This video has been made to further help you out with your weight loss plan. Hope our readers enjoy watching this!
Monday, 31 October 2011
Wednesday, 12 October 2011
Easy exercise to lose weight!
Here is a great video that shows some easy exercises to help you lose weight!
Its always great to cut a few corners when losing weight. It keeps you feeling motivated to know that your cheating your way into losing those extra few pounds.
Its always great to cut a few corners when losing weight. It keeps you feeling motivated to know that your cheating your way into losing those extra few pounds.
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
How to keep motivated
The one problem that mostly everyone has with exercise is that it really isn't that fun. The best comparison to exercise would probably be studying, its boring and tedious and you only get to see the results a month later. Fortunately, today your going to get great tips on how to keep motivated and even have some fun while doing your daily exercise!
Progress Pictures
Lets be honest, the reason most of us are doing exercise is to shed those few pounds we gained over the weekend or during that big holiday season. A great way to keep yourself motivated is to take weekly progress pictures. This will keep you motivated as you get to see the transformation of your body week by week. The Biggest Loser TV show employs this tactic but with scales instead. Knowing that all your hard work is paying off is the best motivation you could possibly receive.
Friends
Its true that to get the best results out of your workouts its better to work alone but its also a sure way to lose the will to exercise. Having a run, bike or walk with a friend can really help your will to exercise. It also helps to improve your social life and your self esteem which all matters while losing weight. Exercising with a friend could also induce a little bit of friendly competition which is always a great way to motivate yourself to push yourself to your limits.
Music
Working out to some great workout music is always a motivating factor in anyone's exercise plan. Grab any song from the Rocky series and you could be pushing yourself as hard as Rocky did when running through the city. Music is great for all exercise but its important to grab the right songs for the right exercise. You're going to want something fast paced while running, something heavy while lifting those weights and something with a lot of beat to it when doing aerobic workouts.
Progress Pictures
Lets be honest, the reason most of us are doing exercise is to shed those few pounds we gained over the weekend or during that big holiday season. A great way to keep yourself motivated is to take weekly progress pictures. This will keep you motivated as you get to see the transformation of your body week by week. The Biggest Loser TV show employs this tactic but with scales instead. Knowing that all your hard work is paying off is the best motivation you could possibly receive.
Friends
Its true that to get the best results out of your workouts its better to work alone but its also a sure way to lose the will to exercise. Having a run, bike or walk with a friend can really help your will to exercise. It also helps to improve your social life and your self esteem which all matters while losing weight. Exercising with a friend could also induce a little bit of friendly competition which is always a great way to motivate yourself to push yourself to your limits.
Music
Working out to some great workout music is always a motivating factor in anyone's exercise plan. Grab any song from the Rocky series and you could be pushing yourself as hard as Rocky did when running through the city. Music is great for all exercise but its important to grab the right songs for the right exercise. You're going to want something fast paced while running, something heavy while lifting those weights and something with a lot of beat to it when doing aerobic workouts.
Sunday, 9 October 2011
4 Nutrition Tips
Proper nutrition will aid greatly in mainting your healthy diet. Here are some tips for you,
1. Smaller Portion Size
By eating smaller meals, you will have less clorie and fat intake. It also gives you more energy to burn your excess fat by providing more protein, which in turn, will increase your metobolism and help you burn fat more faster.
2. Eat Slowly
By eating slowly, it will inform our brain to tell the body that it is full thereby resulting in less food taken.
3. Eat Less Sugar
Sugary food or drinks do not offer much in the way of nutrition. Especially, sugar contained in drinks like juices, soda and coffee creamers can do significant damage in your diet plan. When sugar cravings hit, reach for fruit or water instead. Stocking up on food like nuts, seeds and dried fruits can also help.
1. Smaller Portion Size
By eating smaller meals, you will have less clorie and fat intake. It also gives you more energy to burn your excess fat by providing more protein, which in turn, will increase your metobolism and help you burn fat more faster.
2. Eat Slowly
By eating slowly, it will inform our brain to tell the body that it is full thereby resulting in less food taken.
3. Eat Less Sugar
Sugary food or drinks do not offer much in the way of nutrition. Especially, sugar contained in drinks like juices, soda and coffee creamers can do significant damage in your diet plan. When sugar cravings hit, reach for fruit or water instead. Stocking up on food like nuts, seeds and dried fruits can also help.
Thursday, 6 October 2011
Diet Myths, Facts and Tips
Diet Myths, Facts and Tips
When dieting you always have to be careful where you get your source from, it could be just false advertising and there you go your diet has gone right through the door. This is why we are here to help cater for your needs and push you in the right direction. We want you to get the correct information know the diet myths and know the facts!
