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There could be a reason youre not losing weight that is nothing to do with how many workouts youre doing - or to be more specific, a billion reasons.

Your gut bacteria play an important part in helping you to lose weight, and not looking after them could affect your dress size.

So while youre trying to slim down your tummy with various meal plans and exercises, the tiny bacteria in your gut could actually be working against you.

Emily Rollason, nutritionist at Holland & Barrett explained: Your healthy bacteria help you digest food, provide essential nutrients, enzymes and hormones and importantly, manage your metabolism. But they can only do all this if your microbiome is in balance.

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In fact, having a healthy microbiome could help you to cut back on the number of calories youre consuming, as some bacteria influence how you digest certain foods, producing chemicals that help you feel satiated.

But if its your stomach thats the issue, its important to know the difference between belly fat and bloating - which is another symptom of imbalances in your gut.

Gut health expert Jo Travers explained: Bloating is caused by a build-up of gas in the gut, produced as a by-product of bacterial digestion.

Its actually not necessarily a sign that something is wrong, but it can be uncomfortable and it can be a suggestion that your microbiome is slightly out of kilter.

So how do you look after your gut health, and in turn boost your chances of hitting your goal weight?

Jo explained that eating certain foods as part of your diet can help: Youve probably heard about prebiotics (dietary fibre that feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut). But as well as prebiotics, we can also take probiotics either as a ready-made preparation, or from fermented foods.

Fermentation produces lactic acid bacteria in foods like yogurt and kefir, which populates the gut when eaten and may have a positive effect on metabolism.

However, fermented foods are an acquired taste - so you may want to look at supplements instead, Emily advised.

If youre finding it difficult to stock up on your recommended fibre intake and cant stomach the thought of fermented foods in the morning, stock up on a good quality probiotic, the nutritionist recommended. Holland & Barretts Gut Powered Ultimate has over 50 million live friendly bacteria, and added calcium to aid digestive systems.

Adding fibre to your diet will also affect the way you eat - and perhaps how much you put on your plate. Fibre brings feelings of satiety (fullness) by adding bulk in your stomach, revealed Emily.

Your gut then communicates to your brain that its getting full and your hunger subsides. Additionally, when we digest fibre, a molecule called acetate is released, which signals to the brain that we are becoming full.

But surprisingly, its not just what you eat that can affect the sensitive balance of your gut.

Exercise can affect the types of bacteria that thrive in your intestine, admitted Jo.

Especially if you can combine it with getting into a different environment running in the woods versus running on a treadmill for example.

It can also prevent constipation by keeping the muscles in the gut moving food through.

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For years, the idea of rapid weight loss has been deemed dangerous and unhealthy. However, recent studies have shown that rapid weight loss, when done in a healthy and controlled way, might actually be the most effective approach when it comes to achieving substantial and sustained weight loss.

To explain the theory and research further, POPSUGAR Australia spoke to diabetes expert, clinical dietitian, exercise physiologist and CEO and Founder of Be Fit Food, Kate Save, who unpacks this new research and answers all our questions rapid weight loss.

POPSUGAR Australia: What is rapid weight loss?

Kate: Rapid weight loss looks different for every individual as results can vary depending on age, gender, starting weight and lifestyle factors, such as activity levels. The range for rapid weight loss is generally between 3-7kg in the first two weeks, 7-10kg in the first four weeks and 10-15kg in the first eight weeks.

PS: For years, the idea of rapid-weight loss has been misunderstood and deemed dangerous and unhealthy. Can you please unpack this new research, and explain why rapid weight loss may be a more achievable and maintainable form of losing weight?

Kate: When undertaken in a nutritionally sound way, rapid weight loss is not dangerous or unhealthy. On the contrary, a very-low-calorie ketogenic diet that brings rapid weight loss has lots of other health benefits it triggers a range of favourable metabolic changes including a reduction in blood sugar levels, blood pressure, fatty liver and blood lipid levels (blood fats known as triglycerides). It also reduces our insulin levels in the blood which trigger fat storage and can lead to improved insulin sensitivity over time hence improved fat-burning capacity.

