How I challenged bloating and belly fat
My aha moment came in December 2015 when I viewed the photos I had taken at Dunn's River Falls.The photos told a story... spare tyres were forming on my body! In my scheme of things, that ring of fat, that hangs around the waist and under arms, is not acceptable. Now its time to fight back. I took a decision then to improve my physical image. I began by researching the internet for solutions to my current problem. Firstly, I researched the foods that were recommended for my blood type. In addition, I researched the foods that were integral to my diet and
eliminated the gas producing foods, even if they are rated as healthy.
If you know your blood type, insert it along with the word foods in the search window on your computer, then select the topic that best suits you. Based on my research, I adopted a few tips that have worked:
Tip # 1 - reduce gluten intake (a gluten free diet is best for my blood type)
Tip # 2 - reduce added sugars
Tip #3 - reduce salt intake
Tip #4 - skip the fizz
Tip #5 - develop and sustain regular exercise routine
To reduce gluten intake I add more organic foods in my diet such as fruits, vegetables and ground provisions (e.g. yams, green banana) and skip the wheat.
Added sugars are included in sweet drinks and treats. Even healthy treats usually have added sugar, so I check food labels for sugar content and other ingredients that could spike my sugar level. 'Sugar free' is a good alternative. Sugar free products can be found in the local grocery store/supermarkets or health food stores. On weekends I prepare home made juices from seasonal fruits or vegetables such as carrot or cucumber and stock them in the refrigerator.
When cooking I add very little salt. Just enough to take away the blandness. In addition I avoid cured or canned meats because the preservatives are usually sodium based. If I have to prepare a meal with cured meat such as codfish, it is soaked overnight.
Fizzy drinks, while refreshing, can cause bloating because the bubbles from carbonated beverages can lodge in the stomach or intestines. Occasionally, when I crave for the fizz, an alternative would be sparkling wine or a mixture of seltzer/soda water with cordial or a natural fruit juice of choice.
My daily exercise routine is usually between 10 to 20 minutes, in the mornings and include: squats, stretches and extended leg lifts that target core areas such as abs, glutes, arms and legs. My routines are usually downloaded from the internet. I exercise as often as possible and at least three times per week. Rainbow leg lifts and squat jumps are among my favourites.
If you know your blood type, insert it along with the word foods in the search window on your computer, then select the topic that best suits you. Based on my research, I adopted a few tips that have worked:
Tip # 1 - reduce gluten intake (a gluten free diet is best for my blood type)
Tip # 2 - reduce added sugars
Tip #3 - reduce salt intake
Tip #4 - skip the fizz
Tip #5 - develop and sustain regular exercise routine
To reduce gluten intake I add more organic foods in my diet such as fruits, vegetables and ground provisions (e.g. yams, green banana) and skip the wheat.
Added sugars are included in sweet drinks and treats. Even healthy treats usually have added sugar, so I check food labels for sugar content and other ingredients that could spike my sugar level. 'Sugar free' is a good alternative. Sugar free products can be found in the local grocery store/supermarkets or health food stores. On weekends I prepare home made juices from seasonal fruits or vegetables such as carrot or cucumber and stock them in the refrigerator.
When cooking I add very little salt. Just enough to take away the blandness. In addition I avoid cured or canned meats because the preservatives are usually sodium based. If I have to prepare a meal with cured meat such as codfish, it is soaked overnight.
Fizzy drinks, while refreshing, can cause bloating because the bubbles from carbonated beverages can lodge in the stomach or intestines. Occasionally, when I crave for the fizz, an alternative would be sparkling wine or a mixture of seltzer/soda water with cordial or a natural fruit juice of choice.
My daily exercise routine is usually between 10 to 20 minutes, in the mornings and include: squats, stretches and extended leg lifts that target core areas such as abs, glutes, arms and legs. My routines are usually downloaded from the internet. I exercise as often as possible and at least three times per week. Rainbow leg lifts and squat jumps are among my favourites.
Wow that is an awesome transformation. I'm going to try these tips starting first with finding out my blood type. You look great by the way :-)
ReplyDeleteWow that is an awesome transformation. I'm going to try these tips starting first with finding out my blood type. You look great by the way :-)
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