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Parathas are the real breakfast deal in every Indian kitchen. The flatbreads are most popularly made with whole wheat flour, plain or with preferred fillings, which includes vegetables and spices. If you're on a fitness journey or are looking to lose weight but not ready to compromise on your favourite foods, here are some healthy and wholesome paratha recipes to try for breakfast.
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3/4 whole wheat flour
1/2 cup quinoa
1/2 inch ginger
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp ghee
Salt as required
1/2 tsp jeera powder
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
In a large bowl, add flour and salt and combine together. Mix in the cumin seeds, ginger, garlic and salt and combine well. Add quinoa and incorporate. Add water little by little, and knead into a soft, smooth dough. Pinch out small portions of the dough and form a ball and then press the ball between your palms to flatten. Roll in the circular or triangular motion. Heat a tawa. Transfer the rolled out paratha to the pan. Sprinkle some ghee and flip to cook on both sides. Serve hot with pickle, chutney or curd.
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1 cup jowar flour3 tbsp whole wheat flour1 cup cauliflower2 tbsp chopped coriander1/2 tsp ginger paste1 tsp garlic pasteSalt as per taste2 chopped green chillies1/2 tsp turmeric powder1 pinch of hing1 tsp coriander powder1 tsp jeera powderGheeWater as required
Cut out the cauliflower florets and wash. Boil them until they're cooked. Drain the water and mash the florets. Add all the spices into it, add the jowar and whole wheat flour. With the help of water, combine and knead the dough. Pull out small portions of the dough and roll it like a chapati. Transfer on a tawa, drizzle some ghee and cook. Flip to cook the other side. Serve hot with green chutney.
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A mum who suffered three heartbreaking miscarriages has shed 35kg naturally - without stepping foot in a gym.
Brittany Gordon-Brown, from Queensland, was hoping to fall pregnant again in the hopes of growing her family after she gave birth to her first child, daughter Maila, four years ago.
But as she tipped the scales at 115kg, the 35-year-old started to think her weight gain sparked multiple health issues and infertility struggles that shattered her dreams of having more kids.
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I have never felt such painful loss until my first miscarriage. It was devastating, Brittany tells 7Life.
By the time the third miscarriage happened, I started to think it had to be my body failing these poor children.
My first focus was weight loss to ensure my diet and body function was processing correctly.
Determined to turn her life around, the administration officer went from a size 20 to 12-14 after she tweaked her lifestyle.
Years before her dramatic body transformation, Brittany lived off an unhealthy diet of convenience foods.
I didnt know how to eat and would grab whatever I could while juggling a child and a full time job, she recalls.
I found I was eating a lot of carbs and fats. I had no idea how or where to start and I seriously needed my hand held.
According to a global research, the average woman gains about 11 to 15kg during pregnancy.
Brittany says she ended up putting on 35kg.
As she was raising her daughter while struggling with her pregnancy weight, she was desperate to overcome her unhealthy habits when she started suffering excruciating knee and joint pain.
Ive never felt more self conscious than I did when I weighed 115kg, she says.
I was so tired all the time and my right knee was giving way.
I was constantly visiting the physiotherapist and doctor because I never felt physically or mentally right.
But after numerous miscarriages, I decided enough was enough. I knew I had to lose the weight if I wanted to feel healthy.
Her slim chances of getting pregnant again sparked her weight loss.
Knowing we werent going to be having any more children was the catalyst for me, she says.
If I couldnt fulfil the goal of growing our family, I needed to get into my best shape to ensure our four-year-old daughter Maila had a healthy and happy mother to rely on.
In November 2021, she signed up to the 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan, a low-calorie meal replacement that she combined with healthy eating and regular exercise.
While on the diet, I didnt exercise at all, she says.
I was far too self conscious of my own body and what I would look like when I exercised.
Within five months of healthy eating, she dropped 18kg.
Once I got to 75kg, I started doing Pilates and jogging to start working on my core strength, she says.
Starting the diet was the best decision I ever made as Ive developed such healthy lifestyle habits now.
More than 15 months on, she has lost an impressive 28kg.
Its amazing how fast the weight comes off if you stick to the plan and focus on the goal, she says.
I honestly dont think I would have lost the weight without this diet.
Brittany now follows a healthy diet - but occasionally treats herself to her guilty pleasures.
Just not every day, she says.
I stay really good during the week, and sway a little bit on the weekends.
We still need to live. All the hard work at the start takes the guilt out of the equation now.
BREAKFAST: Protein smoothie
LUNCH: Chicken salad
SNACK: Yoghurt and granola
DINNER: Steak with vegetables
Calorie counting is still necessary to maintain, but its a lot easier now, she says.
