The Zone Diet Plan Web Log

Weight Loss Season is Coming: Some Tips for Getting in Shape for Summer

2009-04-25T12:28:00.000-07:00

Spring is already here and before you know it, it will be summer time. Bathing suit season is almost here, and more than likely you have somehow accumulated a few pounds during the winter months, since you've been stuck inside so much. Even if you're despairing a bit about those pounds you've picked up, there are some great ways to get rid of them. You can look great by summer time if you are willing to work at it. So, here are a few great tips for getting in shape for summer that are healthy and provide great results.

Tip #1 - Start Pushing Water - If you are ready to start getting back in shape and you want to lose those winter pounds, you need to start pushing water. Believe it or not, your water bottle is your best friend when you are trying to lose a few pounds to get back in that bathing suit this summer. The minimum amount of water you need is 8 8-ounce glasses of water. However, when you want to lose weight, you need to drink more. To figure out how much you need, divide your weight in half and you'll get the number of ounces you should be drinking each day in order to flush away fat and toxins from your body for weight loss.

Tip #2 - Get Moving to Burn Calories - Of course you can't expect water to do it all for you. You need to get moving so you can burn off some calories. You can't burn off fat unless your body uses more calories than you take in each day. Starving yourself is not a healthy option, so you need to get moving so your body will burn off more and start burning the extra pounds of fat you are carrying. Even if you're not a fan of the gym, you still have options to burn off calories. Walk as much as possible. Do some cleaning or gardening to burn calories. Get in a 20-30 minute workout 3-5 times a week as well. This can provide you with great results.

Tip #3 - Choose High Fiber Foods and Plenty of Fruits and Veggies - Eating right is important for losing those winter pounds too. Choose foods that are high in fiber, and make sure that you get plenty of fruits and veggies. High fiber foods make you feel full and they are great for your digestive system as well. Fruits and vegetables will help you make sure that you get the nutrients you need in your diet as well. This type of a healthy diet will help you to lose weight.

Tip #4 - Get a Buddy to Lose with You - Often having a buddy to work on losing weight with you is a powerful motivator. A buddy will keep you dedicated to your program and keep you from giving up when it gets a bit rough. It's actually proven that diet buddies will help you to be more successful in your weight loss efforts. So, find a friend or a neighbor that wants to lose weight too and get started together.
Always consult your physician before starting a diet or exercise program.

Lori Matthews studies health, nutrition and wellness. She enjoys writing articles on health for both people and pets. Please visit Taislim weight loss drink

Bodies, Dieting and Motion

2008-01-24T11:12:00.000-08:00

This wonderful article initially appeared in the January 2008 issue of the Trilogy health and Wellness newsletter. I hope that you find it as informative as I did.
According to the United States Surgeon General, some forty percent of grown adults do not participate in any leisure time physical activity. You could be among the lucky minority with a slim figure even though you live a sedentary lifestyle. However if you are like most of us, physical activity is an important part of achieving a slim and healthy body. Exercise can help to increase your body’s metabolic rate and increase your fitness level. If the word “exercise” seems daunting, start out on a relatively small scale and then begin moving. Dust off the bike and take a ride through your neighborhoods. You might even work up to thirty or more minutes per day of physical activity. Did you know that physically active individuals usually live longer those who are inactive? Certainly, you might have read this before, but did you actually do something about it?

Less Stress

Nowadays, stress is a way of life. It is an accepted state of being. It doesn’t matter where it comes from … the kids, your spouse or your job. Stress is an equal opportunity weight-loss enemy. Constant or chronic stress can cause your body to release adrenaline and cortisol hormones. These hormones tell the body it’s time to refuel, a kind of “biological permission” to consume foods laden with carbohydrates and fats. Make an effort to break the cycle of stress in your life. Appreciate the fact that you cannot to do everything. Set realistic goals at home and at work. Enlist family members to help. During particularly stressful moments, you can try stretching or yawning. Sign up for a yoga class in your community. Make an effort to set aside some time every day to appreciate what you have and to re-set your mental attitude.By the way, Trilogy offers a home based business in the health and wellness industry. For more info. go to
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Feed the Body

