Oct
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bridegirl08 asked:
I am looking for suggestions on how to shed about 8 pounds in 2 weeks with out completely starving myself. Is there anyone out there who has done this with success?
I know it is not good for the body to lose this amount in such a short amount of time, but it is something I am going to have to do one way or the other.
Should I cut out carbs, or maybe try nutritional drinks? Please help with what ever you may have tried.
Charles
I am looking for suggestions on how to shed about 8 pounds in 2 weeks with out completely starving myself. Is there anyone out there who has done this with success?
I know it is not good for the body to lose this amount in such a short amount of time, but it is something I am going to have to do one way or the other.
Should I cut out carbs, or maybe try nutritional drinks? Please help with what ever you may have tried.
Charles
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look up the cabbage soup diet.
eat a bowl of steam veggies.. a copule times a day and make sure you drink only water and workout.. like do cardio for atleast 1 hour a day
Cut out the carbs completely. Eat as much meat and veggies and fruit. Make sure you eat a banana day and drink lots of water. However if you start feeling dizzy, add some carbs to your diet. Don’t eat 4-5 hours before bed.
With the diet of red tea, at a rate of 4 cups per day, it was observed a loss up to 7 pounds in 5 days. This diet is thus an excellent starting point when one starts a diet and should be followed of a balanced diet to ensure the slimming and not to suffer from a yo-yo effect.
If one achieved the goal and lost 6 or 7 pounds in 5 days, one will gradually add other food to the proposed menus: meats, dairy products, etc., and so not lose the benefit of the diet.
I tried a program that helped me lose a lot fo weight all naturally and maybe it will help you too. The program even has a very easy to use meal planner. You still get to eat what you like but it automatically controls the portions for you. I listed the link below under source
You dont need to starve yourself, you just have to take the proper control over your body. This program will teach you a lot of stuff you prob dont know.
fast, starve yourself, whatever you have to do. I lost 8 lbs. in about 8 days, from just cutting my calorie intake to about 400 or a little less a day.
Hi bridegirl08,
The good news about the diet tips enclosed are they do not involve starving yourself, or using fad diets that can actually be bad for your long term health.
1. Drink water
Water is quite possibly the single most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off longer term.
Water acts as an appetite suppressant by keeping your stomach full and fending off dehydration which can lead to false cravings/hunger.
Water also helps your body metabolize stored fat by helping the kidneys flush out waste. When you don’t drink enough water the liver which works to provide stored fat for energy helps the kidneys eliminate waste and becomes less effective at metabolizing fat.
Drinking water ice cold burns about 62 calories a day. Your body has to work to raise that waters temperature to your body’s temperature. This equals around 430 calories per week.
2. Eat regularly
This means eating 5 times a day and the most important meal is breakfast.
Make sure you fuel your body first thing in the morning to avoid hunger pangs later in the day.
When you eat 5 times a day you will never feel hungry, make sure the total calories consumed are sensible and don’t over eat in any of the meals learn portion size control!
3. Eat lots of fibre
Eating adequate fiber foods to help keep things moving through your bowel. And like water, fiber rich foods bulk you up and make you feel fuller for longer.
Fibre is found only in plant foods our bodies cant digest it to so it simply goes through the body. During the elimination process it cuts calories consumed by attaching to protein and fat that you eat along with it removes that as well
In addition, high fiber foods are typically low in calories and filling, so you are reducing your calorie intake overall.
Good fibre foods include: strawberries, apples, figs, chickpeas, potatoes, (with skins) broccoli, brown rice, beans, bran and nuts.
4. Consume more good fats
There are good fats and bad fats
Good fats provide you with essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids) needed for normal reproduction and growth, as well as for production of prostoglandin, a hormone like compound that regulates blood pressure, prevents blood clotting and lowers the risk of heart disease.
For example, the reason oily fish is a great food stems from the fact that the essential fatty acids which it contains can actually help your body burn fat more efficiently and protect against disease. Get at least three portions of oily fish a week with Salmon, mackerel, herrings and sardines being good choices. 5. Get plenty of quality protein
Quality protein is an effective weight control tool because of the satiety factor and its ability to keep you full for longer periods. It also balances out carbohydrates by preventing insulin spikes that cause energy loss and sugar cravings
Protein helps to maintain muscle mass which is important in the fat burning process.
Good choices include:
Fish, shrimps, Low fat cottage cheese, low fat yogurt, skimmed milk, egg whites, s Weight gain is caused by consuming too many calories, whether they are from carbohydrate, protein or fat.
6. Carbohydrates can help you lose weight
Don’t believe what you read about carbohydrates being bad for you, they can actually help you lose weight!
A diet containing good carbohydrates such fruits and vegetables, wholegrains and moderate in fat and calories, will result in weight loss
Good carbohydrates will also help you combat hunger pangs as they are slowly realized into the body.
When eating carbohydrates eat them from the earth with no refining or processing.
These include whole grains, vegetables; fruits and beans.
Sensible weight loss
If you have read the above you will see that it is not the food group, but the quality of the food in it that’s important for fast weight loss.
We have outlined all the major food groups above and providing you eat quality foods in these groups and eat a sensible 5 meals a day you will lose weight and feel healthy and full.
Most people are of the believe that dieting means starvation or taking diet pills. That’s not totally true, you can actually lose weight with some nice pressurable diets that does not require you to go into hunger strike. By sticking to some simple tips and rules you can eat your choice of food and still lose weight. As much as you exercise and eat mostly (but not all) healthy food you will lose weight.
