MANY people believe that the only way to lose weight is through gruelling gym workouts and strict diets.

However, top dietitian Susie Burrell has now revealed that blitzing body fat doesn't need to be as taxing as that.

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And, writing in her blog, she emphasises that extreme diets "rarely keep the kilos at bay long term".

Instead, Susie, from Sydney, Australia, says that there are five simple lifestyle changes you can make to maximise your weight loss in 2020 - without you having to work too hard at all.

Here, the diet expert reveals the approaches to your diet and nutrition which will support weight loss...

Limiting the amount of time you're eating throughout the day will help you shed those pesky pounds.

Susie says: "A growing body of research shows that when we limit our eating to just eight to ten hours each day, or not eating for 14 to 16 hours of each day is a strategy that appears to support weight control minus any specific calorie counting or dietary rules.

"Committing to longer periods of time minus any calories appears to help reset some of the hormones that regulate fat metabolism in the body.

Limiting the number of total hours we eat naturally controls calorie intake

"In real life terms this translates into having an early dinner, or having your first meal later in the day as to support a longer overnight fast.

"Here the only thing you need to pay attention to is what time you are eating each day, as limiting the number of total hours we eat naturally controls calorie intake."

Eating whole foods will help you slash your daily calorie intake and blitz body fat, according to Susie.

She says: "It has been shown that consuming whole foods such as a steak as opposed to mincemeat; or wholegrain bread rather than white results in a higher calorie burn than the more processed food alternatives.

"This means that the more natural the state of the food you eat, the better it is for metabolism.

"This means enjoying vegetables and fruit whole, with the skin intact; fillets of fish, meat and chicken and whole food snacks such as nuts, fruit and yoghurt rather than processed biscuits, bars and cakes.

"Choosing whole foods also tends to reduce calorie intake overall and we reduce our intake of processed foods that tend to have added sugars and fats."

Adding more fruit and vegetables to your diet can provide you with speedyweight losswith results that are much more likely to last than fad diets.

Susie says: "Diets are often focused around what we should not be eating; need to cut back on and depending on the diet the food groups to avoid.

"Focusing on what we should not be doing can often work in reverse, resulting in an increased focus on the tempting, higher calorie foods we ideally need to cut back on to control calorie intake.

5 reasons to avoid fad diets, according to the NHS

The NHS has shared five reasons as to why following fad diets may not be a good way to lose weight.

"When we focus on boosting our overall vegetable intake, the focus is on eating more, not less and the more salad and vegetables we eat, the lower our overall calorie intake tends to be, supporting weight control.

"Think about adding vegetable sides or a juice to your breakfast, salads and soups for lunches and at least two to three cups of mixed salad and vegetables with your evening meal to significantly boost your vegetable intake."

Susie firmly believes that allowing yourself to have a little treat every now and again will help you stick to your diet.

"Diets often fail because we are lured by our favourite sweet treat, glass of wine or fail to factor in eating out as part of our regular dietary regime," Susie says.

Diets often fail because we are lured by our favourite sweet treat

"When we factor these foods into our regular meal plan, in controlled volumes, you are less likely to experience the feelings of deprivation that can be associated with stricter diets and more likely to be able to stick to your healthy eating plan the rest of the time.

"This translates into enjoying a meal out regularly, factoring in a portion controlled sweet treat after dinner, or giving yourself permission to enjoy a glass or two of wine a couple of nights each week depending on your preferred style of indulgence."

Preparing your own food rather than buying it will help you cut down on your calorie intake - and ultimately lose weight.

"Whenever we buy a meal away from home a caf lunch; food court sandwich or a home delivered meal it is likely you will be consuming at least one/three more calories and fat than the equivalent meal you would prepare for yourself at home," Susie says.

"When it comes to weight control this meals that more you are in control of your calorie intake, the lower your calorie intake is likely to be.

"This means packing more lunches, ordering less dinners at home and eating breakfast at home rather than indulging in a caf treat more than occasionally as a general strategy that supports weight control."

For more of Susie's diet and nutrition tips and advice, you can visit her blog here.

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My name is Tahirih Thach (@fit_withtt), and I'm a 29-year-old online nutrition coach and analytical data reviewer for a manufacturing company in St. Petersburg, Florida. After being prescribed appetite suppressants to lose weight, then regaining everything I lost, I started flexible dieting, tracking macros, and weight lifting. I've lost 40 pounds.

