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Eating a balanced diet is absolutely vital for your health and wellbeing.

Not doing so can cause a wealth of problems for people, including, it seems, turning your skin orange.

Alysha Shobe, of Cincinnati, Ohio, ate sweet potatoes for or with every meal for six months in a bid to lose weight.

She completely cut out processed foods and went on a strict sweet potato and vegetable diet after a break-up.

The 34-year-old sales assistant said: It started in the fall of 2019 when I was mad at a boy who I really liked.

I was determined to lose weight, which led to me eating lots of sweet potatoes.

Ive always liked them, theyre very filling and satisfy my sweet tooth.

I became obsessed, I would only eat them and pumpkin pure.

I noticed a slight skin change but at first I looked tanned rather than orange.

After four months people started to see my skin turn orange.

I was a teacher at the time and even had a child ask me if my liver was okay.

The skin didnt bother me, but my mom was mad, she would always yell at me for turning orange.

At first, Alyshas diet consisted of five sweet potatoes per day before she added other veggies like pumpkin, peas and butternut squash.

Alysha did find that she lost weight, but thankfully she eventually came off the strict regime and started eating a more balanced diet.

These days, even though she still eats sweet potatoes, her skin is less orange.

She said: I still eat them now, theyre cheap and taste nice. I just dont eat as many, and Im not as obsessed with calories.

Previously, when writing about Kim Kardashians intense Met Gala prep, we got advice from Luke Hughes, personal trainer at Origym, on how to lose weight safely.

He said: Severely restricting calories for a long period of time can lead to nutrient deficiencies.

Its always better to lose weight or build muscle over a long period of time, by eating healthily and having plenty of rest in between workouts.

Losing one to two pounds per week is considered a healthy and safe rate to lose weight. Any more than this in the same amount of time may be considered too fast.

Fast weight loss can put you at risk of health problems, including muscle loss, nutritional deficiencies, gallstones, and a drop in metabolism.

Other health-related issues include shedding more hair than usual, feeling cold and irritable, having reduced energy levels, and people may find they stop having periods.

This often occurs when people exercise too much or attempt crash or low-calorie diets.

If you lose weight too quickly, its also unlikely you will keep it off permanently.

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Fatty liver disease is exactly what the name suggestsit develops by having excess fat stocked up in your liver. Also known as hepatic steatosis, it's pretty common and affects over 25% of individuals in the United States. There are several causes of the disease. We spoke with Dr. Mike Bohl, MD, MPH, CPH, MWC, ELS, a member of the Eat This, Not That! Medical Expert Board who shares several typical contributors, which include drinking alcohol, obesity, and diabetes. Read on to learn more, and next, be sure to check out The 6 Best Exercises for Strong and Toned Arms in 2022, Trainer Says.

Fatty liver disease is one of those medical issues that you may not even know you have. If you do happen to experience symptoms, you may feel tired or have discomfort in the upper right part of your belly, according to Dr. Bohl. Additional symptoms may include an inflamed liver, increased tiredness and/or weakness, leg or belly swelling, pronounced blood vessels, and possibly yellowing in the white part of your eyes or skin.

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Dr. Bohl tells Eat This, Not That!, "The best ways to manage fatty liver disease are to lose weight and refrain from drinking alcohol. Following a healthy dietincluding eating many plant-based foods and avoiding excess sugars and processed foodand exercising at least 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week are good ways to start losing weight."He adds, "If you have any chronic conditions, such as diabetes, take all of your medications as prescribed and regularly check in with your provider." If you should develop any of the symptoms, it's critical to seek the help of a medical professional.

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The majority of the time, fatty liver disease will not create severe issues, nor will it compromise your liver function. However, 7% to 30% of cases can worsen as time passes, according to Cleveland Clinic. When it comes to those cases, your liver can swell and its tissue can sustain damage. This will result in scar tissue. When the scar tissue takes over the healthy tissue, that's when it becomes"cirrhosis of the liver," which can impede the functioning of your liver. It could even induce liver cancer or liver failure.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Don't wait for warning signs when it comes to any health condition. Showing your body TLC should be a priority. Hop on a fitness routine, and start eating healthy now.