In order to get all the nutrients necessary for a healthy mind and fit body, eat a variety of the following foods daily. Choose lean meats and poultry. Fish (and fish oil, of course), beans, peas, seeds and nuts are good. Eat a moderate amount of fruit … fresh, frozen and canned are better than juices. Choose a variety of vegetables. Calcium-rich foods are important, but opt for no-fat or low-fat milk, yogurt and cheeses. Whole grains are best so when it comes to cereals, breads, pastas and the like, make sure the word “whole” is listed in the ingredients. A good way to get enouph of the vital omega-3 fatty acids that you need is to take a pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement. You can find a good one at offers a home based business in the health and wellness industry. For more info. go to
Fish Oil Did you know that it takes 100 gallons of health food grade fish oil to produce a single gallon of pharmaceutical grade fish oil? Naturally, limit your intake of fats, sugars and salt. If you don’t have enough time to prepare three healthy meals a day, you can substitute one or two with a meal-replacement drink.

Zone Diet Program Article

2006-01-13T09:41:00.000-08:00

Welcome to the Zone Diet Program Web Log. Here is an interesting article entitled 'What's America's Number One New Year's Resolution?

Note that this article first appeared in the January 2006 issue of the Zone Net Newsletter and is the exclusive copywrite property of both Zone Net as well as Zone Labs and Dr. Barry Sears.

Yes, you guessed it. Americans resolve to lose weight. So it is not at all out of the question to assume this resolution may be on your list as well.
If so, then keep in mind that achieving your health and fitness goals is not just a day-to-day, week-to-week or month-to-month affair. The key to keeping this New Year's resolution is changing your entire lifestyle.
Although the phrase "weight loss" is really the hot button, fat loss is the actual issue. In order to lose excess body fat, you must take care of your body and nurture your emotional state too. So it is very important to remember as fat is lost, you should also help yourself crucial gain self-esteem.
Do not put your self-esteem on a weight loss plan as well.
Here are a few practical tips to effective fat loss and esteem improvement:
First, Take some time to learn. Do not be a "dense dieter." It is recommended that you one of the original lifestyle diets, the Zone Diet Plan. As creator of this particular way of living and eating, Dr. Barry Sears has written eleven Zone Diet-related books and many include easy recipes to keep you in the Zone.
You may want to purchase a Zone Diet book and then try the recipes with your family. Get yourself into the nutritional state of mind. Becoming knowledgeable
will help you to internalize a healthy lifestyle you can follow with sincere understanding and confidence.
Second of all, realize Although weighing yourself is indeed important, it is in fact much more important to let your clothes speak for themselves. Monitor how your clothes are fitting you. That is much more gratifying and less defeating.
Thirdly, If you were thinner in the earlier years of your life, keep your thin photographs taped to your mirrors and carry one in your wallet. Take photos of yourself each month and put them in a scrapbook. It is very important to have a realistic view of your soon-to-be self.
Do not throw away that old pair of jeans that fit just a little bit too tight. Keep them around since some day, you will slide into them. No more tugging and squeezing. Set a realistic date for trying on the old jeans so you are not disappointed.
Fifth of all, Beware of the dreaded binge. Do not set yourself up for failure, which can play havoc with self-image. Have a healthy snack between mealtimes that will keep you satisfied so you're less likely to overeat at the next full meal. Perhaps 1/2 of
a Meal Replacement Bar. You will then be less likely to stop at your favorite fast food "restaurant" for a double cheese burger and large order of fries.
Also Select an exercise program that you actually enjoy doing. This could mean taking a belly dancing class, running with your puppy, or participating in some group sporting events.
Seventh, Keep a zone diet journal. Watch your goals materialize on paper as you write. Write down your tendencies, your exercise routines, your meals, your favorite recipes and your progress. It will work wonders for your mind and your body!