I went from feeling totally normal, to thinking about what I needed to do that day and all of a sudden I felt as if I couldn't move... I was completely frozen.

'I found myself feeling physically paralyzed, I couldn't see clearly and then the physical symptoms I was having started to scare me and the fear compounded itself.

'I had made my work such an all-consuming priority and let my own self-care needs go completely (even as simple as sleeping or taking ten minutes to just relax).

'Now I know it was a classic panic attack brought on by exhaustion, but I had never even heard the term at the time.

'My security guard on set came in and picked me up and drove me to the doctor. By the time I got there, I could at least speak again and I was so terrified I thought I was losing my mind.

'I asked the doctor if I was going crazy. He said, "No, you're not crazy. You need sleep... get seven to nine hours of sleep per night, don't drink caffeine, and make sure you get your workouts in if you're going to do this much work."

'I realized how serious the consequences could be of ignoring what my body and mind needed to be healthy - and that's where my journey to wellness began.'

Jennifer branded changing her sleep schedule as 'a game changer,' explaining that she thinks of sleep like a 'little time machine.'

'You lay down and you go into a space where you preserve yourself and then you come out a new, younger person than you were before,' she continued.

'Sometimes I wake up and say, "Wow, I just lost 10 years off my face!" That's what a good night's sleep can do for you, and it accumulates over time.

'For better or for worse, the pandemic slowed us all down, and it definitely slowed me down and made me realize that all we have control of is ourselves. So get your sleep.'

The songstress also makes sure to keep her skin in the upmost condition - by following a strict skincare routine and avoiding sun exposure.

'I never go to bed without taking my makeup off, [and I use] night creams to keep my skin hydrated,' she once revealed.

'I always, always wash my face after a workout.

'That helps keep my pores clean and my skin feeling healthy.

'Then I'll usually put on moisturizer and sunscreen, with maybe a little make-up if I'm going out or moisturizer and eye cream if it's the evening.

'I'm rarely in the sun, but if I am, I wear a lot of sunscreen.

'I've never been one to take a lot of sun, which is why my skin has maintained itself.

'And I don't drink or smoke or have caffeine. That really wrecks your skin as you get older.'

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We identified 405 EoE patients using the ICD-10 code K20.0 for EoE. From 405 patients, 126 patients were excluded as they were diagnosed and started on a treatment plan elsewhere. From the remaining 279 patients, 176 patients had trialed PPI monotherapy, of which 107 patients had EoE that was not histologically responsive to PPI monotherapy, and 69 patients had EoEPPI+. Out of these 69 patients, 22 patients trialed FED monotherapy after cessation of PPI monotherapy and were therefore entered into our retrospective cohort (Fig.1). The median age of these 22 patients was 34years (IQR 29.239.7, Table 1), and 13 were male (59.09%; Table 1, Table S1).

Flowchart of patients included in our retrospective cohort based on our inclusion criteria and in our prospective cohort based on voluntary enrollment

In Phase 1 of our study, all 22 patients were diagnosed with histologically confirmed EoE (median peak eosinophil count 47.5 eos/hpf, IQR 26.2583.75; Table 2). All patients were symptomatic with most patients suffering from dysphagia (81.82%, Table 2). All 22 patients were histologically responsive to PPI monotherapy, although dosages and frequencies varied between patients. The most popular PPI monotherapy was omeprazole 40mg twice daily (63.64%, Table 1). While on PPI monotherapy, most patients were asymptomatic (63.64%, Table 2). However, reported symptoms included dysphagia (22.73%, Table 2), heartburn (13.64%, Table 2), vomiting (4.55%, Table 2), abdominal pain (4.55%, Table 2), and regurgitation (4.55%, Table 2). EGD while patients were on PPI monotherapy revealed a median peak eosinophil count of 2.5 eos/hpf (IQR 06, Table 2), significantly less than at baseline (median 47.5, IQR 26.2583.75; Fig.2, Table S1).