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While 50is young, physical changes start taking place around this time and making positive lifestyle choices is a must in order to keep healthy. Common health issues will also start occurring like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, weakened vision and more. To help avoid some of these health concerns, experts reveal 12 things to stop doing now in an effort to maintain overall well-being longer. Read onand to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.

Dr. Steve Hruby, a Doctor of Chiropractic and founder at Kaizen Progressive Health shares, "Many of us believe that if we can get through the day with as little sleep as possible, we will be fine. Many people stay up late, even if they have work the next day. We believe everything is fine until we see no physical consequences of our behavior. However, this is not the case. If you sleep for less than six hours for an extended period of time, your immunity and other biological systems are likely to suffer. Your body's ability to create germ fighters is weakened when your immunity is low, making you more susceptible to infections and disorders. The ability of your body to combat them is also seriously harmed. As a result, it is recommended that one sleep for at least 7 to 8 hours each day. This is necessary for maintaining healthy health."

Dr. Cali Estes, PhD, MCAP, MAC, ICADC with The Addiction Coach says, "You open your eyes, grab your phone to see what time it is, and WHAM! You are on Facebook, TikTok, and checking email while lying in bed. This is bad for your eyes and can create headaches. Plus, any bad news or upsetting things you see will now be at the forefront of the day and you will be obsessed with them. You need to wake up fully, do your morning hygiene routine, and then tackle the day. For your mental and physical health, it is important to start the day phone free."

Chaye McIntosh, Clinical Director, ChoicePoint adds, "It is not healthy for a 50-year-old to use electronic devices for a longer period. They eventually lead to weak eyesight, a disturbed mind, and an unhealthy body. The best practice is to limit the use of electronic devices to as low as possible."

McIntosh states, "Excessive anger and fights tend to increase the fight and flight response of the body. Therefore, causing adrenaline in the body to increase. It is not good for the health of an individual. To lead a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life, one must skip bad habits and lead a pure, active lifestyle. This will make you stronger, but you will also feel better than ever before."

Kent Probst, personal trainer, kinesiotherapist and bodybuilder with Long Healthy Life reminds us that, "Annual blood testing is important because it can detect a problem well in advance of symptoms, so you can correct the problem before it becomes a serious disease. It's getting a handle on how your body is functioning beneath the surface."

According to Dr. Hruby, "We are a generation that lives on taking pills, especially bankers, who rely on a painkiller every day to alleviate job headaches. But we must stop immediately because taking medicines on a regular basis is harmful to our health. If taken too regularly, OTCs can cause negative effects. Furthermore, long-term tablet use can permanently harm your kidneys."

Health and fitness expert Alicia Jones explains, "A walk feels great, and it absolutely has health benefits, but what's the point of having a strong healthy heart if you can barely lift yourself up from your seat? Simply put, there's no point in living a long life if your quality of life is poor. Walking is psychologically beneficial, it improves heart health and improves insulin resistance, but it doesn't build lean muscle that enhances your quality of living. You need to be able to fly up a flight of stairs with ease and energy. You've got to be able to lift grandbabies, lift your groceries and continue your best, strong and independent life. While walking is absolutely beneficial for your health, over 50 it's not enough. You've got to add weight training into your healthy habits. Usually walking is easy. On a nice summer day you slip on your shoes and you're off. Weight training is often overlooked for a nice healthy walk instead. If you're short on time, and that's why you've been favoring your walks over weight training, then you're doing yourself a big disservice. Simply give up 2 walks a week for weight training, and the rest of the time enjoy your walks."

Jones states, "It's been a common practice to wake up early on weekdays, and then, on weekends, allow yourself the pleasure of a lie-in. While many believe this helps you catch up on sleep, it actually dysregulates your natural circadian rhythms. You're literally giving yourself a weekly dose of jet lag (which is why for many Monday feels exhausting every single week). Over 50 you're fighting with hormone shifts that further shift your natural circadian rhythms such as Melatonin production (the hormone that helps you sleep). It declines with age so now, more than ever, valuable sleep practices are needed to ensure melatonin production increases when it's time to go to bed. Changing your waking time disrupts sleep patterns and sleep quality which you probably already know over 50 becomes even more vital in order to repair the body and stave off cognitive decline and diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Instead, try waking up everyday at the same time. If you need more sleep, go to bed early instead of waking up later. You'll help your circadian rhythms function optimally, stave off cognitive decline and enhance sleep quality."

