#Supplements to Reduce Body Fat

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Benefits of Weight Loss Capsules

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Shedding Pounds and Building Confidence: My Experience with Lean Flux Weight Loss Supplement

For years, I struggled with maintaining a healthy weight. I tried countless diets, exercise routines, and even fad cleanses, but nothing seemed to stick. The frustration was constant, and it started to affect my confidence and overall well-being.

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A Shift in Approach: Discovering Lean Flux

Then, I stumbled upon Lean Flux Weight Loss Supplement. Initially, I was sceptical, having been disappointed by so many other weight loss products. However, the concept of targeting G-Flux, a metabolic process that supposedly aids in building muscle and burning fat simultaneously, intrigued me. After researching the science behind G-Flux and reading positive reviews from other users, I decided to give Lean Flux a try.

First Impressions: Easy Integration and No Side Effects

Lean Flux comes in convenient capsule form, making it simple to integrate into my daily routine. The recommended dosage is two capsules a day, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. I found them easy to swallow, and thankfully, I experienced no unpleasant side effects throughout my usage.

Combining Lean Flux with a Healthy Lifestyle

It's important to note that I didn't rely solely on Lean Flux for weight loss. I adopted a more mindful approach to eating, focusing on whole foods and portion control. I also incorporated regular exercise into my schedule, starting with brisk walks and gradually progressing to light weight training. Lean Flux, I believe, played a crucial role in supporting these lifestyle changes.

Experiencing the Results: Weight Loss and Muscle Gain

Within the first few weeks of using Lean Flux alongside my new diet and exercise routine, I started noticing a difference. The stubborn weight that clung to me for years began to shed. But more importantly, I felt a shift in my body composition. I wasn't just losing weight; I was gaining muscle definition. My clothes started to fit looser, and I had more energy throughout the day.

Improved Performance and Confidence Boost

The newfound strength I gained from building muscle had a positive impact on my workouts. I could lift heavier weights, perform exercises with better form, and push myself further. This translated into a newfound sense of accomplishment and a significant boost in my confidence. I felt stronger, both physically and mentally.

Sustainable Weight Management: Lean Flux as a Long-Term Partner

It's been several months since I started using Lean Flux, and the results have been sustainable. I've managed to maintain a healthy weight without feeling deprived or constantly battling cravings. Lean Flux, for me, has become a long-term partner in my weight management journey. It's a helpful tool that complements my healthy lifestyle choices.

Beyond Weight Loss: A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

Lean Flux has offered me more than just weight loss. It's helped me develop a healthier relationship with food and exercise. I'm now more mindful of what I put into my body and prioritize activities that make me feel good. This newfound focus on overall well-being has had a positive ripple effect on all aspects of my life.

Would I Recommend Lean Flux? Absolutely!

If you're struggling to lose weight, build muscle, or simply want to support your overall health journey, I highly recommend giving Lean Flux a try. Remember, it's not a magic bullet, but it can be a powerful tool when combined with a healthy diet and exercise routine. Just like it did for me, Lean Flux might be the missing piece you need to achieve your weight loss and fitness goals.

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Disclaimer: It's important to consult with your doctor before starting any new supplement, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

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M A S T E R L I S T

for losing as much as possible in a short amount of time (cuz we are all desperate), from me - a biotechnologist, who relapsed (the demons never leave)

the tips i am about to share with all my girliepops are all based on science and work; if you have any other tips, feel free to share in the comments, so we can have all the tips in one place!

• eat your meals from smaller sized plates, to trick your brain you are eating more

• cut up your food into small pieces

• chew every bite at least 10-15 times, until it is a purée consistency; this way you will be eating slower and give your brain more time to realise you are full

• sip water with a lemon slice between your bites

• focus on eating vegetables and protein, limit carbs

• drink a lot of water, and I mean a lot

• add lemon slices to your water to make it have some flavour; also the lemon juice in water before your meals will help reduce the glucose spike => less insulin released from liver => less absorbed glucose from carbs/sugars/starches => less fat on your body

• move for 10 mins right after eating - walk, do calf raises, some light movement so all the glucose can be used before getting stored as fat on your body

• drink tea - green tea, detox tea, whatever tea, without a sweetener

• do not drink diet sodas/colas - or any kind of liquid that is not water/tea - these are useless calories, why would you do that to yourselves?! even if it says 0 cals - this s#it is so bad for you, and the carbonation makes you feel bloated like a god damn whale! ditch the diet sodas girliepops

• implement some kind of movement every day - walking, pilates, yoga, dance workouts, resistance bands workouts or stretching

• do not weigh yourself everyday - due to hormones our weigh fluctuates every day and this will just make you feel bad if you lose and gain 1-2 legs everyday depending on your menstrual cycle, water weight and so on.. weigh yourself every 2 weeks.

• do not drink fruit juice - this is such a scam; hear me out: how many oranges does it take to make 1 glass of orange juice? around 3. can you eat three whole oranges in one sitting? i bet no. then why would you drink 3 oranges? when you make fruit juice, all the fibre and the pulp is removed, leaving you with just the juice with all the sugar in it (in the form of glucose and fructose) so you are basically drinking pure sugar, which turns into fat… just eat your damned fruit, instead of drinking a bunch of empty calories

• take red cranberry supplements - they are usually taken for UTIs, but the red cranberry has diuretic effect, and will make you pee your water weight out; please do not take more than 2 pills and remember to drink plenty of water so you don’t damage your kidneys!!!!

• take probiotics - this will ensure your gut health stays good while restricting foods, so you don’t end up constipated and bloated

• i personally do not eat dairy products (i am lactose intolerant) - they are full of hormones from the cows, give you acne and inflammation, and the protein in it is not worth it considering the amount of fat these products have; skip the dairy if you can

• if you drink a lot of coffee, remember to drink plenty of water! coffee has a diuretic effect and if you are not drinking more water, it will make you retain whatever water is in your body, leading to water weight gain

• if you end up binging, do so mindfully - do not give in to all the food, just have a piece of chocolate, not the whole chocolate bar; have a piece of cake, not the whole cake; then get back on track and try to exercise as much as possible to burn the excess calories

• i think this is obvious but let me say it just in case - in order to lose weight, you have to be on a calorie deficit - meaning you burn/use more calories than you consume; but!! here is the trick - you have to maintain low calorie diet, do not ⭐️ve for more than 2 days, as this will f#ck up your metabolism - your body goes into fight or flight response, meaning everything you eat after f4sting will remain on your body as a reserve of food, in case you end up ⭐️ving again; so have your veggies and protein (chicken breasts, white fish)

• keep yourself busy so you don’t think about f0od - study, work, read books, journal, whatever it is, your day has to be full of activities do you can forget to e4t

• reject offered food - say you already ate / yr not hungry / you are allergic to some ingredient / you have a bad migraine and this will make it worse / or take the food and say you will have it later and just give it to someone else (pls don’t throw in trash, do not waste food)

• when eating with family / boyfriend - place food in a smaller plate, cut up food into very small pieces and eat very slowly and chew every bite for a long time, sip water between every few bites, then say you are full and cannot eat anymore / that you ate a bit earlier and yr full

• when eating, eat your veggies first, then your protein and eat the smallest amount of carbs - always leave leftover carbs in your plate

• do not eat any snacks - no cereal bars, no cereal, no chips, no crisps, no crackers, no salty sticks, just do not eat snacks!