While historically research has indicated gradual or slow continuous weight loss to be the best form of weight loss for long-term success, current research into rates of weight loss is indicating that rapid weight loss is actually the most effective approach and an individual is more likely to achieve substantial and sustained weight loss if the initial weight loss is rapid.

To unpack this a little, individuals who lose rapid weight over four weeks are more likely to achieve and maintain greater weight loss reductions at six months and 18 months in comparison to those who experience gradual weight loss. We have seen this in our Be Fit Food 28 Day Challenge participants time and time again.

Studies have also shown that the amount of weight loss experienced in the initial weight loss phase is significantly associated with the percentage of weight loss maintained. Rapid weight loss results in a higher percentage of weight loss maintained at 12 months, two years and three years.

PS: Is it true that you're more likely to put the weight back on after rapidly losing it?

Kate: A common misconception is that rapid weight loss causes weight to regain plus more. New evidence demonstrates there is no difference between slow and rapid initial weight loss regarding weight regain. Individuals that experienced greater initial weight loss did not experience a greater weight regain than those who lost weight at a slower initial rate.

Rapid weight loss has also been shown to be significantly more likely to achieve a successful and beneficial weight loss maintenance of 10 percent bodyweight reduction at 18 months compared to slow weight loss. Studies have concluded that the greater the initial weight loss in obese patients, the larger the total weight loss at long-term follow up.

PS: What are the different effects of rapid weight-loss and slow-continuous weight-loss on the body?

Kate: A loss of as little as 5 percent of your total body weight, i.e. 3.5kg for a 70kg female, will significantly reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke, plus it may also lower your risk of getting two of the most common kinds of cancer (breast and bowel). This is because rapid weight loss lowers inflammatory chemicals and hormones in the body which are linked to being overweight or obese, which in turn are attributed to boosting cancer rates in developed countries.

There are also many studies now showing that rapid weight loss is more effective for Diabetes management and even putting Type 2 Diabetes into remission than traditional low-fat diets. Be Fit Food's study found that just one week on a rapid diet resulted in lower blood glucose levels than the daily average. But the real magic of very-low-calorie dieting though is in the way your body and mind feels even after just one week you start sleeping better, your energy levels are better and your self-esteem is boosted as your clothes start to feel looser. The natural ketones produced with mild nutritional ketosis even assist with suppressing your appetite at a brain level so that the diet starts to feel much easier.

PS: What are the risks associated with losing weight so quickly?

Kate: There are no evident risks associated with rapid weight loss outside of specific medical concerns and medication implications. In fact, a 5-10 percent decrease in body weight can bring about health benefits including blood glucose control, lowered cholesterol, improved mobility and sleep quality. It may also reduce the need for certain medications.

If there is a history of complex health conditions though, it is important to seek a health professional's advice before embarking on any weight loss program.

PS: Are there any red flags we should look out for?

Kate: Some individuals should avoid a very low-calorie diet, or at least consult a health professional before undertaking this kind of weight loss program, including:

PS: Do you have any tips for monitoring rapid weight-loss to ensure we are remaining healthy and safe?

Kate: It's a good idea to track weight loss results and weight loss averages to ensure effectiveness of a rapid weight loss program. Average weight loss should be between 1.5kg and 2.5 kg a week so if it was exceeding this you should see the advice of a health professional. You can also record measurements and photographs of your weight loss, to monitor and maintain its effects. People with diabetes or metabolic syndrome should, of course, monitor their blood glucose levels throughout a very low-calorie diet. If you have any of the health conditions listed above, you should also maintain frequent follow up with your GP. It's recommended that a very low-calorie diet is only undertaken for between two and eight weeks you should consult a health professional or dietician before extending the diet beyond eight weeks.

You can also ensure you stay and feel healthy while dieting for rapid weight loss by managing the symptoms of ketosis appropriately, e.g. headache, lethargy, brain fog in the first three or four days. You should also maximise your water intake and rest time and avoid high-intensity training or exercise.

PS: Does rapid-weight-loss work for everyone?