Karin Ashley, an Integrative Women's Health Nurse Practitioner says, "There is a Japanese concept called Hara Hachi Bu, and it could help you lose weight, improve digestion, and be more mindful about eating. The practice is simply to eat to the point where you feel 80% full, not completely stuffed. American culture tells us to eat until we can't fit anything else in: the all-you-can-eat buffets, super-size meals, and extra large portions at restaurants. It's no wonder our rates of chronic disease have been drastically increasing! It takes about 20 minutes for our brains to receive the message of satiety, or feeling satisfied. If you eat only until you feel about 80% full, your brain will catch up in about 20 minutes with the message that you actually *are* full, or satisfied. This small change leads to fewer calories consumed per meal (and more leftovers for later!), less strain on your body to digest excessive amounts of food, and helps you become more in-tune with your body's nutritional needs."

Dr. Hruby says, "The proverb 'you must eat your breakfast like a king' is not without merit. Breakfast is arguably the most crucial meal of the day. You are negatively damaging your metabolism and energy reserves if you skip a proper one. A balanced breakfast consists of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Dana Ellis Hunnes PhD, MPH, RD is a senior dietitian at UCLA medical center, assistant professor at UCLA Fielding school of public health, and author with Cambridge university Press, of the new book, RECIPE FOR SURVIVAL explains, "A typical American diet is high in animal products: meat, dairy, chicken, turkey, eggs, and low in fresh fruit and vegetables and whole grains, nuts, and seeds. A typical American diet is associated with increased prevalence of chronic disease: diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, cancer, obesity. Whereas, if you look at blue zones, where people live a long time, they eat in reverse, mostly whole, plant-based foods, which adds life to your years and years to your life."

Hunnes shares, "These types of foods increase inflammation in the body, IGF-1, insulin, as well as often the risk of all the chronic diseases listed in 2. They add many calories but few nutrients. They also age you more quickly because of the inflammation and lack of naturally occurring antioxidants found in whole, plant-based foods, which fight off cell aging. A whole, plant-based diet includes whole grains, fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes."

Dr. Eugene Symaco, M.D. from Mayflower Medical states, "Smoking cigarettes is one of the unhealthiest things a person can do. Cigarette smoke contains over 4,000 different chemicals, many of which are toxic. These chemicals include arsenic, formaldehyde, lead, and more. Smoking cigarettes is linked to an increased risk of lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. It is estimated that smoking cigarettes causes one in five deaths in the United States each year."

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Too much of a good thing may end up punching you in the gut. Many people have found that drinking beverages and eating foods made with artificial sweeteners have helped them to reduce calories, lose weight, and control blood sugar.

Recent research, however, suggests that artificial sweeteners like aspartame, saccharin, and sucralosemay end up altering our gut microbiome in ways that may negatively impact our health.

More than a dozen animal and human studies in recent years have looked at the health implications of consuming non-nutritive sweeteners. While not showing a definitive cause and effect, many of these studies suggest that artificial sweeteners may throw the gut microbiota out of balance, play a role in glucose intolerance, and even damage the intestinal lining, leading to leaky gut syndrome. To learn how to protect your gut, read This Eating Habit Can Significantly Improve Your Gut Health, Says New Study.

One of the most recent studies published in 2021 in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences demonstrated that three widely-used artificial sweeteners may make two types of gut bacteria harmful to the walls of the intestine.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

"Our study is the first to show that some of the sweeteners most commonly found in food and drinksaccharin, sucralose and aspartamecan make 'healthy' gut bacteria become pathogenic (disease-causing)," said the senior author of the study Dr. Havovi Chichger, a biomedical scientist at Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom.

The research found that artificial sweetenersin a concentration equivalent to two cans of diet sodacaused two harmful types of gut bacteria, E. coli and E. faecalis, to attach themselves to and damage the epithelial cells that line the walls of the intestine. E faecalis is known to cross the intestinal wall and enter the bloodstream where it can cause infections in lymph nodes and organs, according to Chichger.

