The National Day holiday is approaching, and the seven-day break will inevitably involve gatherings with friends, eating and drinking together. However, the problem of weight gain after the holiday can be quite bothersome. Below are the "Top Ten Weight Loss Methods in the World" to help you easily get through the National Day holiday.
1. Fruit and vegetable weight loss method
The method involves minimizing fat intake and maximizing the consumption of vegetables and fruits. Nutritionists point out that increasing vegetable and fruit intake and reducing meat fat absorption is a correct dietary approach. However, excessively restricting meat and protein intake can easily lead to side effects such as fatigue and frequent hunger. Furthermore, during the weight loss process, the weight lost in the first week is usually water weight; it's only after more than a week of weight loss that the body begins to burn fat.
Many weight loss methods rely on a single diet to achieve weight loss. For example, the meat-eating diet popular among celebrities in China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan involves abstaining from carbohydrates. The method involves eating only a palm-sized piece of steak a day. Since the body burns calories primarily from carbohydrates, followed by fats and proteins, people who use the meat-eating diet will show "ketosis" in their urine tests. In the long run, this can cause significant damage to liver and kidney function.
2. GI weight loss method
The method involves replacing bread and potatoes with rice. Actress Jennifer Aniston maintained her stunning figure using this weight loss method. For Westerners, bread and potatoes are staple foods, and compared to rice, both have a much higher glycemic index (GI). The weight loss principle is an extension of the Japanese low-GI diet. Nutritionally, carbohydrates can be divided into monosaccharides and polysaccharides. Monosaccharides refer to sugars, glucose, etc., while polysaccharides are mainly fiber. Polysaccharides have a low GI, a slower glycemic index, are less likely to stimulate insulin spikes, and easily create a feeling of fullness. Among common staple foods in East Asia, pasta and brown rice are low-GI foods, while udon noodles and white rice are high-GI foods! Brown rice is not readily available in the West, and compared to bread and potatoes, white rice has a much lower GI value.
3. CPF (Concentrated Food Serving) Dietary Method
Although it is effective quickly, long-term implementation can easily lead to malnutrition. Nutritionists point out that the "CPF" food separation method achieves weight loss by separating carbohydrates (C), protein (P), and fruit and fiber (F). Early weight loss celebrity Tang Anqi also strongly advocated that starchy foods and meats should not be eaten together in the same meal, which is based on this principle. Through the CPF food separation method, the utilization rate of carbohydrates, protein, and fruit fiber can be as high as 98%, 95%, and 92%, respectively. If they are eaten together, the utilization rate is only 6-10%. When the body has unusable substances left over, they will be converted into fat and stored.
Please note that you should avoid milk when implementing the food portion control method, as milk contains various nutrients that will significantly reduce the weight loss effect. If possible, it is recommended to focus on protein for breakfast, carbohydrates for lunch, and vegetables and fruits for dinner.
4. Food Consumption and Starvation Weight Loss Method
The method involves simultaneously implementing the CPF (Constant Feeding) method and the starvation method, which is the weight loss method least recommended by nutritionists. It easily leads to electrolyte imbalance in the body, causing symptoms such as vomiting and migraines. Many girls who are trying to lose weight often experience migraines, which is a result of electrolyte imbalance in the brain. The solution is to drink commercially available electrolyte drinks such as Soda or Pocari Sweat diluted tenfold for quick relief.
5. Group weight loss method
These are the weight loss programs currently offered by many hospitals. Through group efforts, participants share their experiences and build mental resilience, ensuring they are not fighting alone on their weight loss journey. While the process is easy and fun, it requires considerable willpower. Group weight loss programs typically combine medication, diet, and exercise. Nutritionists provide advice on nutrient intake and educate participants on how to obtain balanced nutrition from their daily diet without gaining weight. Weight loss doctors also combine these programs with legal medications to make weight loss smoother and faster. Compared to Westerners' diets, which are primarily high in fats, Easterners tend to consume more starchy foods and have a stronger preference for richer flavors. Therefore, the "cocktail therapy" touted in the market usually focuses on diuretics, blood sugar lowering agents, blood lipid lowering agents, and starch breakdown agents.
