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You may notice as you get older, the pounds pack on more easily. And that's caused by a few reasons, explains registered dietitian Jonathan Valdez, RDN, owner of Genki Nutrition and a spokesperson for the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

For starters, your muscle mass decreases. Around age 50, our muscle mass decreases by about 10%. The importance of muscle tissue is that it is metabolically active and has the ability to burn more calories than fat, he notes.

Next, your metabolism may slow. With each decade, our resting metabolic rate decreases by 2%, which affects the body's ability to burn many calories, he says.

Lastly, your body experiences hormone changes as you age. Testosterone and estrogen levels decline with age, causing the body to store fat, and making it more difficult to lose weight. According to Valdez, lower estrogen can cause women to store fat around the abdomen, which can cause insulin resistance and promote weight gain.For men, decreased testosterone leads to decreased muscle mass and a slower metabolism. This prevents men from burning calories and losing weight.

If you're looking to start an attempt to lose weight, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start, and with all the changes you'll need to make. But you can keep things simple with these seven effortless ways to lose weight as you age. Read on, and for more on how to eat healthy, don't miss Eating Habits to Lose Abdominal Fat As You Age, Say Dietitians.

"Eating more soluble and insoluble fiber can keep you feeling satiated and prevent you from feeling hungry," says Valdez. "This can prevent you from consuming high calories and putting on unwanted pounds. Aim for at least 28 grams of fiber per day."

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"Be clear on what your goals aredo you want to simply lose weight? Improve a specific quality of life factor? What are you looking for?" says Colleen Tewksbury, PhD, MPH, RDN, CSOWM, LDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "Then, determine what steps you can take to work towards those goals and start tracking them."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that participants who kept daily food records lost twice as much weight as those who didn't.

"A study showed that bumping up the protein intake increases satiety, decreased overall food intake, and preserves muscles," says Valdez. "Try aiming for 25-30 grams of protein at each meal. Depending on your workout intensity, you may need 1.2 grams to 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of weight."

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"Weight management is an entire field of care with specialists. Building a team of support is important to work towards long-term weight goals," says Tewksbury. "This can include working with your primary care provider, registered dietitians, behavioral health providers, and others."

Green tea has been studied for its weight loss benefits thanks to its antioxidant EGCG that targets fat cells, so make yourself a cup the next time you need a warm drink. One study published in the Canadian Pharmacists Journal found that people who drank green tea lost on average 0.2 to 3.5 kilograms more than those in the control group who didn't drink green tea over 12 weeks.

Eating breakfast, and a big one at that, may help you lose more weight. A 2020 study found that participants who ate a high-calorie breakfast (69% of their daily caloric intake) compared to those who ate a low-calorie breakfast (those who ate 11% of their daily caloric intake) burned nearly twice as many calories throughout the day.

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Okay, okaythis may require some effort. But it will definitely pay off.

"Studies show that aerobic exercise leads to significant weight loss in men and women," says Valdez. "Aerobic exercise includes running, walking, or swimming. With weight training, which can help preserve muscle mass and boost your metabolism, you should exercise for at least 150 minutes per week."

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I remember standing in the shower, in sixth grade, feeling disgusted by my body grabbing a handful of my floppy belly and saying to myself, This is not who I really am. I was reciting, unconsciously, the cultural script. And so, at 12, I summoned my willpower and started jogging. By the end of middle school, I was fairly slim. By high school, I was a decent athlete. In retrospect, I think what really slimmed me down were hormones and growth spurts. But that achievement became a pillar of my teenage identity, a story I loved to tell about myself: I had been a fat kid, a kid living under a genetic curse but then, through the miracle of willpower and self-discipline, I overcame.

Or did I actually overcome? What diet stories tend to leave out is that, in the wake of restriction, people almost always gain the weight back. The story of a life is much longer than the story of a diet. Over the decades, my weight has fluctuated widely as I have pinged between poles of excess and restriction, appetite and control, abstinence and snacking. Or, as my grandfather might put it, flavor and nutrition.

I have an alter ego that my wife calls, with affectionate amazement, Fat Sam. She first met him on our honeymoon. We had been driving all day, rolling through the high desert near Santa Fe, watching huge thunderstorms flickering over black mesas, trying to get to where we were going and when we finally did, in the middle of the night, famished and exhausted, the only open restaurant was Dennys. And the only thing on my mind was merging, body and soul, with the first cheeseburger that passed by.

The moment my meal arrived, the universe seemed to crack in half, like an eggshell in the hands of a line cook and a brand-new character crawled out: Fat Sam. Fat Sam attacked the food in front of him with wild urgency. As I ate, my wife kept trying to say something, to start a conversation, but I would be in the middle of chewing, or near the end of chewing, or just at the beginning of chewing, and I would hold up one finger as if to say, Yes, hang on, just a second, I have an answer for you but then in the moment of swallowing, when my mouth was briefly clear, when I could have spoken, I would immediately shove the cheeseburger back into my mouth and take another bite. I was in a kind of trance. I was like a horn player doing circular breathing. At one point the waitress came over and said, How is everything? and with my mouth absolutely overflowing, sounding like a drunken man, moaning with almost sexual ecstasy, I shouted, Oh, its REALLY REALLY good! and everyone in the room realized at the same time that she had not even been talking to us but to the table behind us. Fat Sam didnt care. He just kept cramming the universe into his face.