"These (pathogenic changes which include greater formation of biofilms and increased adhesion) could lead to our own gut bacteria invading and causing damage to our intestine, which can be linked to infection, sepsis, and multiple-organ failure," Chichger said.

Despite this and other studies linking artificial sweeteners to potential health risks, the US Food & Drug Administration, after decades of study, has determined that all three sweeteners are safe for human consumption. To learn more read What Are Artificial Sweeteners? And Why They're in Your Food.

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When it comes to diets that might help you lose potentially unhealthy pounds, there are certainly quite a few options. However, when it comes to the one that can result in significant and lasting weight loss, the keto diet may be your best bet, according to a new study.

In the study that was presented at the 8th International Scientific Symposium New Frontiers in Scientific Research from the PronoKal, via Medscape, patients were put on a keto diet that saw them consuming a mere 600 to 800 calories per day, which resulted in those involved both losing weight and maintaining that weight loss.

When it comes to why this low-calorie keto diet was effective, Ana Beln Crujeiras, principal investigator of the Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela-Galician Health Service Group of Epigenomics in Endocrinology and Nutrition and the Biomedical Research Networking Center for Obesity and Nutrition Physiopathology, explained that in order "to achieve this metabolic state (ketosis), routes that require the combustion of fats are activated, and this induces body weight loss."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Crujeiras added, "Our work has shown that the very-low-calorie ketogenic diet is effective for rapid weight loss and maintenance of lost weight, as well as reducing fat mass, primarily visceral fat mass."

Granted, "anyone who is put on a 600 to 800 calorie diet will lose weight regardless of if you are following a keto diet or a high-carb, low-fat diet," Kimberly Duffy, RDN, LD, CPT, tells Eat This, Not That!.

Duffy adds that 'the problem comes in maintaining the weight loss long term," saying that "the keto diet is one which cannot be sustained and when a person goes off the diet, weight regain can be quite rapid."

Beyond that, Duffy notes that "extreme restriction and guilt around food choices leads to binge eating and a dysfunctional relationship with food."

"As a dietitian, I don't recommend a low-calorie diet to anyone," Duffy adds, noting that she prefers to teach her clients to make "small changes which can become lifelong habits."

To find out more about the best and safest ways to lose weight and keep it off, be sure to read Eating Habits for Weight Loss That Experts Say Actually Work.

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Known for her iconic role in the tear-jerking NBC show "This Is Us," Chrissy Metz has been fully open about her weight loss journey in real life, just like her character in the drama, Kate Pearson. All while being a successful actress, Metz would constantly think about her struggle on and off the screen with her weight, eventually leading to a 100-pound loss.

Although Metz no longer continues to let her weight interfere with her success, it was a long journey for her to be comfortable in her skin. During her weight loss efforts, she made some lifestyle changes to help shed the pounds. According to People, Metz lost 100 pounds by eating in a calorie deficit.

"All I did was eat a 2,000-calorie diet and walk 20 minutes a day," she told People.

Calorie imbalance is the number one cause of weight gain. Essentially, if you eat more calories than you are burning off, then you will end up gaining weight. Especially nowadays, we tend to eat more calorie-dense processed foods and fewer whole foods. We also sit down a lot, which doesn't help the weight gain. That's why eating fewer calories and moving (even for a short period) throughout the day can be beneficial for weight loss.

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It's important to focus on the quality of the food and the quantity. It's essential to calculate your calories based on your basal metabolic rate. You can do this by finding your specific caloric needs before setting any kind of calorie deficit for weight loss. Overall, you know what and how much your body needs.

However, Metz's weight loss happened rapidly, within 5 months, because she became consumed with losing weight to make it in the acting world. Since then, she has thankfully become more comfortable in her skin, focusing on being healthy for herself instead of for the media.

Metz goes on to tell People that she is taking steps to lose weight. However, she clarifies that the stops along her weight loss journey are not for anybody but herself.

"I want to have a fit, healthy body and not have to be put in a box. I don't want to be limited by anything," Metz says in the interview.