Comparison of median peak eosinophils per high-power field in baseline, post-PPI monotherapy, and post-FED monotherapy in (A) all 22 patients with EoE responsive to PPI monotherapy who trialed FED monotherapy in the retrospective phase of our study, and (B) the 13 patients who had EoE that was histologically responsive to PPI monotherapy and FED monotherapy. A Peak eosinophils per high-power field in baseline (median 47.5, IQR 26.2583.75) versus post-PPI monotherapy (median 2.5, IQR 06), post-FED monotherapy (median 10, IQR 2.2530). B Peak eosinophils per high-power field in baseline (median 38, IQR 2085) versus post-PPI monotherapy (median 1, IQR 04), post-FED monotherapy (median 6, IQR 110). Error bars represent the interquartile range. Paired comparisons were made using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. *** indicates p<0.001

All 22 patients trialed FED monotherapy after cessation of PPI monotherapy. Patients were on a variety of FEDs, with the most popular being dairy and wheat FED (two-food elimination diet, 2FED; 68.18%; Table 1). Most patients on FED monotherapy reported being asymptomatic (68.18%, Table 2). Symptomatic patients reported heartburn (22.73%, Table 2) and dysphagia (18.18%, Table 2). While on FED monotherapy, these 22 patients had a median peak eosinophil count of 10 eos/hpf (IQR 2.2530; Table 2, Table S1).

Out of 22 EoEPPI+ patients who trialed FED monotherapy, 13 patients (59.09%; Fig.1) were determined to have EoEPPI+, FED+, while 9 patients (40.91%; Fig.1) did not achieve histologic remission of EoE with FED monotherapy (EoE with histologic remission to PPI monotherapy but not FED monotherapy, EoEPPI+, FED). Thirteen EoEPPI+, FED+ patients had a median peak eosinophil count of 6 eos/hpf (IQR 110, Table 2) while on FED monotherapy, which was significantly less than they had at baseline (median 38, IQR 2085; Fig.2, Table S1).

Following trial of FED monotherapy, 15 patients out of 22 total patients were voluntarily enrolled in a prospective cohort for observation in Phase 2 of our study. Of these 15 participants, 9 were EoEPPI+, FED+ and 6 were EoEPPI+, FED (Fig.1). During this observation period, patients with EoEPPI+, FED resumed PPI monotherapy, while EoEPPI+, FED+ patients were given the option to revert to PPI monotherapy, continue FED monotherapy, or start FED monotherapy with PPI on an as needed basis. Median follow up duration for EoEPPI+, FED+ patients was 2.25years (IQR 1.512.48, Table 3), and median follow up duration for EoEPPI+, FED patients was 1.08years (IQR 0.732.38; Table 3, Table S2).

During the observation period, we recorded patient health-care utilization due to exacerbation while on maintenance treatment or trial of other treatment plans for EoE. Health-care utilization was similar between EoEPPI+, FED+ and EoEPPI+, FED patients. No patients had food impactions warranting urgent EGD or symptom exacerbation requiring urgent follow up visit (Table 3). One patient with EoEPPI+, FED+ (11.11%, Table 3) and two EoEPPI+, FED patients (33.33%, Table 3) underwent repeat EGD while on maintenance treatment plan for histologic re-evaluation. None of these patients had histologic reactivation of EoE while on maintenance treatment plan (Table 3). Four EoEPPI+, FED+ patients (44.44%, Table 3) and four EoEPPI+, FED patients (66.67%; Table 3, Table S2) had a repeat EGD for histologic evaluation of other treatment plans. These EGDs showed histologically reactivated EoE, so patients restarted their maintenance treatment plan following these empirical trials.

After the observation period, all 15 patients in the prospective cohort answered a three-item survey. When asked about why they pursued trial of FED monotherapy after knowing that their EoE was responsive to PPI therapy, a majority of patients (60%, Table 4) were concerned about long-term medication usage. Other patients cited that they suspected having side effects due to PPI monotherapy (13.33%), wanted to discover their food triggers (20%), or wanted options for future treatment (6.67%). When considering a FED monotherapy trial after having histologic remission with PPI monotherapy, a majority of patients answered that they would recommend this process for someone else with EoE (93.33%) and that they would personally go through this process again (80%).

