GOLDEN TIP OF THE WEEK.

YOU WANT TO LOSE YOUR UGLY FATS..
YOU WANT TO LOOK SLIM..
YOU WANT TO LOOK BEATIFUL..
YOU WANT TO LOOK BOOBYLICIOUS..

BUT.. do you realise that when you try to lose weight your breasts reduce in size too??..

HOW DO YOU LOSE WEIGHT WEIGHT WITHOUT LOSING THAT BEAUTIFUL BREASTS? TRY BREAST ACTIVES.

DO YOU KNOW YOUR BMI? ( BODY MASS INDEX )

what is BMI?

The body mass index (BMI), or Quetelet index, is a controversial statistical measurement which compares a person's weight and height. ( source link : WIKIPEDIA )

The tool doesn't really measure fat percentage in your body, but useful to estimate a healthy body weight based on how tall a person is.

HAVE YOU CHECK YOUR BMI?

If you haven't check yours, visit National Health Lung And Blood Institude.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER SEVENTEEN.

Quit snacking in between meals. Do not fall for snacks in between meals. This is especially true for those who have to travel a lot. They feel that the only time they can get a bite to eat is snacks and junk food. The main problem with most snacks and junk food is that they are usually less filling and contain a lot of fat and calories. Just think about French fries…tempting but terribly fattening.

here a guide of eating healthy snack from http://www.mayoclinic.com.

Choose healthy snacks

Select foods that satisfy your hunger, supply your body with energy and provide important nutrients. Here are some of your best snack picks:

• Whole grains. Whole-grain snacks are rich in fiber and complex carbohydrates, which give you energy with staying power. Look for items such as low-fat whole-grain crackers, whole-grain pretzels and whole-grain crispbreads.
• Fruits and vegetables. Eating fruits and vegetables provides a feeling of fullness with no fat and only a small number of calories. They also provide vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients.
• Nuts and seeds. Nuts and seeds provide protein, so you will feel fuller longer. They can be high in fat, but it's mostly monounsaturated, a healthy kind of fat. Nuts and seeds are high in calories, however, so don't eat them in large quantities.
• Low-fat dairy products. Cheese, yogurt and other dairy products are good sources of calcium and protein, plus many other vitamins and minerals. Dairy products can be high in fat, so choose the low-fat versions. Some yogurts have extra added sugar, so look for low-calorie or "light" varieties.

Though snacks can contribute to a healthy diet, they can also be a source of excess calories if not eaten in moderation. For example, a single serving of almonds (about 23 kernels, or a handful) contains 163 calories. But if you eat a cup of almonds, the calorie count jumps to 800-plus calories.

So what are your best choices? Here are several suggestions:

Weight-loss snacks
Approximate number of calories	Food
10 calories	1 large stalk of celery
25-30 calories	1 cup raw vegetables 6 medium baby carrots
60 calories	2 cups air-popped or light popcorn 1 cup of cantaloupe or grapes 1 small can of vegetable juice
100 calories	1 cup sliced bananas and fresh raspberries 2 domino-sized slices low-fat Colby or cheddar cheese 1 fat-free chocolate pudding cup
150 calories	1/2 cup frozen, low-fat yogurt topped with 1/2 cup blueberries 1 cup sliced apples with 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter 4 rye crispbread crackers
200 calories	1/4 cup dry roasted soy nuts (calories vary by brand) 1/3 cup granola 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese topped with 1/2 cup sliced fresh peaches

Here is a pictorial guide from http://www.diet-blog.com to a selection of healthy snacks - and remember - healthy eating is not just about the number of calories*.

Raw Almonds

Serving shown: 20 almonds
Calories: 139

Raw Mixed Nuts

Serving shown: 30g / ~1oz
Calories: 178

Dried Fruit

Serving shown: 40g / 1.4oz
Calories: 97

Note: Dried fruits are more calorie dense (per weight) than fresh fruit - and are easier to overeat.

Mandarin

Serving shown: 180g, 1 medium & 1 small.
Calories: 95

Note: Great packaging. Small portions. Seasonal

Apple

Serving shown: 185g / 6.5oz
Calories: 96

Banana

Serving shown: 1 medium banana - 118g
Calories: 105

Note: Nicely prepackaged.

Grapes

Serving shown: 215g / 7.6oz
Calories: 148

Note: Seasonal

Tuna

Serving shown: 85g / 3oz
Calories: 99

Note: Be wary of tuna in oil - many of the oils are vegetable oils (high in omega-6 rather than omega-3 EFA's).