• if you feel like eating - drink water first, then have veggies (cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, radishes, etc) or fruit (apples, citrus, any kind of berries)

• if you are having breakfast - always eat a savoury breakfast - eggs, avocado, veggies etc; never eat a sweet breakfast - cereal, croissants, pancakes, etc, this will spike up your glucose levels and all that sugar will turn into fat; a sweet breakfast will make you feel tired and exhausted all day, leading you to eat more

• wear a waist trainer - do so for no more than 8hrs a day; this will also help you have smaller portions of food, as it won’t allow your stomach to expand

• do not purge - this is very bad for your teeth and overall health; the stomach acid is very strong and every time you purge, your teeth are getting damaged; just don’t overeat in the first place and have self control!

this is all i have for right now; if i think of anything else, i will add later / make another post; if you have anything to add to this list - go ahead and do so in the comments below

remember, stay safe xx

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LOWERING YOUR CORTISOL LEVELS: THE MAIN STRESS HORMONE

Hi lovelies! If you didn’t know, cortisol is the main stress hormone of your body. Cortisol is a good thing for our bodies, it manages how our body uses carbs, fats or proteins, keeps inflammation down, regulates your blood pressure, increases glucose, controls your sleep cycle and boosts energy for when you have high levels of stress.

However, your body can produce too much unnecessary cortisol which is when it can start taking a toll on us, leading to

Anxiety or depression

Headaches

Heart diseases

Memory problems

Trouble staying focused

Digestive complications

Sleeping complications

Weight gain/loss

and more!

below the read more, there’s ways to lower and regulate our cortisol levels <3

getting adequate sleep

Prioritising and optimising our sleep is already beneficial for us, but it can help with lowering our cortisol levels. To make the most of your sleep, have an winding down routine, sleep and wake at similar times everyday, limit your caffeine intake(including soft drinks!) and reduce your screen time before you go to bed.

Moderate intensity exercise

Too intense exercise or no exercise, can increase the levels of cortisol but intense exercise usually has a temporary effect. It helps with managing our stress better and promotes better sleep which also helps with lowering your cortisol levels.

Practise deep breathing and meditation

This time to clear our minds, helps stimulates our resting & digest system in us. (Parasympathetic nervous system). You can do this wherever, whenever.

Eating a nutritious diet

Only you know what’s the best diet that suits your lifestyle, so I won’t say much about this, but make sure that you’re getting quality nutrition in your body.

Take your supplements

Make sure you talk to your doctor before taking any supplements! Before you consider taking any supplements, do some individual research first.

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NUTRITION JOURNALS: VITAMINS (PT 1/2)

HOW MANY VITAMINS ARE THERE?

- there are thirteen (13) essential vitamins; vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pathogenic acid (B5), biotin (B7), and folate (B9). these are the ones i'll focus on in this past, and it will be a longer post.

WHAT IS VITAMIN A?

- vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that supports your immune system, vision, reproductive health, and fetal growth. there are two forms of vitamin A; preformed vitamin A which are found in things like dairy, liver, and fish, and provitamin A carotenoids which can be found in fruits, vegetables, and oils. - The recommended daily amount of vitamin A is 900 micrograms (mcg) for adult men and 700 mcg for adult women.

WHAT IS VITAMIN B6?

- vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is important for normal brain development and for keeping the nervous system and immune system healthy. Food sources of vitamin B6 include poultry, fish, potatoes, chickpeas, bananas and fortified cereals. - vitamin B6 has been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and helps your body to make DNA, hemoglobin, and neurotransmitters. - in addition to low iron, low vitamin B6 has been linked to anemia, which i dont imagine i need to tell yall is incredibly common in disordered people. - because B6 is connected to neurotransmitters, it can help regulate mood and even aid sleep. One study showed that higher vitamin B6 intake is associated with lower depression and anxiety risk in females, but not males. - vitamin B6 also helps your body maintain normal levels of homocysteine, an amino acid that helps to build proteins. - vitamin B6 supplementation specifically has been shown to improve body composition – your ratio of lean muscle to fat. it has also been linked with higher muscle mass and lower body fat levels. in particular, vitamin B6 supplementation has been linked to lower-body weight loss, with a reduced amount of fat across the hips and waist.

WHAT IS VITAMIN B12?

- vitamin B-12 (cobalamin) plays an essential role in red blood cell formation, cell metabolism, nerve function and the production of DNA, the molecules inside cells that carry genetic information. - sources of vitamin B-12 include poultry, meat, fish and dairy products. Vitamin B-12 is also added to some foods, such as fortified breakfast cereals, and is available as an oral supplement. - some studies suggest that vitamin B12 could affect body fat and metabolism. one review concluded that vitamin B12 plays a key role in fat metabolism, noting that a deficiency could be linked to increased fat accumulation and obesity. take this with a grain of salt, though, because there is limited research on the topic. - vitamin B12 plays a role in serotonin production, so a deficiency may be connected with clinical depression. this may feel irrelevant, but your physical and mental health are really complexly connected. taking care of one can help improve the other.

WHAT IS VITAMIN C?

- vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a nutrient your body needs to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and collagen in bones. vitamin C is also vital to your body's healing process. additionally, it is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells against the effects of free radicals- molecules produced when your body breaks down food or is exposed to tobacco smoke and radiation from the sun, x-rays or other sources. - vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, berries, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, brussel sprouts, broccoli and spinach. - vitamin C helps your body to absorb iron in foods like beans and spinach, who's bio-availability is lower. - although vitamin C doesn't necessarily cause weight loss, it seems to be related to body weight. getting sufficient amounts of vitamin C increases body fat oxidation during moderate-intensity exercise. - another critical function of vitamin C is synthesizing carnitine, which transports long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria that produce energy.

WHAT IS VITAMIN D?

- there are different forms of vitamin D, including ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). vitamin D is found in fish, eggs, and fortified milk. It's also made in the skin when exposed to sunlight. during periods of sunlight, vitamin D is stored in fat and then released when sunlight is not available. - your body can only absorb calcium, the primary component of bone, when vitamin D is present. Vitamin D also regulates many other cellular functions in your body. Its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and neuro-protective properties support immune health, muscle function and brain cell activity. - vitamin D might play an important role in regulating mood and decreasing the risk of depression, and some studies suggest there may be a link between vitamin D and obesity, though more research is needed to verify this.

WHAT IS VITAMIN E?

- vitamin E is a nutrient that's important to vision, reproduction, and the health of your blood, brain and skin. vitamin E deficiency can cause nerve pain (neuropathy). - foods rich in vitamin E include canola oil, olive oil, margarine, almonds and peanuts. You can also get vitamin E from meats, dairy, leafy greens and fortified cereals. - getting enough vitamin E may help prevent oxidative stress and cellular damage. oxidative stress occurs when there’s an imbalance between your body’s antioxidant defenses and the production and accumulation of compounds called reactive oxygen species (ROS). this can lead to cellular damage and increased disease risk.

WHAT IS VITAMIN K?