The 9 patients who had EoEPPI+, FED+ answered an additional survey. Given that they had histologic remission to PPI monotherapy and FED monotherapy, patients had options for their maintenance treatment plan. A majority of patients decided to continue FED monotherapy (55.56%, Table 5), some chose to switch to FED monotherapy with PPI on an as needed basis (33.33%, Table 5), and others reverted to PPI monotherapy (11.11%, Table 5). When asked why they were following their particular maintenance treatment plan over other options, 66.67% answered that their treatment plan was more sustainable for them, and 33.33% answered they perceived that their current treatment plan had better symptom benefits (Table 5). A majority of patients also strongly agreed (55.56%, Table 5) that undergoing a FED monotherapy trial after knowing that PPI monotherapy induced histologic remission of their EoE had increased their overall quality of life and helped them identify a treatment plan that aligned with their lifestyle and beliefs.

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Want to naturally lose weight without any side effects? Well, the viral ice hack diet, also known as the Alpine ice hack, or the Himalayan ice hack can help. So, what exactly is this ice hack weight loss trick, and does it really work?

First things first: the ice hack diet isnt any weight loss trick; it's an all-natural weight loss supplement called 'Alpilean'. The product has a unique alpine ice hack formula and contains certain superfood nutrients from the Himalayas. It's available in capsule form and contains 30 capsules per bottle.

Alpilean a new revolutionary fat-burning supplement - claims to melt away stubborn fat while also boosting metabolism for rapid weight loss progress. The supplement also claims to be the only weight loss product that has a combination of six effective Alpilean nutrients that help the body adapt to a lower internal body temperature and fasten up the weight loss process.

In fact, the six Alpilean nutrients have also been scientifically proven helpful in boosting metabolism and weight loss. While these claims may sound intimidating, many users have reported positive reviews of the product.

According to many Alpilean users, the product has helped them lose pounds without exercising rigorously or switching to diets. The product is rated at 4.92 stars out of 5 compared to other weight loss supplements.

Alpilean contains six superfood nutrients from the Himalayas:

Other ingredients include citrus bioflavonoids, mango extract, fucoxanthin, vitamin B12 and chromium picolinate.

All these ingredients work together to help improve metabolism, control appetite, increase energy level, and enhance thermogenesis. That allows you to burn more calories and shed pounds naturally and effectively.

The ice hack diet doesnt contain any harmful chemicals, additives, or other toxic substances that could lead to addiction or be a threat to your health. Moreover, it doesnt contain any GMOs or have any harmful side effects.

The Alpilean ice hack supplement offers the body the necessary ingredients required to maintain a normal inner body temperature and thermogenesis.

The unique combination of natural extracts and herbs in this product targets the underlying causes of weight gain and helps reduce inflammation, improve insulin sensitivity, lower cholesterol level, boost energy, and enhance fat burning.

It lowers inner body temperature and improves metabolism, which helps the body burn fat naturally and more efficiently. Overall, with the Alpilean ice hack diet, you can effectively and safely achieve your weight loss goals.

If you wish to lose weight naturally without stressing about the side effects, you can give the Alpilean ice hack diet a try. Before adding this supplement to your routine, though, you must speak with your doctor, especially if you have any health issue or if you take other over-the-counter or prescription medications.

Alpilean weight loss supplements should only be used by adults and should not be used by children and nursing or expecting women.

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Willpower can have a significant impact on our weight loss success. However, what happens if you think that you do not have any willpower at all?

Hi, this is Eunice from Diet Center.

Maybe you have tried and tried to resist temptation. For example, not eating everything that you were served on that huge plate you were served at a restaurant, or not straying from your weight loss program that your friend told you about.

Yet, you may have found yourself still giving into temptation sometimes. So now you may feel as if you just do not have the willpower to succeed. If this is the case, you are not alone.

First, let us stop focusing on willpower, and start thinking about incentives. You may think that you cannot develop any willpower, but you can create incentives. You might be thinking what does that mean? Incentives can provide strong motivation to help you to stick to your weight loss program and overcome temptations. Think about what you will gain by sticking to your weight loss program. Make a list of reasons why you are not going to that eat piece of cake, for example, that someone just offered to you, consume a whole bag of chips, or drink alcohol while you are working to lose weight.

Your incentives may include reasons such as I will improve my body image, I will have more energy, I will fit into my favorite outfit again, I will feel good about myself, I will improve my health by lowering my blood sugar, I will lower my blood pressure, I will see my cholesterol and triglycerides improve.