Dried Peas

Serving shown: 25g / .9oz
Calories: 72

Note: Find in bulk bins - often with different seasonings.

Popcorn

Serving shown: 2 cups
Calories: 62 (air-popped)
Calories:110 (oil-popped)
No condiments added.
Note: Avoid pre-packaged popcorn (often contains trans fat).

Baby Carrots

Serving shown: 170g / 6oz
Calories: 60

Note: Convenient - can buy pre-washed and pre-bagged.

Celery & Hummus

Serving shown: 40g / 1.4oz hummus
Calories: 108

Note: Buy celery pre-cut and pre-washed. Goes well with many other dips.

Cherry Tomatoes

Serving shown: 150g / 1 Cup
Calories: 27

Note: Seasonal.

Whole-grain Crispbread with Cottage Cheese

Serving shown: 1 cracker + ~45g (1.5oz) cottage cheese (light)
Calories: 70

Note: Aim for crispbreads or crackers that are completely whole grain and have a minimal amount of oil.

Bean Salad

80g / 2.8oz
Calories: 90

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER SIXTEEN.

Eat only when you are hungry. Some of us have the tendency to eat whenever we see food. We use parties as an excuse to stuff our selves. Understand that the effect of a whole week of dieting can be wasted by just one day’s party food. Whenever you are offered something to eat do not decline it completely bit just break of a nibble so that you appear to mind your manners and at the same time can watch your diet.

If you have to eat, choose the foods wisely and try to avoid high-calorie foods. Eat fruits first followed by vegetables. This will help you to get full before you even touch starchy carbs and sugary desserts.

p/s: DRINK LOTS OF PLAIN WATER.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER FIFTEEN.

Fix times to have meals and stick to it. Try to have food at fixed times of the day. You can stretch these times by half an hour, but anything more than that is going to affect your eating pattern, the result will either be a loss of appetite or that famished feeling which will make you stuff yourself with more than what is required the next time you eat. here is an example of a meal schedule from www.webhealthcentre.com A Meal Schedule

Scheduling meal times is important. Regular intake of food keeps you energetic through the day. It ensures a digestive system that frees you of acidity, ulcers and other systemic dysfunctions. You feel less inclined to snack between meals and this prevents unnecessary weight gain.

Morning (6 a.m.)

Any hot beverage, usually milk based such as tea, coffee, cocoa or plain milk.

Breakfast (8 a.m.)

This is the first solid meal for the day. Do not skip this meal. No work schedule is worth it. This meal provides you with all the nutrients that your body requires for the day. Both the quantity and quality of your meal are important.

Midmorning (10 a.m.)

You could have buttermilk, fruit juice, vegetable juice or occasionally solids such as fruits and biscuits.

Lunch (12 noon)

This meal replenishes the energy you have spent in the morning. Lunch should be the largest meal of the day. It is important that this meal be balanced and nutritive.

Afternoon (2 p.m.)

You could have a light drink such as barley water or coconut water.

Tea Time (4 p.m.)

Have a milk-based beverage that may include fruit or fruits along with milk. You can also have nuts, oilseeds, sprouts or snacks along with the milk. This meal is important because it keeps your energy level up till dinner. It is unwise to have a large time gap between lunch and dinner.

Dinner (7 p.m.)

Dinner needs to be lighter than lunch, but just as nutritive and balanced. Do not skip this meal. It keeps your system ticking for the next twelve hours or so.

Bed Time (9 p.m.)

You could have a hot milk-based beverage.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER FOURTEEN.

Control that sweet tooth. Remember that sweet things generally mean more calories. It is natural that we have cravings for sweet things especially chocolates and other confectionary. Go easy on theses things and each time you consume something sweet understand that it is going to add on somewhere.

if you have to eat some thing sweet, try fruits as an alternative.. or dried fruits without sugar.

GOLDEN TIP OF THE WEEK.

Do you know that some foods can help to enhance breast size? soy-based products contain natural phytoestrogen which naturally enhance your breast.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER THIRTEEN.

Watch what you eat. Keep a watchful eye on every thing that goes in. Sometimes the garnishes can richer than the food itself. Accompaniments too can be very rich. Remember that it is the easiest thing in the world to eat something without realizing that it was something that you should not have eaten.

just remember, small amounts doesn't mean low in calories. just eat smart.

here are a few examples of calories you needed daily and food calories. check the net for more infos..

