How to Make Delicious and Healthy Weight Loss Soup

Are you trying to lose some extra pounds? Do you enjoy eating soup? If your answer is yes, then we have a great solution for you! It's time to spice up your diet with a tasty and healthy weight loss soup. Soups are not only great for losing weight, but they also provide the necessary nutrients for your body. With our easy-to-follow recipe, making your own healthy soup has never been easier.

Start with the basics:
To make your weight loss soup, you'll need a selection of fresh vegetables. The basic vegetables that you need are carrots, celery, onions, and garlic. You can also add in other vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, and kale.

Photo: Spicy Weight-Loss Cabbage Soup Recipe

Use the right herbs and spices:
Once you have your vegetables, you can now add in herbs and spices to enhance the flavor of your soup. You can use herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Spices such as cumin, turmeric, and red pepper flakes can also be added.

Choose your protein:
To make your soup filling, you can add in some protein such as chicken, fish, or lean meat. You can also add in some beans or lentils for a vegetarian option.

Cook it right:
The key to making a delicious and healthy soup is to cook it slowly over low heat. This allows for all the flavors to merge together, resulting in a rich and flavorful soup. You can also make a large batch and freeze it for later use.

Photo: 47 Healthy Soup Recipes That Will Help You Lose Weight

Serve your soup:
Once the soup is done, it can be served as a side dish or a main meal. You can also add in some whole-grain crackers or a slice of bread for a complete meal.

In conclusion, making your own weight loss soup is a great way to shed some extra pounds and improve your overall health. By using fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, you can create a delicious and flavorful soup that will keep you satisfied and on track with your weight loss goals. Remember to take your time when cooking, and allow the flavors to merge together for the best result. So, go ahead and give this recipe a try today, and enjoy all the benefits of a tasty, healthy, and satisfying meal.

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Lorcaserin - A Weight Loss Pill That May Actually Work with Hallucinogenic Properties?

Update 2/23/2021: 

This product has been recalled, maybe it didn't work afterall?

Wikipedia reposrts that, "In December 2012, the US Drug Enforcement Administration proposed classifying lorcaserin as a Schedule IV drug because it has hallucinogenic properties at higher than approved doses and users could develop psychiatric dependencies on the drug.On 7 May 2013, the US Drug Enforcement Administration classified lorcaserin as a Schedule IV drug under the Controlled Substances Act." Excerpt from Wikipedia Lorcaserin

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Original blog post 7/1/2012 (shown below):
If you have a BMI of more than 30 or more than 27 BMI  (Body Mass Index) with health conditions, you may be eligible for a recently FDA released weight loss drug. Lorcaserin is the first prescription available for anti-obesity to actually win the FDA's approval, since the defective Orlistat in 1999.

Don't go ask your doctor quite yet, as approval is still being sought from the  (DEA )Drug Enforcement Agency), once this happens the drug will begin its marketing and distribution throughout the United States.

33% of Americans have been declared obese, with an additional 36% considered overweight. Being overweight presents many issues for a person, including emotional and physical discomfort.  Lorcaserin aka Belviq is made by the San Diego based Arena Pharmaceuticals. With so much of the population struggling with weight loss and everyone seeking a "quick fix", something better happens soon.  Food can be a difficult journey because unlike an alcoholic or drug addict, food is everywhere!! Work, gas stations, yummy fast food commercials, parties and at home, this emotional and physiological addiction can be hard to overcome without the proper support from family, friends and a stronger sense of self-will.

Although pills are a quick fix, there are many severe side effects associated with this. Including heart defects and permanent gastrointestinal problems. Yet some overweight victims may be at their wit's end with trying to lose the weight and willing to take the risk, but chances are if you are physically abusing your body with food, anorexia or bulimia you may be willing to accept the side effects of  Lorcaserin /Belviq and other weight loss pharmaceuticals.