- vitamin K is actually a group of compounds, with the most important ones being vitamin K1 and vitamin K2. vitamin K1 is obtained from leafy greens and some other vegetables. vitamin K2 is a group of compounds largely obtained from meats, cheeses, and eggs and synthesized by bacteria. - vitamin K's key role is to help heal injuries through blood clotting and strengthen bones by making four proteins among the 13 that are needed for blood clotting (coagulation) and osteocalcin.

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i am so sorry to be bothering you abt this but

If you've dealt with the hair loss of 4norexia how did you deal with it

(I spent years caring abt my hair and I kinda don't want it to fall out-)

don't worry, you're not bothering me at all!! i've never personally dealt with hair loss but i do have a list of things that's said to prevent it, keep in mind that this is just what i've found through research and what i've heard works and may not be 100% true :)

Supplements

Vitamin A- produces sebum which is a natural oil that keeps the hair from becoming brittle and dry by moisturizing the scalp helps promote cell/hair growth, improves blood circulation to the scalp which brings oxygen and nutrients to the roots, helps repair damaged hair, helps protect the hair from UV rays and environmental pollution. Recommended time to take it: with a meal, preferably one that contains healthy fats

Vitamin B7/Biotin- essential for the production of keratin which is a protein that makes up hair as well as skin and nails. Recommended time to take it: any time of the day, with or without food

Vitamin B9/Folic acid- also helps produce keratin, helps renew and grow hair follicles, helps create red blood cells that carry oxygen and nutrients to the hair, helps distribute nutrients throughout the body which can make the hair look shinier and stronger. Recommended time to take it: in the morning with it without food

Vitamin B12- produces red blood cells that carry oxygen to hair follicles, metabolizes amino acids which are fundamental to hair health, stimulates hair follicles to produce healthy strands of hair, prevents breakage and strengthens hair strands due to quicker cell division; producing stronger cells. Recommended time to take it: on an empty stomach, 30 minutes before or 2 hours after eating

Vitamin C- helps produce collagen which supports hair follicles and strengthens hair, helps absorb iron, prevents dihydrotestosterone which is a hormone that could possibly cause hair loss, helps reduce dandruff and itchy scalp due to vitamin C having antibacterial and antiviral properties, and can help improve the outer cuticles alignment which makes the hair shinier and more vibrant (if applied to the hair, i believe the last two won't work if taken orally). Recommended time to take it: any time, with or without food, taking them with food can reduce gastrointestinal side effects

Vitamin D- helps create new hair follicles which are the pores that hair grows from, signals the anagen phase by interacting with hair follicles which produces thicker hair. Recommended time to take it: in the morning with food that preferably contains healthy fats

Vitamin E- has antioxidant properties that help reduce oxidative stress that contributes to hair loss due to damaged hair follicles, creates a protective layer that locks in moisture and prevents dandruff, helps balance the scalps oil production by soothing the oil glands, helps unclog hair follicles, can help prevent damage to hair ends, can increase blood flow to the scalp which keeps it nourished and hydrated. Recommended time to take it: with dinner or before bed

Iron- helps produce hemoglobin which is a protein in red blood cells that carry oxygen to hair follicles. Recommended time to take it: in the morning, an hour before eating, drinking, or consuming calcium

Zinc- helps maintain the hair follicles structure, it's involved in DNA and RNA production which is important for cell division, regulates keratin production, helps maintain oil glands around hair follicles which keeps the hair looking shiny, aids collagen formation; giving the hair strength and bounce. Recommended time to take it: on an empty stomach or with a protein rich meal

Collagen- a protein that surrounds each strand of hair, helps grow thicker and stronger hair by strengthening the follicles, gives hair volume and retains moisture, helps manage elasticity which makes it less likely to become brittle and damaged, can help treat brittle and dry hair and repair split ends, promotes scalp health which promotes healthy hair growth. Recommended time to take it: any time on an empty stomach or with a cold drink

Omega 3- a fatty acid, nourishes hair, prevents inflammation in hair follicles, improves circulation in the scalp, may help with thinning hair and dryness. Recommended time to take it: any time with foods containing healthy fats

Lifestyle

Manage stress by meditating, journaling, talking to friends/family, etc

Wear a hat and/or use UV-protectant products on your hair and scalp when going outside

Be gentle with your hair while brushing or combing, use a detangler

Avoid harsh treatments on your hair like dyes, curling/straightening, heat, etc. If you do plan to curl/straighten/blowdry your hair then use heat protectant

Choose loose hairstyles over tight ones that pull on your hair

Take care of your scalp by keeping it clean, gently massage in shampoo with your fingers or use a scalp massager

Eat more protein

Use a silk or satin pillowcase to prevent breakage due to friction, tangling, and pulling

Use essential oils on your hair, mix a few drops with a carrier oil like almond, olive, coconut, or jojoba oil, massage the mixture into your scalp and ends if you choose, leave it in for 5-10 minutes or rinse immediately, repeat 2-3 times a week.

Rosemary Oil- may promote new hair growth and slow hair loss

Chamomile Oil- may calm an irritated scalp, promote hair growth, and reduce dandruff

Peppermint Oil- may help with hair thickness and growth

Tea Tree Oil- may help make hair healthier and remove dandruff

Lavender Oil- promotes hair growth, fullness, and thickness; can reduce frizziness and split ends, can protect the scalp from bacteria and fungus, can treat lice and bacterial infections, can help close the cuticle layer and protect hair, and can strengthen hair follicles

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My lovely friends, this is a friendly evidence-based post pertaining to the risk reduction of a few well-known health effects of 4n4 and mia. Including: Amenorrhea (loss of regular menstrual period), anaemia, digestive upset, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, general well-being, and osteoporosis. It is quite a long post, but please let me know if there’s any other information you would like me to cover. 💕

🪐 Vitamins and Supplements:

• A-Z Multivitamin. Is beneficial for supplementation. For example, Vitamin C is a vitally important vitamin for the body’s connective tissues, including the maintenance of healthy bones and teeth, cellular formation and maturation, resistance to infection, and an increased ability to heal. Additionally, B12 contributes to an adequately functioning nervous system, bone marrow, and intestinal tract. It also acts to increase metabolism of protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Finally vitamin B2 when combined with Vitamin A promotes good vision and healthy skin, as well as assists in metabolising proteins and fats at a cellular level.

• Calcium and Vitamin D. Seek a preparation which offers 1000mg of calcium and 10-20mcg (400-800 iu) of vitamin D. Vitamin D increases the bodies efficacy during the absorption, retention, and metabolising of calcium. Calcium of course being vital for bone integrity and imperative for the prevention of osteopenia/osteoporosis.

• Iron. An appropriate iron intake will restore the functionality of red blood cells, allowing the proper oxygen transportation around the body, increase focus, energy, athletic performance, and sleep. Having a sufficient iron store will alleviate some commonly experienced symptoms of low iron including fatigue, dizziness, pallor, and shortness of breath. It may also reduce the sensation of cold hands and feet.

• Potassium and Zinc. A lack of zinc impairs the ability to smell and taste. Connecting this impairment to nose blindness. For example, a lack of a sense of smell and taste may impair one’s own ability to detect their own bad breath, BO, and other unpleasant smells that others may be able to detect.