A good diet should be the one that will help your body prevent illnesses. It should also help you shed off the exercise “unwanted” fat slowly but steadily by giving your body the right combination of nutrients. that’s the trick of natural weight loss.
Now lets talk about what a balance diet is. A richly -balanced diet should include meals rich in carbohydrates, protein and natural fats.
CARBOHYDRATES : About 45 % of your calorie intake must come from foods high in carbohydrates. This means if are on 1500-1600 calories daily diet, about 800 of your calorie intake should come from good carbs. Refrain from white flour, desserts and ice creams. Reduce you fizzy-pop and sweets intake, they will only contribute to the amount of weight you gain and give nothing to your healthy in return. You can eat oatmeal or whole grain cereal in replacement of fizzy-pop and sweets. Try whole grain breads, fruits and vegetables, oatmeal, whole grain cereals. These meals will give you enough vitamins, amino acids and fibers that will make you feel fuller for longer.
PROTEIN: Close to 30% of your calorie intake should come from meals high in protein such as fish, meat, chicken, yogurt, eggs and vegetables, fruits like apples, banana, oranges etc and seeds.
FATS : Another 25% of your calori intake should come from good fats such as cold-water fish, Flaxseed, walnuts and many others. These foods are essentially give omega 3 essential fatty acid which are very good for your overall well being. You must avoid, get rid of or reduce the use of hydrogenated oils.
Fish : is essentially low in fat, contains high protein ( same as red meat), and high in omega 3 fatty acids which not many proteins have. It also has less calories. You must learn to eat as much as 2-3 servings of fish instead of meat. Spinach: This is the low cost source of good nutrient for your body. It contains high Folic acid, minerals, and vitamins. It can be prepared in so many ways. Try to use it as often as possible in your diet.
wishing you all the best with your dieting.
First quick weight loss rule is to say goodbye to soda and alcoholic beverages. These are very high-caloric liquids that may hinder your goals in losing fat. Remember that one-third of your anatomy comprises water, so if you fill your body with sugary liquids, you are adding pounds rather than losing them.
Secondly, if you are really a fanatic of shakes and savory drinks, why not go for low-fat milkshakes instead? There is a wide variety that actually gives positive results in many milkshake drinkers. You can gain good hints from some realistic comments on the web or consult some fitness gurus who are also drinking them. By consistent intake of this low-fat health shakes, you can achieve a slimmer version of yourself and this one of the best ways to lose weight
Third rule says you must not eat in bulks but in tiny portions. Taking three big meals a day might have to be changed if you are serious about how to lose weight fast. Shifting from three big meals a day to six small ones might be wiser to do. Just get a good mix of high-fiber and low-fat dishes for best results. More frequent eating won’t allow your body to feel extreme hunger which sometimes can lead to indulgence. It will also boost your metabolism so as to aid you in quick weight loss
Fourth and fifth rule is a fusion of having a vegetable diet and fruit days, respectively. You don’t need to be a full vegan; instead, you can mix in protein-rich in your vegetable dish and end your meal with fruit dessert rather than cookies and cakes
heres a big tip
Well, it’s not too smart to lose weight quickly. It can easily be gained back… a healthy rate is considered 1-3 lbs a week…
Either way you decide to go, I hope this helps
Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the calories burned by your body on idle. This is the minimum amount of energy needed by the body at rest in the fasting state. This includes the body functions such as circulation, breathing, generating body heat, transmitting messages to the brain, cellular metabolism, and the production of body chemicals.
A simple way to determine your BMR is using the basic rule of ten. Multiply your weight by the number 10 and this is your BMR. For example a person weighing 150 pounds would have a BMR of 1500 calories. (150 x 10 = 1500).
This BMR number is about 60% of your total calorie needs for the day. The digestion and absorption of nutrients makes up 10% and the other 30% comes from your physical activity. This includes anything from blinking your eyes, getting dressed, washing the car, to running a marathon. For example, a person weighing 150 pounds would need:
Basal Metabolism…………… 60%……….1500 calories
Digestion and Absorption……10%……… 250 calories
Physical Activity………………. 30%……… 750 calories
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Energy use for the day……. 100%……….2500 calories
Therefore to lose weight, one needs to consume fewer calories than are needed each day.
Basically, you create a deficit of calories in 2 (or 3) different ways:
Eating Less Calories than you Burn each Day.
Eat anything less than what you use each day (1500 cal BMR, 250 cal digestion= 1750), consistently, and you will lose weight. So, if you eat 1200 on this day (a 550 calorie deficit), and all week long like this, you will lose 1 pound (3500 calories) in about a week.
Exercising More
Keep your caloric intake the same (1750) and create your deficit by burning extra calories. So, if you burned 500 calories through exercise alone, you will still lose 1 pound in about a week.
A Combination of Both Diet and Exercise
This is the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off.
Say you cut your calories by 300 and burn 250 calories with exercise. There is your 550 calorie deficit—with much less deprivation and work.
You could speed it up by cutting more calories and exercising more—whatever works best for you. Some people hate to diet, others hate to exercise, so maybe you’ll do more or less of either one.
Of course, the example above was just for simplicity. You can cut any number of calories from your diet (more or less than the 500 in the example) and you can burn more or less than the example illustrates. As long as you are consistent, your deficit will add up over time…and you’ll slim down.