Her fitness has ranged from a body re-composition workout routine to strength training.
Its excellent and makes me feel great, she says.
Brittany, whos currently 73kg - feels happier and healthier than before as she can fit into her favourite outfits again and enjoy an active lifestyle with her little girl.
Old pictures of myself make me feel sad that I left the weight on for so long, she says.
But new pictures of myself make me feel really proud of myself.
I feel like a new, and even sexier woman.
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By Sophie Haslett For Daily Mail Australia 03:10 13 Mar 2023, updated 03:10 13 Mar 2023
Leading dietitians have shared the signs and symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, as it's revealed it affects one million Australians and women more than men.
Susie Burrell, from Sydney, and Leanne Ward, from Brisbane, are the co-hosts of the popular nutrition podcast The Nutrition Couchwhich aims to dispel myths around dieting and healthy eating and explain how you can produce the best results.
Thyroid dysfunction involves either the over or under activity of the thyroid gland.Your thyroid creates and produces hormones that play a vital role in many different systems throughout your body.
If your thyroid isn't functioning properly, you may gain or lose weight quickly and unexpectedly.
According to Susie and Leanne, it's of 'vital importance' that the thyroid gland is functioning and perfectly in balance.
'The thyroid gland regulates metabolism alongside a host of other things, and thyroid problems can have a profound effect on how we feel on a day-to-day basis,' Susie said on the show.
She added: 'Over a million Aussies live with thyroid dysfunction and it's particularly common here because our soil is very low in iodine, which is important to regulate thyroid function.'
The dietitians explained that the thyroid is a gland that is located 'at the front of the neck near where the voice box is'.
'It has a key role in regulating a number of the body's systems including the body and brain, temperature, energy levels and metabolic function,' Susie said.
If you have thyroid dysfunction, your thyroid gland will either be underactive (hypothyroidism) or overactive (hyperthyroidism).
Hypothyroidism is more common than hyperthyroidism.
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is a condition in which your thyroid gland doesn't produce enough of certain crucial hormones.
Over time, untreated hypothyroidism can cause a number of health problems, such as obesity, joint pain, infertility and heart disease.
Early symptoms of hypothyroidism can be fatigue and weight gain.
But as the metabolism continues to slow, patients may develop more-obvious problems.
These can include constipation, dry skin, weight gain, puffy face, muscle weakness, elevated blood cholesterol level, and pain, stiffness or swelling in joints.
Most cases of an underactive thyroid are caused by the immune system attacking the thyroid gland and damaging it, or by damage that occurs as a result of treatments for thyroid cancer or an overactive thyroid.
Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. This condition also is called overactive thyroid.. This condition also is called overactive thyroid.
Hyperthyroidism speeds up the body's metabolism. That can cause many symptoms, such as weight loss, hand tremors, and rapid or irregular heartbeat.
Thyroid hormones control the way the body uses energy, so they affect nearly every organ in your body, even the way your heart beats. With too much thyroid hormone, many of your bodys functions speed up.
Early symptoms of hyperthyroidism include nervousness, irritability, mood swings, difficulty sleeping, feeling tired all the time, muscle weakness and diarrhoea.
You may also start to lose weight quickly and unexpectedly if you have an overactive thyroid.
Leanne said the signs and symptoms of both dysfunctions are different but distinctive.
If you have hypothyroidism, the signs might be excessive tiredness, more sensitivity to the cold, sudden constipation, weight gain and puffiness and dry skin.
If you have hyperthyroidism, the symptoms include nervousness, anxiety and irritability, difficulty sleeping, mood swings, muscle weakness, sudden unexplained weight loss and diarrhoea.
'There are some diet strategies for both, but thyroid dysfunction is a medical condition. A diet can't fix it,' Leanne said.
'If you have either it, it requires specific management with a GP to get the balance right.'
Some might mistake it for iron deficiency, as many of the signs and symptoms are similar.
If you suspect your thyroid might not be performing correctly, the best thing to do is have your levels checked.
The dietitians advised that you also modify your diet and be sure to include at least five portions of fruit and veg a day, plenty of high fibre starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta and some dairy as well as beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein.
What are weight loss injections?
If you're considering weight loss injections, it's important to understand that this treatment is designed to address weight-related health issues. According to The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)1, this medicine is only right for you if all of the following applies:
When it comes to weight loss, one size certainly doesn't fit all. If you don't meet these criteria but are unhappy with your size, speak to your GP about losing weight safely. This will always involve healthy eating and regular exercise, but there are various support services that can make your weight loss journey that little bit easier.