• Omega 3’s - Fish oil, Krill oil, Hemp oil, or Flaxseed oil. Improper dietary intake, or supplementation of omega 3 fatty acids will result in areas of epidermal (skin) dryness, hyperkeratosis, and hyperpigmentation. As well as the formation large scales expose underlying tissue, which are easily infected. The hair becomes sparse, dry, lusterless, and brittle, with a reddish tinge. Furthermore, nails become brittle and dull, tear production reduces, the tears are also significantly less oily leading to increased evaporation contributing to chronically dry, red, and itchy eyes.

If oil supplements are scary for you to intake due to calorie fears (there is only approx 25 calories in 2 average fish oil capsules). There are dietary sources of omega 3 that are relatively low calorie including chia seeds, edamame, and seaweed. However they provide little amounts in comparison to supplementation or traditional dietary sources such as fish, avocado, oils etc.

However this should also be considered when deciding whether to supplement omega 3’s - they stimulate the secretion of leptin, a hormone that decreases appetite and promotes the burning of fat. Through the enabling of conversion of dietary fats into body cells for burning as fuel.

🍄 Dietary Intake

•Bone broth (or vegetable broth if meat is not apart of your diet ☺️) I cannot stress how great bone broth is! Extremely low calorie, but incredibly nutrient-dense. It also acts to decrease the inflammation within the gut that many of us will experience due to our dietary habits. Including conditions such as constipation, gastroparesis, liver disease, bloating, abdominal pain, and stomach ulceration.

Bone broth also contains large amounts of protein, collagen, iron, vitamins A and K, fatty acids, selenium, zinc, and manganese. Protein being the most satiating macronutrient can decrease hunger and associated discomfort. Collagen and the variety of micronutrients within the bone broth contributes to joint and bone health. Bone broth will also contribute to hydration.

•Nutrient-dense foods including blueberries l are among the best sources of anthocyanins (antioxidants) that promote brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Additionally, red tomatoes and red capsicum (Peppers). Tomatoes are the richest source of lycopene, which is a type of carotenoid found in red fruits that has powerful antioxidant effect that may help protect against heart disease and certain types of cancer.

•Fibre is imperative for smooth gastrointestinal function, including regular bowel movements. Fibre is of course typically found in whole fruits and vegetables, beans/lentils, and whole grains. Low calorie fibre sources include: red kidney beans, carrot, and chickpeas. Psyllium, chia seeds are also good sources of fibre. Fibre supplants such as Metamucil may also aid to increase fibre intake. An adequate intake of fibre may reduce the dependence of laxative for bowel movements. Prolonged use of laxatives may create a dependency on them to even have a bowel movement.

🥥 Adequate Hydration

• The best way to ensure adequate hydration is simply by consuming enough water during the day. However, if plain water consumption is difficult, fluid intake will also suffice. Including fluid such as teas, flavoured/enhanced water, diet soft drinks, juices, etc. The optimal fluids to consume in addition to, or instead of simple water to ensure adequate hydration is mineral water, coconut water, or diet electrolyte replacements (Powerade/Gatorade, Pedialyte, Hydralyte). Correct hydration and electrolyte intake will reduce headaches, constipation, and muscle cramps/weakness.

❤️ Reproductive Health

•Amenorrhea is a common experience for those of us with a uterus. However it is imperative to understand that you are more than likely still ovulating despite the lack of a regular menstrual period. Therefore, contraception must still be used. Amenorrhea may be alleviated through dietary supplementation and small changes to the diet to include more micronutrients, but it may not be completely fixed unless there is an increase to body fat percentages.

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I went diabetic earlier this year, since then I've had far more serious health concerns to really focus on it. I've listened to my primary care and reduced my average a1c from 13 to 7. I've recently been looking into diets and what not that are the best. Currently, I'm trying to cut out all carbs, on my doctor's orders. What I'm seeing though is that a plant based diet is best. It looks like a ketogenic diet is what my doctor wants me to follow? I've watched videos on both diets and I don't know, I agree with you that keto is evil. What are your thoughts about this?

I am not a medical professional so i can't give you medical advice, but I'd say that you should ask your doctor for a referral to a dietician (an RD or an RDN, NOT a "nutritionist" - RD/RDN are protected terms that mean they have completed specific training and have specific board certification) and ask the dietician for advice on your specific dietary needs for your specific medical conditions.

What I can say is that trying to cut all carbs is pretty dangerous - not only is it a macronutrient that our body uses as the most available fuel for your body processes (we *can* get fuel from protein and fat, and ketones can *theoretically* replace sugars for energy but nobody is actually sure how long our bodies can do that and we know it's a LOT less efficient, it's supposed to be less efficient, and what that means is it makes a lot of people feel exhausted when they try it because they literally have less available energy) but also there are certain nutrients that are fortified in the US that are going to be hard to get if you're cutting carbs completely. The example that I always use is folate, because when I had to cut wheat out of my diet (i have grain allergies and celiac disease) I didn't know to supplement it and ended up with a form of anemia and stuff like "fainting" and "dizziness" and "low oxygen saturation."

Which is part of why massive diet changes should be undertaken with the assistance of a dietician! That's why I started studying nutrition! Because nobody supervised my medically necessary diet changes and it went very poorly!

Your GP very likely doesn't have a ton of training on nutrition, and is even less likely to have training on nutrition specific to your condition. If your GP is telling you to cut all carbs, they are telling you to do something dangerous and not nutritionally sound (even really restrictive keto diets call for 20g of carbs a day). Ask either them or your endocrinologist for a referral to a dietician (again, you are looking for a Registered Dietician or a Registered Dietician Nutritionist, RD or RDN, NOT just 'nutritionist') who is familiar with helping diabetics manage their nutrition.

Now, all of that said, in the choice between two fairly restrictive diets I will always say to try the one that requires less effort. It is much easier to eat a plant-based diet long term than a keto diet, and it is vanishingly unlikely that you are going to end up protein deficient (the primary concern for most people who are starting plant based diets, and it's just not all that likely - we need a lot less protein than a lot of people seem to think; though if you're going completely vegan you do need to be careful to supplement your B vitamins and to ensure that you're getting plenty of omega fats)

Because the thing is, for a diet to "work" you have to be on that diet forever. If you stop being on that diet, and stop adhering to its restrictions, whatever benefits exist for that diet go away. So the best diet for *anybody* is one that will provide them with the nutrients they need in a way that they can access regularly and affordably, that they enjoy eating and can comfortably maintain for long periods of time, and that includes a variety of fruits and vegetables because the only diet advice that is nearly universally applicable is that people should be eating more fruits and vegetables and they should be eating a wider variety of them.

I am not a fan of "diets" as a concept and I think that people should think of nutrition in terms of "my diet" not "the diet that is meant to be one-size-fits-all for millions of people that I am attempting." Your diet is what you eat and drink, and that is what you should be looking at adjusting. If you want to reduce carbs in your diet it's better to tweak your consumption than it is totally replace your diet with a one size fits all keto diet. If you want to increase fat in your diet it is better to tweak your consumption than it is to replace your diet with a one size fits all atkins diet. If you want to go plant based I think it is better to start by adjusting your diet to include more plants and to slowly replace animal based products than by trying a one size fits all vegan diet right out of the gate. You can always (and should!) make adjustments to what you eat as circumstances change and you may end up at a vegan diet or a low carb high fat diet and find that that works for you, but part of the reason that I think nutrition studies on diets are so screwy and hard to pin down is because your body is going to *flip the fuck out* when you change from, say, an average american diet to a study-provided Mediterranean diet for a 12 week experiment. If you drastically change your diet all at once and get good results immediately it's very hard to say if those results will be lasting because your body may just adjust to the "new normal" of your diet six months down the line.

