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Top 5 Tips to Lose Weight for This Summer!
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Jun 21, 2008 - 2:33:35 PM

(HealthNewsDigest.com) - If you are you looking for a quick and easy way to lose weight, don't panic! You're not alone. In fact, According to Frost & Sullivan, there are almost 74 million obese people in the U.S. and their predictions are that by 2012, as many as 88 million Americans will suffer from obesity. An estimated 50 million will go on diets and while some will succeed in taking the weight off, very few ¯perhaps 5 percent¯ will manage to keep all of it off in the long run.

Developing habits that will eventually help you keep extra weight off and taking a few proactive steps to burn extra calories, are the keys to successful weight loss. Summer is the perfect time to start. Gradual changes can have lasting effects that will win in the long run over fad diets. Katie Howitt, Marketing Manager of Proactol, one of the leading fat binders in the weight loss industry, recommends 5 ways to lose weight successfully.

1. Eat six times a day: It has been proven that regular eating will kick start your metabolism. Having three meals per day plus regular snacks can also help you lose a few pounds. By doing this, you can reduce your calorie intake and have less food cravings during the day. Plan healthy snacks in advance.

2. Fat Binders: Typically an adult will consume 40 per cent of their daily calories in the form of fat. With each gram of fat resulting in nine calories compared to four calories for carbohydrates and protein, you can see that by eating more fat you are more likely to put on weight. According to Proactol., fat binders allow you to reduce your calorie intake from fat by up to 28 percent and when they are used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise, they accelerate weight loss. Proactol is entirely organic, natural and suitable for vegetarians. It is made from dried cactus extract and is free from allergens, artificial colouring, flavours, salt, gluten and preservatives. It is a clinically proven product that is highly recommended by doctors from around the world. It has been clinically proven to help suppress your appetite and reduce food cravings, reduce your calorie intake and lower blood cholesterol levels.

3. Go to good online sites: Scientific studies indicate that if you have lots of support and a weight-loss buddy, you are more likely to lose weight and keep it off. Internet programs help you sustain weight loss better than those who met face-to-face in a support group. Look out for website that offers routines and online support. You can share tips, success stories or lend support to other dieters using the interactive message board. Proactol.com offers free access to weight loss resources.

4. Eat Breakfast: By eating breakfast, you are less likely to snack on sugary and fatty foods later on during the day. The best thing to do is overcome the reasons you have about not having breakfast and make it part of your day. If you're too busy in the morning, prepare as much as you can the night before. Try just a glass of pure, unsweetened fruit juice, a banana, yoghurt or slice of toast. According to a study of the American Dietetic Association, those who don't eat breakfast are less likely to engage in physical activity, resulting in positive energy balance and weight gain.

5. Realistic exercise plan: The best way to maintain a healthy weight and take care of your body is to exercise moderately. You definitely need to be realistic in your workout or exercise regime and not be over zealous to begin with. The best way to build fitness into your life is to plan ahead and get a routine going.

It is better to aim for 20-30 minutes of exercise a day. Realistically speaking, any thing that gets you moving about and warms you up will make a difference.

Remember that exercise can help you reduce cravings for sugar, nicotine and other drugs, as well as boost your brain power and immune system.

A top tip is to do exercise with a friend or relative, as you’ll be less likely to talk yourself out of it.

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