For as long as I can remember, my weight has fluctuated based on what was going on in my life. When college came, I dealt with sleepless nights and weekend partying and I gained the infamous Freshman 15, followed by the Freshman 30.

I struggled with figuring out my path in life. I went through a period of depression, and food was my outlet. Reflecting back on that period of my life now, I realize how poorly I treated my body. I would eat McDonald's every day, almost three times a day. It seems insane to admit that now, but with the stress of school and relying on school tuition for food, I didn't have much choice back then.

At one appointment, he talked to me about using appetite suppressants. I was so uncomfortable with my body that I would've done anything to lose weight. After starting phentermine (which is used as a weight-loss drug due to the way it suppresses appetite), I started losing weight so quickly that I was almost 20 pounds down in a month.

But as you can probably guess, using diet pills was *not* sustainable. And one day, I decided to stop the pills and try to maintain my weight loss naturally. As soon as I got off of them? My appetite came back with vengeance. I put all the weight back on, and then some. I weighed more than before I started the pills.

It wasn't until years later that I found out that this appetite suppressant was usually prescribed to those were who were morbidly obese and looking to lose weight before weight-loss surgery. I still don't understand why my doctor suggested the medication to me because I felt I wasn't in dire need of it at the time. I was disappointed in myself for ever starting the prescription medication, but also glad I could now educate women on how a quick fix will never work long-term.

I tried to lose weight on my own after getting off the phentermine by upping my physical activity. But with the increased activity, I started to increase my eating because I felt like I deserved the reward of it. I added in cheat meals, which backfired in the end. Although I was doing more cardio, I was still gaining more weight. I was at my heaviest, feeling defeated. I knew I needed to change something.

I used to be an all-or-nothing type of girl with eating. But the idea of flexible dieting is exactly what it sounds like and includes the 80-20 rule, or eating nutritious good-for-you foods 80 percent of the time, and the "If It Fits Your Macros" (IIFYM) rule, which means you eat calories within your macronutrient (carbs, fat, protein) percentages. This way of eating is really a lifestyle change and less of a diet, and it really changed my thought process around eating.

Through my journey and education (I got my masters in nutrition!), I learned that in order to lose weight, you have to be in a caloric deficit. I learned that with increased activity, I personally ended up eating in a caloric surplus rather than a deficit (hence the weight gain). The flexible dieting lifestyle helped me recognize that a calorie is a calorie, and while eating nutritious foods is important, there's no reason to freak out over eating a "bad" food.

I stuck to the 80-20 and IIFYM rules consistently, though I still had days when I overate. But I never punished myself for thatI'm human. I tell people that I can have my cake and eat it too with the 80-20 rule. Eighty percent of the time I eat whole foods, veggies, fruit, etc., and 20 percent of the time I have treats like cake or fries.

This works for me because I never deprive myself. Depriving myself in the past always backfired. I'd eat salads all week and then binge eat chips on the weekend. But on this diet, I can have chips in moderation, and that little fix during the week is all I need.

I use the MyFitnessPal app to track my food and macros and that really helps me stay on track, even while eating treats.

But I realized that I was really limiting myself. When I started my weight loss journey, my brother had recently joined the Air Force and was in basic training, which meant lots of exercise in the gym to stay fit. He got me into the gym and helped me overcome my gym-timidation.

When he got deployed, I learned how to weight train using bodybuilding.com's exercise library. From there, I watched a lot of YouTube videos to perfect my form while lifting. I loved it so much.

In 2018, I received my certification in personal training. Now, I lift weights five days a week. I have one cardio/active rest day, and one complete rest day.

The stronger I got, the more confidence I built inside and outside of the gym. I do what people call "powerbuilding," which is a combination of powerlifting and bodybuilding. It is empowering as a woman to lift really heavy weights. I perform progressive overload in my training, which means I progressively add weight as I continue to get stronger. Lifting weights is my therapy.

It's been a rollercoaster of a journey. Some days I would take a few steps backward and find myself binge eating. But my habits were built by just trying to improve each day, whether it was by adding more weight to my barbell or eating an extra piece of fruit that day. Ive learned that quick fixes backfire, and the all-or-nothing mindset is what kept me stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle.