The classic diet slogan that made such an impression on me as a chubby child Inside every fat person, there is a skinny person waiting to get out should, in my case, be reversed. No matter what my body happens to look like at any particular moment, Fat Sam lives inside me. I recognize now, in fact, that Fat Sam represents some of my best qualities: curiosity, cheerful appetite, a hunger for life, satisfaction in the moment. Fat Sams mission is to consume the world in giant gulps of joy. It doesnt even have to be food: It can be naps, or video games, or telling jokes at a party, or walking, or shooting free throws, or reading, or petting a dog. Whatever satisfies a need, whatever I am starving for. And in that transfer, in that passage from outside to inside, in that radical taking in, there is a validation of existence, a proof of being, that I refuse to reject. Fat Sam, in many ways, is precious and good. He is a funnel into which the universe pours, the pinch in the hourglass. He reminds me that all of life is, in a sense, appetite. Even restriction satisfies a hunger the hunger to restrict. When I chose to deny myself something, it is Fat Sam who is feeding, greedily, on that denial.

One of my favorite photos is a selfie I took 10 days after my father died. It holds a strange paradoxical energy: mourning and joy, comedy and sorrow, ending and continuing. I took it in the guest bathroom at my fathers house when, going through his old things, we discovered a treasure trove of vintage jogging shirts. My dad was an avid runner he moved to the jogging hotbed Eugene, Ore., during its golden age in the 1970s, when the local shoe company, Nike, was rising and the legend Steve Prefontaine was out running the streets with his famous mustache. My father had a mustache like Pres, and he ran those same streets. Year by year, he amassed a huge collection of T-shirts from Eugenes annual race, the Butte to Butte. Looking through them felt like time travel: wild colors, outdated designs, fonts morphing to keep up with the styles of various decades.

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Misleading ads preyon peoples desires for a quick fix or miracle cure - cheating you out ofmoney. Some products, and programs, could also be dangerous to yourhealth.

"Be aware ofproducts that over-promise unrealistic results that may be detrimental to yourwallet and to your health, says New York State Health Commissioner Dr. MaryBassett.

Below are some tipsto avoid health and weight loss scams.

A health product isfraudulent if it is deceptively promoted as being effective against a diseaseor health condition, but not scientifically proven safe and effective for thatpurpose. Remember: There is no proven quick and easy way to lose weight or gethealthy.

"Nothing canreplace the benefits of a healthy diet and regular exercise for safe andeffective weight loss," says Dr. Bassett.

Always read thefine print before purchasing a health or weight loss product. A common tacticin health care scams is the money-back guarantee, giving the appearance of arisk-free investment.

Beforetrying a new product, search for its name online through a trusted searchengine. Fake reviews are common, so seek verified reviews from a variety ofsources. If all you find are glowing reviews, consider if the authors may havebeen paid or received free products for writing the review. Also look for complaints or lawsuits aboutthe product. If you see the product on social media, but the comments are turned off, beware - its a red flag that the company istrying to hide honest feedback.

Always consult witha primary care physician or certified health practitioner before beginning anew medicine or dietary supplement, particularly if the product is not approvedby the Food and Drug Administration.

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If the treadmill is your absolute favorite piece of fitness equipment, you are in luck, because today we're delivering the best fat-burning workouts you can do on it. Whether you already have convenient access to one in your home, or you typically head to the gym to get your sweat sessions in, the treadmill is such an effective way to lose weight and get into serious shape. Walking at a brisk pace or running at an incline, for example, will torch more calories than if you were doing the same workout on a flat surface. Inclines will also help you sculpt lean muscle mass. What's not to love about all of that? We are Team Treadmill all the way.

Read on to learn more about why treadmills are so productive in helping you melt fat, in addition to a couple of fat-burning workouts you can do on it. And next, check out The 6 Best Exercises for Strong and Toned Arms in 2022, Trainer Says.

Let's talk cardio. In addition to eating a healthy diet and strength training, this form of exercise is crucial to incorporate into your fitness regimen. There are plenty of cardio exercises you can do, ranging from working out on the exercise bike or stairclimber, hiking, biking, and of course, making use of the treadmill.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

The treadmill is a great investment and a fantastic tool to torch fatespecially if you live in an area where you're not able to run outside, deal with moody weather, or simply want to have more control over your pace and incline.

When it comes to the types of cardio that are best for fat burning, you want to establish the perfect balance between a steady-state workout and an interval-based routine. Steady-state focuses more on aerobic endurance, which can be done more often, whereas intervals are more anaerobic-based. Interval training can be more difficult for your body to recover from, and it should really only be done a max of 2 to 3 times per week. Alternating between the two will give you the best of both worlds and help you not only improve your aerobic fitness, but also burn fat.

Below are aerobic and interval-style treadmill workouts you can add to your fitness routine to lose weight. Check them out, and gear up for the best fat-burning workouts you've ever experienced.

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For this workout, you're going to set your treadmill at the highest incline (usually 15 degrees), and set the speed at 3.0 to 3.5 mph. Walk at this pace and incline for 20 to 30 minutes, and watch your heart rate go up!