Saxenda - also known as liraglutide - is a weight loss medicine that you inject once a day to make you feel more full and less hungry.
This drug emulates a natural hormone found in the body that regulates your appetite, which can help you to consume fewer calories and lose weight. As with any weight loss treatment, this injection will only work if you also stick to a healthy diet and exercise plan. Studies show that Saxenda can lead to 4-6 kg of weight loss2.
In 2023, Wegovy - also called semaglutide - will join Saxenda and become the second injectable drug available on the NHS in England. In March 2023, NICE approved this popular US drug for the UK, concluding that it is a safe and effective weight loss treatment.
Like Saxenda, Wegovy makes you feel fuller for longer by mimicking an intestinal hormone. But while Saxenda is injected daily, Wegovy is injected weekly. There's also evidence that Wegovy may be more effective for weight loss than Saxenda3. According to NICE, the new drug may help people reduce their weight by more than 10%, so long as they follow their diet and exercise plans4.
There are other weight loss injections available in private practices, one of which, Aqualyx is a fat-dissolving injection that's widely available in the UK and is generally considered safe5, so long as it's administered by a trained healthcare professional.
A non-surgical alternative to liposuction, Aqualyx works by attaching to deposits of fat and gradually breaking them down until they are naturally flushed out of your body. As such, this injection can be used in a more targeted way than Saxenda and Wegovy, for example to decrease mass in your upper arms, stomach, or inner thighs.
These injections come with a hefty price tag. Although it varies between health providers, Saxenda pens cost roughly between 45 and 75. The costs quickly ramp up, given that the NHS recommends three months of treatment, and people tend to get through five injectable pens each month. Aqualyx is usually administered by a professional in two to four sessions, each visit costing upwards of 300. At this time, the price of Wegovy in the UK is unconfirmed until it's release later in 2023.
If you meet the criteria, Saxenda is now available for free through the NHS and on prescription in high-street pharmacists like Boots - and Wegovy will be soon. This is part of the NHS's bid to reduce healthcare costs attributed to weight-related health issues - projected to reach 9.7bn by 20506.
However, wait times are likely to be long, and your doctor may only recommend weight loss injections when other weight loss treatments have proven ineffective.
Saxenda is considered to be safe and is well-tolerated by most people7. Several clinical trials have also shown Aqualyx to be safe when administered correctly by a trained professional8, although there is less research for this drug than Saxenda.
However, like all medicines, there are possible side effects to consider.
The most commons side effects9 include:
There are a few documented cases of long-term and severe adverse reactions. These include:
It is not known if this medication can cause thyroid tumours or thyroid cancer, but medicines that work like Saxenda have caused these conditions in studies with rats. For this reason, you shouldnt take this injection if you or someone in your family has ever had medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)9.
There are several other health conditions and medications that can make the Saxenda weight loss injection unsafe for you to take. Your healthcare expert will be able to advise if this is the case.
The most commons side effects10 include:
There are a few documented cases of long-term and severe adverse reactions. These include:
As with Saxenda, it is not known if Wegovy causes thyroid tumours or thyroid cancer, and so avoid this drug if you or someone in your family has ever had MTC or MEN 2. As other health conditions and medications may make Wegovy unsafe for you, always follow your healthcare experts advice.
The most common side effects usually clear within a few days. These include11:
The only serious adverse effects that have been reported are scarring and skin necrosis - where skin tissue dies resulting in a permanent visible dark mark12. These cases are very rare, but it should be noted that experts believe we need more studies of Aqualyx to fully understand exactly how safe and effective this drug is.
Remember, weight loss injections aren't miracle drugs - only by reducing your calorie intake, following a nutritious diet, and increasing your physical activity will you achieve a healthy body weight. It's these major lifestyle changes that will help you to keep the weight off and reduce your risk of weight-related health conditions.
In the UK, there have been reports of unregulated imports of weight loss injections and non-medically qualified practitioners. This weight management technique is only safe if carried out by a qualified and trained professional.
What to look for in a provider:
A trustworthy provider should always do a thorough check of your medical record and ask questions to determine if weight loss injections are a suitable and safe treatment path for you. You should disclose any current or previous medical conditions and medications that you have taken.
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A FIERY redhead has clapped back at trolls telling her to cover up her body.
The large-chested woman has said that "no amount of comments" could get her to lose weight or change her body.
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TikToker @strawberrybellexo often shares videos showing off her curves.
The curvy redhead shared one recent video in which she's wearing a gray tank top and leggings.
"If I had a body like yours I wouldn't show it off," the on-screen text read.