Kate: Most individuals can participate in rapid weight loss. For those individuals with underlying health conditions or who are identified in the list above, it is best to consult a health care professional first. People with a high BMI along with metabolic issues, such as diabetes, or pre-diabetes, fatty liver and high cholesterol are ideal candidates for a rapid weight loss diet as they have significantly improved health outcomes when they lose 5-10 percent body weight.

PS: If people are looking for ways to lose weight this way, what simple, at-home steps can they take to start their journey?

Kate: The key to successful long term weight loss is dieting the right way, using only whole foods rather than synthetic meal replacements, plus enjoying what you are eating so you are more likely to maintain this new way of eating. Be Fit Food's Be Rapid program consists of meals that each include four-12 vegetables, is nutritionally complete and is designed to help you lose 5kgs in two weeks.

An ideal rapid weight loss diet consists of loads of plant-based foods including low carb vegetables, salads and fruits plus moderate amounts of proteins from meat, chicken, fish and tofu and healthy fats from nuts, seeds and various oils. This low-carb, Mediterranean style of eating helps you feel satisfied while preventing muscle mass losses, plus it stops your metabolic rate from crashing as you successfully achieve your weight loss goals.

PS: Can you recommend specific programs?

Kate: Be Fit Food's Be Rapid Program is a very low-calorie diet consisting of 3 meals and 1 snack per day. The Be Rapid Program provides approximately 820-920 calories and around 40-50g of carbohydrates per day, depending on what meals you choose. Weight loss on the Be Rapid Program occurs through two metabolic processes:

1. Mild Nutritional Ketosis

Mild nutritional ketosis is a state in which our body switches from using sugar (from carbohydrates) as its primary energy source to using our stored body fat. This process creates ketones. Mild nutritional ketosis is a state in which the ketone levels in our body are only slightly elevated (0.3-1.5mmol/l). Typical high fat ketogenic diets induce high levels of ketones, but evidence demonstrates that the weight loss results are the same regardless of whether the ketosis is mild or extreme. Mild nutritional ketosis is also associated with milder side effects.

How do we Induce this state?

Decreasing calories and carbohydrates induces mild nutritional ketosis. This results in a calorie deficit and promotes effective fat loss. The average weight loss of between 1kg and 2.5kg a week can be achieved when replacing all three meals each day with low carb, low-calorie meals from the Be Rapid Program. Our studies show that our customers have lost an average of 5kg in the first two weeks of following this program.*

2. Calorie Deficit

Calories are a measurement of the amount of energy a food provides. Adults typically consume around 2,000-2,500 calories per day on a standard Australian diet. When undertaking the Be Rapid Program we reduce your daily calorie intake to the level of a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) which is approximately 850-950 calories. This forces your body to use its body fat stores for energy. When you eat fewer calories than what your body requires to meet total energy expenditure, then you lose weight.

PS: Who should be consulted before embarking on a rapid weight-loss program?

Kate: Before starting any diet, it is always a good idea to see a dietitian, GP or other health care professional to ensure the diet is suited to you.

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Weight loss is often considered a tough task even though it's not that difficult. A smart approach is required to lose weight where one needs to make the right choicewith respect to foods. Balsamic vinegar, which has a distinctive flavour that is often described as bold, tart and complex, has numerous health benefits. In this week's weight loss tip,we take a look at theproperties of balsamic vinegar that can help shed some kilos.Apple Cider Vinegar Health Benefits: From Healthy Skin to Lowering Blood Sugar Levels, Here Are Five Reasons to Have This Fermented Drink.

Balsamic vinegar is a deep brown vinegar that is prepared from unfermented grape juice.This ingredient has become famous over time and is mostly used in salad dressings and marinades. Balsamic vinegarcontains antimicrobial compounds, acetic acid and antioxidants that can aid in treating various ailments. It also consists of micronutrients like potassium and manganese which can help in the smooth functioning of the body.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Cocoa Powder to Lose Weight.

Balsamic Vinegar For Weight Loss

The presence of an important compound like acetic acid in balsamic vinegar makes it an ideal ingredient to be included in your meals for weight loss. Acetic acid contains strains of probiotic bacteria which can promote gut health and ensure smooth digestion. Acetic acid also helps in belly fat loss and the probiotic compounds present in itcreate the feeling of fullness, which helps prevent overeating. Also, balsamic vinegar is fat-free and is known for its anti-obesity characteristic.

