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Raw Food Diet

July 14th, 2010

Is Eating a Raw Food Diet Actually Healthy for You?

Executive Summary about Raw Food Diet by Glen Jansen

raw foods diet

raw foods diet

Whatever diet you choose to live by, the food you eat has to provide your body with the nourishment to properly balance your body’s chemistry. The typical North American diet is woefully out of balance. Even what are commonly considered as healthy diets, such as low fat, vegetarian and vegan diets can be improperly balanced.

The good news is you can forget counting … cholesterol, calories, fat grams, carbohydrates, etc, if you eat a properly balanced diet. But, just what does a properly balanced diet consist of?

Many people know about acids. The opposite of acids are bases, or alkaloids. These alkaline substances will neutralize acids. Different tissues have different pH levels. The pH of your blood is slightly alkaline. The body will go to great lengths to keep that pH level fixed. The goal of any healthy eating regimen is to provide the body with the necessary building blocks in the proper pH such that the pH balance can be maintained easily. This chronic overacidity of the blood corrodes the tissues of the body. Green leafy vegetables are a great example of alkaline foods.

Can A Raw Food Diet Help You Lose Weight?

Executive Summary about Raw Food Diet by Lee Dobbins

While raw foods are not new, the focus on eating plans that focus on them are and this trend in healthy eating appears to be gaining strength across the country. The focus of the diet is on eating uncooked, highly nutritious foods – fruits and vegetables. If you decide a raw food diet is for you, you might consider supplements to compensate for the nutrients this diet is lacking. Some medical experts see great benefits in the raw food diet. Some medical experts have also suggested that a raw food diet is a good antidote to eating disorders. Some supporters even claim that eating raw foods improves the look of their skin.

A raw food diet is not recommended for children, women who are pregnant, people suffering from osteoporosis, and those who are anemic. If you try a raw food diet, you should to plan your meals in advance to insure that you are receiving the maximum amount of nutrients.

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Fast Diet

July 13th, 2010

Lose Weight Fast Diet

Executive Summary about Fast Diet by Waller Jamison

fast weight loss diet

fast weight loss diet

If you are looking for a lose weight fast diet, there are a number of things you must take into consideration.

It is also crucial to ensure that you don’t lose weight too quickly. There is a very high chance that you’ll put it back on again even faster .If you stay on a low calorie diet for a long period of time, you will end up with a lower basal metabolic rate than previously, which means you will have difficulty losing any more weight.

Before embarking on a lose weight fast diet you should learn a little about nutrition and it is a good idea to invest in a good quality vitamin and mineral supplement.

Lose Weight – Fast Diet Plan

Executive Summary about Fast Diet by Apiwat Songworn

By paying attention to the amount of food you eat, eliminating unnecessary sugar and fat from your foods and making sure you include absolutely delicious meals and snacks to keep your taste buds happy.

Top Fast Secrets

If you insist on whole milk, try two percent.

* Keep track of everything you eat and drink. No need to estimate calories – just write down the type of food or beverage and the amount.

* Cut your fat intake in half, that means half as much margarine or butter on toast, vegetables and your muffin, half the mayonnaise on your sandwich, and half the oil in the pan when you saute foods. You get the idea!

* Limit the sugar treats to three times per week maximum.

* Include good sources of protein at meal, chicken, fish, legumes, peanut, cottage cheese, eggs or yogurt.

* Eat at least one meatless lunch and dinner each week to reduce fat, increase fiber, and get yourself into the habit of building meals around whole grains, beans and vegetables.

* If you’re not currently using skim milk, go down to the level of fat content in the milk you use. For example, if you currently use two percent, use only one percent. If you insist on whole milk, try two percent.

* Eat at least two servings of fresh fruit every day. Choose whatever type of fruit is in season.
* Instead of fruit juice for breakfast or snack, drink water. Add a slice of lemon or lime for zest.

* Include two servings of vegetables with lunch and dinner, for a total of at least four servings per day.

* Choose one to two servings of foods made from whole grains with every meal.

* Shut off the TV whenever you eat – that includes meals and snacks. Studies show that we automatically eat larger portions when we snack in front of the tube, and typically those foods are high in fat and sugar, which means excess calories!

* Choose calories you can chew – that means only calorie-free beverages (except for milk) Sodas are loaded with empty calories, and fruit juices provide less fiber and vitamins per calorie than the fruit they’re made from.

* Plan ahead for meals and snacks so you know exactly what you plan to eat. Last-minute choice tends to be higher in calories and lower in satisfaction.

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