MYTH
"Food eaten late at night stops you losing weight"
FACTS
Regardless when you consume those calories and what time of the day it is, it's all about how many calories you had throughout the day. If you had consumed less then you are loosing weight.
TIPS
Plan ahead know how many calories you are taking in and make sure you plan to leave enough calories for those late night snacks and desserts.
MYTH
"Dairy products are fattening and unhealthy"
FACTS
Dairy products contains essential nutrients that help keep you healthy such as milk, cheese and yoghurt. Dairy products are packed with calcium to help make your bones strong. You can still eat low fat diary products doesn't mean you wont get the exact nutrients as full cream. Actually skim or semi skimmed milks contain a little more calcium than full cream milk.
TIPS
Eat low fat skimmed dairy products if you are loosing weight such as a glass of milk of skimmed milk, 1 small bowl of low fat yoghurt, and 1 small slice of reduced fat cheese.
Stay on track and keep up the good work!!
Monday, 3 October 2011
Running is the best exercise for losing weight
Running, its really not fun but we all know how much of a sweat it produces when we try it. Running is the best exercise you could possibly do when you are on a diet. Running is based on burning calories rather than cutting them, which means your burning off fat rather than transforming it into big biceps.The greatest thing about running is that even in any busy schedule there really is always a time for a run. Even a quick 15 minute run could benefit your health and your weight loss journey in the short and long term. The fact that the only equipment you need are shoes and comfortable clothes is also great, who doesn't have these?
The benefits of running for your health are really very clear to see. During a session your lungs become more efficient at using oxygen, your heart becomes more efficient at pumping blood and your muscles gain strength and endurance. However make sure to stretch your legs before you start a run as your joins in your legs (knees, ankle) are very sensitive and the slightest off balance could do damage that could keep you off the tracks for months.
With all this in mind I hope your already in your joggers getting ready for a run!
Sunday, 2 October 2011
You will never want to eat at McDonald's again!!
McDonald's 4year old Cheeseburger
Julia Havey is an Obesity Activist she has written the book Vise busting diet and Awaken the diet within. This video is to emphasise the importance on the fast food dangers. Does fast food ever age? Well before this video you would definitely hope so, but after seeing this you realise the potential damage and danger it has to your health. So dieters I assure you once you've seen this you will think twice about eating fatty foods again. You will see the 4 yr old cheeseburger look exactly the same as a new one, the only difference was that the bun was falling apart, but the meat looked perfect, it had not been preserved it was kept in a normal McDonalds bag and there was no visible aging in the meat. She then shows the difference to a french fries 4 yrs old and normal potato fries that are 3months old. The 3months old one had deteriorated and the McDonald's french fries which had been kept for 4 years was still greasy and salty. Hope this gives you an insight towards the fast food industries. Remember real food breaks down, if it doesn't break down where does it go in your body? It just stores fat? Have a look at the link and decide for yourself. =)
The psychology of dieting
There are many aspects of dieting that lead us to believe that if we starve ourselves we will get the body we always wanted. Unfortunately It has been found that although most people diet so that they can get more out of life, this act of deprivation only serves to make life less enjoyable. This in many cases leads most diets to fail, or leads people to what is known as 'yo-yo dieting' where they continually start and stop diets due to cravings and temptation.
The psychology of the diet needs to be understood before steps can be taken to ensure its success.
The body is designed to store as much food as possible. This is a throwback to days before reliable agriculture and husbandry where human beings weren't always assured a meal each day, so the body became very efficient at storing food for the bad days as fat. This means that simply eating less wont yield results as your body quickly adjusts to its new intake and will continue to store food.
Looking for instant results is another pitfall. This is because we live in a society where everything needs to happen now. Biological processes however are not so punctual. A process like weight loss takes time for your body to change, rapid weight loss can result in damage to kidneys and the liver so if one wishes to lose weight then they need to understand this needs to be a long term commitment, after all, you wish to keep your new figure for the rest of your life, that means that your plan needs to be incorporated into the rest of your life.
Finally most people enter a diet with an 'all or nothing' attitude. This is commendable as it takes courage to make such a change, but this is also a pitfall. An all or nothing approach makes no room for the occasional indulgence. As a result when an opportunity does come along to enjoy a dessert or snack, either one does not eat it and therefore denying themselves the enjoyment, or they devour it, then feel pangs of regret as they see it as some kind of failure. This can be no further from the truth. One of the things that needs to be realised is that even people who lead healthy active lives splurge occasionally, it is the spice of life and in no way reflects failure. Only when the occasional snack or dessert becomes a norm that it becomes a problem.