Apart from weight loss, other reasons to include balsamic vinegar in your meals is that it can help avoid immediate spike of blood sugar. As per a study published in the National Institute of Health, balsamic vinegar is anti-glycemic in nature. It must be noted thatnot more than two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar should be taken in a day as excessive quantity can make the throat inflamed.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 11, 2020 11:02 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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By: Lifestyle Desk | New Delhi | Published: July 9, 2020 3:50:54 pm Lemongrass can act as a natural diuretic. And by flushing out toxins from the body, it can help with weight loss. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Everybody wants to stay healthy and boost their immunity. As such, they are always on the lookout for cleaner diets and naturally-available immunity boosters. This pandemic, more than anything else, has stressed on the importance of having a good immune system. If you have not paid much attention to your diet, now is the time when you can make a few changes. Here is one interesting food item that you can incorporate in your diet and stay in the pink of health: lemongrass.

What is it?

Lemongrass is essentially a plant, whose leaves and the oil are used to make medicine. It is used as a common ingredient in Thai food, mostly. It can be used to make soups, in vegetable stews, and also in non-vegetarian preparations. Lemongrass is also used as flavouring, and is often used in herbal teas.

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How beneficial is it?

* It believed to make the digestion better. You can take it in your tea, as mentioned earlier, and it can relieve stomach cramps caused because of an upset stomach.

* Lemongrass has some antioxidant properties, as per a study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry. These antioxidants can help fight free radicals in the body.

* And if you are looking to lose weight in an effective and healthy manner, you must consider the lemongrass. It is believed to stimulate the bodys metabolic rate, and can act as a natural diuretic. By flushing out toxins from the body in the form of urine, it can help with a healthy amount of weight loss.

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* Lemongrass has some antimicrobial properties, which can protect you from and treat oral infections. In fact, some studies conducted in the past have even shown that it can fight the bacteria that causes the decaying of teeth. This is in addition to the basic oral hygiene that you must keep anyway, like brushing twice a day and flossing.

As with everything, too much consumption can prove to be counter-productive. Also, it is advisable that you check with your dietician first, before making any additions to your diet. Most importantly, eat healthy and stay safe.

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We have been usingapple cider vinegar as a home remedy for hundreds of years. More recently it has become fashionable to drink it diluted in water, to use it in salad dressings, and even for washing hair. But are any of these methods of consuming apple cider vinegar good for us and are any of them even backed up by science? We take a look at the evidence, and reveal at the best ways to consume and apply apple cider vinegar.

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We wouldn't advise it is drunk undiluted or in great quantities every day for various reasons. One is that drinking too much apple cider vinegar can be bad for your teeth in particular vinegar is known to be hard on tooth enamel. But there are other contraindications keep reading to find out more.

There is no exact recommended dosage, but anywhere between one to two teaspoons and one to two tablespoons a day is considered safe, but avoid drinking it neat or swilling around your mouth undiluted.

One of the best ways to add apple cider vinegar to your diet is by mixing it into your salad dressing, but you can also dilute in a large glass of water (we recommend using a straw if you're planning on drinking it straight from the glass to limit contact with your teeth).

It's always best to start with the smallest dosage to help your body get used to it. For maximum efficacy, always choose apple cider vinegar that's organic and unfiltered.

Apple cider vinegaris typically drunk just before or after a meal although we prefer to incorporate it into our cooking (more on that below).

There are some medical studies that prove apple cider vinegar aids weight loss. A Japanese study from 2009 found that both BMI and waist circumference were reduced in people who took apple cider vinegar daily.

It's important to note, however, that these studies do not claim that apple cider vinegar does dramatically reduce your weight on its own. What seems to be the case is that supplementing an otherwise effective weight loss strategy with apple cider vinegar will improve results, but it won't have an effect without adjusting your nutrition and exercise levels at the same time.

And, of course, it may be that people who start drinking it, may also be looking at other ways to live more healthily.