As I make these different food choices, I will be greatly improving my health. Maybe you dont have health problems but maybe there is a wedding, a class reunion or a family affair that you will be attending this year. What ever the reason is, it is important to you.

When you feel as if you cant say to yourself, Im strong enough to not eat the cookies on the table; try saying something like, Ill be able to fit into that smaller pair of jeans if I dont eat those cookies. Even without a lot of willpower, you can still find the strength to succeed in weight loss by focusing on your incentives.

Second, if you have found that you may lack willpower due to being truly hungry, please remember that Diet Center programs have been developed by registered, licensed dieticians to be safe, to be effective, to protect our lean muscle tissue, to provide the nutrients that we need, and to help us meet our weight loss goals.

Thank you for reading Diet Centers tip of the week. If you have found that you need help to be successful with your weight loss efforts, call at 928-753-5066 or stop by Diet Center at 1848 Hope Ave. in Kingman.

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Its common knowledge that obesity is an ongoing public health issue in the United States, but you might find the magnitude of the problem surprising.

In an interview with Healthline, Dr. Atif Iqbal, FACS, FASMBS, board-certified general surgeon and medical director of the Digestive Care Center at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA, described the situation as very unfortunate.

The United States is leading the entire world in obesity; we are number one. Obesity has continued to multiply and to multiply. Its estimated that by 2035, 50% of the population of the United States will be obese. These are staggering numbers, said Iqbal.

While obesity rates have been increasing for decades, recent years have introduced new challenges that were only beginning to grapple with.

What really hit us hard was the last two-and-a-half years of pandemic. There was a significant increase in obesity on top of the already-high obesity rates because we were staying at home, ordering food, low physical activity, people lost their jobs. Its increased the burden of the healthcare industry by trillions of dollars, said Iqbal.

That may sound like an absurdly high dollar amount, but obesity is not an isolated condition. It can increase your risk for many other complications that require additional medical interventions and assistance.

Obesity is the mother of all diseases. It leads to so many other health issues, including diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, high lipids, back pain, acid reflux, heart disease, and even some cancers. You have to take obesity very seriously, said Iqbal.

In order to control and reverse obesity, people have been turning to medication for a long time. In recent years, a new class of diabetes drug has been found to be exceptionally effective for promoting weight loss.

We are still living in a very profound epidemic of obesity, but we do have a lot more treatment strategies today than we did even five years ago, said Dr. Rutuja Patel, obesity medicine specialist at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital near Chicago.

Patel shared with Healthline exactly how this new class of weight loss medication works.

GLP-1 is a hormone secreted by our gut in response to food intake. It has multiple functions. One is to tell the brain that were full. It also makes food sit in the stomach longer, so it delays gastric emptying. And the third thing it does is help the insulin secretionpost-mealsbe better, explained Patel.

This hormone effect is blunted in patients with obesity and diabetes. And when we treat them with a GLP-1 agonist like semaglutide, they tend to lose weight without having to struggle too much with hunger, Patel added.

Semaglutide is the generic name for the obesity drug Wegovy. Its also sold under the name Ozempic to treat diabetes.

Its the same medication but the dosages are slightly different for the diabetes drug versus the obesity medication, said Patel.

A similar drug, tirzepatide, is currently used to treat diabetes under the name Mounjaro, but its expected to be reviewed by the FDA later this year for use as an obesity treatment.

These are all once-a-week injections, regardless of whether theyre being used to treat obesity or diabetes, said Patel.

With obesity at an all-time high and new, effective medications on the market, it seems at first like a natural pairing. But theres a catch: insurance coverage.

Coverage is getting better, but its not anywhere close to where it should be, said Patel.

So, whats the problem?

Many insurance policies are equipped to handle the treatment of severe diseases and immediate life-threatening conditions. But the prevention of severe disease, it seems, is an exception. Or perhaps an exclusion.

Insurance plans sometimes have plan exclusions which completely exclude a certain benefit. They might say, well cover all of this persons medical care, but we wont cover obesity care. So, we are still discriminating against patients with obesity, said Patel.

Its not just private insurance plans that dont cover these newer weight loss drugs, either.

Obesity care is still a plan exclusion in quite a few commercial insurance plans. Medicare and Medicaid do not cover any weight loss drugs. Medicares plan is to eventually cover these drugs, but we dont know how long thats going to be, said Patel.