She then pulls down the high-waisted leggings to reveal her tummy.
The TikToker dances around proudly flaunting her curves as a way to clap back at the haters.
"Just a reminder that I love my body, and no amount of boring comments telling me to lose weight will change that," she wrote in her caption.
Her video has been viewed more than 15,000 times.
Many in the comments section were supportive of the TikToker.
"I dont see anything wrong," one person wrote.
"looks perfect to me," another said.
"Gorgeous I love what I see keep on showing it," someone else chimed in.
"For every rude troll I think theres hundreds that love what they see. But what matters is you do. I hope you do!," said another.
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Im a fiery redhead with big boobs I dont care if nasty trolls tell me to cover up, I love my body... - The US Sun
Any kind of movement is good for your physical and mental health, but if you want to shed body fat or lose weight, upping your cardio can be a good place to start. With one of the best exercise machines to lose weight, you can get your blood pumping and boost your metabolism.
At Live Science, weve tested a range of equipment to help you find the right machine for your needs and budget. These home gym machines are great for helping to push you into a caloric deficit (where you burn more calories than you use) which is one of the most effective ways to reduce body fat.
But as with any type of training, you need to enjoy it if youre going to stick to it. The best exercise machine for weight loss will be one you use consistently. For some, that will be a fast-paced spin class on one of the best exercise bikes. Others will prefer pounding a treadmill or doing an interval session on an incline/decline.
Whatever you enjoy, our testers have collated a list of the most effective exercise machines for weight loss, so you can make an informed decision before you part with your hard earned money. Weve considered a range of designs, sizes and brands within this guide, to help you find the perfect machine for you.
Best exercise machine to lose weight for most people
Dimensions: 81 x 39 x 76
Weight: 505lbs (in-box weight)
Tread belt size: 22 x 60
Max user weight: 297lbs / 135kg
Display: 22 HD touchscreen
Speed: 0-12mph
Incline: -5 - 40%
Other features: Bluetooth connectivity, dual speakers, Runners Flex cushioning, 30-day iFit Family Membership
High-end features
Great incline and decline range
Bulky
Needs iFit subscription
Some small studies including this one published in theJournal Of The American Medical Association (opens in new tab) have suggested that treadmills are the best machines when it comes to energy expenditure. And if you're looking to get a thorough workout on a running machine, then we'd recommend our favorite model: the NordicTrack X22i.
Its a market leader in the treadmill space, perfectly blending function and form. Provided you have both the budget and space for it, dont overlook this incredibly sturdy machine with its pleasantly surprising range of incline (and decline) options.
Purely on specs alone, the X22i is a truly impressive piece of kit. Its powerful 4.0 CHP motor offers smooth and quiet power output, even if youre hammering away at a steep incline. With regards to inclines in particular, the X22i offers an especially huge range of options with options from -5% to 40% meaning youll be able to replicate hill runs of any type, even downhills, a rare feature on treadmills.
The wealth of options extend to workouts too, with 40 pre-programmed ones available, and over 16,000 on-demand classes ready to access. Do bear in mind that youll need aniFit subscription to access this content though, which will add a monthly subscription cost of $39 USD to the premium price of the kit itself. The NordicTrack X22i is undoubtedly a premium treadmill though, whether you find yourself marvelling at its gorgeous design, huge 22 display or generous size. Yes, its a sizeable investment but if you have the space and the budget, you wont be disappointed.
Best budget exercise bike for weight loss
Dimensions: 40.5 x 21.5 x 45
Weight: 68.8lbs / 31.2kg
Max user weight: 270lbs (122kg)
Max height: 6
Display?: Basic 1 x 2 LCD display
Resistance levels: Infinite
Workouts: None
Pedals: Standard toe cage
Smooth belt driven flywheel
Good value
Sturdy
Basic display
No programmed workouts
Limited features
The Yosuda Indoor Stationary Cycling Bike wont blow you away with a wide spectrum of whizzy features, but nor will it blow a hole in your budget. At under $300, it offers sturdy construction and a smooth and comfortable ride for you to get your sweat on, all at a very reasonable price indeed.
Its clear that Yosudas budget-conscious entry into the market isnt aiming to be a baby Peloton. While the bike's small LCD display offers basic metric tracking, you wont find anything in the way of live classes or advanced real-time feedback. For those out there wishing to be guided by routines though, the fitted phone holder means theres always YouTube or other workout apps. And if youre looking for more advanced real-time feedback beyond calories, distance and speed, you can always use a fitness tracker.