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER TWELVE.

Eat intelligently. The difference between man and beast is that we are driven by intelligence while beasts are driven by instinct. Don’t just eat something because you feel like eating it. Ask your self whether your body really needs it.

EAT when you NEED it.. NOT when you WANT it.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER ELEVEN.

Go crazy on vegetables. Vegetables are your best bet when it comes to losing pounds. Nature has a terrific spread when it comes to choosing vegetables. And the leafy green vegetables are your best bet. Try to include a salad in you diet always.

Below are infos from : http://www.best-home-remedies.com/article/vegetable_importance.htm

Food Value of vegetables

Vegetables are valuable in maintaining alkaline reserve in the body. They are valued mainly for their high vitamin and mineral contents. Vitamins A, Band C are contained in vegetables in fair amounts. Faulty cooking and prolonged careless storage can, however, destroy these valuable elements.

There are different kinds of vegetables. They may be edible roots, stems, leaves, fruits and seeds. Each group contributes to diet in its own way Fleshy roots are high in energy value and good sources of vitamin B group. Seeds are relatively high in carbohydrates and proteins. Leaves, steam and fruits are excellent sources of minerals, vitamins, water and roughage.

It is not the green vegetables only that are useful. Farinaceous vegetables consisting of starchy roots such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, the tubers and legumes are also valuable. They are excellent sources of carbohydrates and provide energy to the body.

Natural Benefits of vegetables

To derive maximum benefits of their nutrients, vegetables should be consumed fresh as far as possible. Most vegetables are best consumed in their natural raw state in the form of salads. An important consideration in making salads is that the vegetables should be fresh, crisp and completely dry. If vegetables have to be cooked, it should be ensured that their nutritive value is preserved to the maximum extent possible The following hints will be useful in achieving this:

1. The vegetables, after thorough wash, should be cut into as large pieces as possible.
2. The cut pieces should be added to water which has been brought to boiling point and to which salt has been added. This is necessary to avoid loss of B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.
3. Only bare minimum water necessary to cover vegetables should be used. Spinach and other tender greens need no water.
4. Vegetables should not be exposed to atmospheric air They should be covered tightly while cooking.
5. They should be cooked for as short a time as possible. They should be cooked till they are just soft to the touch for easy mastication.
6. They should be served hot.

To prevent loss of nutrients in vegetables, it would be advisable to steam or boil vegetables in their own juices on a slow fire and the water or cooking liquid should not be drained off. If the vegetables are boiled hard and for long time in a large quantity of water, they would lose their nutritive and medicinal values.

No vegetable should be peeled unless it is so old that the peeling is tough and unpalatable. In most root vegetables, the largest amount of minerals, directly under the skin and these are lost if vegetables are peeled. Soaking of vegetables should also be avoided if taste and nutritive value are to be preserved.

Finally, vegetables should not be cooked in aluminum utensils. Aluminum is a so metal and is acted upon by both food acids and alkalis. There is scientific evidence to show that tiny particles of aluminum from foods cooked in such utensils enter the stomach and that the powerful astringent properties of aluminum injure the sensitive lining of the stomach, leading to gastric irritation, digestive and intestinal ailments.

An intake of about 280 grams of vegetables per day per person is considered essential for maintenance of good health. Of this, leafy vegetables should constitute 40 per cent, roots and tubers 30 per cent and the other vegetables like brinjals, ladies fingers the remaining 30 per cent

Vitamins

Many vegetables contain a substance known as carotene which is converted into vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is essential for normal growth and vitality, for good eye sight and healthy skin and for protection against diseases, especially of the respiratory tract. A deficiency of this vitamin can lead to eye infection, poor vision, night blindness, frequent colds, lack of appetite and skin disorders. Generally, deep green yellow and orange colored vegetables such as green leafy vegetables, carrots, papaya tomatoes and yellow pumpkin are rich sources of carotene.

Several leafy vegetables like fenugreek leaves, turnip greens and beet green contain riboflavin, a member of the vitamin B-complex This vitamin is essential for growth and general health, of eyes, skin, nails and hair. A deficiency can lead to cracking of the angles of the mouth, premature wrinkles and eczema.