This leads to some uncomfortable conversations at the doctors office.

Ive actually had these discussions with my patients when theyre close to Medicare. They may first walk in to see me at 63 or 64 years old, and they have commercial insurance, but theyre going to retire soon, said Patel.

I have a long discussion with them about not using these types of drugs if they cant continue taking them long term. One or two years is not enough time to make those metabolic changes that we need to keep that weight off. Usually, we change our plan because of that, she added.

Having to find an alternative treatment thats different than your doctors recommended plan strictly due to the cost can be a tough pill to swallow. So how much do these medications cost, exactly?

They are about $1,400 a month, depending on whether its tirzepatide or semaglutide I think the cost difference is about a couple hundred. If youre paying more than $1,000 per month and you have to take that drug forever, were not doing that out of pocket, said Patel.

Some people can afford these drugs on their own without insurance, and some doctors also offer payment plans that can help a small percentage of others.

We do tell patients the self-paid price thats set by the drug company, not us and they can independently buy it. If they cant afford it, there is an option of financing. But thats totally up to the patient, said Iqbal.

But for most people, that isnt a realistic option.

There are other classes of medications that can be used to treat obesity, but they will likely be part of the same insurance exclusions that prevent coverage of semaglutide.

We have cheaper medications not in the semaglutide family that can be taken by mouth. They are not as good Wegovy. They do provide some support for the patient mentally and help with some weight loss, but the efficacy is less, said Iqbal.

That still leaves a system where those with more financial wealth are able to get better care than those who do not. But the medication, it seems, is only part of the solution for controlling obesity.

Any type of weight loss attempt medicine, surgery, dietary programs these are all tools. Its important to be involved. Be engaged in exercising and in lifestyle changes. Otherwise, you should expect to regain the weight after the medication is discontinued, Iqbal explained.

Losing weight to get below the thresholds for obesity and overweight is good for your long-term health, but only for as long as you stay in that range. If the weight comes back, so do the risks.

Your metabolism going back and forth, adjusting and recalibrating, has some negative effects, but overall, after weight is regained, you end up back again at your increased baseline risk for all these big health issues we discussed earlier, said Iqbal.

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From keto to Mediterranean, weight loss diets are so prolific that it can be tempting to jump from one to the next when you don't see results quickly. This pattern, known as yo-yo dieting, is unhealthy to say the least. It encourages extreme weight loss (more than half a pound to two pounds per week) and even greater weight gain when the diet ends, as the body struggles to recover from the stress. That's why, for clients who want to lose weight, most nutritionists and dietitians recommend focusing on the basics instead calories in, calories expended. But this brings us to a big question: If cutting calories is the focus, does it really matter what kinds of foods the calories you do eat come from?

According to Michelle Rauch, MS, RDN, and nutrition consultant for the Actors Fund Home in New Jersey, it does especially when it comes to protein. "In your quest for weight loss, I recommend limiting protein sources that are processed, high in saturated fats, and/or sodium laden," she says. "Deli meats, such as ham and cured meats, hot dogs, pork sausage, cheese, and bacon will likely not help you reach your weight loss goals if eaten regularly."

In other words, food is more than just its calories; its quality plays a big role in whether you gain muscle and lose fat, or vice versa. That's why the type of protein you eat matters a lot. Learn more about each source of protein and how they compare below.

Note: While the traditional serving size for protein is 3 ounces, or the size of a deck of playing cards, we realistically eat more than that to feel satiated. As a result, the serving sizes below are all 6 ounces grilled, broiled, or poached (no added oils or seasonings).

Breast (6 oz): 281 calories, 52 grams protein, 6.1 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Thigh, skinless, boneless (6 oz): 305 calories, 42 grams protein, 14 grams fat

"When choosing the best proteins to include in your diet, look for those that are on the leaner side," Rauch advises. "Light meat poultry is lower in fat and contains fewer calories than its dark meat counterpart."

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In this respect and many others chicken breast is the clear winner. It contains the highest amount of protein per serving compared to every other protein source listed here. There are a few downsides: It's difficult to cook without drying out, and it can become boring if you don't find new ways of seasoning it. (To solve those problems, check out these tricks for keeping it moist, and these flavorful chicken breast dinner recipes.) Chicken also isn't as low fat as certain types of fish, and fish fat is healthier, according to Rauch. Still, chicken breast's nutritional profile makes it clear why this meat is included in just about any weight loss diet.