In short, although the Yosuda Indoor Stationary Cycling Bike may be light on features it offers a comfortable, quiet ride on a machine that boasts impressive build quality for such a modest price. If you're shopping on a budget or are simply one of those motivated types who just longs for a simple but sweaty spin session, this reasonably-priced, no-frills bike is the best choice in this particular category. It also boasts the best-cushioned bike seat that we've tested so far, so you can workout in comfort.
Best rowing machine for weight loss
Resistance: air
Display: PM5 performance monitor
Dimensions: Length: 96 (244cm); Width 24 (61cm); Height (to top of monitor): 50 (127cm); Seat height: standard legs - 14 (35cm) / tall legs -20 (51cm)
Storage: Can be separated into two parts and stood on its end
Heart rate monitor: Bluetooth and wireless ANT+ connectivity so PM5 monitor can be synced with your heart rate monitor
Excellent value for money
Industry standard model used in competitions
Reliable and robust with readily-available replacement parts
No in-built apps, fancy graphics or live workouts
Not the most aesthetically attractive
Step into a gym almost anywhere in the world and theres a good chance that when you head over to the rowing machines, youll find yourself faced with a Concept2 RowErg. Concept2s classic design is a mainstay of gyms and rowing clubs everywhere, and with good reason too. Packing trademark sturdiness into a unfussy design, the RowErg has long been considered as the industry standard for rowing routines, renowned for being great full-body workouts that are low-impact on the body.
You wont find any top-end features on the RowErg, such as live classes or interactive routines and if thats what youre looking for in particular, you might want to check out some fancier models. Its backlit LCD screen does provide lots of data though, plus there are global rankings, options to program your own workouts and an accompanying app for those who wish to carefully scrutinise their performance.
What the Concept2 RowErg undoubtedly offers is a smooth, comfortable row on a durable, well-designed machine. At between 70-100Db, it might not be as quiet as a magnetic rowing machine, nor is it as aesthetically-pleasing as a solid wood rower, yet if youre looking for straightforward bit of kit that does its job well for a competitive price, look no further.
Best for motivating classes
Dimensions: 59 x 53 x 23
Weight: 135lbs / 61kg
Max user weight: 297lbs (134kg)
Max height: 64
Display?: 21.5 color touchscreen
Resistance levels: 100
Pedals: Look Delta-compatible cleats (clip in)
Workouts: Live and on-demand via Peloton app (subscription required)
Stunning build
Large HD screen
No complicated setup required
Expensive
Monthly subscription for classes
Cycling shoes needed
If youre shopping at the premium end of the workout machine market, the Peloton Bike will likely already be on your radar. While the cost of the bike is high, with a $39 monthly subscription also required to access the live classes which truly make the bike shine, its a hugely impressive workout machine with superb classes that are both fun and intelligently-designed.
At 61KG, the bike itself is pretty heavy although it does come with two front-mounted wheels which makes moving it much easier. In terms of design quality and looks, the Peloton Bike is first-rate with its matte-black finish looking truly very luxurious. The saddle can take a little getting used to, so do prepare yourself for some initial soreness but that will soon subside though your enthusiasm for the experience wont.
You will need Delta-compatible cleats to clip inside the bikes pedals which is another expense, but if youre seriously considering the Peloton experience, that wont faze you too much. The overall and ongoing price really is the only potential drawback here in what is otherwise a supremely enjoyable and effective workout experience.
Best for upping your daily step count
Dimensions: 42" / 49 / 27", folding size 4.4 / 49 / 27
Weight: 74.96 lbs
Tread belt size: 16 x 40
Max user weight: 265lbs
Display: LED touchscreen
Speed: 0-12 km/h
Incline: Fixed 0%
Warranty: Limited 1-year warranty
Workouts: None
Other features: Bluetooth connectivity, foldable, safety key, remote control
Decibel rating: 65 dB
Saves space
Affordable
Well designed
Basic functions
Narrow tread belt
Low maximum speed
We all lead busy lives and finding ways to get in that quick workout can sometimes be tricky. If youre looking for the last word in versatility when it comes to burning calories, then look no further than the Mobvoi Home Treadmill. Pop it under your work desk and sedately whittle away some calories as you focus on other things. Ready to go at it with a little more vigour? A quick lift of the Mobvois riser and suddenly it resembles a slim and sleek running treadmill, ready for you to get your heart rate ticking with a gentle run.