But like seriously if your GP is telling you to cut all carbs you need to see a person who specializes in nutrition, and to prepare for your appointment with that person you should make a list of your goals (for you it sounds like you want to manage your blood sugar levels, reduce a1c, and *ask about* low carbs if that is something that interests you), a list of things you think that you'll have trouble with or that you want to include in your diet because they're important to you (if you really like nuts but have to be on a low fat diet, ask if there's a way to work around that with your needs, for example; if there is a cultural staple that you will find difficult to cut from family meals, TELL THEM THAT), a list of questions that you have about different types of diets, and *VERY IMPORTANTLY* information about your food budget and cooking skills. Be clear about it if you can't cook. Be clear about it if you can't afford certain ingredients.

Anyway. Once again, not medical advice, please speak to a medical professional, good luck.

[nymphex]

How-to: Stay healthy while on a calorie deficit

Meal Ideas Breakfast:

Egg White Omelet with Veggies

3 large egg whites: ~51 calories

1 cup spinach: ~7 calories

1/2 cup mushrooms: ~8 calories

1 small tomato: ~16 calories Total: ~82 calories

Greek Yogurt with Berries

1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt: ~50 calories

1/4 cup fresh berries: ~20 calories

1 tsp chia seeds: ~20 calories Total: ~90 calories

Lunch:

Zucchini Noodles with Marinara and Lean Turkey

1 medium zucchini (spiralized): ~33 calories

1/2 cup marinara sauce: ~60 calories

3 oz ground turkey (lean, cooked): ~150 calories Total: ~243 calories

Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu

1 cup bell peppers: ~24 calories

1 cup broccoli: ~55 calories

1/2 cup zucchini: ~17 calories

1/4 block firm tofu: ~94 calories

1 tsp olive oil: ~40 calories Total: ~230 calories

Dinner:

Salad with Grilled Chicken

2 cups mixed greens: ~10 calories

1/2 cup cucumber: ~8 calories

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes: ~15 calories

3 oz grilled chicken breast: ~140 calories

1 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette: ~30 calories Total: ~203 calories

Vegetable Soup

1 cup vegetable broth: ~10 calories

1/2 cup carrots: ~25 calories

1/2 cup celery: ~8 calories

1/2 cup green beans: ~20 calories

1/2 cup white beans: ~100 calories Total: ~163 calories

Snacks:

Sliced Veggies with Hummus

1/2 cup carrot sticks: ~25 calories

2 tbsp hummus: ~70 calories Total: ~95 calories

Apple Slices with Nut Butter

1 small apple: ~55 calories

1 tbsp almond butter: ~98 calories Total: ~153 calories

Supplements and Nutrient Boosts Make sure you don't lose out on your essential vitamins, those are crucial for your physical and mental health - for example, some help get rid of brain fog, insomnia and/or trouble staying asleep **and you'll feel more energized which means you'll be able to move around more!** + workouts! (You don't want your muscles to hurt when you're working out.)

Multivitamin: Covers daily nutritional gaps, including essential vitamins and minerals.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: supports heart health and reduces inflammation.

Vitamin D3: vital for bone health and immune function.

Magnesium Supplement: supports muscle function and prevents cramps. (it also helps with period cramps!)

Calcium Supplement: crucial for bone health and muscle function. MUST have optimal levels of calcium at all times, trust me, hypocalcemia is no fun.

Probiotics: aids digestion and gut health.

B-Complex Vitamins: supports energy metabolism. **no, calories in pills DON'T COUNT.**

Workout Routine

Focus Areas: Building Muscle, Slimming Tummy, Burning Fat

1. Strength Training (3-4 times a week):

Deadlifts (3 sets of 8-10 reps): Full-body strength, focuses on legs, back, and core.

Squats (3 sets of 12-15 reps): Targets legs and glutes, helps build lower body strength.

Lunges (3 sets of 12-15 reps per leg): Engages glutes, hamstrings, and quads.

Push-Ups (3 sets of 10-12 reps): Strengthens chest, shoulders, and triceps.

Plank (3 sets, hold for 30-60 seconds): Core exercise that also engages shoulders and glutes.

Russian Twists (3 sets of 20 twists): Focuses on obliques and core, helps slim the waist.

2. Cardio (4-5 times a week):

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT):

20-30 minutes per session, alternating between intense bursts (e.g., sprinting) and short recovery periods (e.g., walking).

Steady-State Cardio:

30-45 minutes of moderate intensity (e.g., jogging, cycling, swimming).

3. Core-Specific Workouts (3 times a week):

Bicycle Crunches (3 sets of 15-20 reps): Engages the entire core.

Leg Raises (3 sets of 15 reps): Targets the lower abs.

Mountain Climbers (3 sets of 20 reps): Full-body cardio move with core focus.

4. Flexibility and Recovery (2-3 times a week):

Yoga or Stretching: 20-30 minutes of flexibility exercises to enhance recovery and prevent injury.

Total Daily Calories

Average Calorie Intake: ~900-1200 calories This range is low, so it’s very important to monitor how your body responds and adjust as needed to avoid negative health effects.

Important Reminders:

Listen to Your Body: Regardless of what's promoted in the community, or how quickly you see others reacing their GW's, always prioritize your health over rapid results. If you feel fatigued, dizzy, or unwell, it’s essential to reassess your calorie intake or exercise intensity.

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated, aid digestion, and support overall metabolism. (no, energy drinks and coffee doesn't count)

Rest and Sleep: Ensure you’re getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to support recovery and overall well-being.

Self-Compassion: Remember that progress takes time. Be kind to yourself and celebrate every small victory along the way. You don't just become the butterfly overnight. Turn it into a lifestyle, rather than a fast road.

BONUS: How to get through a plateau Hitting a weight loss plateau can be frustrating and discouraging, but it's a common part of the journey. Here’s how to overcome it: 1. Reassess Your Calorie Intake

Track Your Calories: Double-check your food portions and calorie counts. As you lose weight, your body needs fewer calories, so what worked before might need adjusting.

Create a Small Calorie Deficit: If you’ve been consistent with your calorie intake, consider reducing it slightly—by about 100-200 calories per day. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Metabolism Days!!!

Prevent Metabolic Adaptation: When you're on a calorie deficit for an extended period, your body can adapt by slowing down your metabolism. Metab days help to "trick" your body into thinking it's getting enough fuel, which can prevent or reverse this slowdown.

Boost Hormones: Eating more can temporarily boost levels of leptin, a hormone that plays a key role in regulating hunger and metabolism. Higher leptin levels can help increase energy expenditure.

Mental Break: It provides a psychological break from restrictive eating, making it easier to stick to your overall diet plan.

How to Implement Metab Days

Increase Calories: On metab days, you increase your calorie intake to maintenance level or slightly above. This can be an increase of 300-500 calories depending on your usual intake.

Focus on Carbohydrates: Many people use metab days to increase their carbohydrate intake because carbs can have a more significant impact on leptin levels. This might include adding foods like whole grains, starchy vegetables, and fruits.

