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Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 23, 2007, 10:17pm EDT
Hello Doris,

Thanks for sharing your high glycemic experience with foods. I suggest a balanced meal as a natural lifestyle diet. I tried the Atkins diet, but I got the opposite effect the first week. I gained weight. I dont eat much meat. In a sense, the Atkins makes sense on the high protein factor. Still, our body needs a moderate amount of protein and carbs.

I look forward to hear from you and wish you all the best with your weight loss program.
Jul 27, 2007 | comments: 8
Anna O. O. Aug 23, 2007, 9:52pm EDT
Hello Doris.

I am glad my weight loss success story is inspirational for you.

This is my main purpose, to help motivate others and give hope that you can lose the unwanted pounds. We just need weight loss motivation, support, and understanding.

You may find more tips on my personal weight loss blog.

http://www.howyoucanloseweightnow.com
Aug 13, 2007 | comments: 9
Anna O. O. Aug 23, 2007, 11:51am EDT
Doris, the main thing is to start with few minutes and slowly increase your cardio exercise. Start with 5 minutes, then 10 minutes, 15 minutes, and you will reach 30 minutes. The results will be wonderful because you will be burning calories from stored fat not just body water.
Jul 27, 2007 | comments: 4
Anna O. O. Aug 23, 2007, 11:47am EDT
Hello Doris,

You better believe it Doris, the teas taste much better than apple cider vinegar. I started like you with apple cider, but then switch to the teas.....
Aug 18, 2007 | comments: 6
Anna O. O. Aug 18, 2007, 5:10pm EDT
I will try the jumping... reminds me of the jumping I do dancing the JIVE. It makes me burn calories like crazy. I know I have to burn 3500 calories to lose 1 pound of fat... so let's keep dancing merengue, jive to lose belly fat..

Usually, I do my squats while watching TV to save time.
How are you doing with your weight maintenance?

Thanks for sharing this article.
Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 18, 2007, 5:07pm EDT
Hello Bhikoo. It will be a pleasure reading your aticle on how to lose belly fat.
My goal this month is to improve my abs.
Aug 11, 2007 | comments: 6
Anna O. O. Aug 17, 2007, 7:30pm EDT
Thanks Lisa for sharing the information about regular SODA and CRYSTAL LIGHT.

You are right. I have once in a while Crystal Light.

It's been a long time I dont have a regular soda. I prefer to have natural juices, or herbal teas (cold or hot).

A regular can of soda not only has about 45 carbs, but also about 10 tablespoons of sugar! Totaling a 150 calories. EMPTY calories without healthy benefits but helping to pile calories that might become stored fat if one does not burn those calories.

I look forward to hear more from your weight loss program and your success.

Your Weight Loss Support Friend,

Anna O.
Aug 15, 2007 | comments: 7
Anna O. O. Aug 15, 2007, 9:59pm EDT
I agree Cayenne pepper is great for health maintenance. I use it to boost my metabolism and burn fat faster.

I am not a big meat eater. I prefer chicken, turkey. My main meal is pasta... so I try to combine with different protein food choices to have a balanced meal.

Now you made me hungry with your dinner and those Italian/Greek olives.

I had fennel (finocchio) with balsamic vinegar as an appetizer with my glass of Chianti classico wine.
Aug 15, 2007 | comments: 7
Anna O. O. Aug 15, 2007, 7:58pm EDT
Hey Sue... great way to prepare your pita bread! You did the perfect combination with cayenne pepper because it helps you boost your metabolism to burn fat.

You go girl!

I used cottage cheese for texture and because it has 14 gr protein.

Chicken is a good substitute. I do not like fish, so, I don't use sardines or tuna.

I will post another of my recipe on my weight loss blog... just working on that right now.

Do you have a side salad with your pita bread?
Aug 13, 2007 | comments: 9
Anna O. O. Aug 15, 2007, 3:40pm EDT
Today is Wednesday. Just finished my arm exercise routine to tone my triceps and biceps. I did my weights arm exercise while watching the tennis match from the Cincinnati Masters Rafael Nadal v. Juan Monaco.

What a better inspiration than seeing the extraordinary toned arms of Rafael Nadal!

Unfortunately, Nadal had to retire from his second round match due to a left wrist injury.