Following the 80-20 lifestyle has really helped me heal my relationship with food. Any guilt I have around treating myself is short-lived, and I don't have food anxiety anymore. Focusing on macros and lifting weights helped me, too; not only am I physically stronger, my mind is stronger, too.

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New Delhi: An effective plan can help you shed those extra kilos as well as avoid gaining back the lostweight. While quick weight loss strategies are not recommended by most experts as its not a long-term fix, chances are that the plan maymotivate you for more sustainable changes that can help you stay fit for life. And if youre looking for some ways to help you lose weight fast, perhaps, in less than a week, the following tips may help.

But, if you have a health problem or history of eating disorders like anorexia, its not advisable to go on a diet. Here are six simple steps that may help you lose belly fat and achieve your weight lossin one week at home. Take a look below.

Eat whole foods

Adopt a simple diet high in whole foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables while cutting back on processed, junk foods. Fruits and veggies are low in calories but tend to be high in fibre and other essential nutrients that can be beneficial for your weight and overall health. Include more of low-carb veggies and lean protein in your diet for better weight loss results.

Limit intake of carbs

Research has shown that a low-carb diet can help you lose weight fast and improve health. Decreasing the intake of carb, even for a few days, can help reduce bloating and water weight. For optimal benefits, try to eliminate or drastically limit intake of sugars and starchy carbs for the week. You can replace these foods with healthier alternatives such as lean meats, eggs, fish, etc.

Try intermittent fasting

Following intermittent fasting (IF) is a simple, yet, effective plan when trying to lose fat fast. There are different types of intermittent fasting that can aid your weight loss by reducing your calorie intake. These plans, ranging from 16:8, 5:2, 20:4, time-restricted fasting or longer fasts, can be incorporated into your daily lifestyle.

Practice portion control

This will not only help you lose weight but also prevent excessive energy intake, which is not required. Research has linked larger portions to an increased risk of obesity. So, divide the portions in half and opt for the smaller ones. A simple trick to manage weight would be to choose larger portions with low-energy-dense foods.

Avoid water retention

Here, were talking about 'water weight' and not chronic water retention, which may indicate a serious health problem such as malfunctioning of kidneys or hormones. The fact is that bloating or water weight can be a result of a poor lifestyle that can be remedied without a trip to the doctor. There are many ways that can help you reduce water weight and get leaner naturally - one such is coffee, which may help you burn more fat and get rid of excess water due to the presence of caffeine.

Increase your activity level

Increase your daily physical activity to help you burn more calories and shed the pounds. Making simple lifestyle changes such as taking stairs instead of the elevators, biking, going for a brisk walk on a regular basis will enable youto move more and yield results without going to the gym.

Make sure that you optimise your diet and fitness regime to help you lose weight effectively.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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Sunday, January 19, 2020 12:07 a.m. CST

By Philip O'Connor

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (Reuters) - Former two-division champion Conor McGregor returned to the Octagon with a stunning knockout of Donald Cerrone in under a minute at UFC 246 on Saturday in his first fight since losing a lightweight title bout to Khabib Nurmagomedov 15 months ago.

The 31-year-old Irishman left 'Cowboy' Cerrone bloodied just seconds into the fight by ramming shoulders into his face from the clinch, and when they broke McGregor landed a head kick that wobbled the American and sent him scrambling back to the cage.

McGregor closed in and rained down strikes as Cerrone covered up, prompting referee Herb Dean to stop the fight after just 40 seconds.

McGregor served a six-month suspension and was fined $50,000 for his role in a brawl at the end of his loss to Nurmagomedov.

He was convicted of assault late last year for punching a man who had refused a shot of whiskey from him in a Dublin pub while in a separate case in 2018 he was charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief after police said he attacked a vehicle carrying UFC fighters.

He pleaded guilty to a reduced disorderly conduct charge in that case.

After his long absence, McGregor was glad to be back.

"I feel really good, but I came out of here unscathed. I'm in shape. We've got work to do to get back to where I was," McGregor said in his post-fight interview.

The victory was McGregor's first since November 2016 at Madison Square Garden where he beat Eddie Alvarez to win the lightweight title and become the organization's first simultaneous two-weight champion.

A crowd of over 19,000 packed out the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday and an uninspiring undercard was quickly forgotten as McGregor made his way to the Octagon.