Besides the appealing flexibility of the Mobvoi Home Treadmill, the cost is impressive too. At under $400 USD, its sturdy design and quiet motor offer great value. However, its limited speed means it wont work as a treadmill for those looking for maximum exertion from their runs. Likewise, due to its smaller profile, those with a longer stride could also find it less useful. However, if youre simply looking to get basic use from your treadmill in the form of gentler runs and high-tempo walks, the Mobvoi Home Treadmills price, versatility and build quality make it very worthy of your consideration.
6. Proform Carbon HIIT H7
Best elliptical machine for weight loss
Size: 29.25" x 52" x 66.7"
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Toronto, Ontario (CTV Network) Getting regular, uninterrupted sleep might help those who are trying to lose weight, according to a new, small-scale study.
The preliminary research was presented this week at the American Heart Associations Epidemiology, Prevention, Lifestyle & Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions 2023 in Boston.
In the study, researchers looked at 125 adults who were enrolled in a year-long weight-loss program, and measured their sleep habits to see if there was any correlation between maintaining a healthy sleep schedule and meeting their weight goals.
Focusing on obtaining good sleep seven to nine hours at night with a regular wake time, along with waking refreshed and being alert throughout the day may be an important behaviour that helps people stick with their physical activity and dietary modification goals, Christopher E. Kline, Ph.D., an associate professor in the department of health and human development at the University of Pittsburgh, said in a news release. A previous study of ours reported that better sleep health was associated with a significantly greater loss of body weight and fat among participants in a year-long, behavioural weight loss program.
The vast majority of the participants were women, comprising 91 per cent of the sample, and the average age was 50 years old.
Sleep habits were measured at the beginning of the program, the halfway mark of six months, and finally at 12 months. Participants filled out patient questionnaires and a sleep diary, but sleep data was also recorded in seven day stretches, during in which participants wore a device around their wrist that recorded their sleep and their waking activity.
The quality of their sleep was scored as good or poor on regularity, satisfaction, alertness, timing, duration and efficiency meaning the percentage of time spent in bed where the participant was actually asleep.
In order to contrast sleep with the participants progress in the weight loss program, researchers looked at the percentage of group sessions that each participant attended, the percentage of days in which the participants reported meeting their dietary goals, and the changes in their duration of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Researchers adjusted for sex, age, race and whether the participant was sharing a bed with a partner, which can impact sleep quality.
After controlling for these factors, researchers found that better sleep health was associated with a higher rate of attendance in group sessions, closer adherence to caloric intake goals and participants physical exercise duration increasing over time.
Essentially, those who got a better nights sleep may have been more energized to exercise and to attend sessions to meet their goals, the research suggests.
There was a drop in participants engagement with the program across the board in the latter six months of the program, which researchers say is common with these programs, but the pattern still persisted.
There are over 100 studies linking sleep to weight gain and obesity, but this was a great example showing how sleep isnt just tied to weight itself, its tied to the things were doing to help manage our own weight, Michael A. Grandner, director of the Sleep and Heath Research Program at the University of Arizona, said in the release.
Studies like this really go to show that all of these things are connected, and sometimes sleep is the thing that we can start taking control over that can help open doors to other avenues of health.
The study is limited by its size and lack of diversity among participants, as well as the fact that most participants had relatively good sleep health at the beginning of the program. To get results that can be applied more broadly, more research is needed.
It remains unclear whether it would be best to optimize sleep prior to, rather than during, attempted weight loss, Kline said. In other words, should clinicians tell their patients to focus on getting better and more regular sleep before they begin to attempt weight loss, or should they try to improve their sleep while at the same time modifying their diet and activity levels?
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By Dr. Michael Roizen
Q: Im overweight and have Type 2 diabetes and want to start taking one of the medicines that everyone is clamoring for called semaglutide, I think. Is that a good idea? John G., Madison, Wisconsin A: Semaglutide was originally designed as a Type 2 diabetes medication, but when folks saw that it promoted weight loss, they started using it off label. Now one brand, Wegovy, is Food and Drug Administration approved for weight loss. Two other brands (with lower doses) are approved only for Type 2 diabetes. Theyre Ozempic and Rybelsus.
You need to talk with your doctor about your best approach to controlling your blood sugar levels. But its important to realize that whether you have Type 2 diabetes and/or are overweight and take semaglutide for weight loss, it only helps you shed pounds while youre taking it. Stop and its likely youll regain the weight you lost.
Thats because while semaglutide lowers the weight and fat content that your body wants you to maintain, it doesnt change that set point for good. And folks who are overweight or obese have established whats called the defended fat mass set point at a level that almost demands you maintain a higher amount of body fat.
Thats why making slow, permanent changes to your lifestyle choices (nutrition, sleep, exercise and stress management by building a posse, finding a purpose and enjoying play) is the best way to lose weight and keep it off.
