Saturday, May 13, 2006

Weight Loss Tip - Interval In Walking Routine

One of the best ways to take a walking routine up a notch is to add some interval training. This means you'll speed up your pace for a minute or two every several minutes. If you're walking more than one mile, you could also alternate a run-walk, adding arm movements, or ankle weights while leaving one mile to take a little more slowly.

Source : WeightLoss About

Friday, May 12, 2006

Weight Loss Tip - Losing Weight Per Week

How much weight should one lose per week ?
 
It is recommended that people lose no more than one to two pounds per week or about one per cent  of their existing body weight. The longer it takes someone to lose weight, the more likely they are to keep it off. Quick weight loss slows down body metabolism so that calories are burned more slowly. This will eventully contribute to weight gain.
 
 
Source : TOI

Thursday, May 11, 2006

Benefits Of Eating Watermelon

Watermelon has always been a good source of Vitamins A and C, and provides potassium and fibre. But now consumers have even more reasons to enjoy a sweet slice of the tasty fruit. Findings from USDA scientists indicate that watermelon contains high levels of lycopene - an antioxidant that may help the body fight cancer and prevent disease. Found only in select fruits and vegetables, lycopene is very effective at trapping cancer-promoting agents called free-oxygen radicals. A study found that men who ate lycopene-rich diets of tomatoes and tomato products had a much lower risk of developing certain cancers, especially prostrate cancer. A and a half of watermelon contains about 14 or 15 mg of lycopene - higher than many other fruits.
Source : TOI

Wednesday, May 10, 2006

Weight Loss Tip - Do Eat Favorite Foods

10. Eat your favorite foods regularly.

If you deny yourself your favorite high-fat foods, you are more likely to crave them and finally binge. Occasionally eating these foods can reduce cravings and binges. Remember, no food is taboo. Every food is okay in moderation.

Source : University of Arizona

Tuesday, May 09, 2006

Weight Loss Tip - Eat More During Day.

9. Eat bigger meals earlier in the day, when activity is greatest, and smaller meals in the evening.

Eat meals and snacks throughout the day to maintain blood glucose and energy levels. During the evening, activity is usually minimal. As a result, a large meal will more likely be stored as fat. A moderate-size evening meal will help replace glycogen stores.

Source : University of Arizona

Monday, May 08, 2006

Weight Loss Tip - Don't Cut Out All Fat Items

8. Don't cut out all fat items.

Many athletes feel that fat intake is the culprit to unwanted weight gain. Although excess fat intake leads to weight gain, a certain amount of fat is necessary to maintain good health and performance.

Source : University of Arizona