Fans waving Irish Tricolours roared support for their man as the introductions took place and McGregor leaped into action as the fight began.

Cerrone had made his name by going toe-to-toe with some of the heaviest hitters in the UFC, giving fans the fights they want to see, but he was caught cold by McGregor's unorthodox shoulder strikes.

"I had never seen anything like that," Cerrone said. "It threw me way off guard. He busted my nose and it started bleeding and then he stepped back and head kicked me.

Despite a third straight defeat, Cerrone said he had no plans to retire.

Im going to keep fighting man. I love this sport.

McGregor has said he planned to have three UFC fights this year and also revealed he has a lucrative boxing match against Manny Pacquiao in the pipeline.

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On Friday, Sydney-based personal trainer Jono Castano Acero posted a photo with the Australian actress, saying he was proud of Wilson for sticking to it.

"Friday vibes, but @rebelwilson has been putting in the yards 7 days a week! Proud of you gurl," he wrote.

"I put on the athleisure and went out for a walk, deliberately hydrating on the couch right now and trying to avoid the sugar and junk food which is going to be hard after the holidays I've just had but I'm going to do it!" she wrote. "Who's with me in making some positive changes this year?"

"These people are like, the best dancers in the whole world, so they can't cool their muscles down or they could get an injury and they'd be out of the film ... So, they'd heat up the set like a sauna so we would never cool down, but made it pretty uncomfortable," Wilson said in the interview.

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We ride together, we die together never really made that much sense as a slogan, did it? Regardless, the line that epitomized the appeal of Bad Boys, the uber-violent action buddy cop franchise that turned Martin Lawrence and Will Smith into movie stars back in the mid-90s. Smith and Lawrence now fiftysomethings are back for a third go-round with surprising and enjoyable new tricks.

In 2003, the eight years between Bad Boys seemed like an eternity. But theres been seventeen years between Bad Boys II and Bad Boys For Lifethe former hit theaters before an iPhone ever existed, just as the so-called War On Terror was hitting full swing and a wide-eyed Beyonce embarked on a nascent solo career. If the buddy cop genre was on life support in the early 2000s, the formula is almost completely post-mortem in 2020; most buddy cop flicks in more recent times have been subversive spoofs (like 2010s The Other Guys) or unfunny one-offs (like the forgettable CHiPs).

This time around, Mike Lowry (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence) face the realities of middle age. Burnett is happy to waltz into retirement and into Papa territory, exhausted from chasing kingpins. Lowry, on the other hand, is ever more of an adrenaline junkie than in the past; addicted to the thrill and holding on to a bulletproof playboy image thats getting sadder and sadderparticularly when hes forced to admit he wrecked a promising relationship with fellow officer Rita (Paola Nunez) and every time he peppers his bravado with Millennial-speak like Turn up and One Hunnid.

Lowrys disappointment in Burnetts desire to leave the force turns into something harsher after a shooting forces Mike to take stock and Marcus distances himself from his old partner. Of course, this is all just a set up for the duo to reconnect in the face of tragedyalong with a gaggle of new recruits led by Rita; including a computer geek who may or may not be a killing machine, a young tough guy who hates Lowry for apparently no reason, and Vanessa Hudgens.

Bad Boys For Life has more heart than the lunkheaded Bad Boys II, directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Ballah dont forego the departed Michael Bays formula for punchlines and hyperkinetic violence; theres an opening knife sequence thats almost gratuitously graphic, and an action set-piece on a bridge that may be the most ambitious in the series. Theres only a passing mention of Burnetts sister (played by Gabrielle Union in the previous film) and an obligatory callback to IIs funniest moment involving his daughter, but a lot of the movies emotional core sits with Smiths Mike Lowry. Smith plays his first action star with an almost meta-level of intensity.

Hes the sum of all Will Smiths Will Smithiness in one character and gets to play with the idea of Lowrys machismo persona. Together with the recognition that Lawrence isnt really an action star (the film smartly turns his affinity for sitting and watching as Smith jumps headfirst into heroics into a running gag), its a good turn for the characters and helps elevate the second half of the movie after a somewhat rote first half.