Hopefully these insights will help you when considering the psychology of dieting! enjoy!
The psychology of the diet needs to be understood before steps can be taken to ensure its success.
The body is designed to store as much food as possible. This is a throwback to days before reliable agriculture and husbandry where human beings weren't always assured a meal each day, so the body became very efficient at storing food for the bad days as fat. This means that simply eating less wont yield results as your body quickly adjusts to its new intake and will continue to store food.
Looking for instant results is another pitfall. This is because we live in a society where everything needs to happen now. Biological processes however are not so punctual. A process like weight loss takes time for your body to change, rapid weight loss can result in damage to kidneys and the liver so if one wishes to lose weight then they need to understand this needs to be a long term commitment, after all, you wish to keep your new figure for the rest of your life, that means that your plan needs to be incorporated into the rest of your life.
Finally most people enter a diet with an 'all or nothing' attitude. This is commendable as it takes courage to make such a change, but this is also a pitfall. An all or nothing approach makes no room for the occasional indulgence. As a result when an opportunity does come along to enjoy a dessert or snack, either one does not eat it and therefore denying themselves the enjoyment, or they devour it, then feel pangs of regret as they see it as some kind of failure. This can be no further from the truth. One of the things that needs to be realised is that even people who lead healthy active lives splurge occasionally, it is the spice of life and in no way reflects failure. Only when the occasional snack or dessert becomes a norm that it becomes a problem.
Hopefully these insights will help you when considering the psychology of dieting! enjoy!
Friday, 30 September 2011
Holiday foods to stay away from
Hey guys hope you are finding our weight loss blogging site more and more useful. We have found some more great sufficient facts for you. We know how hard it is to stay away from those delicious tempting high calorie foods on your exquisite holiday, BUT REMEMBER you are on a diet towards having that amazing body this Summer. Stick to these tips and it will help stabilize your weight.
10 High Calorie Foods to beware on your holiday
Turkey dark meat- The dark meat and extreme flavour is due to the fatness in both contents.
Mashed Potatoes- Potatoes are very good for you and low in carbs, but when making mashed potatoes with all the inclusive ingredients it can become very high in calories with the amount of cream and butter added.
Gravy toppings- Topping gravy all over your meat will enhance the flavour, but the amount of increased calories it adds towards your body, you should definitely give it a miss!!
Candied sweet potatoes- Sweet potatoes are a very nutritious vegetable, but by adding brown sugar to sweeten the taste to it will give you extra calories that you can avoid.
Stuffing- When it comes to Thanks giving everyone eats the roasted Turkey straight from the oven, but the stuffing inside is quite high in calories and should be avoided during your diet on your holiday.
3 potatoe Latkes- Is sliced potatoes held together with egg and matzo. This dish can be up to 400 calories!
Egg nog- Is a rich, creamy and yummy drink to drink over the holidays, but it is high in saturated fat and clogs arteries.
Prime rib- The prime rib contains 35-40% of fat.
Peanut butter brittle- Peanuts are a good source of fat but in moderation. By adding sugar and butter you create peanut butter brittle which is nearly 485 calories.
Pecan pie- Pecan pie is the same story as the peanut butter brittle but a big serving of the pecan pie and good bye diet because you are looking at 800 calories!!
Please remember that while you are on holiday try to look for things to do, go for a walk, a jog, things that will enable you to look around and not just sit in the buffet all day and eat your favourite meals. You are on a diet for a reason because you are planning to loose those love handles and have that body you wanted for Summer don't let yourself down and good luck keep you updated soon.
10 High Calorie Foods to beware on your holiday
Turkey dark meat- The dark meat and extreme flavour is due to the fatness in both contents.
Mashed Potatoes- Potatoes are very good for you and low in carbs, but when making mashed potatoes with all the inclusive ingredients it can become very high in calories with the amount of cream and butter added.
Gravy toppings- Topping gravy all over your meat will enhance the flavour, but the amount of increased calories it adds towards your body, you should definitely give it a miss!!
Candied sweet potatoes- Sweet potatoes are a very nutritious vegetable, but by adding brown sugar to sweeten the taste to it will give you extra calories that you can avoid.
Stuffing- When it comes to Thanks giving everyone eats the roasted Turkey straight from the oven, but the stuffing inside is quite high in calories and should be avoided during your diet on your holiday.
3 potatoe Latkes- Is sliced potatoes held together with egg and matzo. This dish can be up to 400 calories!
Egg nog- Is a rich, creamy and yummy drink to drink over the holidays, but it is high in saturated fat and clogs arteries.
Prime rib- The prime rib contains 35-40% of fat.