With or without the pills, here are a few weight loss tips to keep in mind throughout your journey:

• Eat half of what you would normally eat
• Take a walk instead of eating emotionally
• Choose protein over sugar/sweets
• Take it easy
• Join an online or other support group
• Don't isolate yourself and eat
• Find a food plan that works for you
• Replace all of those big plates and bowls with smaller plates and bowls and don't take seconds

Additional tips:

Helpguide.org

Webmd.com - Best Weight Loss Tips

Disclaimer: Talk to your Dr. before trying anything new in regards to your health. This website holds no responsibility for your own dumb and smart actions. Don't be a snowflake.

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Miley Cyrus Gluten-Free Diet

Back in 2012 Miley Cyrus got a lot of media attention regarding her choice to change her lifestyle and food choices by adopting a gluten-free attitude. I say "attitude", because going gluten-free is as hard, or harder than going vegetarian, and probably as hard as going vegan. Wheat and gluten seems to be in everything.

Image Source: US Magazine

Chances are you are probably familiar with wheat, just keep in mind that everything with flour includes wheat. Unless the flour is an alternative flour, like rice or corn. But what about gluten-free?

What is gluten-free per Wikipedia: "Gluten-free diet is a diet that excludes foods containing gluten. Gluten is a protein complex found in wheat (including Kamut and spelt), barley, rye, and triticale. Corn and rice also contain gluten but are considered gluten-free, as the gluten in these species does not cause celiac disease. A gluten-free diet is the only medically accepted treatment for celiac disease, the related condition dermatitis herpetiformis, and wheat allergy, but not gluten allergy."

If you are considering a gluten-free diet you may want to consider talking to your doctor. Many people that are on a gluten-free diet replace wheat flour and wheat-based products with the following:

• corn
• potatoes
• rice
• tapioca (derived from cassava)
• amaranth
• arrowroot
• millet
• lupini beans
• quinoa
• sorghum (jowar)
• taro
• teff
• chia seed
• yam 
• Some bean, soybean, and nut flours are used in gluten-free products.

Many major recipe resources are finally acknowledging gluten-free needs, here is a small list of popular gluten-free recipes:

1. Food Network
2. All Recipes
3. Gluten-Free Goddess
4. Celiac
5. Food.com

Soon after the 2012 Miley Cyrus gluten-free episode, she tweeted to her Twitter followers that she does not have an eating disorder, that in fact, she has an allergy to gluten and lactose. Here was her response, nice Miley, nice! "For everyone calling me anorexic I have a gluten and lactose allergy," she wrote. "It's not about the weight it's about health. Gluten is crapppp anyway!"

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Try Something New and Lose Fat

Try something new. New ideas spark new thoughts creating inspiration and possibly new positive self talk. Great things, things and ideas that excite you therefore inspire you to change and grow, progressing you out of the old ruts and bad habits.  Here are some "new"  ideas to try out:

1. Check out a local art museum: One of my favorites and just a walk from the beach is the Laguna Beach Art Museum and it is even free on Thursdays from 5pm-8pm.
2. Look for some fresh and inviting veggies and fruit, inspire the senses at your local farmers market. Farmer.net
3. Redecorate your house, add some flair or simply. Give your house a makeover and feel good about coming home. Interior Design Magazine
4. Try a new sport, to name a few: Volleyball, Basketball, Bicycling, Tennis, the list goes on and so does the fun. Sports are character building, fun and exciting ways to loose weight. MeetUp.com may have a few people in your area trying to do the same.
5. Take a dance class, salsa, line dancing, jazz, ballet.....bellydancing.
6. Energize your life with skydiving.
7. A fun way to find new and cheap ways to do things in your area is too check out reduced priced action from sources like Groupon, Spreebird, Daily Deals and many more.

PHOTO: Female Volleyball Player

Have fun with your day and  doggonit try something new!

NOTE: This website holds no responsibility for your actions or choices, talk with your medical or psychological doctor if you have any questions.

8 Ways to Cut Your Food Costs and Lose Weight

With the cost of food on a continuous rise, we are all working to cut costs. So while we cut costs why not shop healthier as well. Processed foods are not only low on the nutrition level, can cause problems throughout your body, lower your immunity, cause allergies, give you skin problems, use more of our natural resources and create excess fat. So why not kill two birds with one stone and save money and eat healthier? Here are a few helpful hints to get you through it.