As the films big bad, Telenovela action star Kate del Castillo isnt given a whole lot to do, nor is Jacob Scipio as Armas, as her son and steely hitman, who is on the hunt for Lowry. Reliably familiar support from Theresa Randle as Burnetts long-suffering wife and Joe Pantoliano as the perpetually-flustered police captain Conrad Howard reminds everyone that this is a Bad Boys flick, and the actors clearly relish jumping back into their long-standing roles.

But these films always work best when Smith and Lawrence get to quip lines back-and-forth while dodging bullets, and the easy partnership between the two remains intact, even when the film lags under its own clichs or the sentiment borders on silly. Theres a twist that feels especially contrived and so many self-referential moments where Marcus and Mike seem to almost know that theyre in a movie about Marcus and Mike (who say Bad boys for life as a wedding toast, really?), but theres a breeziness to the proceedings that feels more in line with the easy fun of the 1995 originalas opposed to the frenetically hyperactive feel of its sequel.

Anyone who is excited to see Bad Boys For Life wants to go into it for what these movies have always managed to give their fans; just enough comedy sprinkled with just enough to story to justify eye-popping action sequences and RoboCop-levels of bloodshed. The buddy cop genre was always predictable, but the best of itclassics like Lethal Weapon, Beverly Hills Cop and, yes, the first Bad Boys filmhas always been a fun night at the movies.

In that regard, Bad Boys For Life doesnt disappoint. Its coasting on the easygoing partnership of Smith and Lawrence, as it always has. 25 years ago, they were two of the biggest stars on television, making a somewhat unlikely leap to action stardom in a movie initially written for then-Saturday Night Live comedians Dana Carvey and Jon Lovitz that was being directed by a guy most people had never heard of. We may be a vastly different audience today than we were in the 1990s or 2000s, but theres some fun in watching how different Mike and Marcus are too.

Franchises like Rush Hour and Lethal Weapon seem like big blockbuster brands of yesteryear, as a whole generation of moviegoers have grown up with vast comic book spectacles or rapid-chase car flicks overpopulated with musclebound tough guys. As such, Bad Boys For Life stands as a sort of throwback in popcorn entertainment; that reliable action-comedy that coasts on the chemistry and charisma of its leadsmore so than otherworldly special effects or universe-building.

The constant mentions of One last time statements remind the audience that this could be the final go-round for Mike and Marcus. Big box office returns can reroute retirements, but if this is indeed the grand finale for Bad Boys, there are worse ways to go out. In a world where Lethal Weapon 4 and Rush Hour 3 exist (with talk of another in the Chris Tucker/Jackie Chan series coming down the pike), Bad Boys For Life should be praised for what it does manage to do so well. Its fun, violent escapism that doesnt ask too much of anyone. And sometimes thats really all we need these movies to be.

Bad Boys For Life opens in theaters Friday, January 17.

Director(s): Adil El Arbi, Bilall FallahStarring: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Jacob Scipio, Alexander Ludwig, Kate del Castillo, Joe Pantoliano, Charles Melton, Paola Nez, Nicky Jam, DJ Khaled.

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Adele has been making headlines for her incredible weight loss but the multi-Grammy winner didn't transform her body just to buy a smaller dress size.

A source told People magazine that Adelechanged up her diet and exercise routine to be a better mom to her 7-year-old son, Angelo, whom she shares with her ex, Simon Konecki.

Its easy to just focus on her physical transformation, but this is really about something bigger, revealed an insider. She got to the point where she didnt feel great. She knew she had to change something, because she wants to be the healthiest mom possible.

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The insider added: Her whole focus during the weight loss journey has really how been all about how she can be healthier and how can she treat her body better.

It was never about losing weight. Her weight loss happened because she has cut down drinking and is eating more real food. But she now loves her physical transformation too. She is more confident, dresses differently and she just seems happier overall.

British Singer Adele shows off her dramatic weight loss while pictured with Harry Styles and TV presenter James Corden on Holiday together in Anguilla. (Joe Brown/BackGrid)

The "Hello" singer, 31, is "excited" about the future and still has her "great sense of humor."

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A fan who recently ran into Adele while on vacation in Anguilla -- with fellow Brits Harry Styles andJames Corden -- said she didn't even recognize the star.

At first we barely even recognized her because she lost so much weight,19-year-old fan Lexi Larson told People.She told us she lost something like 100 lbs., and that its such a crazy positive experience.