Steak, ribeye, grilled (6 oz): 460 calories, 42 grams protein, 32 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Hamburger, ground beef, 20 percent fat (6 oz): 460 calories, 42 grams protein, 32 grams fat

Rauch recommends limiting your red meat intake if you are trying to lose weight. Compared to the fat content of chicken, beef fat is noticeably high. However, you don't have to give up red meat completely.

"Beef can be included in moderation if you select lean cuts," says Rauch. "Beef is high in saturated fat, which is why it should be limited to no more than one or two servings (3 to 4 ounce servings) weekly. Cuts such as sirloin, top round, and eye of round roast where there is little or no marbling are the best choices. When choosing ground beef, look for ground sirloin (90 to 95 percent lean meat)."

Salmon (6 oz): 216 calories, 35 grams protein, 7.5 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Cod (6 oz): 136 calories, 30 grams protein, 1.5 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Flounder (6 oz): 121 calories, 26 grams protein, 3 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Tilapia (6 oz): 163 calories, 34 grams protein, 3 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

Tuna, canned (6 oz): 197 calories, 43 grams protein, 1.4 grams fat, 0 grams carbs

As Rauch notes, fish is another excellent protein source for a weight loss diet. "Fish is a high-quality protein that is low in saturated fats," she says. "The fat found in fish comes in the form of omega-3 fatty acids. So, the combination of 'good' fats and protein makes it an excellent choice if you are trying to eat healthier and lose weight. Some of the best choices? Lean white fish, such as cod and flounder. Salmon and tuna are also excellent sources of protein."

Firm tofu (6 oz): 180 calories, 18 grams protein, 9 grams fat, 6 grams carbs

Silken tofu (6 oz): 80 calories, 8 gram protein, 4 grams fat, 4 grams carbs

If you're looking for variety or you are vegetarian, tofu made from soybeans is an important source of protein to have in your diet. "It is a complete protein, which means that it contains all nine essential amino acids," says Rauch. "Tofu comes in a variety of textures from silken to firm, and it takes on the flavor of what you marinate it in or cook with it. This makes it another versatile ingredient to add to a meal." Keep in mind that silken tofu has noticeably less protein per serving than firm.

Strips (6 oz): 240 calories, 42 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 10 grams carbs

Seitan (pronounced "say-tan") might be unfamiliar to you, but it is highly nutritious and it contains the same amount of protein in 6 ounces as beef or chicken thighs. "Seitan is made from wheat gluten and mimics the texture of meat with an umami taste," says Rauch. "By itself, the flavor is mild, so you'll want to add marinades or sauces." This meat alternative is also a complete protein source, though it doesn't have much lysine (an essential amino acid). A simple fix: Eat it with lysine-rich foods, like beans, peas, or lentils.

Strips (6 oz): 326 calories, 34.5 grams protein, 18 grams fat, 13 grams carbs

Made from cooked and soaked soybeans (and sometimes brown rice, as well) that have been formed into a block, tempeh (pronounced "tem-pay") is another excellent meat alternative. It's also a complete protein, and has little to no saturated fat. "Similar to tofu as it takes on the flavor of whatever you cook with it, tempeh has a nuttier flavor than tofu, and it's textured," explains Rauch. Season it as you would any other protein source, though it's particularly delicious in a stir fry.

Unfortunately, there's no one-size-fits-all recommendation for how much protein you should eat daily on a weight loss diet. "The Recommended Daily Amount (RDA) for protein is determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to: weight, activity level, age, and muscle mass," explains Rauch. "The RDAs have been set by the Food and Nutrition Board since 1941. The estimated requirements set for protein is 0.8g per kilograms body weight, daily." For an estimate of how much protein you should eat based on your activity level, try this protein calculator.

While there isn't one protein source that is best for weight loss, a few stand out as front runners: chicken breast, fish, and seitan. Chicken breast has the most protein per serving, while fish is lower in calories and contains omega-3 fatty acids. Seitan is an excellent meat alternative because of its high protein content, though its important to eat it with foods high in lysine. No matter what type of protein you eat weekly, watch your seasonings fatty and salty marinades can set you back in your quest to lead a healthier lifestyle.