Vitamin C is contained in good amounts in several vegetables such as Indian gooseberry, bitter gourd, tomatoes and leafy vegetables like spinach, cabbage and drumstick leaves. Generally, fresh vegetables are better sources of vitamin C than dried, stale or withered ones. Vitamin C is essential for normal growth and maintenance of body tissues, especially those of the joints, bones, teeth and gums and for protection against infection. A deficiency of this vitamin can lead to scurvy, tooth decay, bleeding gums, anemia and premature ageing.

Minerals

The highly soluble minerals like calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, copper, and potassium contained in the vegetables maintain the acid base balance of the hydrogen concentration of the body tissues. They help the complete absorption of vitamins, proteins, fats and carbohydrates of the food. They also help the body to eliminate excess of liquid and salt. The diuretic action of vegetables like potato, beans, spinach, radish, turnip and brinjal are specially important in cases of oedema or swellings, kidney and heart conditions.

Two important minerals, calcium and iron, found in vegetables are specially useful. Calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth. Iron is needed for blood formation. It is an essential constituent of hemoglobin, which helps to carry oxygen to the cells in the various parts of the body. Calcium and iron can be obtained in plenty from leafy vegetables like spinach and fenugreek leaves. Carrot, bitter gourd, onions and tomatoes are also fair sources of iron.

Vegetable juices

The juices extracted from fresh raw vegetables are highly beneficial as they furnish all the cells and tissues of the body with the elements and the nutritional enzymes which they need. It is true that the body can derive these elements from whole vegetables. But the fresh juices can provide them in the manner in which they can be most easily digested and assimilated. A vitamin and mineral deficiency can thus be made much more quickly by drinking fresh juices than by eating raw vegetables.

Practically all vegetables make good juices, but some bitter than others. Vegetable juices may be divided into three main types. These are (i) Juices from vegetable fruits, that is, tomatoes and cucumber (ii) Juices from green leafy vegetables such as cabbage, celery, lettuce, spinach and parsley and (iii) Juices from root vegetables like beetroot, carrot, onion, potato and radish

In most cases it is desirable to use juice individually and in no case more than three juices should be included in anyone mixture. The broad rules applicable to combination of vegetable juices are that juices from vegetable fruits may be combined with those of the green leafy vegetables but not juices of root vegetables. Juices of green leafy vegetables may be combined with those of the root vegetables.

Vegetable juices soothe jaded nerves and gently carry away toxic matter and accumulated waste products. They are best taken at least half an hour or more after meals. They should not be taken before meals or near the same time as fruit juices. Many common ailments respond favorably to raw vegetable juices.

Curative Value of vegetables

Vegetables contain various medicinal and therapeutic agents. There are a large array of laxatives, sedatives and soporifics or sleep inducing in the vegetable kingdom. Vegetables like. onion, radish and celery exercise a tonic effect and are excellent for the nerves.

Certain vegetables are highly beneficial in the treatment of various diseases. Carrots are good for the blood. White crisp juicy stalks of celery serve a much better medicine in case of rheumatism or nervous dyspepsia than any nerviness that relieves nerve disorder. A dish of spinach or dandelion will be beneficial in the treatment of kidney troubles. Lettuce can be used as a food remedy for insomnia. Onion can be used with advantage in the treatment of cough, cold, influenza, constipation, scurvy and hydrophobia. The leaves of fenugreek are highly valuable in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence and sluggish liver. Garlic can be beneficially used in heart diseases, hypertension, hypoglycemia, diabetes and even in fatal form of meningitis It has been effectively used in lowering blood cholesterol and preventing blood clotting.

Gastro-Intestinal Disorders

Fibres in vegetables act as the mechanical intestinal expand ers draw more water.and proteins in them and help easy expulsion of the waste in the form of stool. They prevent habitual constipation and keep the entire intestinal tract free from harmful germs. Fibres in the form of cellulose help the elimination of cholesterol Beet root, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, green peas and beans are specially valuable in this. They are useful in case of arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure and constipation. But when there is inflammation in this intestines, vegetables having less cellulose content such as tomatoes, lettuce, potatoes and vegetable juices should be taken.

Pectin found in vegetables such as brinjal, radish, pumpkin and beet root absorb water, kill certain bacteria and toxins and eliminate them from the body. Garlic, onion, radish and mint contain pectin as well as antimicrobic qualities.

