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Monday 31st October 2011Festive Fat-Busting Tips
Posted on October 31st 2011 at 03:37pm0 Comments
Indulge over Christmas without piling on the pounds, with Slimming247's festive fat-busting tips.
1. Eat a banana or glass of milk before going out; not only will they help with alcohol absorption, but also mean you're less likely to consume calorie-laden canapes.
2. A small glass of Champagne contains only 90 calories, and a standard measure of vodka with diet mixer just 100 calories. Opt for these over creamy cocktails, and, better still, alternate with low-calorie soft drinks to avoid a hangover.
3. Choose your canapes wisely; opt for crudites over breadsticks, and tomato based dips over creamy ones. Avoid anything pastry based, such as sausage rolls and vol au vents, and instead choose lean grilled chicken skewers or king prawns.
4. Hit the dance floor at a party - it burns calories and keeps you away from the buffet table!
5. Christmas dinner doesn't have to ruin your good intentions; turkey breast is a rich source of protein yet is low in fat. Just remember to eat it without the skin, and load up your plate with healthy, festive vegetables such as brussel sprouts and red cabbage instead of roast potatoes or parsnips.
6. Suggest a walk after Christmas dinner - it is all too easy to slump in front of the TV after a big meal, but fresh air and exercise will prevent you snacking on nuts or chocolate, and will help to burn calories.
7. a>life Thermo T5 Ultra is our lightest formula, and is the perfect aid to support maintenance. Buy now for only £32.00 (RRP £40.00) for 60 capsules.
Monday 31st October 2011Shape up in time for Christmas!
Posted on October 31st 2011 at 03:22pm0 Comments
With less than eight weeks until Christmas, most of us are beginning diet plans or upping our exercise regimes to ensure we look our best for the party season. Slimming247 has a number of diet aids available to help you reach your weight loss goals in time for the festivities.
New formula a>life Thermo T5 Ultra is our lightest formula, which helps to promote gradual weightloss – the perfect option if you only have a few pounds to lose. a>life Thermo T5 Ultra is the perfect aid to lose weight steadily or support maintenance. Unlike other fat burners, which give you a quick burst of energy and crash, a>life Thermo T5 Ultra has a unique time release formula that helps to keep you burning fat for hours after your workout without the crash. Priced at £32.00 (RRP £40.00) for 60 capsules; click here to buy >
Looking for other health benefits as you slim? Try Forza T5 Super Strength with Acai Berry, which builds on the success of Forza’s T5 Max Strength, but contains added acai berry – one of the world’s best natural super foods. This well blended compound of ingredients can tone and tighten your body by burning excess fat and giving that important boost to help push you through any work out, whilst harnessing the power of acai berry –believed to have anti-aging and antioxidant properties, perfect if you’re planning on celebrating with a few drinks this Christmas! Priced at £34.00 (RRP £44.00) for 60 capsules; click here to buy >
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The run up to the Christmas holiday can mean working late to meet deadlines, or celebratory drinks after work. No time to work out? Take your weight loss to new levels with a>life Thermo Nightime and burn fat whilst you sleep! The ingredients used in a>life Thermo Nightime are compounds derived from nature, which maximise the metabolic process whilst you sleep. a>life Thermo Nightime attacks fat by increasing metabolism, heightening energy levels and suppressing appetite. Priced at £28.00 (RRP £35.00) for 60 capsules; click here to buy >
Once you’ve reached your weight loss goals, it is still possible to indulge over Christmas without piling on the pounds. Check out our festive fat-busting tips on our blog by clicking here >
Wednesday 27th July 2011New! a>life Thermo Nightime Fat Burners - Slim While You Sleep!
Slimming 247 has just launched a>life Thermo Nightime Fat Burners - maximise the metabolic process while you sleep!
The ingredients used in a>life Thermo Nightime Fat Burners (60 Capsules) are compounds derived from nature, and is the only product on the market that contains this unique blend of ingredients.
a>life Thermo Nightime Fat Burners (60 Capsules) contains the perfect blend of natural ingredients for fat burning, weight loss and maintenance. It attacks fat by increasing metabolism and suppressing appetite.
The new generation in thermogenic weight loss; take your weight loss to new levels with a>life Thermo Nightime Fat Burners (60 Capsules) and burn fat whilst you get a good night sleep.
This new product is usually priced at £35 but we're offering it at the introductory price of just £28 plus p&p - buy now and slim whilst you sleep!
Tuesday 23rd February 2010Low Carb V Low Fat: Which is Better?
A study out of Duke University, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, showed low carb dieting to be effective in lowering blood pressure, compared to a low fat diet and the drug Orlistat (Xenical).
Here are the particulars of the study and some commentary:
Here are the particulars of the study and some commentary:
- There were 146 overweight participants. One group was assigned to a low carbohydrate ketogenic diet, one group was assigned to a low fat diet and 120mg of Orlistat, 3 times per day.
- The study was 48 months in length.
- Participants had a range of health problems typically associated with obesity, including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and arthritis.
The Results
- Both groups lost nearly 10% of their body weight.
- Both groups saw relatively equal changes in body weight, cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels.
- The low carb group experienced a marked reduction in blood pressure, with nearly half (47%) of patients in this group either reducing or discontinuing their blood pressure medication. Conversely, only 21 percent of the Orlistat plus low-fat diet group, experienced a reduction in medication use. Lead researcher William Yancy called this result "surprising".
A Closer Look
I must first disclose that I have not seen the entire study, so my commentary will be more cursory in nature.
I must first disclose that I have not seen the entire study, so my commentary will be more cursory in nature.
- This study definitely warrants a further, look but it really emphasizes that people can improve health markers without the use of medication.
- It was a bit surprising to me that the low carb group didn't have more of an edge in blood sugar and triglyceride levels (they had more favorable HDL cholesterol and blood sugar indicators, but not statistically significant).
- The Orlistat was for the most part well tolerated by participants.
- 79% of the low carb group finished the study vs. 88% of the low fat group.
Final Thoughts
If you sift through the low carb vs. low fat aspect of the study, you'll find that the counselling appeared to be the trump card. Says Yancy:
The bottom line is that many diet options are proving effective at weight loss. But, it's counselling patients on how to best follow the options that appears to be making the biggest impact.
The message here is that different dietary patterns can be effective, and the important part is finding a way of eating you can best stick with.
I have to admit I'm not a big fan of extremes. Weight loss medication trials (including Orlistat) have been underwhelming at best and ketogenic diets, while effective for some, are difficult to stick with and unnecessarily restrictive.
Bottom line: I think there's a happy medium in there somewhere. Oh, and whatever way of eating you try, be sure to get some support.
If you sift through the low carb vs. low fat aspect of the study, you'll find that the counselling appeared to be the trump card. Says Yancy:
The bottom line is that many diet options are proving effective at weight loss. But, it's counselling patients on how to best follow the options that appears to be making the biggest impact.
The message here is that different dietary patterns can be effective, and the important part is finding a way of eating you can best stick with.
I have to admit I'm not a big fan of extremes. Weight loss medication trials (including Orlistat) have been underwhelming at best and ketogenic diets, while effective for some, are difficult to stick with and unnecessarily restrictive.
Bottom line: I think there's a happy medium in there somewhere. Oh, and whatever way of eating you try, be sure to get some support.
Disclaimer: Information on this web site is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Consult with your physician before making any changes to your diet.
Posted on February 23rd 2010 at 11:30am1 Comments