As Metz continues to thrive in the acting industry (and soon to be singing industry), she has also shifted her mentality to more body positivity, not specifically focusing on numbers on the scale and not having a numbered weight loss goal on her mind.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

According to Women's Health, she spoke at the WrapWomen's Power Women Summit about dealing with pressure to lose weight.

"Whether I lose weight or I don't, I don't really hold onto like a number," Metz said at the summit. "I don't think that's important because who's to say what."

Metz then explains the importance of every individual determining what makes them happy and how to achieve that.

"It's going to take some time. There are some days where I'm like, 'I'm definitely eating my feelings.' Other days when my heart is full, I'm not hungry. Do I want to take care of my body and live a healthy life? Absolutely. That doesn't mean you can't do it at an unconventional size."

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Losing weight can be a tough journey at any age, but it's important to note that it may become more difficult as you get older. For example, your metabolism begins to shift as you age, which plays a large role in how you lose and manage your weight loss goals.

If you're in your 50s and looking to lose weight, one of the first things you can make sure you're doing is eating a healthy breakfast! This truly is the most important meal of the day, and it will set you up for success throughout the rest of the day. Getting enough protein, fiber, and healthy fats in your first meal of the day can help you meet your weight loss goals in your 50s.

Continue reading to learn about some of the best breakfast foods for weight loss as you age, and for more healthy weight loss tips, check out 19 Weight Loss Foods That Really Work.

One of the most common breakfast staples, eggs are great for starting your morning off in a healthy way!

"Eggs contain protein and fat, both helping you curb your appetite throughout the morning and likely the day. Research suggests that those that eat 25 to 30 grams of protein in the morning are often satisfied with less later in the day. Pair eggs with a fiber carbohydrate like whole-grain toast or oats for a well-rounded breakfast," says Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD author of The Sports Nutrition Playbook and member of our expert medical board.

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Greek yogurt is one of the healthier yogurt options on grocery store shelves because it usually comes with more protein and less added sugar.

"High in protein, Greek yogurt provides around 14 to 18 grams of protein for 6-ounces, depending on the brand. It also contains calcium and probiotics, which are essential for optimal health. Have a yogurt parfait, add it to whole-grain waffles or blend it into a smoothie for a protein-packed breakfast," says Goodson.

Oatmeal is a win in every way. It provides fiber that can keep you full, help with your digestion, and even help you manage your heart health. Not only that, but it can help with your weight loss goals as well.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

"I'm a firm believer in hitting your daily protein goals. If you're looking to get rid of belly fat, then eating enough protein is very critical to your success," says Courtney D'Angelo, MS, RD,author at Go Wellness. "You should aim to consume the same grams of protein in relation to your weight goal (if you want to be 140 pounds, you should aim to eat 140 grams of protein every day). Protein has many health benefits, and one of them is that it helps get rid of fat and build lean muscle. Oats are high in fiber, which will slow down digestion and keep you feeling full for longer, which in turn will prevent overeating throughout the day."

Nut butter on its own wouldn't be enough for breakfast, but it can be a great addition to many types of meals.

"Adding natural nut butter to your toast, oatmeal, or parfait can add some healthy fats and plant-based proteins that can help support satiety, which could possibly help you combat hunger pangs and take in fewer calories in the long run," says medical board expert Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, author of The First Time Mom's Pregnancy Cookbook and Fueling Male Fertility.

And lastly, while not technically a food, green tea is packed full of health benefitsincluding helping to manage weight.

"Sipping on green tea can be a nice addition to your breakfast. As long as caloric sweeteners aren't added, green tea can support weight management thanks to the natural compounds it contains," says Manaker.

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Pesky belly fat can seem tough to get rid of. The unwanted excess weight you carry, although completely common, may seem like a burden at times. That's why you try to find ways to rid of belly fat, ranging in everything from how you workout to what you eat. Consuming certain food groups more than others may also seem like a vital option to help shrink the waistline.

Protein, for example, is an essential part of the diet. Getting your protein's correct daily intake can be great for the body, including leading to potential weight loss. Some proteins are more beneficial for this effect than others. According to Julie Upton, M.S., R.D., and member of our medical expert board, the best protein you can eat to help shrink belly fat are eggs.

