Weight Loss Diets | Diet vs Disease https://www.dietvsdisease.org/weight-loss-diets/ Personalized Health, On Demand. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:33:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-diet-vs.-disease-symbol-full-color-rgb-1000px-w-300ppi-favicon-32x32.png Weight Loss Diets | Diet vs Disease https://www.dietvsdisease.org/weight-loss-diets/ 32 32 Green Tea To Slim Down: How Your Favorite Green Brew Can Help Your Weight Loss https://www.dietvsdisease.org/green-tea-weight-loss/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/green-tea-weight-loss/#respond Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:29:39 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13940 Green tea has become a popular weight loss tool, but is it really all that effective for dropping those extra pounds? This no-calorie beverage is one of the world’s healthiest, as it comes packed with antioxidants, polyphenols and other health-promoting nutrients. Many people tout the virtues of drinking green tea on a daily basis to help fight inflammation, lower risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease, and—of course—help you lose weight. In this article, we’ll dive into the research to see how (and if) you can drink green tea for weight loss. What is in Green Tea? Green tea is made from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis and dates back to ancient China, where it was consumed for its medicinal properties. Classic Chinese texts recognized it as a strong anti-inflammatory. Modern science is just now catching up to this[Discover More...]

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]]> https://www.dietvsdisease.org/green-tea-weight-loss/feed/ 0 Weight Loss Macros: Are They Your Formula for Success? https://www.dietvsdisease.org/weight-loss-macros/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/weight-loss-macros/#respond Wed, 07 Aug 2019 12:42:36 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13728 Counting weight loss macros has become a popular approach to losing weight, because you can essentially eat what you want – to a degree. In fact, macro counting is sometimes referred to as flexible dieting, or IIFYM (“if it fits your macros”). So, what are macros and should you be counting them if you want to lose weight? This article looks into the role of macros and whether or not keeping track of them is a viable way to lose weight. Click here to subscribe Macronutrients for Weight Loss Macronutrients (macros, for short) include protein, fat, carbohydrates and water. These are nutrients that we need in large amounts for energy (calories) and optimal health. Like calorie counting, macro counting promotes weight loss by creating a calorie deficit. However, it’s a bit more complicated because it requires that you hit three[Discover More...]

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]]> https://www.dietvsdisease.org/weight-loss-macros/feed/ 0 Is a Vegan Diet Best for Weight Loss? 7 Day Vegan Diet Plan Included https://www.dietvsdisease.org/vegan-diet-weight-loss/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/vegan-diet-weight-loss/#respond Wed, 24 Jul 2019 10:49:59 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13643 Is a vegan diet weight loss plan the best way to shed some extra pounds? Based on scientific evidence, it very well could be. Read on to learn if a vegan diet may be right for you, and how to get started on a 7-day vegan diet weight loss plan. Vegan Diet and Weight Loss A vegan diet excludes all animal products, including meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy. Along with these types of foods, you’ll also need to look out for hidden animal products. Ingredients to avoid include: Some vegans also choose to give up honey, though that is a matter of personal preference. If you’re motivated to follow a vegan diet weight loss plan for religious, ethical or environmental reasons, you’ll want to avoid these foods. However, if you’re just interested in weight loss, you may be able[Discover More...]

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]]> https://www.dietvsdisease.org/vegan-diet-weight-loss/feed/ 0 A Simple Low-Carb Meal Plan for Weight Loss https://www.dietvsdisease.org/low-carb-meal-plan/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/low-carb-meal-plan/#respond Wed, 26 Jun 2019 11:25:38 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13331 A low-carb meal plan may be your key to losing weight. Low-carb diets have become increasingly popular, with some people claiming that weight loss can become practically effortless when going low-carb. However, these diets aren’t for everyone. Here, we’ll go over some pros and cons of low-carb dieting and provide a simple low-carb meal plan for weight loss. What is a Low-Carb Meal Plan? A low-carb meal plan limits foods that contain carbohydrates, including fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy and sweets. That said, there’s no universal definition of what makes a low-carb meal plan. Any diet that contains fewer than 45% of calories from carbohydrates could technically be considered low-carb, but most popular low-carb diets contain no more than 25% of calories from carbs (125 grams per day on a 2,000-calorie diet) (1). It’s not always necessary to calculate your daily[Discover More...]

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]]> https://www.dietvsdisease.org/low-carb-meal-plan/feed/ 0 How to Lose 20 Pounds Fast: Is It Even Possible? https://www.dietvsdisease.org/lose-20-pounds/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/lose-20-pounds/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:50:42 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13223 For various reasons, many people find themselves wondering how to lose 20 pounds quickly. Having reasonable expectations can help protect your health and also ensure long-term success. So, how long should it take to lose 20 pounds (about 9 kilograms)? Below, we discuss if it’s possible to do in two months or less. How to Lose 20 Pounds in 2 Weeks? Simple math reveals that it’s unrealistic to lose 20 pounds in 2 weeks. Weight loss occurs when you eat fewer calories than you burn. The number of calories you burn each day is called your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE). It’s determined by your age, height, weight, activity levels and other factors. You can estimate your TDEE using this calculator. Generally speaking, you need to burn about 3,500 more calories than you eat to lose one pound. This can[Discover More...]

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]]> https://www.dietvsdisease.org/lose-20-pounds/feed/ 2 The Ultimate Weight Loss Diet Plan for Diabetics https://www.dietvsdisease.org/diabetic-diet/ https://www.dietvsdisease.org/diabetic-diet/#respond Wed, 29 May 2019 17:02:59 +0000 https://www.dietvsdisease.org/?p=13141 Diabetes and its complications are more common than ever before. For this reason, it’s fundamental to follow a well-planned diabetic diet if you have diabetes (1). More than 85% of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese, and rates of the disease have increased in parallel with the increased prevalence of obesity (2). So for diabetics, weight loss will help improve your blood sugar control and reduce your overall health risks. Here, we’ll look at the benefits of specific diabetic diets for weight loss, and offer some practical suggestions and meal plans for those looking to lose weight. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that causes too much sugar to accumulate in the blood. It’s caused by a malfunction in the body’s response to insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood glucose (also known as[Discover More...]

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