This is another health benefit of apple cider vinegar supported by solid scientific research. A study published in Diabetes Care in 2004 showed that taking apple cider vinegar after a high-carbohydrate meal improved insulin sensitivity with people with insulin resistance. As such, apple cider vinegar may be beneficial for people with diabetes but as always, you should continue to monitor your health carefully and make changes as necessary. And, if in doubt always speak to your doctor.

See more on the downsides, below.

There is some evidence that apple cider vinegar improves heart health by lowering cholesterol, but the studies were performed on rats, which doesn't prove the same link in humans. It is unlikely to do any harm, though.

No this is the one health claim that hasn't been supported by any scientific research, and all the evidence is purely anecdotal. It may be that applying apple cider vinegar topically to the skin may help some types of acne because it's astringent and antibacterial, but there are many other skincare ingredients that have a proven efficacy against acne (e.g. salicylic acid) that you could try first.

Bear in mind, though, that vinegar is an acid, so you may find that your skin becomes irritated and red if you use apple cider vinegar on it. Cautious patch testing is all important.

There is some evidence that apple cider vinegar does help to balance the PH of your scalp, while many commercially made shampoos have been found to be too alkaline, which can lead to either a dry scalp that flakes and itches, or an oily scalp that's over-compensating for being stripped of its natural oils.

Apple cider vinegar is highly acidic, which is actually good for the acid mantle of your scalp. Simply pour a solution of two to five tablespoons of the vinegar in water over your scalp after washing, let sit for a few minutes, then rinse. Try using a milder shampoo to maximise results.

There is some evidence that ACV is anti-bacterial, so if your dandruff is caused by bacteria, then it might help. If the reason for your dandruff is different a nutritional imbalance, for instance it's likely you'll need to seek alternative treatments. Trial and error is useful here, and ACV certainly won't do any harm, so long as you used it diluted.

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Yes apple cider vinegar is effective against nail fungal infections, because it has been shown to have mild antibacterial and antiseptic properties. The key to its effectiveness in combating a fungal infection is applying is diligently twice daily until the problem goes away.

Our best bet for fungal infections, though, is tea tree oil: much stronger, so will work quicker.

If you're intrigued by the potential health benefits of apple cider vinegar but aren't sure that drinking it is for you, the best way to use it is actually by incorporating it into your cooking.

Salad dressing aside, apple cider vinegar is an excellent (and somewhat underrated) base for pickling vegetables, and a very effective marinating agent for meat, imparting a pleasant sweet and sour flavour and softening the texture. Remember, though, that you always need to dilute the vinegar with water.

The truth is that it can be if consumed too often or in excessive doses.

Apple cider vinegar is highly acidic, so drinking a lot of it, especially undiluted, can cause damage your tooth enamel, be harsh on your throat, and give you an upset stomach.

And while the studies mentioned above are promising, there's little solid proof as yet to suggest it can help you lose weight. It's also been suggested that drinking too much can cause the body's potassium levels to drop too low and that it can make blood sugar levels harder to control a must-know for diabetics. Finally, there are suggestions that it may affect how the body processes some medications.

Our advice? If you're well, small, diluted doses, either consumed in drinks or in cooking shouldn't hurt you. However, if you have health issues already, use it, as with anything, with caution and monitor results carefully.

Many people who are part of the online health and wellness community claim that to enjoy maximum efficacy, only apple cider vinegar with 'the mother' the cloudy substance that is the by-product of vinegar production should be used. The claim is that there are more of the beneficial nutrients in 'the mother' however, there are no studies that have proved this. Instead, what has been shown to make a real difference is whether your apple cider vinegar was organically produced or not.

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Japanese water therapy is the practice of drinking several glasses of room-temperature water first thing in the morning.

It also encourages strict eating windows of 15 minutes, with long breaks between meals and snacks.

While some people report that this habit has improved certain aspects of their health, many wonder whether its an effective tool for weight loss.

This article explains whether Japanese water therapy works for weight loss.

Few scientific studies have been conducted on Japanese water therapy specifically, and the weight loss evidence for similar patterns of water consumption is mixed.