Peanut butter brittle- Peanuts are a good source of fat but in moderation. By adding sugar and butter you create peanut butter brittle which is nearly 485 calories.
Pecan pie- Pecan pie is the same story as the peanut butter brittle but a big serving of the pecan pie and good bye diet because you are looking at 800 calories!!
Please remember that while you are on holiday try to look for things to do, go for a walk, a jog, things that will enable you to look around and not just sit in the buffet all day and eat your favourite meals. You are on a diet for a reason because you are planning to loose those love handles and have that body you wanted for Summer don't let yourself down and good luck keep you updated soon.
Wednesday, 28 September 2011
Exercises that won't help you lose weight
When we are in a position in which we want to lose weight we naturally want to lose it as quickly as possible. This method of thinking forces us to jump to the exercises that we feel give us the biggest burn and the ones that we see in those promotional videos selling various equipment. What we don't realises is that some of these exercises don't in fact speed the weight loss journey but really do nothing to help the journey.
Sit-ups
This is the most commonly used exercise at home. After a while it gives you a great burning feeling in your abdomen area fooling you into thinking your doing yourself a big favour. What you don't realise is that yes even though you are getting a great burning sensation it isn't helping you to lose weight. Sit-ups will strengthen and tone your abdomen but it will not burn off fat. Sit-ups also have negative affects on your spine due to the constant and quick arching of your back.
Tricep dips
Once again a similar problem as the sit-up exercises, this exercise will strengthen and tone your triceps but not help you lose weight faster. This is a great workout however to balance any bicep workouts you may be doing.
With these two exercise in mind you can really come to a conclusion that most exercises that involve weights or stressing your muscles won't be so effective in helping you to lose weight.
Sit-ups
This is the most commonly used exercise at home. After a while it gives you a great burning feeling in your abdomen area fooling you into thinking your doing yourself a big favour. What you don't realise is that yes even though you are getting a great burning sensation it isn't helping you to lose weight. Sit-ups will strengthen and tone your abdomen but it will not burn off fat. Sit-ups also have negative affects on your spine due to the constant and quick arching of your back.
Once again a similar problem as the sit-up exercises, this exercise will strengthen and tone your triceps but not help you lose weight faster. This is a great workout however to balance any bicep workouts you may be doing.
With these two exercise in mind you can really come to a conclusion that most exercises that involve weights or stressing your muscles won't be so effective in helping you to lose weight.
Vegetables Nutrition Facts
Continuing from the last post, this time, we are going to have a look at some of the vegetables and see what they offer in terms of nutrition facts and benefits for our health and diet,
Carrots
Carrots are a rich vegetable source of antioxidant compounds and also pro-vitamin A carotenes. These carotenes and antioxidant compounds promote good vision and help to protect against certain cancers and cardiovascular diseases.
Broccoli
Broccoli contains some 3% of protein and is one of the richest vegetable sources of calcium, iron and magnesium. It also contains multiple nutrients. Steaming broccoli for 3–4 minutes is recommended to maximize potential anti-cancer compounds, such as sulforaphane.
Eggplant
Besides being rich in a host of vitamins and minerals, eggplants are also rich in nasunin (found under the skin of this vegetable) which is considered a brain food. Eggplants provide dietary fiber in abundance which is essential for regulating and facilitating smooth bowel movements.
Green Peas
Green peas are loaded with 8 vitamins and 7 minerals along with fiber and protein. Vitamin K along with folate and vitamin B6 from green peas help to maintain healthy bones.
Cauliflower
Cauliflower is low in fat, low in carbs but high in dietary fibre, folate, water and vitamin C. Cauliflower also contains several phytochemicals, common in the cabbage family, that may be beneficial to human health.
Tomatoes
Carrots
Carrots are a rich vegetable source of antioxidant compounds and also pro-vitamin A carotenes. These carotenes and antioxidant compounds promote good vision and help to protect against certain cancers and cardiovascular diseases.
BroccoliBroccoli contains some 3% of protein and is one of the richest vegetable sources of calcium, iron and magnesium. It also contains multiple nutrients. Steaming broccoli for 3–4 minutes is recommended to maximize potential anti-cancer compounds, such as sulforaphane.
EggplantBesides being rich in a host of vitamins and minerals, eggplants are also rich in nasunin (found under the skin of this vegetable) which is considered a brain food. Eggplants provide dietary fiber in abundance which is essential for regulating and facilitating smooth bowel movements.
Green PeasGreen peas are loaded with 8 vitamins and 7 minerals along with fiber and protein. Vitamin K along with folate and vitamin B6 from green peas help to maintain healthy bones.