Blood Disorder

Vegetables also supply trace elements which are necessary for the human organism. Iodine, for instance, is essential for thyroid hormone which regulates much physical and mental activities, cobalt for increasing the number of blood corpuscles, and zinc for proper growth.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER TEN

Increase your fiber intake. Like I mentioned, the body needs a lot of fiber. So try to include in your diet as many fruits and vegetables as you can.

What is Dietary Fiber?

Fiber (a.k.a. roughage) is an indigestible carbohydrate, thus there is little caloric value from digesting fiber. So fiber doesn’t provide our bodies with energy, but it does do a great deal of other things to be discussed in this article. There are also two kinds of fiber namely soluble fiber and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fibers are the tough, fibrous structures of fruits, vegetables, and grains that are indigestible and that do not dissolve in water. Soluble fibers are the food components that readily dissolve in water and often impart gummy or gel-like characteristics to food; for example, pectin from fruit that is used in jellies.

Why is Dietary Fiber so Important?

Fiber contributes to good overall health in many ways. Fiber improves the body’s handling of glucose and the hormone insulin, perhaps by slowing the digestion or absorption of carbohydrate. Also, lacking fiber in the diet along with consuming an abundance of highly refined carbohydrate foods such as white breads and simple sugars is likely to increase the risk of developing diabetes. Secondly, eating adequate amounts of fiber may reduce the risk of colon cancer since the insoluble fibers of whole grains, fruits and vegetables may bind or dilute cancer-causing materials and speed their transit through the colon. In addition, ingesting fiber can also help with weight control and maintenance. Fiber helps fill you up without adding many calories. Therefore, calorie-dense concentrated fats and sweets can be replaced with more fibrous alternatives. For example, a good snack alternative for a honey-glazed donut would be a blueberry bran muffin at your local coffee shop. Eating your veggies can also possibly reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, a build up of plaque on the arteries causing vessel narrowing and heart disease by several mechanisms. Soluble fibers may lower blood cholesterol by delaying absorption in the digestive tract. High cholesterol is a major contributing factor to these conditions, thus decreasing the blood cholesterol level will lessen the susceptibility to both of these diseases. Some soluble fibers are digested by intestinal bacteria to yield small, fat-like products that, when absorbed, may lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol or the “bad” cholesterol. Also, fiber can also decrease the overall fat and cholesterol intake by replacing these types of foods in our diets (recall the donut example above). Fiber also promotes feelings of fullness because of its ability to absorb water and swell. Soluble fibers in a meal also slow the movement of food through the upper digestive tract allowing you to feel fuller longer. Other health-related benefits of fiber include helping to prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, and other intestinal problems as well as helping to prevent appendicitis by keeping the contents of the intestine moist and easy to eliminate. Finally, fiber pushes against the walls of the digestive tract causing them to stimulate the muscle surrounding the tract to help keep this smooth muscle toned and healthy. This prevents diverticulosis, a condition in which the intestinal walls become weak and bulge which leaves them susceptible to infection and painful inflammation requiring hospitalization, antibiotic therapy, or surgery. How much fiber does the average male or female need to remain healthy? According to the Canadian Food Guide to Healthy Eating, the suggestions for fiber intake include both an overall increase in complex carbohydrate intake as well as a general recommendation of 20-30g of dietary fiber per day.


resource : http://www.myfit.ca/archives/viewanarticle.asp?table=nutrition&id=28&subject=Fiber

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER NINE

Choose fresh fruit to processed fruits. Processed and canned fruits do not have as much fiber as fresh fruit and processed and canned fruits are nearly always sweetened. processed and canned or dried fruits usually less nutritious compared with the same fresh fruits.

well, if you can't get fresh fruits, you can eat processed fruits in small amounts with lots of water. for canned fruits, skip the sugary fluids that comes with it and add water as to dilute the sweet taste.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER EIGHT.

If you do have a craving for fruit juice then go for fresh fruit juice instead of these that contain artificial flavors and colors. Or even better, try making your own fruit juice taking care not to sweeten it with too many calories.

ISLAMIC TIPS : Eat fruits before you have lunch or dinner. Our Prophet Muhammad S.A.W used to eat fruits before having a heavy meal. when you eat fresh fruit half an hour before you eat a hefty meal, you will feel full and eat less food afterwards. Eating fruits before meals keep your bowels healthy and prevent constipation.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER SEVEN

Eat fresh fruit instead of drinking fruit juice. Juice is often sweetened but fresh fruits have natural sugars. When you eat fruit, you are taking in a lot of fiber, which is needed by the body, and fruits of course are an excellent source of vitamins. ISLAMIC TIPS : They are a great source of vitamins, minerals and wholesome substances for our body in order to function well. They contain all healthy substances our bodies need and extremely low, almost zero amounts of fat and no cholesterol. Isn't it great - all we need + zero cholesterol?

