Monday, September 9, 2019

Lose Weight Casually 11-Pepper

                   In our day to day life, we use many spices without knowing which one gives what benefits. We use those spices for aroma and taste purposes only. Our forefathers used those spices not only for taste and aroma but for medicinal properties also. Today we shall see the properties of pepper, especially for weight loss.
                   Pepper got an ingredient called piperine which blocks fat cells formation in our body. Pepper being a thermogenic product, when taken, raises the body temperature and burns the calories. It has also got antibacterial property which helps us digest the foods easily.
                   Black pepper is a natural metabolic booster. When taken regularly its benefits are awesome, especially in losing weight.
                   Black pepper helps in reducing triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesterol in our blood plasma. It also raises HDL (good cholesterol).
                   Black pepper was used in India for spicy foods for its medicated property before the introduction of chilies.


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                    Only a pinch of pepper should be used. Taking two to four pepper in an empty stomach with a little water in the mouth. But you must be slow in chewing it. Make sure that ample water is in the mouth. This way when taken regularly good for digestion and helps in losing weight.
Disclaimer: Please consult a doctor or a specialist or a dietician before taking anything new.  We does not claim responsibility for this information. 

                    Side effects: While taking pepper by mouth we should be careful and if it accidentally goes to the lungs it is quite fatal.
                     For those who have bleeding problems, diabetes or who have undergone surgery should avoid or consider taking the quantity.
                     Taking pepper orally is possibly unsafe for children and likely unsafe for pregnant women when taken in high doses.

Sunday, September 1, 2019

Lose Weight Casually 10- Ginger

                   Spices play an important part in our overall health. In losing weight some spices will be of great help for the long term. Spices are household products and we can make use of it. If you add these spices each and every day in our food it will be good. Today let us see some of those spices.
                    Ginger: 
                    Ginger a household product in a study shows that it has suppressed obesity in rats over high-fat food. If we take ginger daily it helps in digesting foods faster. Ginger regulates 'cortisol' a stress hormone, which is also a reason for digestive problems. Ginger helps in bowel movement, which helps in weight loss.
                      Methods to use Ginger: There are plenty of methods to use ginger for weight loss. Let us some method one by one.
                       Plain ginger- Take a small piece of ginger about an inch, wash it and remove the skin and press it into small pieces. Take a cup of water and put the ginger in the water and boil it for 15 minutes until it gets into half the quantity. Add some honey for taste and take it an hour after every meal regularly for at least a month.
                       Ginger with Apple Cider Vinegar: You can take ACV  with ginger made decoction for weight loss. Boil a cup of water and add grated ginger and add 1-2 spoon of ACV and mix it well and take it two times a day regularly. Do not take ACV with too much hot water because it will lose its probiotic property.
                      Ginger with green tea: Take green tea with grated ginger and make a decoction by boiling it. Take this decoction 2-3 times a day to reap the benefit of losing weight. Catechin a flavonoid in green tea aids in metabolism when added with ginger it is good in weight reduction.
                          Ginger with lemon: Boil water and add ginger and squeeze half lemon into it. Take this decoction for 2-3 times a day. Lemon always keeps you hydrated gives you the satiety and fullness and helps in weight loss.

                          Side effects of Ginger: More than 4-5 grams of ginger a day is not advisable.

  • irritation in the mouth
  • stomach upset
  • heartburn
  • diarrhea
  • lightheadedness


                         Note: Adding a pinch of cinnamon to every above-mentioned decoction will help you in weight reduction. You must regularly take anyone of these decoctions to reap the benefits.

Lose Weight Casually 11-Pepper

                   In our day to day life, we use many spices without knowing which one gives what benefits. We use those spices for aroma ...