Alternatives on How to lose Weight

Started by judE_Law, September 25, 2010, 03:29:16 PM

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am sure marami sa inyo nagsawa na sa mga tips na kumain ng healthy foods.. fruits.. diet, tas exercise..

siguro let's post yung iba pang paraan na mababasa natin mula sa mga articles, etc.

gaya ng article na ito...


5 Spices That Can Help You Lose Weight

Although we're inclined to scour the Web in search of the best diets and meal plans, the truth is, some of the tools to weight-loss success are already on your spice rack! Here are five ingredients that not only add flavor to your favorite dishes but can help in your battle against the bulge.

1. Cinnamon

A 2003 study published in Diabetes Care showed that as little as one teaspoon of cinnamon per day can boost the body's weight-loss ability by reducing blood sugar and promoting healthier processing of carbohydrates. It also lowers LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) by seven to 27% and total cholesterol by 12 to 26%. Plus, cinnamon has been shown to prevent the metabolic syndrome commonly seen in pre-diabetics. But before you go on piling the spice by spoonful, note that cinnamon contains a chemical called coumarin, which can lead to liver damage if consumed in very large amounts.

2. Cayenne

The main ingredient in spicy cayenne—capsaicin, which is also found in other hot peppers—has long been studied for its fat-burning abilities and thermogenic properties (the stimulating of the central nervous system to produce heat in the body, leading to an increase in calorie burning). In fact, Nicholas Perricone, M.D., cites several of these studies in his wildly popular The Perricone Weight-Loss Diet and concludes that capsaicin acts as an appetite suppressant. Many think that cayenne pepper promotes weight loss because it's simply difficult to overindulge in spicy food. However, later studies performed by the Journal of Obesity also found that the spice increases fat oxidation, "ramps up energy expenditure, and stimulates activity by the sympathetic nervous system"—all which help the body to shed excess weight. Not a fan of fiery cuisine? Not to worry! Research has found that cayenne's ability to reduce appetite is equally effective whether ingested as food or in capsule form.


3. Black Pepper

Among the dozens of health benefits of this common household ingredient is its ability to improve digestion and promote the absorption of nutrients in tissues all over the body. Plus, its main component—piperine (which gives pepper its pungent taste)—boosts fat metabolism by as much as 8% for several hours after ingesting it. If you want your pepper to pack the most punch, use freshly ground pepper, which has the most concentrated amounts of piperine.

4. Mustard Seed

Like the other hot ingredients on this list, spicy mustard helps boost metabolism and allows you to burn fat more quickly, thanks in part to its thermogenic properties. Scientists at England's Oxford Polytechnic Institute recently found that eating just one teaspoon of hot mustard can "boost metabolism 20 to 25% for several hours after eating, resulting in an additional burn of about 45 calories if a 700-calorie meal is consumed."

5. Ginger

Long used for its medicinal properties, ginger is also an effective diuretic (a substance that increases the elimination of urine). It improves gastric mobility (i.e. it pushes food and waste through the digestive system) and hinders the absorption of cholesterol. Although according to the Mayo Clinic, more study is needed, preliminary evidence suggests that this versatile spice helps to increase metabolism.




ito yung nasa yahoo ph? interesting nga.


thanks for this info makakatulong ito sa akin  ;D

kaya ba sobrang payat ko dahil mahilig ako sa spices?

try niyo din guys ang long distance running.


Quote from: pinoybrusko on September 27, 2010, 04:05:45 PM
thanks for this info makakatulong ito sa akin  ;D

good.. add more spices to your life.. hehe.. saka nasa middle east ka naman diba Brusk? alam ko medyo mahilig din sa mga spices mga tao diyan.

Quote from: noyskie on September 29, 2010, 11:47:41 AM
kaya ba sobrang payat ko dahil mahilig ako sa spices?

try niyo din guys ang long distance running.

this has been my goal. but i stopped. trying to get back for the KOTR.

another alternative to losing weight is drinking tea. finish every meal with a cup of tea.

#7
BREAKFAST

Don't skip breakfast. A good breakfast is the most crucial part of any healthy weight-loss effort, as it revs up your energy level and metabolism for the full day.



Scrambled whites with greens
Description: This low-fat, scrambled-egg alternative provides 54 grams of high-quality dietary protein in just 255 calories. First, spray your frying pan with fat-free Pam. Then pour the equivalent of four servings of Eggology egg whites (or Second Nature or Egg Beaters egg whites) in a bowl and blend with 1/2 cup spinach and 1/2 cup mushrooms. Heat the pan until the Pam starts to bubble, pour in the eggs, and fry until the eggs are nearly dry.
You'll Save: 40 calories, 100 milligrams of cholesterol, and 13 grams of fat compared with two normal scrambled eggs.

LUNCH

Lunch is the second-most-important meal of the day in your weight-loss plan. It boosts your energy level and regulates your metabolism to keep you on an even keel.

Tossed salad with croutons instead of salad dressing.
Description: You know that green salads make an important contribution to your day's eating, but you've probably never thought of them as an expression of art and adventure. Here's your chance. Instead of drenching your salads in high-fat dressings, decorate them with croutons, beans, or fruit.
You'll Save: 100 calories and 28 grams of fat when you add 1 ounce of croutons and 1/2 cup of beans, peas, and raisins to your salad in place of 1 ounce of an oil-based dressing. You'll also increase your intake of iron, folic acid, Vitamin C, and fiber.

DINNER

A satisfying dinner will help you avoid a late-night pigout. The best dinners are high in complex carbohydrates, and low in fat. The carbohydrates will help you sleep better, and also fuel your morning workout.


Barbara's Mashed Potatoes
Description: They're not a full meal, of course, but these easy-to-prepare mashed potatoes in a box make a great, high-carbohydrate, low-fat "comfort" dish to go with your meal. Prepare them with nonfat milk, water, a little salt, and nonfat margarine.
You'll Save: 50 calories and 6 grams of fat compared with a 1-cup serving of traditional mashed potatoes.

DESSERT

It's normal and natural to want something sweet after dinner. Especially if you've been training hard. Since chocolate has recently been shown to contain powerful antioxidants, why not indulge a little?


Chocolate Dreams cookies
Description: A meringue-type version of the traditional chocolate chip cookie, this one lets you gobble down 5 cookies for under 30 calories and no fat. Bonus: You get two grams of protein as well.
You'll Save: At least 150 calories and 9 grams of fat compared with just 3 regular chocolate chip cookies.


nagpapapayat ka jude? kala ko nagpapagain ka?

Quote from: noyskie on October 16, 2010, 11:58:23 PM
nagpapapayat ka jude? kala ko nagpapagain ka?

yeap, nagdadagdag nga ako... para ito sa mga gustong mag-lose ng weight o kaya health o food conscious.

pero jude from breakfast to dinner plus extra dessert mas lalo ako tataba niyan  ;D

Quote from: pinoybrusko on October 17, 2010, 12:06:16 PM
pero jude from breakfast to dinner plus extra dessert mas lalo ako tataba niyan  ;D


i think its not really about how many times you eat sa isang araw.. its about the kind of food you eat..
honga, tatlong beses kang kumain sa isang araw pero sa isang kainan mo ay parang wala ng bukas tas ang ulam mo pa eh lechon, sisig etc..