That said, the hydration component of water therapy may aid weight loss.

Keep in mind that many other factors are at play, such as your overall diet quality and exercise levels.

Drinking more water may have a filling effect, as water takes up space in your stomach. In turn, it may prevent cravings and overeating that may otherwise contribute to unwanted weight gain (1).

One study found that adults with excess weight or obesity who drank 2.1 cups (500 mL) of water 30 minutes before a meal ate 13% less food than adults who didnt drink fluids before eating (2).

Another study in moderate-weight men produced similar results (3).

Whats more, one review found that drinking water significantly increases resting energy expenditure (REE) in adults. REE refers to the base number of calories your body burns while at rest (4).

Additionally, research shows that replacing sugar-sweetened beverages with water can reduce calorie intake that may otherwise promote weight gain (5, 6).

Lastly, its 15-minute eating windows and breaks between meals and snacks may further reduce calorie intake.

Yet, some studies have observed that hydration has no weight loss effects (7).

Some studies suggest that water therapys 15-minute eating windows may impair long-term weight loss because your gut doesnt have time to signal your brain that its full. As a result, you may eat too much, too quickly (8).

One study found that children who ate rapidly were three times likelier to develop excess weight than those who didnt (9).

Conversely, eating slowly is associated with a lower risk of excess weight (10).

Research further reveals that calorie restriction may result in initial weight loss but tends to increase levels of the hunger hormone ghrelin. This may be one reason why only 20% of people who lose weight keep it off long term (11, 12).

While adequate hydration may boost fullness and prevent overeating, research is lacking about the specific effects of Japanese water therapy on weight loss.

While water therapy originated in Japan, it has become popular around the world largely thanks to word of mouth.

There are two main components to how Japanese water therapy works.

First, proponents of water therapy drink four to five 6-ounce (180-mL) glasses of room-temperature water on an empty stomach every morning, 45 minutes before any food or drink. (At the beginning, consider starting with only 12 glasses and gradually increasing the amount.)

Then, you drink water throughout the day as you normally would, paying attention to your thirst cues.

Additionally, most advocates recommend only eating meals for 15 minutes at a time, with a break of at least 2 hours before you eat or drink anything else.

Although no restrictions limit what or how much you eat on water therapy, sustainable weight loss requires healthy eating choices not just hydration.

While you arent meant to follow water therapy for a set period, some people report benefits within a few weeks to months and continue to practice it as long as they experience results.

Supporters assert that water therapy helps clear your digestive system, improves gut health, prevents constipation, and lowers your risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes, cancer, and high blood pressure. However, no scientific evidence supports such claims.

Still, drinking enough water keeps you hydrated, which may promote optimal brain function, energy levels, and blood pressure, as well as prevent headaches, constipation, and kidney stones (13, 14, 15, 16).

Keep in mind that basic water needs vary by individual. While 8 cups (1.9 liters) per day is a common recommendation, scientific evidence behind this amount is lacking (17).

Still, water therapy may account for approximately half of your daily water needs if you follow these recommendations.

Japanese water therapy involves drinking room-temperature water in the morning and following a restricted eating timetable. No research backs its health claims, but proper hydration is beneficial.

While adequate hydration is beneficial for overall health, its possible to drink too much water.

Overhydration, also called water intoxication, occurs when you drink a large amount of water in a short period.

This can severely lower the sodium concentration in your bloodstream and lead to a dangerous condition called hyponatremia. In turn, this may cause nausea, vomiting, seizures, coma, and even death if untreated (18, 19).

While hyponatremia is rare among healthy people with normally functioning kidneys, its best to avoid drinking more than the maximum amount of water that healthy kidneys can filter about 4 cups (945 mL) per hour (20).

Although drinking the recommended 45 glasses of water in the morning is likely safe for most adults, it may be too much water for some people to comfortably and safely consume. Listen to your body and stop drinking water if you begin to feel uncomfortable.

If you drink more water than Japanese water therapy recommends over a short period, you run the risk of overhydration.

Japanese water therapy has been touted for its weight loss benefits, but theres inadequate scientific evidence to support this effect.

