A monthly column on diet, exercise and my weight loss journey.
In the course of doing a daily radio show, a lot of information comes across my desk, much of it having to do with diet, health and exercise. Here’s just a sampling of some recent reports.
FITBIT DOESN’T BITE
If you can’t seem to find the motivation to get up and move, new research out of Australia in the Lancet Digital Health, reports it may be worth investing in a fitness tracker, smart watch, or pedometer. There’s a connection between wearable activity trackers, exercising more, and losing weight. The study finds these tracking devices encourage people to walk up to 40 minutes more per day (roughly 1,800 more steps). This results in an average weight loss of 2.2 pounds over the course of five months.
CRUNCHY FAT BLASTER
Want to lose weight an easy way? Munch on cucumbers daily. You can shed up to 4 pounds without dieting. According to India’s Phytochemistry Research Lab, scientists say compounds in cucumber steady blood sugar and kills hunger pains and cravings.
PLASTIC PURGE
Plastic water bottles are not good for the environment. And now we find that plastic water bottles aren’t good for you, either. According to an article in Woman’s World magazine, swapping your plastic water bottle for a glass or metal one prevents exposure to compounds that can make you gain weight.
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This monthly column is a two-way street. I would love to hear from you. What has helped you lose weight? Any tips you would like to share? I welcome your feedback, thoughts and ideas and look forward to sharing them in a future article. You can email me at [email protected] or feel free to call me during my live radio show – weekdays between 3 pm – 7 pm on 94 FM The Fish. (800) 826-3637