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Start this workout by standing with your legs outside of the belt and setting your treadmill on a 10% incline and the speed a little higher than your typical jog pace. Once the incline and speed are set, safely hop onto the treadmill, and sprint hard for 30 seconds. Once you've sprinted for 30 seconds, grab the handles on the side, and carefully jump back onto the stable non-moving part of the treadmill. Rest for 30 seconds, and then repeat this workout for 10 rounds.

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When you are in the limelight, you are supposed to be in your best shape. Just like all of us, celebs also go through fluctuations in their body weight. At the end of the day, we all strive to be the best version of ourselves. Today, we are going to talk about Rebel Wilsons incredible weight loss journey.

Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson is an Australian actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer. She was born on March 2, 1980, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She is best known for playing the role of Fat Amyin the musical comedyPitch Perfectfilm series (20122017). She even bagged theMTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performanceand aTeen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress for her performance as Amy.

To date, Wilson has starred in several comedy movies such as What to Expect When Youre Expecting,Struck by Lightning, Isnt It Romantic, How To Be Single, Fat Pizza, and Bachelorette.

In an interview with BBC, Rebel stated that she has always been confident in her skin but she had a few concerns about the health effects of being overweight. She said, I knew deep down inside that some of the emotional behaviors I was doing wasnt healthy. I did not need a tub of ice cream every night.

Wilson further added, That was me numbing my emotions using food, which wasnt the healthiest thing. She finally decided to make some changes in her lifestyle. In the past, she has also said how her polycystic ovary syndrome caused her to put on weight in her twenties.

During an appearance on an Australian radio show, the Hollywood star said: I theme my years, last year, and yeah that didnt work out. So I was determined that this year is the year is health and Im determined to succeed in this mission.

She also said, Its been going really good, its tough. Im not only working on the physical side but I am working on the emotional side.

The Pitch Perfect star Rebel Wilson declared the year 2020 as her Year of health on the social media platform Instagram. She even dropped her specific weight loss goals on the platform. We must say that Rebels weight loss journey is just commendable.

Okay so for me 2020 is going to be called The Year of Health so I put on the athleisure and went out for a walk, deliberately hydrating on the couch right now and trying to avoid the sugar and junk food which is going to be hard after the holidays Ive just had but Im going to do it! Whos with me in making some positive changes this year?, she captioned the post.

The actress began documenting her exercise sessions and she would often share clips of herself in the gym as well as on hikes on Instagram as she thought of sharing her journey with her fans all over the world.

Rebels trainer Jono Castano Acero stated that Rebel was undergoing grueling sessions but he admitted that she was keen to take on the new lifestyle and she worked hard for it.

The actress did different kinds of workouts, one time she posted a video of a stair challenge workout. She wrote, @jonocastanoacero just put me and @hugh_sheridan through an epic Opera House stair challenge workout! We did 30 laps! Also walked to and from the Opera House as a warm-up/ cool down (last week I could only do 25 laps sooo already improving) in the caption of the post.

Wilson followed a strict regime, and she worked out consistently. She would do squats using a medicine ball, battle ropes, and many other exercises. A few months later, another of her trainers, Gunnar Peterson told People magazine in October 2021, that Rebel got really serious about her workouts early on in the journey.

At that time, Gunnar told People, And when she went to do her last three projects, she was with me for a few months, and then shed be gone for a couple months, and I dont worry about her. She has locked in. Its the best.

He further added, Shes eating right. Shes recovering right. Shes managing her stress levels and shes staying up to date and shes staying up to speed with her training.

The speculations about Wilson using the Mayr Method to shed those extra kilos began swirling in the air at one point. Rebel debunked all those rumors spiraling around the Mayr method that revolves around a diet based on the Mayr Cure created by Dr. Franz Xaver Mayr, an Austrian physician, nearly 100 years ago.

Mayr thought that a large majority of people are poisoning their digestive systems with the foods they eat and how they eat them. So the goal of his method was to improve health through digestion.

Rebel took to her Instagram to clear the air and set the record straight once and for all. She said, This was NEVER my diet. Also have NEVER endorsed any diet pills or magic weight loss pills. Do NOT want anyone to get scammed.

In an interaction with People, the 42-year-old spilled the beans on her high-protein diet and she also disclosed that she used to consume nearly 3,000 calories every day before.

The Hustle actress said, Before I was probably eating 3,000 calories most days, and because they were normally carbs, I would still be hungry. So, Ive really changed to eating a high-protein diet, which is challenging because I didnt used to eat a lot of meat. I eat fish, salmon, and chicken breast.

Rebel also credited the coronavirus pandemic for helping her slow down and change her bad habits with the good ones. She said, I definitely think with the slow down, it did help. I think I was emotional eating, and overeating at times, because I wasnt loving myself enough either. And it does come down to that self-worth and self-love.

But Wilson did not deprive herself of food. She further added, Im just trying to go for overall balance, overall healthy balance. I have this state of being, which is not my quote, but I go Nothing is forbidden. Well be like, Should we get In-N-Out burger? And Im like, Nothing is forbidden. I can go there, I just might eat half of what I used to eat before. You know? And Ill have a burger, and a few fries, and then you feel fine.