Still, adequate hydration may lead to positive effects on weight loss by helping you feel full and preventing overeating.

However, hydration is only one part of the weight loss puzzle, and Japanese water therapy may overly restrictive calorie intake which could lead to rapid food intake and weight gain.

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Much like fashion trends, new fad diets rise and fall in popularity on a regular basis. Fad diets are temporary diets that promise rapid weight loss. Some common fad diets you may have heard about include intermittent fasting, the Atkins diet, ketogenic diet, Mediterranean diet, lemon detox diet, Beyoncs water (cayenne pepper and maple syrup) and weight loss pills (i.e. Hydroxycut). Fad diets come out frequently, and they are often promoted as the best and fastest approach to losing weight. However, once someone stops following the diet, the weight is usually quickly regained. The rapid weight gain from the unattainable fad diets can lead to negative psychological impacts, according to Readers Digest.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, many fad diets eliminate whole food groups that contain the necessary nutrients our body needs, leading to starvation. In addition, the majority of the weight you drop when you lose weight too quickly tends to be water weight, which can lead to dehydration. According to Readers Digest, other negative factors of losing weight too quickly on a fad diet include getting tired quickly and developing serious digestive problems, headaches and nausea.

There will always be a new and improved fad diet with a temporary fix. However, they are not sustainable. The best way to lose weight, according to the Mayo Clinic, is to have a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit means you are burning off more calories than you are consuming. Most dieticians and nutritionists recommend losing no more than two pounds per week. One pound of fat is equal to 3,500 calories. To calculate a weight loss averaging two pounds per week, take your 7,000 calories (two pounds per week), divide it by seven (days in a week), and come up with a deficit 1,000 calories a day. If you would want to lose one pound per week, youd want to reduce your calorie intake by 500 calories a day. It is important to consult with your healthcare provider before changing your calorie intake and starting an exercise plan. Your healthcare provider can give you an accurate plan that is based on personal factors such as activity level, body mass index (BMI), your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and your medical history.

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A FIRST time mum who put on seven stone was shocked into slimming back into her size eight jeans - after seeing photos of herself at her son's christening.

Emma Forrester, 23, from Stafford, went from a size eight to a size 18 during her surprise pregnancy when she was just 20-years-old.

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NHS worker Emma, who gave birth to baby Finn in September 2017, had only been with her now fianc, Dominic Garner, 25, for three months when she fell pregnant.

Whilst Emma was pregnant, she would snack and binge on food during the day and managed to put on seven stone - which she struggled to shift for a year after Finn was born.

But when Emma was too ashamed to share photos of Finn's Christening with her family because of the way she looked, she was spurred into action.

Emma, who weighed 15 stone 9oz at her heaviest, is now back in size eight clothing and weighs just nine stone and is hoping to train to become a PT to help other first time mum's out there to shift their baby weight.

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Now, Emma is back in size eight clothing and is hoping to train to become a PT to help other first time mum's out there to shift their baby weight.

She said: "I used being pregnant as an excuse to eat and I constantly felt hungry - I would snack so much.

"With having a newborn, I was stuck in a rut and found myself sitting on the sofa all day snacking and bingeing on food.

"When I saw the pictures of me at my son's christening, I couldn't look at the photos or share them because I hated the way I looked and since then, I told myself that I wouldn't get back to that weight.

"I plucked up the courage to join a gym and when I first went, it was extremely daunting - I felt like people were looking at me so I would wear big hoodies to cover myself up.

"I didn't feel that big at the time but now I look back and think, woah I've come a long way.

"My mental health has improved so much and I feel so much healthier but I do have anxiety about being pregnant again in the future - I don't want to put it all back on".

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Emma, who had been working as a community house support worker, gave birth to her surprise baby Finn in September 2017 and had to completely change her lifestyle.

"Being a first-time mum, I was only 20 and my whole lifestyle changed.

"I was at home more - I used to be out all the time with my friends and going places.

"It did have a bad effect on me, I went through a bad stage with my mental health because I was doing the same thing every day and just waiting for my partner to come home".

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Despite Emma putting on seven stone during her pregnancy, it was Finn's christening that was the final straw for her to begin her weight loss journey.