Health & Nutrition Benefits of Eating Dates

• Since dates get digested very easily, they are used for supplying quick energy and repairing waste.
• Milk, when boiled with dates, become a very nutritious and invigorating drink for children and adults, especially during convalescence.
• The nicotinic content in dates makes them an excellent cure for intestinal disturbances.
• Regular consumption of dates has been found to check the growth of pathological organisms and help in the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestines.
• Being a laxative food, dates have been found to be beneficial for those suffering from constipation.
• For alcoholic intoxication, drinking water, in which fresh dates have been rubbed or soaked, is said to be quite effective.
• Studies have shown that consumption of dates, soaked overnight and crushed, is good for those who have a weak heart.
• It has been seen that dates serve as a tonic for improving sex stamina as well as sterility due to functional disorders.
• Researches have revealed that dates are effective in preventing abdominal cancer.
• Dates have a tonic effect and thus, hold value as medicines.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER SIX

Include in your diet things that contain more water like tomatoes and watermelons. These things contain 90 to 95 % water so that there is nothing that you have to lose by feasting on them. They fill you up without adding to the pounds.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER FIVE

Stay away from sweetened bottle drinks, especially sodas. Hey all those colas and fizzy drinks are sweetened with sugar and sugar means calories. The more you can cut out on these sweetened bottle drinks, the better for you. So if you must drink sodas, then stick to diet sodas.

there's alot of bad stuff in fizzy drink. lots of chemicals, not to mention high sugar content. High sugar = High Calories = Gain Weight + Poor Health. Some debated that fizzy drinks is not a cause of weight gain especially zero calorie drinks but then to sweetened those drinks, they used Aspartame and Aspartame is a chemical that could cause health problems in long term. No one would want a slim and unhealthy body right?

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER FOUR

Have another glass of water while you are having the meal. Again this is another way of making yourself full so that you can actually rise from the table eating less but feeling full just the same. Instead of drinking it one gulp, take sips after each morsel. It will help the food to settle faster so that you get that feeling that you are full faster.

SIDENOTE: Water is such a remarkable thing, but seldom do we give it the credit that it deserves. Did you know that over 66% of your body weight is nothing but water? It’s amazing!

Water also plays a vital role in weight control, which is why I donated so much space to it, above.

ISLAMIC TIPS : remember.. 1/3 FOOD, 1/3 WATER and 1/3 AIR.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER THREE.

Drink a glass of water before you start the meal. Water naturally needs some space so that you feel fuller without actually having to stuff yourself.

ISLAMIC TIPS : ISLAM recommends to eat before you are hungry and stop eating before you are full. there should be equal porportions for FOOD, AIR and WATER in the stomach. following this would ensure that we don't over eating and our body become more active after eating. if you eat too much, you become lazier.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER TWO.

Start your day with a glass of water. As soon as you wake up, gulp down a glass of cool (not cold) water. It’s a wonderful way to start you day and you only need a lesser quantity of your breakfast drink after that. A glass of water lets out all your digestive juices and sort of lubricates the insides of your body. You may have your morning cup of tea but have it after a glass of water. It is good for you.

ISLAMIC TIPS : Its recommended in ISLAM, to drink cool water just after you wake up. Straight after you wake up, before brushing your teeth, have a mouthful of water, let it stay for 10 second and gulp it down. it was said that there is enzymes in the mouth that helps enhance your body immune system.

TIP LOSING WEIGHT NUMBER ONE.

Drink plenty of water. Our body needs a lot of water so give in to water. Water is not just way to flush out toxin but if you have more water in your body you will generally feel healthier and fitter. This it self will discourage any tendency to gorge. The best thing about water is that is has no calories at all.

Water is the common name applied to the liquid form (state) of the hydrogen and oxygen compound H2O. Pure water is an odorless, tasteless, clear liquid. Water is one of nature's most important gifts to mankind. Essential to life, a person's survival depends on drinking water. Water is one of the most essential elements to good health -- it is necessary for the digestion and absorbtion of food; helps maintain proper muscle tone; supplies oxygen and nutrients to the cells; rids the body of wastes; and serves as a natural air conditioning system. Health officials emphasize the importance of drinking at least eight glasses of clean water each and every day to maintain good health.