Source: Celebuzz

1. Don't go shopping while you are hungry! even if you can't eat a full meal you can grab a high protein low sugar protein bar to curb those cravings.

2. Join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), if you can't or choose to not grow your own food this is a great way to save money by cutting out the middleman.

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Way Through a Community Supported Agriculture Box,
Farmers' Market, or Backyard Bounty

3. Stick to your grocery list, don't get distracted with fancy packaging and sweet temptations!

4. Frozen foods tend to use less preservatives, are less expensive, can still be found organic, and can be eaten al dente compared to the canned food's soggy appeal.

3. Shop at your local farmer's market. If the pick your food scenario doesn't quite work for you maybe you will enjoy the social appeal of a farmer's market. Most farmer's market meet one to two times a week, and if you go at the end of the day you can get some pretty good deals.

5. Eat lots of beans and rice, dried legumes. Dried beans and rice make a great staple food, are packed with whole grain goodness and are super cheap even when bought organic. You can find dried rice and beans at your local Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and independent health food stores.

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6. Buy in bulk! If you like a certain food and you know that you will use it, check with your store to see if you can get bulk discounts. For example, instead of buying one pound of your favorite rice, see if you can get a 25 pound bag. Check online first to determine the storage requirements to make sure your household can handle bulk storage.

8. Cut your portions in half. Weight Watchers recommends eating just half of what you would normally eat, try it for just three days and see how you feel. Did your energy increase? Do you have less of those yucky "I feel full feelings"? Keep a diet diary to remember the experience and adjust your eating to meet your needs.

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Sensa's Weight Loss Promises - Sprinkle your weight away!

Sprinkle your weight away! Some here and some there and weight will just magically melt away. No more problems with clothes not fitting or those ghastly self-esteem problems. Although Sensa Weight Loss products are available at Amazon and Cotsco, it seems there are a few warnings that should be considered before you go for the gold, but first their promises.

Image courtesy of: Sensa Weight-Loss Program: The Accidental Discovery That's Transforming the Way People Lose Weight

Developed by smell and taste expert Dr. Alan Hirsh, the theory behind Sensa's Sprinkle Diet is that your senses are all connected. 

Biography

"Dr. Alan Hirsch, a Neurologist and Psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of smell and taste loss, is the Neurological Director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, IL. He is a Faculty Member in the Department of Medicine at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology and Department of Psychiatry at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center.

Since being accepted into medical school at the age of 16, Dr. Hirsch's career has been dedicated to studying the sensory system of the human body. He lectures frequently around the country, and has conducted and published over 180 research studies on sensory phenomena. His 20-plus years of research regarding the impact of smell and taste on weight loss led him to develop the patent-pending technology used in the Sensa Weight-Loss System.

As America's foremost researcher on the effects of odors and flavors on human emotion, mood and behavior, Dr. Hirsch has helped create the sensory experiences for thousands of products and places, from the refreshing fragrance of your favorite shampoo to the welcoming scent in a hotel lobby. In fact, there's an excellent chance that at least once in the past four days, you've come in contact with a product or place he's helped to odorize!

Dr. Hirsch has been featured in major magazines and has appeared on Dateline NBC, CNN, Good Morning America, Extra and the Food Network." Excerpt, Amazon 2021.

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Hirsch's Guide to Scentsational Weight Loss

In fact, how you smell and taste influences how much you eat. Sounds reasonable. Sensa's Promises:

1. Now you CAN lose fat WITHOUT depriving yourself!
2. SENSA® and it makes losing weight simple
3. Just sprinkle on your food and lose weight naturally, without restrictions
   
4. SENSA® is NOT a diet or an appetite suppressant
   
5. Prevents you from overeating
   
6. No side effects
7. No Dr's visits
8. Speeds up the process that trigger's your "I'm Full Signal"
9. 30 Day money-back guarantee

So what's in it that works this unearthly magic on my body? Sensa's Ingredients List:

• Maltodextrin
• Tricalcium Phosphate
• Silica
• Natural & Artificial Flavors

Wow, I had originally started this blog post with intentions of finding the dirt on Sensa. However, at this point, I might use it to lose those extra stubborn pounds. I would love to hear any feedback on your Sensa Weight Loss experiences. Good and Bad. Sprinkle away until then.