"I started doing couch to 5K which really helped because I hadn't exercised for such a long time and it really eased me in.

"I haven't done any crash diets, I eat what I want but I just make sure I'm in a calories deficit which I track by using apps and fitness bands.

"My fiance really pushed me and encouraged us to start doing family exercises such as going for a bike ride or going for a long walk".

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Now, Emma is a healthy size eight and much happier with the way she looks and is hoping to help other first time mums who may be going through a similar thing.

"Dont be hard on yourself, it takes time. I have so many people ask how I did it but its taken me time.

"You have to be patient; a lot of people expect to lose so much weight so quickly.

"I still have down days now where Im bloated and I feel sluggish. For women, our hormones changed throughout the month.

"Stick at it and dont give up, if you have a bad day thats fine just treat the next day as a fresh start".

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We shared a diet experts five golden rules to boost weight loss in 2020.

And a mum sheds nine stone after lying about being pregnant because she was obese.

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Weight Loss: Fasting is considered as one of the best ways to shed extra fat. Read on to know more.

Fasting means you have to stay clear from foods and drinks for a certain period of time. Several studies have proved that there are many health benefits of fasting such as better blood sugar control, low levels of inflammation, improved blood pressure , triglycerides and cholesterol levels. It also helps to prevent neurodegenerative disorders and increases growth hormone secretion. There may be a surge in popularity now, but it is a very old practice and plays a big role in many cultures and religions.

There different ways and types of fasting such as water fasting, juice fasting, partial fasting, calorie based, however, of late the most popular one is the intermittent fasting and it is touted as one of the best ways to lose weight. We asked Nutritionist and Lifestyle Educator Karishma Chawla to share more information about fasting. She also revealed how intermittent is one of the most preferred ones and several lesser-known things as well.

How effective is fasting for overall health and weight loss:

Karishma said, "The most popular form of fasting: Intermittent fasting is a fasting period from 12 -16 hours wherein only water is allowed. No tea, coffee or fruits as well. It could basically start once you finish dinner say at 9 pm at night counting up to the next 12 -16 hours. There are different kinds of intermittent fasting, where you play with hours, days and number of meals as well."

"Well, the concept behind intermittent fasting is it helps the with insulin efficacy which in turn helps with fat loss that works pretty well. One can also look at as a healing mechanism where not eating too frequently helps the blood flow to reach out places in the body where healing is required. Having said that I would still like to emphasize the concept of bio-individuality, where this kind of plan may work for one and not the other." She added, "The preferred fasting type is Intermittent fasting, provided it is executed smartly and based on the concept of bio-individuality."

Lesser know and important things to know about fasting:

She stated, "Detox practices such as juicing, fasting and detoxifying the body are elements of various ancient cultures and often rooted in spiritual times. During stress, the liver priorities its job to convert sugar into fuel to power the flight or fight response, so it doesnt have time to deal with toxins which may get pushed back into the bloodstream."

"Fasting or juice fast gives a body a good break from digestion, but prolonged fasting may actually hinder the detox process of the body. Also, extreme detox diets can increase the toxin release due to the rapid release of the fat burn which may be difficult for the body to handle. Such diets may also include cortisol, inflammation and psychological distress. Hence, it is imperative to eat a balanced diet, eat clean to enhance gut health (this itself helps the body detoxify) and then get on fasting versions to ensure the right kind of fat loss."

Fasting tips especially the beginners by Karishma:

Keep a vision board to keep yourself motivated( fasting can be overwhelming)

Break the fast with some lean protein and ensure at least 3 servings a day. Helps to manage cravings.

Go gradual on the fasting versions.

Be on a balanced meal pattern, rather than eating anything and everything.

Be mindful about not to overdo the carbs.

Take all the vitamins and supplements required.

Bottom line

Yes, there are several health benefits associated with fasting, however, it may not be right for everyone. Especially if you suffer from diabetes or low blood sugar, have a serious medical condition or have blood pressure issues. Even women who are pregnant and breastfeeding should avoid the same. It is mostly a no-no for people with eating disorders, underweight and older adults.

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