Wilson wrote, Thanks for all the love so far on my Year of Health journey when I was reaching for the candies last night after dinner I thought to myself hmmmmbetter not and had a bottle of water instead x 8kgs to go until I hit my goal hopefully I can do it by the end of the year x, in a post on Instagram.

During an interview on the Australian radio show The Morning Crew with Hughesy, The Australian native spilled the beans on her incredible weight loss journey and the impact of her journey on her mental health as well.

Rebel was asked by Ed and Erin how people looked at her differently post the brilliant transformation. She said, Sometimes being bigger, people didnt necessarily look twice at you. Now that Im in good shape, people offer to carry my groceries to the car and hold doors open for you.

At that time, Rebel also wrote, Hit my goal with one month to spare! Even though its not about a weight number, its about being healthy, I needed a tangible measurement to have as a goal and that was 75kgs on the social media platform Instagram.

A close source told Hollywood Life, Its all about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and continuing to push herself physically, because she loves how strong and healthy she feels. Even when shes having a bad day, shell force herself to put on her workout clothes and get out there.

Wilson told the star-studded audience at the BAFTAs 2022 that she had undergone quite a transformation over the last two years. She took over the stage of the awards and said, I might look a little different from the last time you guys saw me here.

The actress continued, That was two years ago and since then I have done quite a transformation. I hope JK Rowling still approves. She jokingly said, Everybody is asking me: Why did you lose weight? and I was like: Really it was to get the attention of Robert Pattinson.

The hard work of Rebel Wilson paid off as she managed to achieve her goal. We are so happy for Rebel and we think she did an amazing job and she prioritized her health in all aspects.

Did the weight loss journey of Rebel inspire you? Do let us know what you think in the comments section below. Dont forget to stay tuned with us for the latest updates from the world of showbiz.

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Before delving too far into someones health journey, its important to get to know them and their daily routines and habits. Obviously, Chrissy Metz is a well-known and popular singer and actress in the United States. Shes a household name around the world.

Christine Michelle Metz is the full name of the woman who plays Christine on the show. On September 29, 1980, she was born. Her role as Kate Pearson in the American drama series This Is Us has made her an international star. She even won a Primetime Emmy and a Golden Globe for her role as a popular figure.

Throughout the program, she maintained the image of a hilarious, melancholy, and obese girl. Weve all come to know Chrissy as a chubby actress by now.

Infatuated with British journalist Martyn Eaden, Chrissy dated him for a while. On the 5th of January, 2008, they tied the knot in California. However, in 2013 they divorced due to a few issues in their relationship. She and her spouse were ultimately divorced in 2015 after he filed for divorce in 2014.

Chrissy Metzs year of fitness and recognition is set to begin in 2022. Since then, she has become an inspiration to those like us who are on a fitness journey and are looking for some real-world motivation.

Perhaps her story can serve as an inspiration and motivation for you to begin your own fitness journey. After reading about Chrissy Metzs weight loss struggle, Ive decided to take baby steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Fitness-wise, she has come a long way. Her weight loss story is quite inspiring. Its a great source of inspiration.

Every year, many of us resolve to start working out regularly and eating more healthfully in the new year. We all make resolutions to better ourselves, but how many of us actually follow through? As far as I can tell, most New Years resolutions never get done.

Chrissys weight reduction journey, on the other hand, serves as an inspiration for others who frequently contemplate and begin a weight loss journey, only to abandon it in the middle and never achieve their goals. A roller-coaster ride of emotions. Lets take a look at how she got started and how close she came to quitting, but she persevered and learned a lot from her experience.

A lot of people have noticed how open she is about her weight struggles. According to an interview with a Hollywood reporter conducted in 2017, she confessed to being overweight her entire childhood and recalls going to weight watchers at the age of 11. When asked about the awkwardness of attending a weight-loss meeting at such a young age, she said, I was the youngest person in the room.

Chrissys childhood trauma was revealed in a later interview. That she was abused as a child due to her weight was revealed in an interview. However, her stepfather, not some school bully, was the one who attacked her.

She said that she was traumatized by the beating she received from her stepfather on a number of occasions because of her weight.

Chrissy, on the other hand, was made stronger by the abuse she endured as a child and as an adult. She had a wonderful career and a wonderful life. Her connection with her father, on the other hand, improved as she became prosperous.

When Chrissy was asked about her relationship with her father in an interview with a major media outlet, she said that the media tends to overlook the fact that they are now close.

His behavior and assaults have been apologized for, thus she has forgiven him for the painful childhood memories they brought back. As a result, she has grown to admire him and see him as more of a father to her than even her own father.

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Before her big break in This Is Us, several people recommended she slim down in order to land a role in the fashion industry. She was arranging auditions for other actors and actresses on behalf of her agent.

It was clear to Chrissy that she was doing work she wasnt interested in doing while working for her agent. Rather than arranging auditions for others, she wanted to focus on her own work.

She was depressed as a result of all that was going on in her life. And then, on her 30th birthday, she experienced a panic attack. immediately, she was sent to the hospital Chrissys health was on her mind ever since that incident.