Frequency: Metab days can be done once a week or once every two weeks, depending on your dieting strategy and how long you’ve been in a calorie deficit.

Stay Active: Continue with your regular exercise routine, as this will help ensure the extra calories are used effectively and support muscle growth and recovery.

Example of a Metab Day Plan

Breakfast: Whole-grain pancakes with fruit and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Snack: A smoothie made with banana, oats, and almond milk.

Lunch: Grilled chicken wrap with avocado, lettuce, and a side of sweet potato fries.

Snack: Handful of nuts and a piece of fruit.

Dinner: Salmon with quinoa and roasted vegetables.

Dessert: A small portion of dark chocolate or a fruit salad.

Benefits

Prevents Plateaus: By occasionally boosting your calorie intake, you help keep your metabolism more active, which can prevent weight loss plateaus.

Improves Energy Levels: A day with more food can help restore energy levels, making it easier to maintain high-intensity workouts.

Supports Mental Health: It provides a mental break from constant restriction, which can improve adherence to your diet in the long term.

Caution

Avoid Overeating: The goal is to eat more than on a typical day, but not to binge. Keep the increase controlled and within a reasonable range.

Monitor Progress: Track how your body responds to metab days. If you notice consistent weight gain, you may need to adjust the frequency or calorie increase.

Metab days can be a useful tool in a structured weight loss or fitness plan, helping to maintain a healthy metabolism and support long-term success. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

2. Shake Up Your Workout Routine

Increase Intensity: Push yourself a bit harder in your workouts. Try adding more weight to strength training or increasing the speed/intensity of your cardio.

Incorporate HIIT: High-Intensity Interval Training is effective for breaking plateaus. Short bursts of intense exercise followed by rest can boost your metabolism.

Change the Type of Exercise: If you’ve been doing the same workouts for a while, your body may have adapted. Try a new activity like swimming, boxing, or cycling to challenge different muscle groups.

3. Prioritize Strength Training

Build More Muscle: Muscle burns more calories at rest than fat, so incorporating more strength training can help rev up your metabolism. Focus on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses.

4. Revise Your Macros

Adjust Protein Intake: Ensure you’re getting enough protein, as it helps preserve muscle mass while you lose fat. Consider increasing protein slightly while reducing carbs or fats.

Consider Carb Cycling: This involves varying your carbohydrate intake on different days—higher carbs on workout days and lower carbs on rest days.

5. Manage Stress Levels

Stress and Cortisol: High stress can increase cortisol, which may lead to weight gain or hinder weight loss. Incorporate stress-reducing activities like yoga, meditation, or even simple deep-breathing exercises.

Adequate Sleep: Lack of sleep can affect hunger hormones and lead to weight gain. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night.

6. Hydrate Properly

Drink More Water: Sometimes, the body retains water, which can mask fat loss. Drinking more water helps reduce water retention and supports metabolic processes.

7. Cycle Your Caloric Intake

Calorie Cycling: Vary your calorie intake throughout the week. For example, eat at maintenance level (or slightly above) for a couple of days and then go back to a deficit. This can prevent your metabolism from adapting too much to a low-calorie diet.

8. Mind Your Eating Habits

Avoid Mindless Eating: Be mindful of snacks and portion sizes. It’s easy to consume extra calories without realizing it.

Intermittent Fasting: Consider trying intermittent fasting, where you eat all your meals within a specific time window (e.g., 8 hours). This can help control calorie intake and improve insulin sensitivity.

9. Evaluate Your Overall Health

Check Hormonal Balance: Hormonal issues like thyroid dysfunction can contribute to a plateau. If you suspect a problem, consult with a healthcare provider.

Check for reproductive issues - such as PCOS (can make you gain weight easier and/or have a hard time losing weight)

Consider Metabolism Testing: Some fitness centers or health clinics offer metabolism testing, which can give you insight into how many calories you should be consuming.

10. Stay Patient and Persistent

Reframe the Plateau: Understand that a plateau is your body’s way of adjusting to new changes. It’s a sign that you might need to mix things up but doesn’t mean your progress has stopped permanently.

Track Non-Scale Victories: Pay attention to how your clothes fit, your energy levels, and your body measurements. Progress can be happening in ways other than the scale.

11. Consider a Break

Diet Break: Taking a break from a strict calorie deficit for a week or two (eating at maintenance) can reset your metabolism and reduce stress, making it easier to resume weight loss afterward.

12. Stay Consistent

Stick to Your Plan: Even if the scale isn’t moving, staying consistent with healthy eating and exercise is crucial. Over time, the plateau will likely break.

Remember, patience and consistency are key. Weight loss plateaus are normal, and with the right adjustments, you can push through and continue progressing toward your goals. This isn't talked about enough here, and if this helped anyone, then it's what makes me the happiest. You don't have to make yourself get sicker, just to feel valid. Remember, being healthy and having your vitamins in check is most important, as your energy levels will be optimized. More energy -> more moving around -> more calories burnt!

[requiemfordreams]

Some tips that helped me lose weight while having an ed and preventing dizziness, fatigue hair loss, and brain fog.

For some reason eating after 2pm has reduced my cravings alot.

Chewing sugar free gum helps alot. Most of them contain sorbitol for the sweet taste and consuming sorbitol in a large amounts can lead to it acting as a laxative.

Coffee. To keep you full and again another laxative. But it can only be had hot for it to work.

Dry fruits. They contain little to no calories and prevent you from feeling dizzy.

Some junk foods are considered empty caloric foods because they do not provide any sort of good calories that your body can use, which can lead to your body storing them. So if you can find a low empty calorie food, you can sometimes eat them to keep yourself full. I should note this might not work for some people but it has worked for me.

What also has worked for me is make the same lunch to take to school, which is really low cal and because it is my comfort food and it helps me not think about food and since I spend 9 hours at school, not counting the 40 mins it takes me to and fro from school, I'm able to spend an ample amount of time not eating and that works wonders

and if my parents asks me to eat, I just say I shared my friends' lunch and I'm full.

I m like to distract myself from eating everytime I have a craving by chugging alot of water, which is first good for your health and keeps your belly full for longer.

I take multivitamins to keep up with all the necessary nutrient needs.

I also drink like 30gms of protein powder with water to help with my muscles, and also because protein helps in losing calories.

Fruits. Especially watermelons. They are so full of water, a cup of watermelons contains 46 kcal and can make you feel full really fast and they are packed with the good kinds of carbohydrates, vitamin A, C, and B6, full of potassium and absolutely no fats or sodium.

Cucumbers. Again, water based with almost little to no calories to them.

If you are having hair loss problems, biotin is a great supplement for hair and so is protein.

Try as much as you can to make sure you're not alone too long. Because when nobody is there around you, you're more prone to giving into your urges. So if you see that in you, try being around as much people as possible.

Coconut water is a great drink to help balance your electrolytes and keep your nutrients to the level.

Coconut oil and if you're Indian, ghee is great for your hair because it makes your hair more healthy and strong. It would be best if you kept your hair oiled overnight before washing and not just a few hours.