CauliflowerCauliflower is low in fat, low in carbs but high in dietary fibre, folate, water and vitamin C. Cauliflower also contains several phytochemicals, common in the cabbage family, that may be beneficial to human health.
Tomatoes Tomato is an excellent source of lycopene, a potent and one of the most powerful antioxidant that may help reduce high cholesterol levels. Lycopene has also been shown to improve the skin's ability to protect against harmful UV rays.
Monday, 26 September 2011
Diet plan recipes
Diet plan recipes for those foods you can't seem to let go off.
Want to eat those extremely delicious foods everyday and not just be on a celery diet to have that body for Summer you have been craving all year for? Well we have the answers for you!!! These diet plan recipes have been catered to meet your needs. We all know how hard it is to be tempted to eat those yummy pancakes in the morning while you have to eat a low fat yogurt instead. Our weight loss tips will manage your cravings and you will still be able to eat the food that you love, but just in proportion and size, how great is that!! Lets get started.
Here are some great low fat breakfast recipes
Breakfast burrito recipe
This recipe is fun, fast and easy to make. It is saturated in low fat and contains avocado which has healthy fat and will keep you full for a long period of time.
This recipe is low in saturated fats and a good source of protein.
This recipe can serve 2
Ingredients:
Want to eat those extremely delicious foods everyday and not just be on a celery diet to have that body for Summer you have been craving all year for? Well we have the answers for you!!! These diet plan recipes have been catered to meet your needs. We all know how hard it is to be tempted to eat those yummy pancakes in the morning while you have to eat a low fat yogurt instead. Our weight loss tips will manage your cravings and you will still be able to eat the food that you love, but just in proportion and size, how great is that!! Lets get started.
Week 1
Monday Calories Kilojoules
| Breakfast | 255 | 1067 |
| All bran wheat flakes cereal (50g) | 168 | 703 |
| Low fat milk (1/2 cup) | 62 | 259 |
| Tinned apricots (6 halves - 50g) | 25 | 105 |
| Glass of water (250ml) | 0 | 0 |
| Snack | 134 | 561 |
| Raisin toast (1 slice) | 91 | 381 |
| Margarine spread reduced fat (1tsp) | 18 | 75 |
| Tea or Coffee with Milk | 25 | 105 |
| Lunch | 398 | 1665 |
| California sushi hand rolls (2 pieces) | 334 | 1398 |
| Apple (1 serve) | 64 | 268 |
| Glass of water (250ml) | 0 | 0 |
| Snack | 223 | 933 |
| Rice crackers (10) | 70 | 293 |
| Light hummus (60g) | 105 | 439 |
| Banana (1 small) | 48 | 201 |
| Dinner | 643 | 2690 |
| Cottage cheese vegetarian lasagne (1 serve) | 543 | 2272 |
| Garden salad (small side) | 100 | 418 |
| Dessert | 164 | 686 |
| Low fat fruit yoghurt (200g) | 154 | 644 |
| Strawberries fresh (50g) | 10 | 42 |
| Total Energy: | 1817 | 7602 |
Here are some great low fat breakfast recipes
Breakfast burrito recipe
This recipe is fun, fast and easy to make. It is saturated in low fat and contains avocado which has healthy fat and will keep you full for a long period of time.
This recipe is low in saturated fats and a good source of protein.
| Energy per 100g: | 436kJ - 104Cal |
| Fat per 100g: | 4.7g |
This recipe can serve 2
Ingredients:
- 2 Potatoes
- 2 Spring Onions
- 2 Slices Short Cut Bacon Diced
- ½ Capsicum Diced
- 3 Eggs
- ½ Avocado Chopped
- 1 Tomato Diced
- 2 Tortillas (Reduced Fat)
- Pierce Potatoes with skewer 4 or 5 times and microwave until cooked. Cool down and chop.
- Spray non stick frypan with olive oil spray and cook bacon until crispy then add spring onions for a further 2 mins.
- Add chopped potatoes, season with pepper and mix around in pan until incorporated with bacon and onions.
- Break eggs into bowl and beat with fork or Wisk (option to add a dash of milk). Season with pepper.
- Add egg mixture to pan moving them around with spatula until ¾ cooked, take off heat.
- Layout burritos, add mixture to half of burrito topping with tomato, avocado and cheese.
- Fold short sides in and bottom flap up and roll up tortillas.
- Option to place folded burrito into sandwich press and heat for 1 minute or serve untoasted.
Five tips to manage your diet
1. Making healthy lifestyle changes is a great way to keep your diet on track. It is a lot more difficult to keep eating healthy when you are not active, or your lifestyle leaves no time for anything other than fast food choices.