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Physical activity is beneficial for fitness but is not necessary for losing weight. If you change one thing for weight reduction, it should be the foods you consume. To lose weight, he argues that you must consume fewer calories than your body uses to power fundamental operations like breathing and digestion. Although exercising eliminates calories and increases lean muscle, raising your bodys baseline metabolism, or calories burned at rest, it requires much duration and commitment to see results. One of the most practical ways to establish a calorie deficit is to eat fewer calories than your body typically burns. One method is to calculate how many calories the human body uses and then measure your calorie consumption to ensure youre ingesting fewer calories.

We all enjoy munching on dangerous things that do not benefit us. It may be impossible to avoid purchasing poor or sugary snacks. On the other hand, chowing down on unhealthy snacks might make losing weight without exercising challenging. Keep all your junk snack items, such as confectioneries, crisps, and sweetened drinks, on very high shelves that are difficult to access. Hold it so you can only immediately access these unhealthy meals occasionally. Avoid direct contact with such snacks; this will keep you from falling into the greed trap of such unhealthy snacking habits.

Making vegetables the primary attraction of the meal will make you more satisfied than a main course made mainly of refined carbohydrates. Rather than just eating a massive amount of spaghetti with red sauce and some cauliflower, switch the proportion so that you end up with an enormous dish of cruciferous vegetables served with gravy and some spaghetti sprinkled on top. This approach is excellent for risotto simmering but also works well with large bowl salads and toast. Topping your plates with reduced calories and more veggies also has a potential benefit: it allows you to settle down with a big plate of nourishment while working towards your weight reduction objectives.

Appetite and moods might be challenging to separate. Anticipate impulses to drive you strolling into the fridge and make other arrangements to guarantee youre munching on the first instead of the latter. Plan two strategies to deal with monotony, sadness, resentment, or anxiety. The initial stop ought to be free of food. Going for a stroll, taking a bath, or cleaning the house might seem constructive and rewarding for some. The second might involve food. It should be a deliberate pleasure that fills a yearning you anticipate when you want to snack but arent hungry, like a bowl of air-popped corn.

Chew your food for a more extended period each time you eat. You will not only appreciate the taste better, but youll additionally feel fuller sooner. This will allow you to enjoy your cuisine while consuming fewer servings. Chewing your meal correctly and for a more extended amount of time aids in breaking down the food and making it more straightforward for your stomach to digest. Whenever you eat while looking at a screen, you may not realize you are indeed full, which means you might consume more than youre supposed to. Whether you are eating alone, consider taking your time to relish your food. If youre at home, ensure regular meals are a family affair, free of screen distractions.

One research divided complete meals into small servings to examine if people expected to feel more content after eating the same amount of nourishment in smaller portions. They observed that splitting objects into three to six separate parts raised the anticipated degree of fullness of the subjects. When offering a buffet or snacks, this method is beneficial. When sitting at a restaurant, a person can grab many tasting menus and distribute the meal among them. They can cut up the dish and serve it on several little plates. So rather than presenting everything on one plate, divide lunch and supper into different meals.

Introducing herbs or citrus to drinks might help control appetites for sweetened beverages. Regular use of syrupy and artificial sweetener drinks is associated with more significant body fat in youngsters.

There are various healthier liquid alternatives. Water infused with fresh basil, lemon, strawberries, or watermelon is refreshing and low in calories. Tonic water can be flavored with lemon zest or grapefruit. Teas with aromas, herbs, and chamomile are also acceptable. Even if the label says sugar-free, most frothy beverages and fast drinks offered in supermarkets include hidden carbohydrates.

A cup of a sugary beverage consumed during the day may ruin your weight-loss efforts. Instead of buying them at the shop, make your own delightful and healthy snacks at home. Prepare a variety of soups, lemon flavoring, and other beverages to provide additional health benefits while aiming to lose weight. Some teas offer additional health benefits. Juices contain a lot of sugar. Consume whole fruits if possible because they contain fiber.

When youve rested, your body and mind want sustenance. A healthy breakfast includes protein, fiber, and fat to provide taste and keep you fuller for longer. According to experts, a nutritious morning can help you break your fast and reduce your chances of snacking later in the day.