"While no protein can shrink belly fat, high-quality protein can help increase satiety and reduce cravings to help you lose weight and belly fat," says Upton. "One of the best proteins to do that would be eggs."

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According to Upton, eggs are the "gold standard" for high-quality protein, as they contain all 9 essential amino acids. Consuming all nine essential amino acids is important for your body because they help build muscles, cause chemical reactions in the body, transport nutrients and prevent illness, as well as carry out other functions.

A lack of amino acids in your body can result in decreased immunity and digestive problems. It can also lead to depression, fertility issues, lower mental alertness, and more. Therefore, eating eggs is your best option to ensure you're getting the proper nutrients.

"Eating an egg-based breakfast has also been shown to help keep people satisfied longer so they can more easily reduce how many calories they eat, to help them lose weight and belly fat," says Upton.

Specifically, egg yolks contain a nutrient called choline that is essential to calorie-burning metabolism. The yolk also consists of Vitamin D, which a 2018 study found that Vitamin D in your diet could potentially reduce belly fat.

Overall, getting your protein intake can come with many benefits. Along with building lean muscle, this includes helping to repair tissue, digest food, and regulate hormones.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

When it comes to losing belly fat, eating your protein in moderation can help maintain a healthy weight and curb hunger. According to research published in the Nutrition & Metabolism journal, eating protein will help keep the metabolism moving quickly, keep energy levels high, and keep you fuller for longer.

To get the best results, Upton suggests striving to get about 20 to 25 grams of protein at each of your main meals.

"There's no need to go overboard, as more is not going to necessarily be better, so keep your protein intake to three times a day at the recommended amounts," says Upton.

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Whether eaten as an entre or a side dish, rice is an incredibly versatile grain that serves as a staple food for more than half of the world's population.

Unfortunately, when thinking about weight loss-friendly meals, carbs, including rice, have taken on a bad rap. However, depending on the type and how it's prepared, rice can still be part of your weight loss plan and help you achieve your belly fat loss goals.

To get some recipe inspiration, we asked our medical expert board members Tammy Lakatos Shames, RDN, CDN, CFT, and Lyssie Lakatos, RDN, CDN, CFT, also known as The Nutrition Twins, to pick out some of the best rice dishes that can help shrink belly fat. Read on to see what these registered dietitians had to say. Then, for more recipes, check out the 8 Best Protein Smoothie Recipes to Help Lose Abdominal Fat.

If you're a fried rice fan, then this recipe is right up your alley. While many fried rice dishes have more than 300 calories per cup, this "lightened-up" version is only 126 calories per servingand it packs a major nutritional punch.

Made with cooled or chilled brown rice, this recipe can help promote belly fat loss, as the resistant starch that forms during the rice's cooling process has been found to increase fat burning and reduce fat storage in the body, The Nutrition Twins explain.Additionally, the dish is teeming with anti-inflammatory ingredients like olive oil, ginger, kale, asparagus, and broccoli.

"This is a big deal because chronic inflammation is linked to weight gain, as well as more difficulty in losing weight," The Nutrition Twins say.

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One of the best parts about making your own sushi at home is that you have complete control over what goes in it. Like the faux fried rice recipe, these easy-to-make rolls call for cold brown rice. The Nutrition Twins note that this type of rice "contains more fiber than traditional [white] rice, which means it slows down digestion and keeps you feeling full longer." Plus, the resistant starch found in cold rice has been found to support a healthy gut microbiome, which has been linked to lower levels of body fat.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

In addition to offering a good source of fiber, these rolls are loaded with protein17 grams to be exact.

"Salmon, like allprotein-rich foods, helps to regulate hormones that control appetite and helps you to feel satisfied," The Nutrition Twins say.

As a bonus, the salmon offers plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, which are celebrated for their ability to reduce inflammation, boost cognitive function, and promote heart health.

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With protein and fiber being two essential components of a weight loss-supporting meal, this nutrient-dense recipe covers all of your bases.

"The carrots, mushrooms, kimchi, and scallions bring the fiber, while the eggs provide protein," The Nutrition Twins say. "Kimchi shines when it comes to weight loss and may be especially beneficial for helping obese people to decrease body weight, body mass index, body fat percent, and waist-hip ratio."

