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Increasing the flavor of food may aid in weight loss
People who are overweight may be able to shake off pounds by adding special seasonings and sweeteners on the food they eat. These "tastants" stimulate the sense of smell and taste, making people feel fuller faster and causing them to eat less, a study found. "This approach uses natural physiology to help people lose weight, which is different than other approaches. We know that diets do not work because people do not have the will power to succeed. Instead of looking at the front end - how people eat - we looked at the back end, how can people feel full faster?" said Dr. Alan Hirsch.
by reuters.com :: 2008-06-28

10 ways to lose 10 pounds
(1) Stabilize blood-sugar levels. Overweight people tend to have highly fluctuating blood-sugar levels. Irregular blood sugar levels cause a domino effect of body changes beginning with the secretion of hormones that in turn boost insulin resistance and other phenomena that cause you feel sluggish and to eat more. Select foods that are low on the glycemic index, high in water-soluble fiber and high in protein. (2) Spoil appetite before you get to the high-calorie part of the meal. Have a bowl of vegetable soup or a salad before the main course.
by vancouversun :: 2008-06-28

Never skip meals - And other weight-loss tricks
Never starve: Eating more often helps regulate blood-sugar levels and keeps body burning calories rather than storing them. Waiting over 4 hours between meals can cause blood sugar to bottom out, making you weak. During this time we are most likely to grab that unhealthy snack to try and boost ourselves back up. --- Don't skip meals: If you cut too many calories during the day, body will push to conserve calories rather. This causes body to start breaking down muscle for fuel. Since muscle is the key to metabolism, eating too little can negate all the hard work put into health program and slow weight loss.
by canada.com :: 2008-04-11

Tips for healthy weight loss
Although many fad diets promote calorie cutting as a way to lose weight, Paul Ratté says many of these diets can make a person gain weight. "Starvation is often defined as less than 2100 calories each day, yet most diets tell people to consume as little as 1500 calories. When the body is starved, it enters survival mode and holds on to what little food there is." --- Stay away from the tv: it prevents physical activity, and may also trigger emotional eating. --- If you eat a poor breakfast and a small lunch, you will be starving later. Your body will crave a quick fix so you might eat junk food.
by dl-online :: 2008-03-03

Diet diary - Keeping track of what you eat a great weight-loss tool
Research shows that a food journal or diary can be a great tool for weight management. Keeping a food journal can id bad eating patterns and support the behavior modification needed for successful weight loss. Food journals can also help to identify foods that trigger headaches, allergies and gastrointestinal distress. Basically, a food journal is an account of all foods consumed. It can be a simple list of the kinds and amounts of foods consumed, or it can be more in-depth and has eating location, calories consumed, mood and feelings before and after.
by timesunion :: 2008-02-24

The knowledge: how to lose weight without noticing
Get your body in training now and Christmas lunch can be guilt-free. Tip (3) 5 Meals A Day: The key to persuading metabolism on to your side is to keep food intake regular, don't frighten it into starvation mode with long gaps. Tip (6) Cut Down on Caffeine: it speeds up metabolic rate, but it also increases adrenaline production, which overrides body's natural need for food and confuses your system.
by telegraph :: 2007-11-28

Ten Ways to Lose Weight Without Hunger
(1) Forget Calories: While there is an element of truth in the calorie principle, it neglects the fact that different types of calories are burned differently. While fat is often singled out for attention in low-calorie approaches, there is evidence that when calorie intakes are the same, individuals that eat the most fat lose the most weight. (2) Eat Protein-Rich Foods: Calorie for calorie, protein satisfy the appetite more than carbohydrate or fat.
by epochtimes :: 2007-11-02

Weight Management Tips
The decision to lose weight is an easy part - Implementing a strategy that is effective long term is difficult. Weight management should be a life long goal and should be instituted so that is easy to continue indefinitely. - Drink water instead of beverages such as sodas and juices. - Stop night time snacking and eating for entertainment - Increase the number of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low fat dairy products (see new food pyramid by FDA) - Avoid triggers to over eating such as stress, nonscheduled eating, and eating out...
by bellaonline :: 2007-06-19

50 tips for losing weight a little at a time
Big changes come with small steps. Here are some tips: Spend your calories on things you really like. If you love dark chocolate, accept no substitutes. -- Target 2 pounds of weight loss at a time, so you feel good every time you meet your goal. -- Chew peppermint gum to kill hunger pangs, especially at night. -- Have a craving even though you're not hungry? Use the delay technique. Wait 10-15 minutes, and then see if the craving's still there. If it is, eat up. Otherwise, see if you can hang on another 10-15 minutes. Often, urges pass.
by detnews :: 2007-04-18