I will do later my 45 minutes cardio exercise in the elliptical to burn fat and continue building lean muscles with my weight training.

PS: Yesterday, I did not do my cardio exercise because I ran out of time. It was just a hectic busy day.
Aug 15, 2007 | comments: 7
Anna O. O. Aug 15, 2007, 3:32pm EDT
Excellent Sue! A pita bread with turkey is also a great lunch because it has protein with low fat.

Did you add vegetables inside the pita bread or just turkey?

I am about to prepare anothe light summer lunch. I finished doing my arm exercise routine to improve my triceps and biceps.
Aug 13, 2007 | comments: 9
Anna O. O. Aug 13, 2007, 4:26pm EDT
Hey Angela, do you have a weight loss plan for this week?

What is your goal? lose weight? exercise? maintenance? toning?
Aug 13, 2007 | comments: 9
Anna O. O. Aug 13, 2007, 3:25pm EDT
Hello Vivian,

Thanks for your comment. Congratulations for losing 60 pounds! KUDOS!!!

I am 46 and after losing 80 pounds from 230 pounds, I'm working on maintenance, toning, and getting a flat stomach.

You are right, we cannot get flat abs until we get rid of stored body fat. In the meantime, abs exercises help toning the abdominals, tightening.

Upper arms "jelly beans effect" requires different arm exercises. You can workout your triceps, which is the "hanging spot."... You might read my arm exercises article.

All the best with your weight loss plan.
Aug 11, 2007 | comments: 6
Anna O. O. Aug 13, 2007, 2:43pm EDT
You are right Janet. Eating slow allows our brain to process our eating habits. It let us know when we are full.

However, if we eat fast, we dont let our brain process the information and we end up eating extra calories, overeating.... then, the consequences.... storing body fat.
Aug 13, 2007 | comments: 9
Anna O. O. Aug 13, 2007, 2:36pm EDT
Congratulations Mary for losing weight (30 pounds) and working on your weight maintenance!

- I agree with you about water exercise. I love it. I feel more pressure when doing arm exercises in the swimming pool.

- Glad to see you have a "specific weight loss maintenance."
Strenghtening muscles is great. Losing weight is one thing, but keeping that fit look is another. Weights and strength training help tone the body with a firm look. Dancing is a great cardio exercise workout. I love salsa too!

- Balancing your abs exercises is important. Bad abs exercise technique can cause back tension. I do intervals with my cardio exercise and weights/strength. Squats are one of my favorite, especially when I am watching TV.... I can maximize my time by doing both.

- Protein.. yes... you are right. Protein should be taken within 30 minutes after working out. I usually have a protein shake (27 grams).

I am so happy to see how well informed you are about weight loss. GOOD FOR YOU.

I hope you find my weight loss tips helpful.
Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 12, 2007, 5:57pm EDT
Hello Janet, I am glad you find the article interesting. I hope the information will be helpful for your weight loss plan.
Aug 11, 2007 | comments: 6
Anna O. O. Aug 11, 2007, 5:36pm EDT
Hello Heather... of course, eating slowly will help you control how much you eat and enjoy your meals. What is your weight loss goal?
Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 10, 2007, 11:42am EDT
Hey Jen, I understand your feelings. It happened to me too. I used to exercise for months with little results. I changed my entire routine about 6 months ago. I read a lot, and look for techniques to do exercises effectively.

I do notice improvement with my abs. My love handles are disappearing. Yet, that belly fat is still there.

I will let you know about my progress, and hope to hear from you too.

By the way, swimming is excellent for the entire body.
Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 9, 2007, 12:26am EDT
Hello Jen,

Thanks for your honesty. We are in the same boat "trying to lose belly fat."

I am working on my abs this month and upper body. So, will let you know how I do.

Are you doing specific exercises for your abs and arms?
Aug 8, 2007 | comments: 15
Anna O. O. Aug 9, 2007, 12:22am EDT
Hello Jane,

I totally agree with you. CINNAMON fights insulin resistance and have a positive effective with our digestion system.

You can have a teaspoon with your tea, coffee, or boil some cinnamon sticks as tea. I love it because it boosts my metabolism.


Congratulations for your products too.
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