After a while, she began to take ownership of her own health and wellness. Chrissys priorities were shaken as a result of this tragedy. After her stay in the hospital, she began to give more thought to her well-being and how she was feeling.

A simple walk was all it took for her to begin her fitness journey. After the occurrence, she just stopped eating and exercising in an effort to avoid a repeat of the incident. A 20-minute stroll a day became her new goal. She began her weight loss journey by restricting her caloric intake to 2,000 calories per day for two weeks.

Weight loss 2000 calorie diet by Chrissy Metz might be referred to by that name. When Chrissy Metz decided to change her diet and lifestyle, she lost a remarkable 100 pounds in just five months.

A low-carb diet is the best way to reduce weight if youre simultaneously trying to become in shape. Each person has a unique diet plan that is tailored to their own needs. This low carbohydrate weight loss diet is tailored to the individuals unique body composition, height, and eating habits.

That means a nice eating plan for weight loss. Its time to take a look at your personal diet plan, complete with all of your favourite meals. You can use this link to design a personalized keto diet based on your weight, height, and dietary preferences. Customized low-carb diet regimens are available for those who want to lose weight.

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Diet and exercise were the first steps in the actresss weight loss journey. Walking was the first step she took toward establishing healthy routines. Chrissy made it a point to walk for at least 20 minutes every day. She reduced her intake of unhealthy foods to a minimum or quit eating them altogether. Chrissy began restricting her caloric intake to no more than 2000 calories per day after she regained control of her diet.

To begin, limit your intake of bad-for-you fare. Walking 20 minutes a day for 20 minutes every day is the third step in reducing your calorie consumption to 2000 calories. A few basic steps she began to take resulted in a dramatic improvement in her health.

Her physical and mental health improved as a result of these dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Chrissy was able to shed roughly 100 pounds in the first five months of following these simple healthy habits.

It all began with a panic attack for Chrissy, who began her weight loss journey. In 2010, she suffered a panic attack. She became more aware of her weight after the panic attack. In a 2017 interview, Chrissy revealed that she had an epiphany just before her birthday celebration.

The first thing I thought was, What the hell is this? Is there something wrong with me? After experiencing heart palpitations, she inquired, Whats going on? These were her exact comments as she was having a panic attack: It was really terrible truly, really, really scary.

She didnt even show up to the party; instead, she headed directly to the hospital. It was after a lengthy examination in the hospital that physicians concluded that her weight was to blame. Doctors have also cautioned her that she cant keep going on like this for long. Its past time for her to start paying attention to the way she lives and how she treats her body.

Chrissys illness had a profound effect on her life. Chrissys 100-pound weight loss journey began with this moment of realization.

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She has a roller coaster of a life. When she was little, she was a victim of abuse, and when she was older, she became famous and a star loved by everyone.

During this time, she was able to overcome her weight-related health difficulties. She has been an example to many people because she has overcome every challenge and hurdle in her life.

Chrissys life took a turn for the better after she lost weight. Fans and those who actually cared about Chrissys well-being showered her with praise and encouragement.

Friends and relatives were more supportive of her when she lost weight. They now assist her in a variety of ways. Chrissy had no idea how much attention and admiration she would receive from the public following her dramatic weight loss.

While auditioning for the role of Kate in THIS IS US, she had 81 cents in her bank. Only enough gas was left in her tank to get her to the audition location.

Kate, the character she played in the show, likewise had trouble keeping up with the action. She often mentions how she has a strong connection to and understanding of her on-screen alter ego, Kate.

Diet and exercise have been like scenes from a movie for Chrissy Metz. From someone who was broke and homeless to a well-known celebrity and an award-winning person. The journey Chrissy has been on from nothing to becoming an inspiration to thousands of people is impressive.

Her life, on the other hand, isnt a script from a movie. Her hard work and determination have paid off. It doesnt matter if Chrissy wants to be a successful actress or a healthy person; shes been the target of a lot of criticism and hate. But she never strayed from the right path. Despite her efforts, she was able to reach her goals.

The journey Chrissy has been on to lose 100 pounds has not been an easy one; she has had many highs and lows. Appreciation and inspiration can be found in this piece.

Before she began her weight loss adventure, she weighed 399 pounds or 181 kilograms. Shes now about 182 pounds heavy. Its incredible to see how much weight has been lost. its.

If you want to lose weight naturally and healthfully you have to stick with a 5-month weight loss plan. Rapid weight loss is not a sustainable approach. Losing weight should always be done in a healthy manner. Chrissy Metzs 100-pound weight loss is only possible due to her healthy weight decrease.

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"Young in age, old in soul" is how ELLE UK describes Sophie Turner in an interview for their June 2022 issue. And indeed, despite what her career and life milestones might indicate, Turner is only 26 years old. Her start on "Game of Thrones" came at the tender, often sensitive age of 15. "At 16, I felt like I was a fully-fledged adult," Turner tells the magazine. But even fully-fledged adults aren't impervious. Per theBBCsome studies suggest that increased stress and anxiety levels, along with feelings of loneliness and depression, may be associated with social media overuse. In fact, part of Turner's current relationship with social media (she's taken Instagram off her phone, and tries to "live real life") came from the negative body issues she developed during her GoT days; days when the mean comments about her weight or skin overshadowed positive ones about her acting and sent her into a shame spiral.