In December, Adele took Instagram by storm whenshe posted a photo of herselfrocking a sleek gown alongside the Grinch and Santa Claus ahead of the holidays. At the time, fans praised the Rolling in the Deep singer for her body transformation.

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In October, the singer showed off her slimmer figure at rapperDrakesbirthday party.

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Embarking on a diet for the New Year, most consumers will quickly become frustrated and fail in their New Years health goals because they followed a fad diet that was based on the recommendation of others. instead, optimal diets are based on individual factors. A new artificial intelligence driven app called Lifesum charts this alternative approach to dieting. To understand more, Digital Journal spoke with the CEO of Lifesum, Henrik Torstensson, who elaborates on why 2020 will see a dramatic shift toward AI for consumers trying to lose weight.Digital Journal: How has the thinking about weight loss changed in recent years?Henrik Torstensson: In recent years, the weight loss industry has changed its focus to overall wellness and health. Most consumers have realized that a focus on weight loss tends to result in a quick-fix approach to a permanent challenge. Instead, theyve started to focus on healthy lifestyle changes that are more likely to last, like going plant-based or simply drinking more water.Overall, we are on the brink of a complete transformation of the global health market, and whether you are a tech company, a pharmaceutical giant, or an investor in digital health products, the health and wellness landscape is changing.DJ: Why was Lifesum developed?Torstensson: Lifesum was co-founded by Tove Westlund, Martin Whlby, Marcus Gners and myself. The four of us wanted to create something to support and encourage people to improve every aspect of their wellbeing. We also wanted it to be so much more than just a weight loss app; we wanted to help people live longer, happier and healthier lives - permanently.We dont guilt our users into strict calorie counting; rather, we place the focus on overall health benefits and the nutritional value of food. Our Life Score feature in particular helps guide individuals toward healthier choices, giving them a weekly health score calculated by their nutritional intake, hydration, and exercise levels.DJ: What part does artificial intelligence play with Lifesum?Torstensson: Lifesum is engaged in artificial intelligence research, and weve already begun to use AI to help individuals lose weight and get healthy.Last year, Lifesum became the first-ever digital health app to launch a Google Assistant app, allowing users to log their food and water consumption by simply speaking to their phone. In other words, Lifesum users can now track food, water or weight, get an update or a request a challenge by simply using their voice.In order to track food, Lifesum users can now say "I had a small lunch" or "Add a large dinner" to their phone, and it will automatically update their logs on Lifesum. In order to track water consumption, individuals can say something like "Add a glass of water" or "Track 3 glasses of water."DJ: How does Lifesum work for the consumer?Torstensson: Roughly 35 million consumers log what they eat and drink, when they exercise, their weight and other lifestyle habits on Lifesum.Whether the user's goal is to get fitter, lose weight or just lead a healthier lifestyle, Lifesum shows individuals how changing small habits and implementing them in everyday life can improve their overall health. We continually gives users personalized feedback, helping them evaluate what works for them so they can successfully reach their health goals. But changing behaviors isn't easy. Thats why we combine traditional health data, like blood test results, with behavioral data detailing diet and exercise. This allows us to better understand an individual's current health status and help them take steps to improve it.That said, this information is only half of the picture when it comes to health. Lifesum also uses motivational psychology to design personalized messages that help keep users on track. DJ: How do you ensure Lifesum is up-to-date?Torstensson: We have a large team of nutritionists, software engineers and product specialists that continuously work on not only keeping Lifesum up-to-date, but to create something radically better. Our large team makes Lifesum better based on our internal data, user interviews and understanding broader trends in food, nutrition and digital health.

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Ethan Suplee nearly broke the internet when the world caught wind of his miraculous weight loss transformation. Now he breaks down how he managed to achieve such success.

Suplee is an actor known best for his role as Louie Lastik in 2000s Remember The Titans. In addition to that, he has had roles in the Butterfly Effect, My Name Is Earl, and American History X, as well as plenty of other things. He was largely typecasted, due to his obese body frame.

However, Suplee was recently seen in a nearly unrecognizable state. Sporting a beard, and 200lb of less weight, he looked absolutely jacked. Check out some before and after pictures, to see the difference.

This is Ethan Suplee now:

This is quite the unbelievable transformation Suplee has gone through. Looking at the two side by side, you would never be able to tell that they were both the same man.

