HOW TO EAT LIKE A FRENCHMAN AND STAY LEAN
(1). for breakfast, nothing but coffee
(2). for lunch, a little salad and meat and a small glass of red wine
(3). for dinner, meat, poultry, or fish covered in some rich sauce, fresh vegetables, potatoes or pasta, unbuttered bread, a glass of wine, and dessert
(4). absolutely nothing but water or coffee (and plenty of cigarettes) between meals
(5). Instead of a cup of coffee for breakfast, I have a single boiled egg. For lunch, I eat salad or veggies plus a small piece of fish or meat. For dinner, I consume as much as I want of anything, including wine and dessert, but it must all be eaten within a 60-minute period.
(6). The Italians — also generally thin — eat in a very similar way.
(7). If you’ve had trouble keeping thin, you might want to give this eating approach a try.
EAT MORE TO LOSE MORE WEIGHT
If your goal is to lose weight this year – whether 5 pounds or 50 – you should NOT go on a diet. Dieting fails for more than 9 out of 10 people – for two very simple reasons.
First, most “diets” focus on restricting the amount of food you eat. And unless you enjoy being in a perpetual state of hunger, you won’t stick with it. Plus, by restricting calories, you send a signal to your body that you are starving. This sets off a survival mechanism that slows down your metabolism and causes your body to hoard what you eat and store it as fat. With a decreased metabolism, you’re bound to regain the weight – and then some – when you begin to eat normally.
If you want to lose weight – and keep it off for life – you should eat smaller meals more frequently. And you should focus on eating more of the right foods. This will raise your metabolism naturally. It will send a signal to your body that there is no emergency – that it is okay to release fat.
So ditch the foods that add to your belly and detract from your health, and keep your kitchen (and your workplace) well stocked with nutritious foods and snacks. I make it a point to always keep fruit, yogurt (unsweetened … I just add a little Stevie and berries), almonds, sardines, peanut butter, and celery around. I also spend some time every few weeks to make healthy meals that I can freeze in individual portions. That way, when I don’t have time to prepare a meal, I always have a healthy lunch or dinner ready to go.
EAT YOUR BREAKFAST
The majority of people who are successful at losing weight and keeping it off eat breakfast every day. Researchers at the National
Weight Control Registry analyzed data on nearly 3,000 people who had lost an average of 70 pounds and kept the weight off for a year or more. 85% of the subjects said they eat breakfast at least six or seven days a week. Only 4% said they never eat breakfast
ADD SOME ALMONDS TO YOUR DIET
Nuts are a source of monounsaturated fats – and most nutrition experts believe that lose fat, improve insulin resistance, reduce cholesterol, and lower blood pressure
Most people who exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet do it because they want to enjoy a long life
DO OR DIET
Diet plays a crucial role in the anti-ageing process.
If you have any nutritional deficiencies or hormonal imbalances, dietary changes are suggested for you, in addition to your nutrition programme, which will consist primarily of antioxidant vitamins, minerals and herbs.
You will also be advised to exercise, as regular exercise helps improve blood circulation, metabolism and keeps all body parts in good health. Remember, what goes into your body shows up in your appearance.
You can slow down the pace at which you age. Making certain dietary rules a part of your lifestyle can help you in this. Water is one thing that your body needs to perform biochemical processes that make your skin clear, bright and beautiful.
This powerful and easy-to access-nutrient will help you to take a few years off your appearance in no time. Learn to make your diet the most important part of your anti-ageing programme.
Eat the freshest possible fruits and vegetables, combined with low- fat sources of protein and lots of fibre and some amount of complex carbohydrate.
A diet that’s rich in proteins and essential fatty acids helps to reduce inflammation, lowers your blood sugar and keeps your skin radiant and healthy.
Protein is absolutely essential for repairing the damage done by free radicals. Lack of protein prevents cellular repair and makes you age faster. What’s more, it also has a positive effect on your moods and prevents mood swings. Include plenty of antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, Coenzyme-Q and alpha lipoid acid in your diet, as these improve gum health and make your teeth strong and healthy.
You can never truly do an anti-ageing programme unless you get plenty of rest and at least five days of moderate exercise in a week. While it is unrealistic to hope to remain young forever, a few dietary changes can stagger the process of ageing by a few years.
People have long sought to resist the aging process. Very few people believe that there is a possibility of eternal youth, but many believe that aging can be slowed down and that life and beauty can both be extended. Anti-aging medicine is readily available to help people accomplish those goals. These anti-aging formulations cull the best in anti-aging science and many use traditional herbs as well.
Examples, of these anti-aging medications include; Omega-3 Fatty acids, Saw Pimento, Shark Cartilage, soy proteins, chondroitin sulphate, Coenzyme Q10 and Evening Prime Rose.
(1). Omega-3 fatty acid reportedly offers heart protection, lowers blood pressure, fights inflammation and in the process relieves arthritis symptoms. However, there are reports that Omega-3 Fatty acids may increase bleeding and may contribute to bloating.
(2). Saw Pimento is a traditionally used herb that is an anti-aging medicine reputed to increase lagging libido, prevent hair loss in men, helps low thyroid and may sooth an irritated bladder. On the down side of this saw pimento may cause headaches, nausea and diarrhea to name a few side effects.
(3). Shark cartilage is used as an anti-aging medicine that supposedly treats cancer, and helps to ease ligaments and joints that are inflamed due to arthritis. It also may cause toxicity, nausea and fatigue.
(4). Soy products have long been recommended to menopausal women as a mean of supplementing hormones. It contains hormone like substances called phytoestrogens that in some ways mimic natural hormones.
(5). another commonly used anti-aging medicine is chondroitin. Chondroitin sulphate is used to reduce inflammation as well with relatively low incidence of side effects such as stomach irritation and bloating.
(6). Coenzyme Q10 may slow down the aging process and increase metabolism. Further it is used to treat high blood pressure and help build immunity.
(7). finally, evening primrose is another herbal anti-aging medicine that is used to treat cardiovascular disease, reduce hot flashes, therapeutic for diseases of the skin and aid in weight loss
Posted on June 13th, 2008 by admin
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