"I have noticed that social media makes me incredibly anxious, and it's something I try to distance myself from," Turner says. She credits therapy, distancing herself from Instagram, and supportive family and friends in the U.K. for her mental health improvements. Also, Turner makes it clear that regular check-ins are vital: "I still have days when I feel depressed or anxious," she says. But, "It's manageable now. I have the tools."

If you are struggling with an eating disorder, or know someone who is, help is available. Visit the National Eating Disorders Association website or contact NEDA's Live Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. You can also receive 24/7 Crisis Support via text (send NEDA to 741-741).

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Dr. James Parrish discusses what patients can expect before and after weight loss surgery and how the procedure itself is just a tool in a more comprehensive program designed to help individuals lose weight safely and effectively.

Alexandria, LA Bariatric surgery, often simply referred to as weight loss surgery, has helped many individuals lose significant amounts of weight and dramatically reduce risks to their general health. The benefits of state-of-the-art bariatric surgery procedures have made it possible for weight loss surgery candidates to effectively lose weight and keep it off after trying traditional diet regimens for what may have been years without success. Dr. James Parrish, a bariatric surgeon in Alexandria, says women and men who are considering weight loss surgery should know that there are now several advanced options that have proven to help patients meet their goals. With that in mind, Dr. Parrish notes that he always wants to make sure individuals who are interested in these procedures understand that weight loss surgery is essentially one step in a comprehensive process. Ultimately, he says, taking the proper steps both before and after the surgery itself are critical to ensuring the possibility of both safe and effective weight loss that can last years into the future.

One of the most important things to remember about weight loss surgery, advises Dr. Parrish, is that it is a tool that can provide a great deal of assistance for patients who have not been able to lose weight through other means. There are other tools that must be used in addition to the surgery itself, and those are introduced to patients as part of the pre- and post-treatment protocols necessary to achieve safe weight loss that can be maintained over a long period after the procedure. Before undergoing surgery from his practice, or even before individuals have made the final decision to have surgery, Dr. Parrish says they can take advantage of free seminars and support groups that feature an abundance of information regarding various weight loss surgery options and what they can expect. He notes that these programs can provide an exceptional educational resource, along with the opportunity to ask questions of others who have been through similar experiences. Additionally, Dr. Parrish says the initial consultation with the patient is a critical step. During this meeting, patients can talk with him about their concerns and have their needs evaluated. Then, Dr. Parrish can discuss weight loss surgery treatment options such as gastric bypass surgery, gastric sleeve surgery, or others that may present the most ideal solution for the individual based on their unique goals and health needs. Once Dr. Parrish and the patient have selected the procedure and a customized treatment plan is developed, discussions with the practices bariatric nutritionist, exercise specialist, and other members of the bariatric surgery team can help patients prepare for the surgery and gain a full understanding of what the expectations will be following the procedure.

After the procedure has been performed, Dr. Parrish says bariatric surgery patients will need to begin implementing a number of dietary and lifestyle changes that are crucial to success. Since certain types of weight loss surgery involve anatomical adjustments to the way food is digested, many individuals must take vitamin and nutritional supplements to ensure their bodies continue to be nourished with the proper daily allowance of vitamins and minerals. A daily nutrition regimen and exercise guideline will also be provided, and patients will need to attend follow-up appointments designed to check on their progress and ensure they are safely losing weight in accordance with the overall treatment plan. Furthermore, Dr. Parrish says, patients who are now in the after weight loss surgery stage can continue to avail themselves of dietary counseling services at the practice that can help them as they adjust their eating habits in ways that are not only healthy, but also enjoyable.

Dr. Parrish emphasizes that the decision to undergo bariatric surgery is a major step, one that can help many individuals as they embark upon a larger journey toward improved health and greater self-confidence. With a strong commitment to the steps necessary following surgery and the knowledge that the procedure itself is just the springboard to a new and healthier lifestyle, Dr. Parrish says it is significantly more likely that patients can safely achieve their weight loss goals and change their lives for the better.

About James Parrish, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Dr. James Parrish is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Parrish also holds the position of Executive Board Member of the Louisiana Chapter of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), and he is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. He is also a past president of the Louisiana Chapter of the ASMBS. The comprehensive bariatric surgery program for which Dr. Parrish oversees includes a variety of state-of-the-art options, such as vertical sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve surgery), gastric bypass, LAP-BAND Adjustable Gastric Banding, and the non-surgical ORBERA Intragastric Balloon procedure. As part of the program, individuals have access to a full range of support services, including seminars, nutritional and dietary counseling, and support groups that can help them along their weight loss journey with tools that can assist them with achieving safe, long-term weight loss. Dr. Parrish is available for interview upon request.

To learn more about Dr. Parrish and his practice, please visit alexandriabariatricsurgery.com or facebook.com/DrJamesParrish.

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Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS

Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists

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HCG Diet InformationWhat is Human Chorionic Gonadotropin or HCG?HCG stands for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin & is a very safe & mild hormone present in both males & females. This glycoprotein is composed of 244 amino acids.