Out of Sight, Out of Mind And Other Tips for Eating Less
Here's a diet tip that doesn't involve counting calories. Research shows that changing how foods are served and stored can help with weight loss or maintaining a healthy weight. Select smaller bowls and plates for serving and eating. Research has shown that people eat more when food is served in or eaten from larger dishes. Larger packages or larger portions often lead people to eat more than they would if the serving or package were smaller. After serving appropriate portions, put leftovers away.
by newswise :: 2007-04-06

Healthy Weight Loss Tips from the Expert
Bulk up with fiber: Fiber also slows down digestion and sugar uptake so much, eating just one apple creates the same satiety as eating three cupcakes. -- Sip apple cider vinegar: It contains malic and tartaric acid, which help digest carbohydrates and slow their absorption. Down one tablespoon before eating, or add it to a salad. -- Nibble protein at night: Instead of salty or sugary treats; try slow-digesting, appetite-suppressing foods like almonds, skim-milk yogurt or low-fat cheese. Eating junk food after hours might help you to fall asleep, but they will also wake you up as soon as your blood sugar falls.
by turks :: 2007-04-02

Painless weight loss, cut 50 calories per meal
A sensible approach to weight control: switch from looking for major dietary changes to recognizing how differences of just 50 calories can add up to weight loss. Everyone's metabolism is a bit different, but usually each pound of body fat equals 3,500 calories. Cutting 500 calories a day should knock off about a pound a week. You can slowly but painlessly lose weight by cutting back just 50 calories at each meal to reduce your daily intake by 150 calories. If you can find 100 calories to comfortably trim from each meal, weight loss will move along even faster. You can then burn 100 calories more by sneaking in a little activity.
by msnbc :: 2007-03-03

Dieting tips from the pros - Easy, practical ways to eat better
Weight loss and weight gain happen the same way: one pound at a time. Resolve to lose one pound. When you succeed, resolve to lose another. We don't have magic pills to make it easier, but we offer ideas to help you get going. Sneak in some exercise: Take three 10-minute walks during the day. Tips for those with kids: Talk about appropriate portions, not about dieting. Don't use food as a reward. Portion meat in the kitchen, Let diners serve themselves fruit, vegetables and salad.
by dailygamecock :: 2007-02-23

13 Steps for Lasting Weight Loss
Many weight-loss programs fail because they require a wholesale change in lifestyle. Motivated individuals are tempted to bite off more than they can chew. Instead of a major lifestyle overhaul all at once, tackle one or two small habits per month. Over time, you'll achieve your desired results and have greater success sticking with your new habits. Trim 100-200 calories from your daily intake or reduce your portions by 5 percent. -- Eat one more serving of fruits or vegetables a day. -- Switch from white bread to whole wheat.
by thirdage :: 2007-02-08

Let research help you slim down
Daily weigh-in: Unless you have a history of eating disorders or an obsession with your weight, a daily weigh-in can help you lose more pounds than a weekly weigh-in. Overtime snacking: Overtime office work can make women fat because the stress from working long hours seems to increase cravings for snacks that are full of fat and sugar. Cravings: Researchers found that brain-challenging activities like crossword puzzles were more effective at overcoming sudden cravings than activities like knitting that let your mind wander.
by showbizandstyle :: 2007-02-07

Seven Ways to Jump Off Your Weight Loss Plateau
You're eight weeks into your New Year's resolution fitness program and you've hit a snag. Not to worry. You can jump off that plateau with the following strategies: Don't cut calories too severely to get the scale to budge. You risk pushing your body into a starvation state that will slow your metabolism. -- Switch from 3 regular meals a day to 6 small ones. Spreading your calories throughout the day prevents overeating and keeps your blood sugar level. -- Eat low-fat dairy products. Recent research indicates that calcium helps burn fat, and dairy products are a great source of calcium.
by thirdage :: 2007-02-06

How snacks can help you lose weight
According to a scientist Dr Judith Wurtman, your weight gain may not be your fault. Instead the blame could lie with a mood-enhancing chemical that occurs naturally in body. This chemical, known as serotonin, not only lifts your mood in times of emotional stress, but also tells your brain when you've had enough to eat. So a lack of serotonin means you're more likely to overeat. By following their plan you will automatically lose weight - up to 2lb a week. And central to its success is eating more snacks.
by dailymail :: 2007-02-01