If it helps, because it has worked with me, even though I look fat, I tell everyone around me about how little I eat or how healthy I eat. And sometimes if I have to eat with other people, I will only have half of the food I ordered and ask if anyone can finish it because I'm not used to having so much food. Or I already had such a big breakfast that this seems too much. The little lies, that make you feel accountable into not eating so much even when you're alone.

I like to avoid sodas and energy drinks even if they're diet soda or not, because they honestly have way too many calories that your body can retain.

Masturbating. It's weird but five mins of it can lead to losing 400kcals and that's worth a bit of something.

Studying. It doesn't feel like it but you use alot more calories when you're concentrating on your work.

Sitting up straight. The will of keeping your shoulders straight and your spine straight, it takes up alot of calories because your body is not used to you doing that.

Doing chores around the house that require you to be on your feet.

Drink alot of water. But not too much.

Make a habit of waking up at a certain time in the morning and sleeping at a certain time. This makes way for a more disciplined mind, and more will power and honestly, not only do you not get so much fatigue or dizziness, it cultivates good sleeping habit. Which is not only good for the body, it also helps you stay focused in classes.

There is a certain set of yoga called the suryanamaskar which promotes good cardiovascular health and if you do 12 sets of it everyday, helps in losing calories. And they are so simple and easy for you to do if you don't feel like you have much energy.

I don't have more but if I do, I'll reblog and add them.

[healthybodyl]

How to Purify Your Blood Naturally: A Comprehensive Guide to Detoxification

The health of our blood plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being. Blood transports essential nutrients, oxygen, and immune cells throughout the body while also carrying waste products to be eliminated. However, due to environmental toxins, poor dietary habits, and sedentary lifestyles, our blood can become burdened with impurities, impacting our health. Fortunately, nature provides several ways to help purify blood and promote overall detoxification. In this article, we will explore effective and natural methods for purifying your blood and achieving optimal health.

1. Hydration: The Foundation of Detoxification

Water is one of the most crucial elements in purifying your blood. Staying hydrated helps flush out toxins and waste products through the kidneys, supporting the blood's natural detoxification process. When your body is properly hydrated, it can more effectively filter impurities from the bloodstream.

How to do it:

Drink at least 8–10 cups of water a day, more if you're active or in a hot climate.

Add lemon or cucumber to your water for added detox benefits.

Herbal teas like dandelion or ginger tea can also aid in hydration and blood purification.

2. Eat a Blood-Purifying Diet

The food you eat directly impacts the quality of your blood. A nutrient-rich diet full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals helps combat free radicals, reduce inflammation, and promote the production of healthy blood cells. Focus on consuming foods that support the liver, kidneys, and circulatory system.

Blood-Purifying Foods to Include:

Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are rich in chlorophyll, which helps cleanse the blood and support liver function.

Beets: Beets contain betalains, powerful antioxidants that assist in liver detoxification and blood purification.

Garlic: Known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, garlic supports blood circulation and the removal of toxins.

Turmeric: Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, is a potent anti-inflammatory and detoxifier that supports liver health.

Berries: Rich in antioxidants, berries like blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries help protect the blood from oxidative stress and improve overall blood circulation.

Foods to Avoid:

Processed Foods: These often contain harmful additives, preservatives, and unhealthy fats that can contribute to toxic buildup in the body.

Refined Sugars and Carbs: Excess sugar can lead to inflammation and imbalances in blood sugar levels, affecting blood purity.

Excessive Alcohol and Caffeine: These substances can overwork your liver and kidneys, hindering their ability to filter toxins effectively.

3. Herbal Remedies for Blood Purification

Many herbs have been used for centuries to purify the blood and promote detoxification. These herbs contain natural compounds that support liver function, improve circulation, and boost overall health.

Key Herbs for Blood Purification:

Cilantro: Known for its ability to remove heavy metals and toxins from the blood, cilantro is a powerful herb for detoxification.

Dandelion Root: This herb acts as a natural diuretic, helping to flush out toxins through the kidneys and promoting liver health.

Nettle Leaf: Nettle is an anti-inflammatory herb that supports the kidneys and improves blood circulation.

Red Clover: Often used to promote blood circulation, red clover is also known for its ability to purify the blood and cleanse the lymphatic system.

You can consume these herbs as teas, tinctures, or capsules. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting any herbal supplementation, especially if you are on medication or have health concerns.

4. Exercise: Boosting Circulation and Detoxification

Physical activity is a natural way to support blood purification. Exercise increases blood flow and promotes the elimination of toxins through sweat, boosting circulation and encouraging the release of waste products.

Benefits of Exercise for Blood Purification:

Increases circulation: This helps the blood carry nutrients and remove toxins more efficiently.

Stimulates lymphatic drainage: Exercise helps move lymphatic fluid, which aids in detoxifying the blood and removing waste products.

Improves heart health: Regular exercise strengthens the heart, which ensures better blood circulation throughout the body.

How to do it:

Engage in moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Activities like walking, swimming, cycling, or yoga are great options.

Consider incorporating deep breathing exercises into your routine, which can help increase oxygen flow to the bloodstream.

5. Detoxing with Fasting and Intermittent Fasting

Fasting is a time-honored method of detoxification. Intermittent fasting, where you cycle between periods of eating and fasting, allows the body to rest and repair, promoting the elimination of toxins from the blood.

Benefits of Fasting for Blood Purification:

Promotes autophagy: This is the body's process of cleaning out damaged cells, which includes purging toxins from the bloodstream.

Improves liver function: Fasting gives the liver time to process and eliminate toxins from the blood.

Reduces inflammation: Fasting can help reduce systemic inflammation, promoting a healthier circulatory system.

If you’re new to fasting, consider starting with intermittent fasting (such as the 16/8 method) or periodic juice cleanses, and consult with a healthcare provider before making significant changes to your eating habits.

6. Reduce Exposure to Toxins

To maintain a clean and purified blood supply, it is important to minimize your exposure to harmful environmental toxins. Pollution, heavy metals, and chemicals from household products can contribute to a buildup of toxins in the bloodstream.

Tips to Reduce Toxin Exposure:

Choose organic foods: Organic produce is less likely to be contaminated with pesticides and chemicals.

Avoid plastic: Reduce the use of plastic containers, which can leach chemicals like BPA into food and drinks.

Use natural cleaning products: Opt for non-toxic cleaning agents to reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals.

7. Sleep and Stress Management

Both sleep and stress play a vital role in your body’s detoxification process. Poor sleep and chronic stress can weaken your immune system, disrupt hormone levels, and make it harder for your body to purify blood effectively.

Tips for Better Sleep and Stress Management:

Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep per night.

Practice stress-reducing activities such as meditation, deep breathing, or mindfulness to help lower cortisol levels, which can otherwise hinder the body’s detox efforts.

Limit screen time before bed to improve sleep quality.

Purifying your blood is essential for maintaining overall health and vitality. By incorporating healthy lifestyle practices like staying hydrated, eating a detox-friendly diet, exercising regularly, and using herbs for detoxification, you can support your body's natural cleansing processes. Additionally, reducing exposure to toxins, managing stress, and ensuring proper sleep all contribute to cleaner, healthier blood. With these holistic strategies, you can promote blood purity and achieve optimal health.

Remember, it’s always wise to consult a healthcare professional before starting any new health regimen, especially if you have existing medical conditions or are taking medications.

