A term that does not get nearly enough exposure is N.E.A.T. This acronym stands for Non exercise activity thermogenesis. It is a term used to describe how much ‘power’ a person expends going about their daily business. It is a concept often used to help treat severely obese patients who are often unable or unmotivated enough to embark upon a proper exercise regimen, and thus need to be encouraged to lose weight without thinking about it, in short they are encouraged to increase their NEAT. If you go for a walk, your thermogenesis level increases, if you swim in cold water, again your thermogenesis level increases (significantly). We need to find activities that do not feel like (strenuous) exercise so that we are more likely to stick to the pattern.
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Cold water swimming for weight loss and a multitude of health benefits.
One of my favourite things to do is to swim in the sea, and I know from personal experience that one of the best sure-fire ways to blast fat away from my body is to swim in cold water. Most of the energy our bodies expend when we are in a state of rest is used […]
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Benefits of Garlic
Garlic is one food that everybody should be eating as much of as possible. Garlic contains allicin, which is an organosulphur, which are compounds that our bodies need. They have been linked with reducing inflammation and oxidation stresses on our bodies. It contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, garlic can act […]
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NEAT and weight loss.
A term that does not get nearly enough exposure is N.E.A.T. This acronym stands for Non exercise activity thermogenesis. It is a term used to describe how much ‘power’ a person expends going about their daily business. It is a concept often used to help treat severely obese patients who are often unable or unmotivated enough to embark upon […]
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Ginger
Ginger benefits It has been found that ginger may affect gastrointestinal function, and has been used for thousands of years to treat nausea (especially forms of motion sickness). It is theorised that ginger suppresses certain neurohypophysial hormones from being released into the bloodstream that can contribute to nausea. It may also have some anti cancer proerties, but the evidence is […]
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Reasons to eat eggs as part of a weight loss program
Eggs are absolutely packed with protein. Most of the bad wrap eggs get in the press is basically bullshit. The cholesterol argument especially, may be wrong. Experts now believe that cholesterol that is consumed from food (mostly) doesn’t find its way into your bloodstream, as it has not been produced by your body. The bulk […]
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Benefits of a Ketogenic Diet
A kеtо dіеt rеfеrѕ to a kеtоgеnіс dіеt, whісh іѕ a hіgh-fаt, аdеԛuаtе-рrоtеіn, lоw-саrb dіеt. Thе gоаl іѕ to gеt mоrе саlоrіеѕ frоm рrоtеіn аnd fаt than frоm саrbѕ. It wоrkѕ by dерlеtіng уоur bоdу of іtѕ ѕtоrе оf sugar, ѕо іt wіll ѕtаrt to brеаk dоwn рrоtеіn аnd fаt fоr еnеrgу, causing kеtоѕіѕ (аnd weight lоѕѕ).
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10 ways to a healthier body this spring
Springtime means warmth and sunshine after months of dreary weather, so of course you want to get outside! This also means it is the perfect time to check in with your health and make positive changes. Check out the list below for some fun activities that will make both your mind and body happy. 1. […]
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Losing Weight Is About Muscles, Not Fat
Everybody losing weight is thinking about losing fat. Fat is very visible on our stomach and thighs, and the point of dieting is to get that away. But the true core, the mechanism of how we lose weight has much more to do with muscles than fat itself. Let me show you what we are […]
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Ideas for you: How 8 celebrities lost weight for their film roles
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A tasty in-between snack
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Cinnamon As A Tasty Weight Loss Tool
The main benefit of cinnamon is for maintaining blood sugar levels, thus helping to prevent blood sugar crashes and spikes, which in turn helps you to stave of hunger. You don’t need pills to control blood sugar! Cinnamon is a spice that adds flavour to all sorts of foods, from savoury to sweet. This tasty ingredient is […]
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Start Here! The number 1 reason your weight loss has plateaued.
There is a lot of misleading material out there, and this article is designed as a primer for you and your new healthy weight loss adventure. I will go over what I believe is the number 1 reason for so many people are overweight (other than apathy of course, you have to actually be willing to change […]
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The nutritional benefits of chickpeas (Garbanzo beans, bengal gram)
They have several names, chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans or Bengal gram are an important source of Carbohydrates, Folate, vitamins and proteins. Recent studies have shown that they can lessen your appetite due to their fibre content. Check out our roasted chickpea post here >> Chickpeas are a good source of protein. If you combine them […]
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The benefits of cold water for your brain & mental state
Cold water has a marked impact on the bodies of mammals, especially those that have evolved to spend most of their time in the water. This is evidenced by the ‘mammalian dive response’. An evolutionary adaptation designed to help mammals survive underwater for as long as possible, due to the lack of breathable oxygen. This […]
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The ultimate green superfood? Spirulina: A Complete Overview.
If you keep up with the latest in natural news and nutrition, chances are, you’ve heard of spirulina. Due to its various advantages to health and wellness, this saltwater plant is becoming increasingly common and is available in several different forms. Keep reading for more information on spirulina, including what it is, the benefits it […]
I work an 8 hour desk job and I constantly move my legs in 30 minutes to an hour increments every 15 minutes and wind up doing about 5 to 6 hours of NEAT 5 days a week. I think it truly has helped in maintaining if not losing weight and really how nice is it to lose weight whils still sitting on your butt and not breaking a sweat!
Glad it works for you. Definitely one of the best ways of losing weight is to get into a habit of doing something you enjoy and then it doesn’t feel like work!