Recently, Ethan Suplee did an Ask Me Anything on his Instagram, where he delved into the topic of his weight loss. Here, he explains the changes he has made to his diet, eating around 20% less calories per day. Moreover, he detailed a bit of his training regimen.

Perhaps the most interesting information came from an episode of American Glutton, a podcast that Suplee started. This is where he detailed how a relapse from being sober changed his thought process about his own body. Hearing comments from a fellow actor about how he clearly did not care about himself, he decided it was time to make a change.

Suplee began a liquid diet, which helped him lose a solid amount of weight. He tried a multitude of different diets before finding one that worked for him. Over the course of ten years, he managed to lose a mind-boggling 310lb! This was the difference between his heaviest weight, and lightest weight.

Things have not always been easy for Ethan Suplee, since losing this weight. It is a struggle that he is looking to help others with as well. His podcast will feature fitness and nutrition experts, as they try to provide inspiration to those looking to follow in his footsteps.

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Nicola Parker, medical herbalist and columnist, writes about detoxing and eating food that cleanse the gut

Many people decide to undertake a detox over January.

This can be as simple as trying to eat healthier or as complicated as juice fast or raw food diet.

The problem that I have with complicated detox programmes is that they are usually marketed as a one size fits all plan.

As we get older, our bodies change and what suits one person will not suit another.

A raw food diet would be unsuitable for someone that suffers with indigestion for example and a diet high in fruit or fruit juices might trigger loose bowel movements in someone prone to bowel irritation.

Instead of choosing a diet or healthy eating plan that looks impressive or makes bold claims, speak to someone in the know about your health goals and request advice tailored to you.

Many diets around this time of year focus on weight loss or liver cleanses, but be careful what you buy into because sometimes these strategies can do more harm than good.

Many fad weight loss tablets are sold alongside laxatives, for example.

The word laxative will be replaced by something clever sounding, like colon cleanse but make sure to check the ingredients before taking it.

Laxatives like senna are designed for short term use and any weight loss attributed to cleanses containing it is more likely to be poop youve passed rather than fat youve burned.

In contrast, taking liver herbs while your bowel isnt moving regularly could have a negative impact on your wellbeing because your body isnt eliminating what your liver is breaking down.

In my practice, I help people build healthy eating plans tailored to their needs, be it lowering cholesterol, improving blood sugars, relieving IBS or just helping to lift energy.

If youre thinking about revamping your eating habits, look at your bowel for clues on how to go about it.

If youre prone to constipation or suffer with conditions like diverticular disease, then you want an eating plan that will act like a sponge.

What I call the sponge diet involves eating foods that clear your gut safely.

Certain fibres act like sponges, soaking up water and fluid, then moving into the bowel to wipe it clean, picking up unpleasant things like cholesterol along the way.

The types of fibres that act like sponges are generally any fibre that gets bigger when you cook it.

Lentils, beans, pulses, oats, nuts, apples, peas and ground seeds.

This list isnt exhaustive but its a great start.

Simply swapping out bran flakes for porridge or adding chopped apple to your yoghurt can all have an impact on your gut health.

One thing to remember with these spongey fibres is that a dry sponge wont clean anything.

Ensure youre drinking around 6 cups of water per day and not relying on fizzy drinks, fruit juice or tea and coffee to hydrate you. Tea and coffee affect your absorption of minerals, including magnesium which keeps the muscles of your bowel healthy.

Signs of low magnesium are cramp, restless legs, headaches, muscle pain and incomplete emptying when you go to the loo.

Cutting down on tea and coffee while taking a course of magnesium will usually resolve these issues in a couple of weeks.

On top of that, you might be surprised at how much more waste you get rid of, leaving you feeling less bloated and more comfortable during daily life.

I once met a lady who wanted a flatter tummy in time for her holiday.

Initially asking for weight loss advice, in our first meeting together she told me that she drank in excess of eight cups of coffee a day, very little water and she only went to the loo every four days.

Needless to say that the weight around her middle was more waste than fat and with a course of magnesium, better hydration habits and plenty of soluble fibre she proceeded to loose her bloated stomach within the week.

If you want to eat healthier, drop the fancy detox and just look after your gut.

You might be surprised at how much better you feel.

For more information on this topic or to request an appointment contact Nicola at Health and Herbs, Pedder Street, Morecambe, on 01524 413733.

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