2. Put a stop to emotional eating. This is a common pitfall for many people as dieting can sometimes leave a person feeling drained and even depressed. For some people eating 'comfort foods' helps to alleviate that feeling, but hinders any progress in your diet creating a vicious circle.
3. Seek support of friends. Things are always easier when you are supported by peers. Finding someone to exercise with, or someone who can provide positive reinforcement will go a long way to maintaining your morale and maximising your results.
4. Slow and steady wins the race. Dieters want results, and its easy to believe that if you make a massive effort initially that you will see immediate change. This is not the case. You need to give your body time to adapt, as it was months or years of bad habits that created the need to diet, the solution may take just as long.
5. Use tools that help you track your progress. Mobile devices and even gaming consoles have a myriad of healthy lifestyle apps and games that can assist you. It is always beneficial to track your progress, and game software like Wii Fit, for example, can help you see results from your efforts.
2. Put a stop to emotional eating. This is a common pitfall for many people as dieting can sometimes leave a person feeling drained and even depressed. For some people eating 'comfort foods' helps to alleviate that feeling, but hinders any progress in your diet creating a vicious circle.
3. Seek support of friends. Things are always easier when you are supported by peers. Finding someone to exercise with, or someone who can provide positive reinforcement will go a long way to maintaining your morale and maximising your results.
4. Slow and steady wins the race. Dieters want results, and its easy to believe that if you make a massive effort initially that you will see immediate change. This is not the case. You need to give your body time to adapt, as it was months or years of bad habits that created the need to diet, the solution may take just as long.
5. Use tools that help you track your progress. Mobile devices and even gaming consoles have a myriad of healthy lifestyle apps and games that can assist you. It is always beneficial to track your progress, and game software like Wii Fit, for example, can help you see results from your efforts.
Saturday, 24 September 2011
Fruits Nutrition Facts
Fruits and vegetables are not only delicious but healthy as well. They contain essential vitamins and minerals that are an important part of a balanced daily diet. Fiber, phytochemicals, antioxidants from fruits and vegetables protect against life threatening diseases like cancer, heart diseases, stroke and diabetes. But, remember, no one food will contain all these essential nutrients. That is why it is very important to include a variety of both vegetables and fruits in your daily diet!
Today, we are going to have a look at our fruits and see what they offer in terms of nutrition facts and benefits for our health and diet,
Apples
Apples are a perfect addition to your weight-loss plan for a number of reasons. Apples are low in calories and fat, low in sodium, and contain vitamins and minerals as well as fibre. These can all help you lose weight in different ways. The fibre helps you feel full longer because it expands in your stomach so it takes less food to satisfy your hunger. Low-sodium will help prevent excess water weight or retention. And, the vitamins benefit you by increasing health and vitality.
Orange
Orange contains high amount of Vitamin C, which helps in absorbing calcium into the body and maintaining the health of teeth and bones. It is also a good source of dietary Fibre. The nutritional value of orange makes it good for indigestion, constipation, bowel disorders and dental care.
Kiwi
Kiwis contain more Vitamin C than organges. They also contain high amounts of dietary fibre which makes it good for controlling blood sugar, colon and cardiovascular problems. Kiwi is made up of 83% of water and hence contains about 61 calories per 100g only.
Grape
Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in grapes may help to lower the risk of developing blood clots and also reduces high blood pressure. Grapes are very effective in overcoming constipation as well. They are considered as a laxative food, as they contain organic acid, sugar and cellulose.
Banana
Bananas are an excellent source of Vitamin B. Banana contains about 90 to 93 calories per 100g. Bananas are ideal for people looking to lose or maintain weight through sound nutrition. Bananas offer an amazing fat-free package of natural energy, minerals, vitamins and fibre. Researchers also state that eating bananas regularly may play a stronger role in the control of high blood pressure than restricting salt.
Avocado
Avocadoes stuff a tremendous amount of nutrients into a small package. They are loaded with dietary fibre, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Potassium (60% more than Bananas!), Magnesium and Folate. One thing to note though is that avocadoes are a somewhat fatty fruit and was once regarded as 'dieter's nightmare'. However, recent scientific research [Source] has discovered that avocadoes are actually loaded with "good" monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. These types of fat, while still relatively high in calories, actually help lower cholesterol levels and decrease the risk of heart disease.
Today, we are going to have a look at our fruits and see what they offer in terms of nutrition facts and benefits for our health and diet,
ApplesApples are a perfect addition to your weight-loss plan for a number of reasons. Apples are low in calories and fat, low in sodium, and contain vitamins and minerals as well as fibre. These can all help you lose weight in different ways. The fibre helps you feel full longer because it expands in your stomach so it takes less food to satisfy your hunger. Low-sodium will help prevent excess water weight or retention. And, the vitamins benefit you by increasing health and vitality.