[cherubofthenight]

nurturing my natural self (part 1 & 2)

Disclaimer: I made this, like all my other posts, for myself, but if you are reading this, I'm not a doctor, and this is basic researched knowledge. If you realize that you need help, please seek a doctor!

True beauty starts from within, and it shows on the outside

Signs your body need attention:

Acne, BO, dry skin, bad breath, excessively oily skin, brittle hair, bloating & rashes are signs that your body needs attention from the inside. Instead of masking these issues, work to improve your diet, hydration, and fitness levels. When your internal health improves, it will reflect outwardly in your appearance.

- regular doctor, dental & gyno visits: crucial for maintaining overall health

- hydration: aim for 8-10 glasses of water a day to flush toxins, support digestion, hydrate skin & overall health

- Balanced diet: Focus on whole foods (chicken, fish, dairy, legumes, nuts, and seeds), healthy fats (walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds, avocados), and fiber (oats, beans, lentils). Reduce processed foods, particularly sugar and fried items, which can lead to inflammation.

- Regular Exercise: helps reduce stress and improve circulation, digestion, and overall energy. Exercise helps detoxify the body through sweat and supports glowing skin.

- mindfulness: hormonal balance, skin health, and digestion

- Adequate sleep: Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep each night to allow your body time to recover, heal, and regulate hormones.

- Gut health: incorporate probiotics through foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kombucha to balance gut bacteria. digestive enzyme supplements or eating enzyme-rich foods like pineapple and papaya to support better digestion

- Detox & Cleanse: support liver health by including leafy greens, lemon water, and green tea in your diet. A healthy liver helps clear skin and prevent body odor. Reduce toxins by limiting caffeine, alcohol, and smoking, which can lead to dehydration, dull skin, and bad breath.

Strengthening Your Body and Your Confidence

If you’re not happy with your body, don’t just try to cover it up or pretend it doesn’t bother you—focus on making changes. This boosts the way you look and the way you feel. When you put in the effort to improve your natural self, you'll naturally attract people who appreciate that same commitment to self-care.

- Calisthenics: comes from the Greek words ‘Kalos’ meaning beauty and ‘Stenos’ which translates as strength. utilizes body weight to build strength, flexibility, and endurance with little to no equipment. It includes exercises like squats, push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, and planks.

- Yoga: ancient indian practice that connects the body, breath, and mind through physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. Yoga improves overall health, increases flexibility, and maintains a balanced metabolism, helping to prevent injuries. ps: esp good for my scoliosis.

- Pilates: low-impact exercise method focused on core strength, flexibility, and overall body awareness. developed by Joseph Pilates, it emphasizes controlled movements, proper alignment, and breathing techniques. pilates exercises can be done on a mat or with specialized equipment like the Reformer and are often recommended for injury rehabilitation and enhancing athletic performance.

Listen to your body:

If you feel pain during an exercise, stop doing the movement. It’s important to only work within your physical limits to prevent further injury. - healthine

SEE PART 2 FOR MORE

masterlist

[becomingmeg]

supplements i take every day to support my body!! and what they do :) 💗

l-glutamine:

an important fuel for your immune system. white blood cells use it to fight off infections and keep you healthy. It also helps repair damaged tissue.

also many white blood cells in your intestines use glutamine. It helps protect and strengthen the gut, keeping it healthy and preventing damage.

l-carnitine:

l-carnitine helps the body make energy by moving fats into tiny parts of cells called mitochondria, where the fats are turned into energy. It also helps get rid of waste to keep cells healthy.

ashawaganda:

can reduce stress, boost energy, improve sleep, enhance focus, strengthen immunity, support heart health, increase muscle strength, and balance hormones.

chromium picolinate:

helps regulate blood sugar, reduces cravings, supports weight loss, and improves insulin sensitivity.

omega 3 fish oil:

supports heart health, reduces inflammation, improves brain function, promotes healthy skin, and supports joint health.

creatine:

boosts muscle strength, enhances exercise performance, supports muscle growth, and improves recovery after workouts.

after every meal - betaine HCI pepsin:

helps improve digestion, supports stomach acid production, aids in breaking down proteins, and enhances nutrient absorption.

*side note - I have taken a blood test that shows my body does not produce as much pepsin as needed. I would recommend getting a test done to see which vitamins your body needs!! but I do not recommend taking pepsin unless you know your body does not supply as much as your body needs.

[pierrotdoesnteat]

NUTRITION JOURNALS: VITAMINS (PT 2/2)

WHAT IS THIAMINE?

- thiamine/thiamin (B1) is required by our bodies to properly use carbohydrates. It also helps maintain proper nerve function, and can be found in foods such as yeast, cereal grains, beans, nuts, and meat. its also used for digestive problems, diabetic nerve pain, heart disease, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these other uses. - thiamine is water-soluble, which means that it dissolves in water and isn’t stored in your body, so you need to consume it on a regular basis. your body can only store around 20 days worth of thiamine at any given time.

WHAT IS RIBOFLAVIN?

- riboflavin (B2) is required for the proper development of the skin, lining of the digestive tract, blood cells, and brain function. it is widely found in both plant and animal based foods, including milk, meat, eggs, nuts, enriched flour, and green vegetables. - B2 is vital for energy metabolism. It’s necessary for metabolizing carbs, protein, and fats into glucose for energy. without riboflavin, carbs, fats, and proteins can’t be digested. - riboflavin greatly affects the formation of other B vitamins, such as niacin and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). These vitamins are also essential for weight loss. In fact, riboflavin is required to generate the active form of vitamin B6. vitamin B6 enhances weight loss as well. High levels of vitamin B6 have been linked to lower BMI.

WHAT IS NIACIN?

- niacin (B3) is important for general good health because your body uses it to turn food into energy. B3 is also essential for the health of your nervous system, digestive system, and skin.   - niacin can be found in red meat, poultry, fish, brown rice, nuts, seeds, legumes, and bananas. many cereals and breads also have niacin added.  - although getting plenty of niacin in your diet helps keep energy levels high, niacin doesn't likely relate directly to weight loss. eating a well-balanced diet containing plenty of niacin and other B vitamins as part of a reduced calorie meal plan gives you the best chance at successfully shedding pounds.

WHAT IS PATHOGENIC ACID?

- pathogenic acid (B5) is widely found in both plants and animals including meat, vegetables, cereal grains, legumes, eggs, and milk. it helps the body utilize carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. It is also important for maintaining healthy skin. - B5 can be used in weight loss to help in breaking down fats and carbohydrates, two main causes of increased weight.

WHAT IS BIOTIN?

- helps your body break down food into energy and supports many parts of your body, including your nervous system, liver, eyes, hair, and skin. you can get it from eating meats, eggs, fish, seeds, nuts, and some vegetables, or by taking a daily supplement. - biotin supplements may help manage symptoms of diabetes. it might help reduce blood sugar levels, total cholesterol, and blood fats in some people with diabetes, but it doesn't have much effect on insulin levels.

WHAT IS FOLATE?

- folate (B9) is important in red blood cell formation and for healthy cell growth and function. it can be found mainly in dark green leafy vegetables, beans, peas and nuts. fruits rich in folate include oranges, lemons, bananas, melons and strawberries. - there is not strong evidence to suggest taking folic acid will help you lose weight, but it is still something your body needs.