I will be randomly listing my experience with Sensa's Weight Loss system over a 30 day period, including emotional and physical changes and real-life pictures. Stay tuned.

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Side note:
Our original blog post (shown above) was created in 2012.

• After further investigation of this diet in 2021, I found that the product may no longer be available, possible recall for this product, and a few class-action lawsuits. 

• We welcome your comments about any experience that you may have with the Sensa Diet Plan below.

• Class action lawsuit: Sensa Weight-Loss Crystals Lawsuit Denied Class Certification

Extreme Weight Loss: Get a Tongue Patch and Lose 50 Pounds

This new extreme weight loss method suggests that you can lose 25 to 30 pounds in just a month, and possibly 50 or more in just two months. But how far are you willing to go to meet your weight loss goals?

This Beverly Hills doctor boasts that all you need to do is sew a patch onto the surface of your tongue. And because the patch is so uncomfortable, it makes it hard to eat. Forcing tongue patch wearers to eat a liquid low-calorie diet. Dr. Nikolas Chugay's weight loss plans include liquid drink recipes, psychological treatments, and much more. The patch is the size of a postage stamp and is secured to the top of the tongue with just six stitches.

Source: Daily Mail

Patients recover immediately after the patch is removed and he says it cheaper, safer, and less invasive than the lap band. Watch the video below with the doctor's explanation of his services and more on the procedure.

Possible negative side effects include:

• Speech difficulties
• Trouble sleeping
• Swelling of the tongue

“At the start, you can’t even move your tongue for the pain. I’ve tried to eat solid food but it’s impossible,” says Yomaira, speaking from her family home in Charallave, an industrial conurbation on the outskirts of Caracas. “It’s a huge inconvenience, but I’m doing it to feel better about myself. I was very fat.” - From the Time article: The ‘Miracle’ Tongue Patch: Beauty-Conscious Venezuela’s New Extreme Diet

Possible positive effects:

• It teaches you discipline
• Teaches you to eat differently
• It costs $150 in Venezuela, a lot cheaper than weight loss surgery

Personal notes:
Alternatives to this may be to staple your own tongue instead of getting the patch sewn on (do not do this, it is just a joke). Or just force yourself to live on smoothies for a month (probably a better alternative to either of the aforementioned, but talk to your Dr first), and if you give in to temptation and find yourself going for solid food just take a hammer and hit yourself (also just a joke).  In 2013 Venezuela, this is the new weight loss fad and the preferred gift for a 15-year-old girl's birthday present. Hmmm...

Source: World Time

Disclaimer:
All suggestions are not recommendations, and this blog/blogger holds absolutely no responsibility for your actions.

Racheal Ray's Weight Loss - How did she do it?

The carefree and witty TV chef Rachael Ray has recently gone through some major body and health changes. With a cyst discovery that forced her into throat surgery, she was presented with the opportunity to improve her health.

Image courtesy of: Dailymail UK

Image courtesy of: Dailymail UK

Source: Zimbio

In many cases, celebrities and just the normal Joe and Jane are faced with similar learning experiences. There have been many cases where cancer or other issues with one's body prompts them to build a better, healthier self. Almost like facing one's immortality in the eye propels one to recognize the short time we all have on earth.

Source: nydailynews.com

Rachael Ray's weight loss took dedication and change in her daily routine. So many of us wish we could lose weight but never put the effort into the daily and sometimes hourly dedication that it requires to change oneself. Ray took up jogging, the gym, sleep schedule adjustments to ensure she was getting adequate sleep, change of portions sizes, food choices, and now claims she feels healthier and sexier, thinks clearer, and has more energy.

