Natural remedies for Weight loss
Weight loss ideas!
Obesity is a condition characterized by excessive body fat. Obesity is the hunting ground for diseases. Obese people often have low metabolism and it is difficult for them to have any kind of weight loss and could be subjected to increased blood sugar conditions.
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Factors for Obesity include lack of exercise, inherited factors, hormonal disorders, stress, excessive intake of high calory foods. Obesity is an increasing problem in developing and developed countries including the United States. Obesity is usually determined by body mass index or BMI
BMI : 25-29-9 (Over weight)
BMI : 30 and above (Obese)
BMI : 40 and above (Extremely obese)
Natural remedies for Weight loss -
Reduce the amount of calories and increase exercise level.
Avoid eating red meat or eat it sparingly.
Turmeric increases fat metabolism. So use it.
Always drink lukewarm water. It increases metabolism.
Avoid smoking and excessive intake of alcohol.
Use only a limited amount of dairy products, as they are rich in calories.
Drink Ginger tea 2 to 3 times a day. Also, chew a thin slice of fresh ginger every day. It can also help with blood sugar.
Eat Green mint everyday, it is also helpful for weight loss.
Include lots of fresh fruits and green vegetables in diet. Use the fruits and vegetables that are low caloried like Cauliflower, Cabbage, Broccoli, Cucumber, Bananas and Spinach. Also consumption of Apples, Strawberries, Watermelon, Cherries, Sweet Potato, Fig and Pineapple is good as these are effective weight loss natural remedies.
Regular intake of Aloe vera based products is beneficial to help reduce obesity.
Tomatoes and Carrots are low in calories but high in vitamins, so add this to your meal.
Avoid or eat only minute portions of rice, potatoes, Chick peas.
Daily have a brisk walk for 30 minutes, followed by in take of a glass of low calorie Carrot juice.
Minimize in take of salt; Chocolates fortified with lot of sugars.
Adding fiber based products and fiber supplement like Gaur gum should help.
Avoid snacking and eating late into the night helps with blood sugar regulation.
Some Researchers stated that the combination of L-Organine, L-Ornithine and L-Lysine supplements can help burn fat in Obese people.
In a study conducted at the university of Rome, 5 HTP Amino acid (5-hydroxytryptophan) supplements, reduced calorie absorption by body and promoted weight loss in women, who otherwise made no conscious effort to lose weight. They had an average of 3 pounds weight loss during the five week period of using 5 HTP supplements.
Use of Flaxseed oil and Primrose oil is useful for blood sugar support and weight loss.
Use of seafood in diet, is advisable as it is a rich source of magnesium.
Researchers have stated that Coenzyme Q10 may help to promote weight loss.
The extract of Garcinia cambogia is very effective to lose weight. The dose should be decided based on body constitution.
Intake of decoction of Triphala is also useful to lose weight.
Spirulina is an effective remedy for obese persons. One can avoid flatulance, by taking black pepper along with Spirulina. Blood sugar, arthritis, Rheumatism also can be helped with Spirulina and black pepper.
Intake of Lemon juice with honey is one simple natural remedy.
Finally, limit or eliminate eating of white bread, sweets, refined cereals, fast food, foods with high calories, oily and spicy food.
In my conclusion, following the above natural remedies for weight loss along with taking herbal supplements should help people. It is always advisable to talk to a Medical Doctor also.
Dr. Veena Deo is an Ayurvedic Doctor in India. All the information provided above and opinions expressed above are her own and should not be construed as medical advice. This information and on supplements is provided for educational purposes only.