Welcome to HCG Near Me, where access to a quality HCG Diet is always near you! If you do not live near the lovely Miami, FL area, no worries, we can ship your entire HCG Diet kit to you after a simple 10 to 15-minute telemedicine phone consultation. HCG Near Me is owned and operated by a licensed Health Care Clinic Establishment in Miami, Florida, and employs certified health professionals to ensure a quality medical weight loss program for all to benefit from.

The use of HCG for weight loss is not a new fly by night fad diet. This diet dates to the 1950s and has helped millions of people since then. It was created by a British endocrinologist named Albert Simeons. Dr. Simeons was studying pregnant women in third world countries and was absolutely fascinated at how these women, who were often malnourished, would give birth to regular sized babies. These women also had to work to survive and often walked everywhere burning plenty of calories.

Therefore, Dr. Simeons wanted to research how these women, who burned high calories and ate fewer calories, would still give birth to regular sized babies that Dr. Simeons assumed would be born malnourished. His research and observations led to the discovery of high levels of HCG in the bloodstream of pregnant women. Further research then led to the discovery of how the HCG helps the body to release adipose fatty acid into the bloodstream for immediate use and consumption. This means the fetus was being nourished by the mothers adipose body fat.

Dr. Simeons then tried using HCG injections with obese or overweight boys in India to see if the HCG injections together with a very low-calorie diet would help the boys lose adipose body fat. His studies concluded that while taking HCG injections and undergoing a low-calorie diet, specifically low in fats, his patients would lose high amounts of unwanted body fat and maintain lean muscle mass.

After many years of research and trial and error with many users of the HCG Diet, this magnificent diet has evolved. The internet is loaded with plenty of good information, but unfortunately, its also filled with plenty of bad and misleading information. The main things wed like to address briefly here is that this diet originally called for 500 calories per day. Our modern program advocates for higher calories that are consistent with a persons body mass index and body metabolic rate. We customize each persons daily caloric allowance!

Also, you may read online that the FDA does not approve or has made the HCG Diet illegal. This is not true; the FDA has made the sale of FAKE homeopathic HCG drops illegal. Yes, there are people out there selling fake drops of HCG and trying to claim its the real hormone. So, remember, the fake HCG drops are illegal, not the real prescription injections or oral tablets you can get through a licensed Health Care Clinic with certified physicians like the ones youll find at HCG Near Me.

HCG mobilizes the bad fat which we all know as adipose fatty tissue (abnormal fat). Basically, mobilizing bad fat is when the body releases fatty acid into the bloodstream as a mechanism to protect from starvation. There are 3 types of fat:

As mentioned earlier, pregnant females produce extremely high amounts of HCG, over 1 million IUs (International Units) to be exact. Note: this is way higher than the amount of HCG you receive for a 30-day weight loss program (6,000 IU). Everyone, male or female, will receive safe doses for their weight loss program. What the HCG actually does is mobilize the abnormal fat full of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to nourish the unborn fetus.

Dr. Simeons states, In pregnancy, it would be most undesirable if the fetus was offered ample food only when there is a high influx from the intestinal tract. Ideal nutritional conditions for the fetus can only be achieved when the mothers blood is continually saturated with food, regardless of whether she eats or not, as otherwise, a period of starvation might hamper the steady growth of the embryo.

So how does the HCG work for someone taking injections? Basically, a person taking HCG injections and undergoing a low-calorie diet will lose weight because the presence of HCG in their system will cause the body to mobilize adipose body fat and release fatty acid into the bloodstream. HCG does this in a pregnant female to protect the fetus. If you were to do the HCG Diet, since you are now eating a low-calorie diet, you become like the fetus that the HCG is protecting. The HCG ensures you do not starve while you are undergoing a low caloric daily intake. It is for this reason HCG also controls hunger for those taking the injections. Even though you are eating much less, the release of this adipose body tissue into the bloodstream helps keep you nourished and not feeling starved.

When you give yourself the HCG injections, you will also incorporate a specific very low-calorie diet (VLCD) with detailed phases and rules. The actual diet and allowed foods will really reshape your body and provide tremendous health benefits. Your body does need good fats such as reserve and structural to survive but can function without the abnormal adipose fat. Therefore, HCG shots or injections coupled with our 4 phase VLCD will trigger rapid weight loss that is primarily comprised of bad fat.

Absolutely! In fact, men perform better on the HCG Diet than women, sorry ladies. HCG injections have been used in men for years to help treat low testosterone. Physicians have prescribed HCG to men while taking testosterone therapy because HCG helps men to not shut down their own natural testosterone production. If a man took HCG injections alone without testosterone, they would likely increase their own testosterone naturally and gradually with the HCG injection alone. So aside from the benefits of weight loss, HCG injections in men would also help increase natural testosterone levels safely. HCG has also been used in treatments for men who are no longer fertile due to long term drug or steroid abuse. The HCG helps these men produce sperm again after long periods of being shut down.

Dr. Simeons stated years ago, When a male patient hears that he is about to be put into a condition which in some respects resembles pregnancy, he is usually shocked and horrified. The physician must therefore carefully explain that this does not mean that he will be feminized and that HCG in no way interferes with his sex. He must be made to understand that in the interest of the propagation of the species, nature provides for perfect functioning of the regulatory headquarters in the diencephalon during pregnancy and that we are merely using this natural safeguard as a means of correcting the diencephalic disorder which is responsible for his being overweight.

