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Tuesday, 16 November 2010

  • My best DIET friend...

     

    Oh yes, my best tool since I started dieting has always been this site. And I'm sure you've come across this site whilst looking up calories!
    I might even be in love with it. Here's why:

    When you create an account there (and you can make it as discrete or out there as you like), you get a calorie coach / nutritionist! Yay!
    After filling out your information, they estimate when your target will be reached, and based off your updating of calories and weight the calorie coach updates this!

    To fill in your calories, all you need to to is search the item and them select the value after clicking add to food log.

    My favourite part? Well, being an extreme dieter, I always neglect nutrients... so my skin goes dull and I go weak... it's no good! Not if you want to be sexy skinny, not junkie looking...

    So it breaks down what you've eaten to tell you the fiber, vitamins, calcium, carbs... everything you could find in food really!

    And a little meter! that lets you know how much you have had... In my opinion the only flaw is that it only lets you go as low as 1200 for your calories/day goal... JUST GO AHEAD AND IGNORE THAT! he he :)

    It's all free, and I always do it whilst reading up on you pretties!
    Love you Much Skinnies xoxo

Tuesday, 01 December 2009

Monday, 30 November 2009

  • Reduce Your Appetite!

    (adapted from ask men)

    One factor that might be making things more and more difficult for you as you lose more weight is your increasing hunger levels. The slimmer you become, the more your body is going to fight further fat loss from taking place by increasing you hunger sensations you feel. It does this through a complex process that includes two main hunger hormones, leptin and ghrelin. With biology against us, I'm very glad to tell you lovelies that there are natural appetite suppressants to help you. Lucky for us, if you choose your foods and supplements wisely, you can help fight off some of that hunger, making it easier to maintain that low cal diet. Here are the appetite suppressants to focus on:

    Apples
    You’ve heard the saying: ”An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and now apples may do more than just that. One large apple supplies approximately 5 grams of fiber, which fills the stomach up for a longer period of time. Additionally, the sugars found in apples do not influence blood sugar levels as much as starchy carbs do, meaning you’ll have a reduced risk of a blood-sugar spike followed by a crash.

    Flaxseeds
    Flaxseeds are becoming a more popular way of getting in your essential fatty acids, but they also offer a good dose of soluble fiber to your diet. Sprinkle these little appetite suppressants into your yogurt or cottage cheese and you’ll provide your body with some slow-digesting fats to go along with the protein that’s already very satisfying.

    Water
    Staying well hydrated is another very important thing you must do if you hope to prevent hunger. Not only do we often mistake hunger for thirst, but when we are dehydrated we are more apt to feel tired, causing us to attribute this fatigue for a food shortage. If you truly are tired and lacking sleep, keep in mind that your brain will release a hormone telling your body that you’re hungry when, in fact, you are not.

    Hoodia
    Hoodia is a supplement that many people believe helps them control their hunger. Hoodia originated from Africa and was primarily used by hunters when they went out on hunting expeditions to prevent hunger pains from shortening their trip. Be aware, however, that it can take a few days to exert its affects; if you don’t feel anything at first, wait it out before making judgments.

    Chicken & vegetable soup
    Starting your meal off with soup is another way to reduce your appetite. Hot liquids in general tend to take the edge off hunger and since there are so few calories per cup, you can eat a good volume to fill your stomach. Chicken and vegetable soup is your best bet since the small amount of protein in the chicken will curb your hunger longer, while the vegetables and fluid will instantly fill you up.

    Wasabi
    Consuming spicy foods also helps to suppress the appetite. So next time you’re having sushi or fish try adding some wasabi to it to really tame your appetite. In addition to hunger suppression, wasabi has also been known to help protect against cancer and provide anti-inflammatory effects.

    Oatmeal
    Starting your day off with unsweetened oatmeal is a great way to prevent hunger later on in the morning. Oatmeal contains more dietary fiber than most cereal and is very low in sugars, meaning it’s not going to leave you with a blood-sugar crash. Add some cinnamon, unsweetened applesauce or a touch of sugar-free maple syrup for added flavor.

    Salmon
    Salmon works well to reduce your appetite due to the healthy fat it contains. Protein-rich foods are the most satiating nutrient upon being eaten, but fat is what has staying power to keep you feeling satisfied in the hours to come. By eating salmon, you’ll get the best of both worlds.

    Almonds
    Finally, almonds are another great source of healthy fats and make for a great snack between meals -- provided you watch portion sizes. Note that the hunger-reducing effects of nuts tend to take about half an hour before you feel them, so eat them before you reach the point of being extremely hungry or you’ll be tempted to eat more than just the nuts.

Thursday, 29 October 2009

  • inspiration: your face here!

    so i got really depressed about my weight today and was going through my thinspo to make me strong again, and i was looking at all the beautiful girls thinking about how i will never get there... but what if i did? equipped with basic paint i simply pasted my face to my faves... and how rewarding! like a preview... it's childidh, but i am so motivated now! xoxox



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  • Hi! I'm Bella <3 my xanga is full of tips and tricks to lose weight! I will post my tips and tricks as often as possible =) I am a Pharmacy Assistant so if any of you have questions to ask about meds or other, feel free to do so. Will Work For Minis! =P