Working with your physician, create a plan that leads to weight loss of a pound a week (two, max) by adopting an unprocessed, plant-based diet, finding physical activities you enjoy so they provide the equivalent of 10,000 steps daily, stopping bad habits (smoking anything, alcohol use and abuse), and making sure you get seven hours of quality sleep nightly. It may take a while, but you wont be stuck on a medication that does have potential side effects instead youll become healthier and happier every day. You know where theres even more info: The Great Age Reboot.
*** Q: Im interested in starting to jog. Im in pretty good shape, but at 64, I feel I need to do more. Suggestions and advice would be appreciated. Kayla T., Fort Wayne, IN A: I applaud your desire to become more active its never too late to improve your heart and muscle health and bone strength or to manage your stress. Increased physical activity can help do all of that.
Unfortunately, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey shows that only around 28% of American adults get the suggested 150 minutes of moderate exercise and two days of muscle strengthening work each week in rural areas it dips to 16%. So, remember to add two days a week of strength training to your new exercise routine.
As for jogging, it can be great exercise, but only if you respect your body. According to the AMAs series What Doctors Wish Patients Knew, that means following these steps.
Step 1: Step into the right shoes for your feet. Go to a store that has equipment designed to determine your foot structure and analyze your gait.
Step 2: Look for an online step-by-step from couch to running path program for suggestions and guidance.
Step 3: Always warm up before you start running. Lunges, hip stretches, calf stretches, you get the idea.
Step 4: Start slow. Begin with a walk five minutes, jog five minutes, walk five minutes routine.
Step 5: Listen to your body. If you jog and are sore or in pain, take the next day off. Do stretching; apply hot compresses; ice, if needed.
Step 6: While youre jogging, take walking breaks frequently research shows it helps with micro- recovery at the mitochondrial level (your cells energy center).
My tips: Stick to running on a surface thats smooth and cushioned. And your exercise routine will go better if youre fueling it with lean proteins, lots of fruits and veggies and whole grains.
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Cucumber water signifies purity, coolness, and detoxifying. A glass of cucumber water is unbeatable when it comes to having refreshing drinks in summer.
Cucumber water is good for health and helps in weight loss. It is a great addition to water and enhances the nutrition. So if you are on a weight loss, instead of plain water, add a few slices of cucumber and get double benefit.
How to prepare: Peel off a cucumber and slice it. Add these to a bottle of water. Let the nutrition of the cucumber diffuse into the water. You can have this water throughout the day. Discard the cucumber slices in the night and refill it the next day.
Buttermilk is to summers as tea is to winter morning. Most of the families in India enjoy having a big tumbler of buttermilk after every meal.
Buttermilk is a healthy drink and one of its key benefits is it helps in digestion. It contains healthy bacteria that improve the gut microbiome.
Buttermilk can be consumed as it is or else one can add salt and spices to it. Many people prefer having sweet buttermilk.
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Fenugreek water is a healthy way to start a summer morning. It helps in weight loss. It helps the body to absorb nutrients properly.
To have a healthy start, soak a few seeds of fenugreek in water. In the morning remove the seeds and drink the water on an empty stomach.
Just like cucumber water, lemon and mint detox water is an excellent way to start the morning.
Lemon and mint are valued for their refreshing nature. Adding these to normal water enhances the flavour and increases the nutrition content.
If you are on a weight loss mission, including this in your daily life will keep your body hydrated and filled with nutrients.
Nothing can go wrong with the combination of apple and cinnamon.
Apple is rich in fibres and cinnamon is a good spice that boosts your metabolism naturally.
Hence adding apple and cinnamon to water keeps the metabolism on and also keeps the person full for a longer time.
Grapefruit can be a good addition to a weight loss diet.
This citrus fruit increases the metabolism, adds a natural sweet flavour to the water and is loaded with nutrients.
All you need is to add a few slices of grapefruit to a bottle of water.
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Orange water is one of the best detox waters you can try this summer. It is rich in vitamin C, increases metabolism and costs almost nothing to prepare.
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Joan Lewis tried every diet and weight loss program to lose weight, but nothing seemed to work. Then her doctor prescribed Ozempic after she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
In 2009 at 38 years old, Joan Lewis underwent chemotherapy to treat breast cancer. From that point on, she began to gain weight.
My weight always was about the same even after having children. I think going through chemo-induced menopause in overdrive at 40, weight just piled on and it was impossible to lose, Lewis told Healthline.
She said treatment changed her body chemistry and that the foods she used to eat her entire life became less tolerated and impacted her weight.