If you undergo a very low-calorie diet long term you will definitely lose weight. The problem is that you will undoubtedly lose high amounts of muscle mass in the process and this spells bad news for your metabolism. If just reducing calories were the simple solution, then why has it not worked in the past? If you landed on our website and are researching the HCG Diet, wed say youve tried other diets with poor or no success at all. The two most obvious reasons one should avoid just reducing calories to lose weight are:

These two simple and straightforward reasons are why so many people fail at weight loss attempts. A combination of HCG injections and the modern VLCD can mobilize and reduce your abnormal fat without hurting your metabolic rate.

The HCG Diet is the hottest medical weight loss program in existence today. If this is your first time learning about it, congratulations, your life is about to change. The original HCG Diet by Dr. Simeons dates back to the 1950s. The original rules called for 500 calories per day for everyone on the diet! This simply does not work for todays society. Everyone has a different engine and motor.

At HCG Near Me, we will customize your daily caloric need and you will be on a Very Low-Calorie Diet thats right for you. Another thing to keep in mind is the evolution of the human body, we are bigger, faster, and stronger than we were almost 70 years ago. We simply all need more calories! We also process foods much different today than foods were processed 70 years ago. Foods were way more organic back then. For these reasons, we have modernized and perfected the HCG Diet for todays patient.

For anyone researching the best way to lose weight with HCG injections, two fantastic sources of updated information as of 2020, are HCG Near Me and HCG Diet Miami. Both these licensed health care clinics are owned and operated by the same weight loss consulting group. They employ only licensed health professionals to bring you the very best weight loss information and medications necessary for a successful HCG Diet program.

Located in Miami, FL, these two clinics can serve both the local Miami population and anyone located in the United States. With the use of telemedicine, our clinics can ship your HCG kit with all supplies to you after a simple and legal 10 to 15-minute Telemed or Telehealth consultation. If you searched HCG Diet Near Me and landed on our page, you should be glad you did. HCG Near Me is Near You!

Many clinics in the United States offering the HCG Diet are completely overpriced. For this reason, we get many patients from all around the United States. The HCG Diet is our niche. We have very low costs compared to other spas or clinics that offer other treatments with expensive machinery and other high-cost items. These other spas or clinics must factor in these high expenses when deciding what to charge for their services.

Our clinic has the very best medications from some of the top compounding pharmacies in the country. We provide all of our patients with information on the pharmacies we use. If you are considering working with us, ask us about our FDA approved compounding pharmacies.

We encourage you to navigate our site further to learn about doing the HCG Diet, starting the program, and learning how to effectively keep the weight off after the diet. A detailed diet plan is provided with information about every phase of the program and our customer service is the best youll find around.

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Once you discover youre pregnant, you experience a rush of emotions. You probably have a myriad of questions at the start of your pregnancy. Affinity Health provides these tips on managing the first few months of pregnancy.

The best things in life come in threes, and trimesters make pregnancy an adventure. The changes that occur to you and your baby fall into three main categories:

A full-term pregnancy lasts approximately nine months. Nine months may sound like a long time to wait for your baby to arrive. But you can relax knowing that African bush elephants are pregnant for 22 months!

The first trimester starts on the first day of your last period. It lasts until the end of the 13th week from your last period.

Early signs of pregnancy are unique to each woman. Some women may show initial symptoms within a week or two of conception. Other women might not experience symptoms for the first few months.

Here are a few of the most common early signs of pregnancy:

No one knows the exact cause of morning sickness. The predominant indicator of pregnancy is the presence of the HCG hormone in the blood. HCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin. A high level of (HCG) or oestrogen may be to blame for the onset of morning sickness.

The following lifestyle factors can also trigger morning sickness:

Pregnant can try eating small, bland, high-protein snacks. Snacks can include crackers, cold meat, or cheese. Sipping water, clear fruit juice (apple juice), or ginger tea can calm morning sickness.

Another early indicator of pregnancy is sore breasts. Wearing a support bra or a larger bra size will relieve discomfort.

Your body is putting in more effort to keep up with the demands of a growing baby. Thus, youll get tired faster than usual.

Take naps or rest during the day when necessary. Iron deficiency can lead to a variety of health problems. Anaemia might make you feel even more exhausted if you eat too little.

Your bladder may feel the strain of your expanding uterus. As a result, you may frequent the restroom more than you expect.

Indigestion, often known as heartburn or acid reflux, is frequent during pregnancy.

Hormone fluctuations and the growing baby pressing against your tummy can cause indigestion. You can help ease indigestion and heartburn by making lifestyle and dietary adjustments.

If you gain weight during pregnancy, this is normal. Most women gain one to three kilograms in the first trimester. But the extra person youre carrying doesnt mean that youre eating for two.

During the first trimester, you need an extra 150 calories each day. Adding the following food to your diet will help you meet your calorie needs:

Throughout your first trimester, you may experience a range of emotions. Hormone fluctuations might make you cranky or irritated. Mood swings are prevalent during pregnancy.

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