Since water contains no calories and can serve as an appetite suppressant and helps the body metabolize stored fat, it may possibly be one of the most significant factors in losing weight. In his book, titled "The Snowbird Diet" Dr. Donald Robertson says the body will not function properly without enough water and discusses the importance of drinking plenty of water for permanent weight loss: "Drinking enough water is the best treatment for fluid retention; the overweight person needs more water than the thin one; water helps to maintain proper muscle tone; water can help relieve constipation; drinking water is essential to weight loss."

STEPS TO DRINK MORE WATER

1. Determine how much water you need. You've probably heard the "8 by 8" rule - drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day (2 quarts, 1.8 liters) - but the amount of water a person needs varies depending on his or her weight, activity level and climate. Another way to determine your specific recommended water intake is to divide your weight (in pounds) by two. The resulting number is the number of ounces of water you need each day. For example, if you weigh 150 lbs., strive to drink 75 ounces of water daily. For those who use the Metric system, divide your weight (in kilograms) by 30 (ex. somebody weighing 70 kg is going to need 2.3 liters per day). Keep in mind that these recommended intake numbers are controversial and some experts believe they are a gross exaggeration. See "warnings" below for more information.
2. Measure your daily intake of water. Do this for a few days. If you find that you're drinking less than the recommended quantity, try some of the following tips:
3. Carry water with you everywhere put it in a bottle or other container.
4. Keep a glass or cup of water next to you whenever you'll be sitting down for a long time, such as when you're at your desk at work. Drink from it regularly as you're working.
5. Try wearing a digital watch that beeps at the beginning of each hour. Use that as a reminder to pour yourself a glass of water. Vow to drink that water before the next beep. If you drink only one small (6 ounce or 180 ml) cup per hour, you'll have consumed 48 ounces (1.4 liters) by the end of an 8-hour workday.
6. Get a water purification system. Purified water tastes very good and may help make drinking water more appealing to you. Be aware, though, that as you grow accustomed to purified water, you may find that tap water leaves a bad taste in your mouth, even though it may be better for your teeth.^[1] Keep in mind that fluoride, found in small quantities in tap water, is necessary for strong, healthy teeth. ^[2] Fortunately, all toothpaste contains fluoride, so if you brush twice daily you won't need fluoridated water.
7. Add lemons or limes to your water. This makes it taste better and makes you want to drink more of it. Be careful not to make it too sour; just a splash of sourness should do the trick. Cucumber slices can also be added to a glass of water. Some mint leaves can be added to a pitcher of water which should be allowed to sit overnight. These are cheap alternatives to the bottled flavored water. If you do choose bottled flavored water, check the ingredients, as these are likely closer in form to lemon- or limeade than they are to water.
8. Eat water rich foods, such as fruits like watermelon, which is 92% water by weight. Blend up some seedless fresh watermelon flesh with some ice and place a few sprigs of mint (optional) - one of the most refreshing drinks, especially for the summertime. Cranberry juice is also another option, and has a bitter taste. Patients suffering from urinary infection caused by insufficient intake of water should drink cranberry juice and eat watermelon if not plain water everyday. A tomato is 95% water. An egg is about 74% water.
9. Keep water cold if it tastes better for you. Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator at home. Add ice or freeze water in a sports bottle before taking it with you, it will eventually melt and stay cold. Bear in mind that cold water takes energy for your body to regulate the temperature, and does burn some calories. Room temperature water is better if you're dehydrated. Your body can absorb the room temperature water immediately, instead of the body having to raise the temperature of the water first in order to process it.
10. Climate can drastically change how much water you need. On hot days that require you to be outside, you should drink more water to counteract the fluids you lose when you sweat. This not only keeps your body hydrated, it can prevent heat-related illness. Just as important (but often overlooked) is consuming enough fluids in cold & wet conditions. The human body works much more efficiently (including heating and cooling) when properly hydrated. Inadequate water intake affects the brain's function first, which can become very dangerous (especially in extreme conditions).

TIPS.

• Herbal tea, seltzer water and soup broth can count as part of the daily water intake.
• Make refreshing flavored water by filling a pitcher with filtered or tap water and then adding a few slices of citrus fruit, or a tea ball with herbs such as peppermint. Refrigerate for 4-8 hrs. Remove fruit slices or herbs, so the flavor doesn't get too strong.