OrangeOrange contains high amount of Vitamin C, which helps in absorbing calcium into the body and maintaining the health of teeth and bones. It is also a good source of dietary Fibre. The nutritional value of orange makes it good for indigestion, constipation, bowel disorders and dental care.
KiwiKiwis contain more Vitamin C than organges. They also contain high amounts of dietary fibre which makes it good for controlling blood sugar, colon and cardiovascular problems. Kiwi is made up of 83% of water and hence contains about 61 calories per 100g only.
GrapeResveratrol, an antioxidant found in grapes may help to lower the risk of developing blood clots and also reduces high blood pressure. Grapes are very effective in overcoming constipation as well. They are considered as a laxative food, as they contain organic acid, sugar and cellulose.
Bananas are an excellent source of Vitamin B. Banana contains about 90 to 93 calories per 100g. Bananas are ideal for people looking to lose or maintain weight through sound nutrition. Bananas offer an amazing fat-free package of natural energy, minerals, vitamins and fibre. Researchers also state that eating bananas regularly may play a stronger role in the control of high blood pressure than restricting salt.
AvocadoAvocadoes stuff a tremendous amount of nutrients into a small package. They are loaded with dietary fibre, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Potassium (60% more than Bananas!), Magnesium and Folate. One thing to note though is that avocadoes are a somewhat fatty fruit and was once regarded as 'dieter's nightmare'. However, recent scientific research [Source] has discovered that avocadoes are actually loaded with "good" monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. These types of fat, while still relatively high in calories, actually help lower cholesterol levels and decrease the risk of heart disease.
Thursday, 22 September 2011
Government initiatives to help you make a plan and stick to it
There have been many government initiatives in Australia over the years encouraging people to lose weight and remain active. The 'Life be in it' initiative that was prevalent in the 1970's was one of the first and has helped many people get advice and help with combating our increasingly sedentary lifestyle. Although funding for this particular initiative stopped in the early 1980's the life be in it website is still active and can be found here. Since then the Australian government has continued providing assistance and advice for those wishing to become and stay more fit.
The current initiative is advertised on TV, radio and the Internet and is called 'Swap it, Dont stop it!' The website which can be found here provides information on how you can reduce your caloric intake and increase your physical activity without having to give up the things you enjoy. It is a good idea as most people assume losing weight involves a massive change in eating habits and lifestyle. This initiative helps take a more measured approach and shows that you can still succeed in your weight loss goals without changing your entire lifestyle.
The current initiative is advertised on TV, radio and the Internet and is called 'Swap it, Dont stop it!' The website which can be found here provides information on how you can reduce your caloric intake and increase your physical activity without having to give up the things you enjoy. It is a good idea as most people assume losing weight involves a massive change in eating habits and lifestyle. This initiative helps take a more measured approach and shows that you can still succeed in your weight loss goals without changing your entire lifestyle.
The best thing about this initiative is that mobile devices can now be used to assist you with your goals. The website provides a link to an iPhone application that allows you track your progress. There is also a facebook page that you can subscribe to allowing you to follow updates and even contact other like minded users. So get out there, and Swap it, Dont stop it!
Simple exercises you can do in the comfort of your own home
Most people really don't have the time to go to the gym or are willing to pay those ridiculous gym fees just to burn off a few kilos of stubborn fat. Lucky for our readers this post will show you a few great ways to work out at home and work out as efficiently as you would at the gym!
Walking
Walking really is underestimated as an exercise. If the weather is nice outside you can go for a walk around your local park and even if the weather doesn't agree with you you could always stroll around your house, maybe even carry heavy items while walking or even walk up and down a flight of stairs. This will help to tone your legs and give you a nice aerobic workout.
Jumping Jacks
Jumping jacks is also an underestimated exercise but give it a go now for at least a minute and I guarantee you'll start to feel a sweat coming on. Jumping jacks is a really fun exercise that is a great cardio workout. It works well as a warm up to more strenuous exercises.
Dancing
What better way to lose weight than dancing? You'll be having fun while also burning off a great amount of calories and toning up your body. Dancing really has great health benefits and even if you aren't much of a dancer there would be no reason to feel embarrassed in the comfort of your own home behind the closed curtains.
Walking really is underestimated as an exercise. If the weather is nice outside you can go for a walk around your local park and even if the weather doesn't agree with you you could always stroll around your house, maybe even carry heavy items while walking or even walk up and down a flight of stairs. This will help to tone your legs and give you a nice aerobic workout.