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Even for the most motivated person, losing weight can be extremely difficult. Maintaining an appropriate weight is even more daunting, especially as a person ages. While consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has been linked to a lower risk of a wide range of severe diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease, there has been a constant debate between scientists and nutrition experts about whether including 5 to 7 servings of fruits and vegetables a day is optimal to shed extra weight.

Energy Density and Volume

Calories per unit of weight or volume are abundant in foods with a high energy density such as cream cheese, fatty fish, or mutton. Comparatively, low-energy density foods which include healthy fruits and vegetables have very low calories per gram. This is because foods with more water and fibre have a higher volume and a lower energy density than those with more fat. Fruits and vegetables are low in calories and energy density and high in water and fibre, therefore beneficial for those who intend to reduce weight," says Dr Preet Pal Thakur, co-founder Glamyo Health.

Fruits and Vegetables: Part of a Well-Balanced Diet

There are numerous approaches to losing or maintaining a healthy weight. Having more fruits and vegetables along with whole grains and lean meats, nuts, and beans is a safe and healthy one. Consuming more fruits and vegetables not only helps lose weight but they are also packed with antioxidants and other valuable plant compounds that help fight free radicals that harm cells. Besides that, antioxidant-rich diets are frequently associated with slower ageing and a lower risk of disease," adds Dr Thakur. Moreover, fruits and vegetables also contain essential vitamins and minerals, fibre and other substances that promote longevity.

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Advice to Lose Weight

Although many studies indicate no direct link between fruit and vegetable consumption and weight loss, most of them reveal that significant weight loss can occur when the advice to increase fruit and vegetable intake is combined with advice to reduce energy intake. Simply put, dieters must consume fewer calories than they burn. Incorporating fruits and vegetables into an existing diet plan that supplies adequate calories or contains more calories than required can result in weight gain," opines Dr Thakur. Therefore, fruits and vegetables should be substituted for high-energy-density foods and its best to consult a dietician or nutritional expert.

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1000-LB. Sisters star Tammy Slaton has shown off her healthier appearance in never-before-seen photos after losing 300 pounds.

Tammy, 36, uploaded a series of snapshots in a new TikTok.

In thevideo, the1000-Lb. Sistersstar shared closeups of her face as she wore a black-and-white striped dress.

Tammy appeared to have reddish hair and glasses while breathing through an oxygen tube in her nose.

Near the end of the vid, the TLC star switched to a new outfit and donned a red blouse as she had a seat belt over her chest.

Blackway's rap song, It Feel Good To Be Me, played in the background.

She previously postedphotos of her weight loss transformationfrom various angles with different filters and facial expressions.

Last year, when Tammy checked herself into arehabilitation facilityinOhio, she weighed about 717 pounds.

In order to get approved for bariatric surgery, her goal was to slim down to about 550 pounds.

Bariatric surgery is a gastric bypass operation in the digestive system to help a patient lose weight quickly in extreme situations, according to theMayo Clinic.

During the past season of the TLC show, fans watched as the reality star struggled to shed the pounds and get approved for her life-saving surgery.

Tammysuccessfully underwent the procedurein the summer of 2022.

In February, The U.S. Sun exclusively revealed thatthe TV star currently weighs up to 400 pounds.

In November 2022, Tammy and her husbandCaleb Willingham, 39,tied the knot.

Recently, the U.S. Sun exclusively learned thatTammy has been fighting with Calebas they struggle with a long-distance marriage.

Tammy was released from the rehab facility inOhioand returned to Kentucky, but Caleb remained behind to continue his treatment.

An insider claimed that tensions have been building between the couple because of the distance.

The source told The U.S. Sun: "Tammy is sad her husband is not with her.

"She is frustrated Caleb has not made an effort to move to a facility in Kentucky from Ohio. They have been arguing because she feels he is not handling the transfer with urgency."

The U.S. Sun also reported Tammy has beenhelping take careof sister Amy Slanton, 34, and her two children - Gage and Glenn - amid hersplit from her husbandMichael Halterman.

Because of the full house, a source claimed Tammy is actually "pissed" that her hubby is not around to help out.

The insider revealed that the TV personality "feels as if she is single again."

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