Lose Belly Fat — with Enzymes
Flat belly secrets! Flat belly in two weeks! Flat belly diet! Lose belly fat! It’s all over the media. I subscribe to the Washington Post. One of my favorite days is Tuesday when they publish a Health section. This week it published a small but interesting article about George Griffing, MD and professor of internal medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine who measures his big-bellied patients by putting the patient on their back on the examination table. He then uses a yardstick to measure the height of their bulging tummy from the table to the top of the stomach. He said he’d like to use a ruler, but that’s too short.
Griffing says that he’s looking for how much fat is in the abdomen and the liver. The article goes on to say that, “Medical experts have long suspected that people with excess deep-belly fat are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes, and ongoing research bolsters that belief.” He believes that measuring height is more efficient and an accurate predictor than other methods because fat in other places is not as bad as fat in the gut. Don’t ignore this fat. Dr. Gabe Mirkin explains the danger here.
So here’s what studies have found is dangerous and will triple your chance of cardiovascular disease:
- Abdominal height more than 10 inches in women
- Abdominal height more than 12 inches in men
This technique has been endorsed by the American Diabetes Association and the American Heart Association.
Now, how do we get rid of those “love handles” or “spare tire.” There are a myriad of diets. Sticking to any diet is a challenge. But even if you were to eat healthfully and in reasonable amounts, losing weight might still be a problem. Have a look at enzymes. There’s a fascinating book by DicQie Fuller called, The Power of Enzymes. (See also The Power of Enzymes link on the right). In this book, she talks about the different body types and how you can control your appetite and cravings with enzyme supplements. (See also Enzyme Supplements link on the right). She also gives you a list of foods you should eat and those to avoid depending on your body type.
Taking probiotics is another possibility for your weight loss regimen. I have heard of many people having success with reducing the “middle.” However, nutrition specialist, JJ Virgin, has an insightful blog post here for severe cases. Enzymes just might be the Fountain of Youth that Ponce de Leon sought.
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I bought this book last summer when my boyfriend and I were considering our first Master Cleanse (I wanted to do it right).
First, I would like to say that I enjoyed the testimonials. Some complain there are too many of them. However, I find that reading about other people’s varied experiences helped me get through the various stages of my first cleanse. I felt like I wasn’t the only one experiencing ‘odd’ things or getting a little frustrated at the beginning, middle or end!
I’m on Day 8 of my second Master Cleanse and have used “Lose Weight, Have More Energy
The things you will learn in this book will change the way you feel about mindlessly putting things into your body that will slowly take your life. It’s the first step to a healthier lifestyle and allows you to take the proper care of you and your family’s “timeclock”. It’s a true test of personal strength and willpower as well and I admit I was shocked at what I was able to accomplish. I gained knowledge of my body and learned how to manage my health and the health of my family.
Thank you for your comment, S. Holmes. Dr. DiQie Fuller’s book, “The Healing Power of Enzymes” is a “must-read” and I’m glad you found it valuable. (See link under Health Resources on right).
I like testimonials, too, Richard. It always helps to know the experiences of other people since we are all different. Ever heard of a program where you get paid to lose weight? Most people laugh, but here’s the secret. You have to eat cookies! Click here .
how cool are these tips, so easy