WARNINGS.

• Increasing your water intake may cause you to have to get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. To avoid this, you may want to stop drinking water a few hours before bedtime--or make sure you visit the toilet before bed!
• While adequate water is essential to health, it is possible to drink too much water or any other beverage, and there has been considerable scientific debate surrounding how much water a person really needs per day. According to Snopes - http://www.snopes.com/medical/myths/8glasses.asp - the Los Angeles Times has reported that "Kidney specialists do agree on one thing, however: that the 8-by-8 (2 L) rule is a gross overestimate of any required minimum. To replace daily losses of water, an average-sized adult with healthy kidneys sitting in a temperate climate needs no more than one liter of fluid...the equivalent of about four 8-ounce (250 ml) glasses.
• People with some heart conditions, high blood pressure or swelling of the lower legs (edema) need to avoid excess water. If you have a history of kidney problems, especially if you have had a transplant, consult your doctor before increasing your fluid intakes.
• You shouldn't drink too much water while eating as it dilutes your stomach acid and can cause digestion problems.
• If you live in a place with a lot of heat (e.g., The Caribbean), you will have to drink extra water.
• It is possible to "overdose" on water. Water intoxication occurs when the electrolytes in the body are so diluted that they have trouble keeping the balance of water even inside and outside of individual cells. What that means is that drinking too much water (while not getting enough electrolytes) can cause your cells to burst. If you plan on doing heavy prolonged exercise, be sure to alternate sports drinks with regular water to keep your electrolytes in balance.
• Crystal Lite, Gatorade and other electrolyte drinks contain acetic acid which can increase rates of tooth decay. There is no real reason to drink electrolyte drinks unless you are heavily exercising (see above).
• Be aware that some elderly individuals with difficulty walking may avoid drinking adequate amounts of water, as they have difficulty transferring/walking to the bathroom. In such cases, a bedside commode may be useful. If you are caring for such an individual, encourage them to drink the necessary amount of water and reassure him/her that you can help them with the transfer to the commode.
• It is not recommended that you reuse plastic water bottles that are intended for one time use, specifically number one plastics. These bottles leach chemicals into your water after multiple uses. The bottle, if not properly cleaned, may harbor bacteria from your mouth. If you wish to always have water around, use a water bottle. Bottles like Sigg or other canteens are now more favorable due to the risk of chemical leaching when using plastic products.
• In some countries, tap water is dangerous and can cause diseases such as jaundice. Make sure you know what's safe and what isn't.

ISLAMIC TIPS : ZAM-ZAM from Mecca is the best water source in the world.

RESOURCES : http://www.wikihow.com/Drink-More-Water-Every-Day

101 EASY WAYS TO LOSE YOUR WEIGHT.

There was a time in this world when the need to lose weight was completely unheard of. People ate well, but they worked well too. They woke up early in the morning and then engaged in a whole day’s work. This work was mostly physical labor. People worked on fields digging, sowing, harvesting. They tilled they soil, rode horses, worked on farms and ranches. The result was that they could afford to eat almost anything they wanted in whatever quantities they wanted.

But that was ages ago. The world has changed so much since those days. Life styles have changed so much and the comforts and facilities have increased so much. But every rose has its thorn. As a result of all these comforts and amenities the state of physical well being has really changed. Most of us have sedentary jobs that demand little or no exercise at all. To put it simply, things have become so damn easy. And just as can be expected, weight gain has become a major concern for almost every city dweller.

During the period of thoughtless youth it is not such a major concern. The young practically eat nothing and so weight problems do not bother them so much. But as soon as you turn twenty, you start showing signs of weight gain and that too in all the wrong places.

It’s not about the hour glass figure or the perfectly sculpted and toned body. It is more about staying fit and remaining healthy to ensure a long, disease free life. Every body knows that those extra pounds spell illness. All over the world people are switching to a healthier life style and the catch line is indeed weight loss.

This blog is dedicated solely to the cause of losing weight and that too in the most surprising ways you ever heard of. There is only one thing that you have to bear in mind. Weight loss does not happen by itself. There are only two ways to accomplish it...

The first is by watching what you eat and the second is by seeing to it that your body gets the exercise that it needs. (This report gives tips for both.)

As you go through the following pages, my hope is that you’re continually amazed by all the “everyday” things you can be doing to lose 10 pounds...or more.