Source: US Magazine

Image courtesy of: Diets in Review

 

How to Apply to ABC's Extreme Weight Loss Show

In case you're desperate enough to go through a public boot camp for weight loss, weight loss shows may be your answer to successful weight loss.

Source: ABC.Go.com

Here are a few tips and links to Get You Started:
(Excerpt from Extremeweightlosscasting.com)

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Pre-Register With Us

CLICK HERE to pre-register. You are strongly encouraged to pre-register and create your profile so the casting team can get to know you before hitting the road for casting and watching videos. You will see a screen after you hit "submit your details" that let's you know we have received your pre-registration.  If you do not, then you will need to resubmit. If you try to submit multiple times and do not see this message it is most likely because your photo(s) and/or video(s) is/are too large.  Please double-check the size of your photo(s) and videos. Photos should not exceed 20 MB and videos should not exceed 2 minutes. The Online Pre-Registration is different than the Season 6 Application.  You will only need the Season 6 Application if you receive a callback interview or if you are sending in a video. 

STEP 2: Attend an Open Casting Call And/Or Make a Video Submission. 

Please check back often or for immediate information, follow us on Twitter @EWL_Casting or FacebookFacebook.com/EWLCasting

Please click the "Open Calls" tab for more information on casting call locations, dates and times.

CLICK HERE for instructions on what to include in your video and how to submit it.

Please Note: 

*Please bring a current non-returnable photo of yourself to the open call and/or be sure to include one with your video submission

*YOU DO NOT NEED A VIDEO IN ORDER TO ATTEND AN OPEN CASTING CALL.  If you made one prior to the open casting call, please do not bring it with you.   MAIL OR EMAIL IT PER THE INSTRUCTIONS.

*You can print and bring the Season 6 application with you to the casting call, but it is not mandatory. 

*Shorter "Casting Call Applications" will be provided at the casting calls. 

*Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by April 12, 2015 to be eligible.
*Applicants must be a legal U.S. resident

For additional Eligibility Requirements click on the eligibility tab above

Jillian Michaels: Slim for Life Work Out at a Home - Stay Motivated!

Jillian Michaels weight loss book Slim for Life: My Insider Secrets to Simple, Fast and Lasting Weight Loss.  Jillian Michaels is famous for her drill-sergeant weight loss training demeanor from NBC's "The Biggest Loser.”

Slim for Life: My Insider Secrets to

Simple, Fast, and Lasting Weight Loss

Her I can do it attitude will get you through those “I cant's”, she offers an incredible insight to losing weight and making it doable even for moms that work, and people with a super tight schedule.

Found on: Parade.com

I can’t wait to get her new book  Slim for Life she offers hot tips on:

• how to accelerate her metabolism
• how to dress to look thinner
• on how to make getting slim manageable
• stop cravings
• prevent self-sabotage
• slim down for life with this no-nonsense insider's plan
• No BS, no gimmicks, just tips that work

Standing just 5 foot 2 inches, Jillian’s strength has reshaped the way American women view themselves. Going from thin to muscular, Jillian’s influence, P90x, and even CrossFit are helping women and men all over find their inner strength.

Found on: BUZZFeed

Who is Jillian Michaels?

Jillian Michaels is an American personal trainer, businesswoman, author and TV personality from Los Angeles, California. Michaels is best known for her appearances on NBC's The Biggest Loser and Losing It with Jillian

Found on: US Magazine

"Jillian has been a fitness expert and wellness coach for over 20 years. In addition, she owned and operated a sports medicine facility, where she worked as a physical therapy aid under the physiatrists, physical therapists, and chiropractors. Jillian's passion for fitness training originates from 17 years of martial arts practice in Muay Thai and Akarui-Do, in which she holds a black belt. 

Since 1993, Jillian has held two personal training certificates from the leading certification programs in the country: the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) and the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). In addition, she is Kettlebell Concepts certified. Jillian has also developed a continuing education series for trainers with AFAA and holds a nutrition and wellness consultant certificate with the American Fitness Professionals and Associates (AFPA)." - Excerpt from Jillian Michael's Website - 

View body transformations here:
Jillianmichaels.com/transformations