For the past 12 years, Lewis tried various diets and weight loss programs, including Weight Watchers, Noom, Keto, anti-inflammatory diet, Whole 30, low carb, and Ideal Protein.
Before I had children, Weight Watchers was my go-to. I had such success. After treatment, I tried them all and I would lose a few and gain a couple back. It always seemed that my body did not want to give in and keep the weight off, Lewis said.
Over the past few years, Lewiss blood sugar levels began to increase, and in September 2022, she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
Both my cardiologist and primary care doctor knew how frustrated I have been with trying to lose weight, she said.
After her diagnosis, her doctor prescribed Metformin, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, that works by lowering blood sugar. Lewis also met with a dietician to develop a low-glycemic diet. However, after taking Metformin and sticking to the diet for 3 months, her A1C still went up.
We chose to start a low dose of Ozempic to try to get my A1C down and to help kick start some weight loss, said Lewis.
Ozempic is an injectable medication that stimulates GLP-1 receptors in the pancreas and other parts of the body, and, as a result, enhances insulin secretion in response to high blood sugar, explained Dr. Sethu Reddy, president of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology.
Ozempic would also tend to reduce the levels of glucagon, which is an anti-insulin hormone. In addition to improving sugar control in those with type 2 diabetes, these agents appear to reduce appetite and increase satiety, thus resulting in potential weight loss. The weight loss can also help further improve blood sugar control, Reddy told Healthline.
Ozempic includes the active chemical compound semaglutide.
Dr. Rekha B. Kumar, associate professor of medicine at Cornell and Chief Medical Officer at Found, said semaglutide helps with weight loss by increasing feelings of fullness, delaying stomach emptying, and lowering blood sugar.
Semaglutide, under the name Wegovy is an FDA-approved medication for obesity management. So, Ozempic can help with weight loss in patients with diabetes, Kumar told Healthline.
Ozempic is only FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, however, when patients who have diabetes also have obesity, Ozempic is a good choice medication, Kumar said.
Using Ozempic for weight loss in the absence of type 2 diabetes is considered off-label use of the medication.
In 2022, the Food and Drug Administration reported shortages of Ozempic. This caused some controversy because in some cases, people were taking the medication off-label for weight loss.
Given the recent supply issues in general, one would prioritize diabetes management, said Reddy. However, weight loss in those without diabetes will be an increasing indication in the future. The use of GL-1 analogs for weight loss will also depend upon insurance policies and access to these agents.
Lewis started taking Ozempic in January 2023, and since then has lost about 4 pounds per week.
I am not hungry at all. I get full very quickly, she said. I used to snack when I would get home [from work] or be so hungry at lunch. Not anymore.
However, she does experience some side effects, including an upset stomach when she eats fatty or greasy foods like french fries.
For most people, side effects are mild and cause gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and reflux, said Reddy.
Since the injection is given every 7 days, the side effects may be earlier in the week, he noted. There have been reports of pancreatitis (inflammation in the pancreas) with use of agents like Ozempic, but no cause-effect has been demonstrated. Nevertheless, if an individual has had pancreatitis, one would be cautious about initiating a GLP-1 analog.
Another potentially serious adverse effect could be an increased risk of tumor growth in those with a relatively rare form of thyroid cancer (medullary), said Kumar.
Patients who have medullary thyroid cancer, genetic syndromes that include medullary thyroid cancer, pancreatitis, and severe acid reflux and gallstones would not be good candidates, she said.
Lewis said taking the medication has forced her to change her diet.
Sometimes foods taste very different and not in a good way. I love coffee, but sometimes the flavor is so intense that I get a little queasy, she said.
The medication puts her in touch with her food choices, too.
I have been very aware of what foods I am eating. I know if I do eat high fat foods, I will most likely not feel very well. Kind of a new mindset, she said.
Ozempic is only intended for long-term use to treat diabetes and when it is used off-label for weight loss, Kumar said it needs to be continued long-term to maintain the lost weight.
However, Reddy noted that people who take Ozempic should be monitored closely by their doctor [for] worsening sugar control over time and eventually, almost all patients with type 2 diabetes will require insulin therapy, he said.
Still, he anticipates that Ozempic and other medications like it will become more and more widely used.
These agents have also been proven to be cardioprotective and combined with glucose and weight lowering properties, they will be increasingly popular in the medical toolbox, Reddy said.
For now, Lewis plans to keep taking Ozempic for diabetes and weight management.
If this drug can help lower my A1C and help me shed a few pounds, I will be more motivated to keep it off and feel better about my health and self, she said. [But], I really do not know how long I will be on this drug.
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