Jumping Jacks
Jumping jacks is also an underestimated exercise but give it a go now for at least a minute and I guarantee you'll start to feel a sweat coming on. Jumping jacks is a really fun exercise that is a great cardio workout. It works well as a warm up to more strenuous exercises.
Dancing
What better way to lose weight than dancing? You'll be having fun while also burning off a great amount of calories and toning up your body. Dancing really has great health benefits and even if you aren't much of a dancer there would be no reason to feel embarrassed in the comfort of your own home behind the closed curtains.Wednesday, 21 September 2011
Tips for your Diet Plan
Starting out a diet for the first time can be quite hard, but if you are planning to stroll down the beach with that new body you have been wanting all Summer we have some great tips for you.
There have been many fake diet plans, pre packed foods and recipes out there that are misleading consumers to purchase their products. Our blog is to fulfill the requirements with successful weightloss tips that will stabilise your weight.
When we eat our sugar levels rise low Glycemic Index (GI) increase blood sugar levels. Ensuring that you eat foods with low GI means you are in control of your sugar levels and feeling full for a long period of time.
•Low GI foods help reduce your cravings
•Diet approach- Some low or mid GI foods may be saturated with fat, be sure to know what you are eating and how much saturated fat is in the food before you place it in your mouth
•Eat fruits such as oranges, pears, mangoes, peaches and most vegetables. Keep hydrated and drink plenty of water daily to detox your body.
•Exclude foods such as MacDonalds, donuts, french fries, white bread, cornflakes
If you can start to follow these first few tips for this diet plan look no longer at those unwanted love handles. Will keep you updated with the next diet tips shortly. Bye for now
There have been many fake diet plans, pre packed foods and recipes out there that are misleading consumers to purchase their products. Our blog is to fulfill the requirements with successful weightloss tips that will stabilise your weight.
When we eat our sugar levels rise low Glycemic Index (GI) increase blood sugar levels. Ensuring that you eat foods with low GI means you are in control of your sugar levels and feeling full for a long period of time.
•Low GI foods help reduce your cravings
•Diet approach- Some low or mid GI foods may be saturated with fat, be sure to know what you are eating and how much saturated fat is in the food before you place it in your mouth
•Eat fruits such as oranges, pears, mangoes, peaches and most vegetables. Keep hydrated and drink plenty of water daily to detox your body.
•Exclude foods such as MacDonalds, donuts, french fries, white bread, cornflakes
If you can start to follow these first few tips for this diet plan look no longer at those unwanted love handles. Will keep you updated with the next diet tips shortly. Bye for now
Tuesday, 20 September 2011
Why nutrition is important for a healthy diet?
What is the healthiest way to lose weight? That sounds like the million dollar question. Perhaps, a nutritious balanced diet plus regular exercise might be the answer, although many people who are on their diet plan seem overly obsessed with counting their calorie intake that they end up with a diet that is lacking important nutritional elements.
Remember, we are talking about a healthy diet plan. Do not forget that losing weight should not compromise your body's health. So, the first step you should take when trying to lose weight is to know thoroughly about the nutritional content your foods contain.
Here's the first tip. Whenever possible, eat whole, fresh and unprocessed foods. It seems many folks think that eating a can of vegetable soup or drinking fruit juices is as nutritious as downing a plateful of veggies. This is one of the most common nutrition misconceptions. Take fruit juice for instance. They may be healthier than coke, but they are also concentrated sources of sugar that won't give you anywhere near the same level of nutrients you get from whole fruits.
Monday, 19 September 2011
Layout and the future of our blog
Welcome to our blog. Our aim with this blog is to provide relevant information on how to lose weight and keep that weight off.
The future of our blog will hope to keep readers updated on how to stabilize their weight over a period of time. We will look to achieve a blog that keeps the reader calm and relaxed while reading with an easy and simple layout without too many obstructive features such as an overload of images or video. The blog will feature easy to use tabs which the reader can use to navigate to different sections of the blog relevant to their wants.
As for our layout,
we have decided on how we want our blog to be laid out and the storyboard below gives an overview look of our blog. As for the color theme, we have chosen light blue as it will give relaxed and pleasant experience to our readers.
The future of our blog will hope to keep readers updated on how to stabilize their weight over a period of time. We will look to achieve a blog that keeps the reader calm and relaxed while reading with an easy and simple layout without too many obstructive features such as an overload of images or video. The blog will feature easy to use tabs which the reader can use to navigate to different sections of the blog relevant to their wants.
As for our layout,
we have decided on how we want our blog to be laid out and the storyboard below gives an overview look of our blog. As for the color theme, we have chosen light blue as it will give relaxed and pleasant experience to our readers.
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