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Who says you can't eat dessert when you're trying to lose weight? This simple, sweet, and creamy brown rice pudding is a healthier take on the classic dessert, thanks to the unprocessed whole grain rice.

"Plus, it contains cinnamon, which helps to stabilize blood sugar, preventing energy highs and lows that typically result in overdoing it on sugar, as the body craves the quickest energy source it can findsugar," The Nutrition Twins say.

Beyond blood sugar management, cinnamon has also been found to help lower inflammation, reduce the risk of disease, and aid in weight loss.

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Cauliflower has been having a moment over the past few years. And one of its most popular iterations is the star of this low-carb dish: cauliflower rice.

"Cauliflower rice is a no-brainer for weight loss hopefuls with its sweet, delicious flavor, a texture similar to rice, but only 25 calories per cup, compared to 200 calories in a cup of rice," The Nutrition Twins say. "And the waistline savings really add up given that most people have more than a cup."

Aside from being low-calorie, cauliflower is chock-full of weight loss-promoting fiber, which is also found in the carrots, onions, and bell peppers. Meanwhile, the eggs and edamame provide protein to increase satiety.

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Whether you're pressed for time or simply don't feel like whipping up an elaborate meal, this dish will do just the trick, only requiring 30 minutes. Warm and comforting, this vegetable rice soup is packed with fibrous vegetables like carrots, onions, and celery.

"One of the real beauties of this rice recipe is that research shows that when you eat a low-calorie soup before a meal, it can help you reduce your total calorie intake at that meal by 20% compared to not eating the soup at all," The Nutrition Twins say.

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Heart patients who are overweight or obese can be at risk of suffering another attack or heart problem. As per a new study, switching to THIS diet could help manage the outcome.

Written by Arushi Bidhuri | Updated : May 26, 2022 11:45 AM IST

Weight loss is strongly advised in overweight and obese individuals with coronary heart disease to improve blood pressure and lipid levels, as well as to reduce the chance of type 2 diabetes and hence the risk of another heart attack. A study published in the journal of the European Society of Cardiology found that over 10,000 individuals indicated that only about 20 per cent had a healthy BMI when they were admitted to the hospital for a heart attack.

86 per cent of patients who were obese during hospitalization remained obese 16 months afterwards, and 14 per cent of overweight patients had become obese. Obesity was particularly prevalent among young women, with over half of those under 55 years old being fat.

Diet plays an important role for a patient with heart problems. And it is even more crucial for heart patients who are overweight or obese. Another study by the European Society of Cardiology found that eating low glycemic index foods promotes a healthy body in patients with coronary heart disease. But how does it help?

The glycemic index (GI) assigns a score to carbohydrate-rich foods based on how quickly they raise blood sugar levels. Foods with a high GI produce a quick rise in blood sugar. Whereas low GI foods, such as apples, oranges, broccoli, and leafy greens, pulses like chickpeas, lentils, and kidney beans, and whole grains like brown rice and oats, digest slowly and increase your blood sugar levels as per the study. Also, several other studies have shown that high Gi diets can raise the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and more.

For the study, researchers randomly allocated 160 patients between the ages of 38-76 to either eat a low GI diet or a routine diet for three months. Both groups continued to receive normal coronary artery disease treatments. Patients in the low GI group were told to eat low GI foods and avoid high GI items while maintaining their protein and fat intake. The routine diet group was told to follow the coronary artery disease diet, which restricts fat and certain proteins such as whole milk, cheese, meat, egg yolks, and fried meals.

The researchers found that all body measurements in both groups had decreased by three months compared to baseline, however, the effects were only significant in the low GI group. The low GI diet resulted in significant decreases in BMI and waist circumference when the researchers evaluated changes between groups from baseline to study conclusion. The low GI group's BMI dropped by 4.2 kg/m2 compared to 1.4 kg/m2 in the regular diet group. In the low GI group, waist circumference was reduced by 9 cm compared to 3.3 cm in the regular diet group. Hip circumference and waist-to-hip ratio did not differ significantly across groups.

(With inputs from agencies)

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