Slimming and Nutrition

For women, a waist size of over 32” can potentially lead to serious health problems. Whilst 32” doesn’t seem like much, if most of a woman’s fat is around her waist rather than at her hips, she can be at a higher risk for heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. Almost half of adults underestimate how large their waists can get before it can have an impact on their health. Sometimes what’s going on inside the body can be concealed and that is why diet and nutrition is vital for optimum health.

Reasons people can struggle to lose weight

Successful weight loss is not complex. Quite simply, it is a matter of eating less calories than you burn in a day. But it won’t happen overnight. If you consume 500 less calories than you burn per day, it will take you a week to lose 1lb. It’s basic maths.

• They don’t see almost instant progress, so they quit. • They see some success on a fad diet, get the results they want, then revert back to their old lifestyle, gaining back everything they lost and often additional weight on top. • Complicated diets often have people obsessively measuring their food, taking pills and eating foods they hate. The result is that they get bored and frustrated, because they think they’re doing everything right. They quit when it is not successful.

• With some weight loss programmes, where people restrict themselves to repetitive meal and exercise people can very easily become bored and unable to sustain the plan. The best eating and training plan is one that the individual will enjoy, and be able to stick to long term. • For many who are new to training, they find the muscular pain when they work hard in the gym or pool etc., too much to handle. • Sometimes it’s difficult to eat healthily when a person feels that they are missing out on the foods that their partner or friends stull enjoy.

Losing weight naturally

Many natural ingredients have powerful benefits for people losing weight: Sencha green tea: Sencha is a Japanese tea that packs powerful health benefits. It’s full of antioxidants, is fantastic for your skin and revs up that slacking metabolism. It’s great for fat burning and reducing cholesterol, and fights inflammation, acne and helps regenerate damaged cells. Lotus leaf: Lotus leaf is fantastic in aiding high blood pressure. It originated in India and its calming properties alleviate restlessness, heart palpitations and insomnia. It is good for gut health as it soothes away gas, cramps, bloating and is an effective anti-inflammatory too. It’s a great source of B & C vitamins and for helping detox the body. Pu’Erh leaf: Pu’Erh has long been valued in Chinese Herbalism for its vast benefits which include weight loss, cardiovascular benefits and reduction in cholesterol. It’s a gentle cleansing leaf which cleans up gathered toxins in the body. It can help alleviate bloating or digestion problems. Studies have also shown that pu-erh significantly suppresses fatty acid synthesis. Lemon Grass: This citrusy leaf as the name suggests has the fragrance of lemon, but is milder and sweeter in taste. It has been used as an ancient remedy for all stomach problems in Chinese medicine such as bloating, constipation and indigestion. Again, it’s a leaf that is packed with antioxidants and fantastic for detoxing. It’s a natural fat burner and builds up the immune system, helping beat those colds and flus a lot quicker. Garcinia cambogia extract: The name Garcinia Cambogia has become well known in recent years for its health benefits, including its ability to aid weight loss, reduce stress, fight depression, lower cholesterol, regulate blood sugar, increase metabolism and boost energy levels to name but a few. It’s also a great natural appetite suppressant, so really is a staple ingredient in the recipe for sustainable weight loss. Rhubarb root: Rhubarb is packed with minerals, vitamins, organic compounds and other nutrients that make it ideal for keeping the body healthy. It’s a massive source of vitamin K, which supports healthy bone growth and can limit neuronal damage in the brain. It is good for bloating, skin care and as it’s a huge source of fibre, is great for aiding weight loss too. Hibiscus leaf: A natural rich antioxidant, hibiscus gently cleanses the body from harmful and unwanted toxins. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which again are great for acne and other skin conditions. It can also be beneficial for women who suffer from PMS, or for a boost of energy. Fennel: relaxes the digestive tract which eases uncomfortable symptoms. It’s also a natural blood cleanser and is known for reducing cellulite and regulating appetite. It’s also beneficial for the heart health and balancing hormones. Chamomile: properties include soothing upset stomachs, helping with sleep, boosting immunity, skin care and much more. It can lower blood sugar levels which in turn protects the pancreas. The health of the pancreas is extremely important as it produces insulin, the hormone responsible for removing sugar from the blood.

Jasmine: The antioxidants in jasmine tea can help protect the body against damage from free radicals. It’s great for those who suffer with a sweet tooth while trying to achieve weight loss goals as it’s naturally sweet flavour satisfies most cravings for sweet foods. It also reduces fat and cholesterol absorption and is great for calming nerves.

WWho? Many woman and men alike will want lose weight. For women a

wait measurement of over 32” means she should consider losing weight

WWhat are the symptoms? Bloating, lack of energy, digestive problems H How long have they had the symptoms? Many women find it hard to

lose weight after having a baby

AAction already taken – Many have given up on restrictive or repetitive

diets through boredom or lack of results

MMedication – Diets pills are not suitable for many, for example those

with hypertension

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