Whittling away those last 5 stubborn pounds
After all those passed-up treats and careful calorie counting, after all the effort put into losing weight, those last 5 pounds just seem to stick around like an old bagel on a deli tray. Weight loss can slow down as you near your goal because it does not take as many calories to support your smaller size. For every pound lost, the body needs 8 fewer calories a day. That may not sound like much, but if you have lost 25 pounds, then your body may need 200 fewer calories than it did at the start of your weight-loss. If you've downsized, so too must your calories.
by msnbc :: 2007-01-27

Want to lose weight too - some tips
Weight loss is most successful when it happens slowly as a result of eating a nutritious diet and exercising. (1) Get plenty of different brightly colored vegetables and fruits each day, they are filling and have heaps of vitamins and minerals. (2) Find a physical activity or sport that you enjoy doing, and that you can do regularly. (3) Slow and steady wins the race. If weight loss is fast, it won't be sustainable and may be quickly regained. Avoid skipping meals as this lets your body know it is in starvation mode and will make it harder to lose weight.
by inquirer :: 2007-01-09

Ready to lose weight in 2007 - 4 steps to success
You have made a resolution to lose weight in the new year. Now what? Here are the basic steps to get started. Long-term weight management requires new eating and activity habits. Change takes effort. Before you start, ask yourself why you want to lose weight. Are your reasons important to you? Will your resolve keep you going against the reality of your everyday life? Ask yourself: Do you have a lot of stress in your life? If you are in the middle of a job change or a move, these may undermine your weight loss. Do you have the time to learn new eating habits and to fit physical activity into your day?
by msnbc :: 2007-01-03

If you eat slowly, you will eat less - study
A study provides the first-ever proof that if you eat slowly, you will eat less and you will enjoy the meal more. Women consumed about 70 fewer calories when they were told to take their time eating a meal, compared to when they were instructed to eat it as quickly as possible. They also rated the meal as more pleasant when they ate slowly. When eating quickly, the women took in an average of 646 calories in 9 minutes. But when they slowed down, they consumed 579 calories in 29 minutes.
by chinadaily :: 2006-12-06

Trying to Lose Weight During the Holidays
Trying to slim down during the holidays is a losing proposition. When everybody is cooking so many delectable dishes, it's hard to avoid temptations. And you probably face increased demands for your time so you don't have the opportunity to follow a nutritious diet. Instead of frustrating yourself by trying to lose weight, make it your aim to avoid weight gain. If you set a realistic goal, you won't feel deprived of favorite foods, nor will you feel guilty when you sample holiday treats. However, even with modest approach, you still need an eating strategy.
by thirdage :: 2006-12-05

Avoiding The Annual Holiday Gain
The best way to control the holiday weight gain is to look at the holiday meal and change perspective. One calorie buster is that before eating the holiday meal, diners should drink a full glass of carbonated water and keep a bottle of the carbonated water on the table to drink with the meal. Both the water and carbonation will help diners feel full and help avoid overeating. The number one mistake to avoid is not eating all day before the meal. "If you don't eat all day you will get hungry, lose control and eat much more."
by medicalnewstoday :: 2006-11-22

Easy Tips for Weight Loss
There are no complicated diets, pricey workout equipment or personal trainers. Participants of Lighten Up programs in 16 states from are learning to make healthy choices by making small lifestyle changes: drinking one more glass of water each day; eating fruits and vegetables; taking the stairs instead of the elevator. In Wisconsin, more than 1,700 people shed an average of 4.9 pounds midway through the 5-month program. 4-5 pounds may not seem like much, but health experts say even the smallest improvements count because they can boost participants' confidence to improve their diets.
by thirdage :: 2006-11-19

Weight Loss Challenges
Shows like "The Biggest Loser" and "Celebrity Fit Club" have shown people the power of a challenge to help shed the pounds. Many groups of friends and co-workers are now making their own challenges. A group of 5 male co-workers from First Coast News decided to start their own challenge as a way to motivate each other to drop a few pounds. Each of the group members put $50 into a pot. Every week the person who losses the biggest percentage of weight wins $10. Then at the end of 15 weeks the winner takes home $100. "There's money involved so there is a big incentive for guys who are typically not motivated to loss weight."
by firstcoastnews :: 2006-08-29

Sneaky Fat Loss Tricks and Tips
Fitness Expert Lisa Lynn joins us on Good Morning Connecticut Weekend with Five Sneaky Fat Loss Tricks. -- (1) Start your day with a Complete protein shake made with ice and water or anything that does not add calories. Complete protein shakes increase metabolism by 25%. (2) Drink coffee -Always have your coffee black -drinking black coffee is one of the oldest fat burning tricks in the book. But if you add anything that has calories like cream or even non fat creamers and yes even skim milk, you stop the fat burning process.
by wtnh :: 2006-08-13

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