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Psyllium husk - Promote weight loss and cleanse your colon

NaturalNews) Psyllium husk is an amazing shrub-like herb that is most commonly found in India. It possesses a plethora of health benefits and has proven effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome, colon caner, constipation, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, ulcerative colitis and atherosclerosis among various other health conditions. Akin to flax seed and oat bran, the fiber in psyllium husk is soluble. Soluble fiber is useful in lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) which reduces the risk of heart disease and promotes overall health.

Psyllium husk is a bulking fiber, which means once ingested it expands and forms a gelatin-like mass in the colon by drawing water in. Once this occurs the husks are able to "scrub" the intestines clean and transport waste through the intestinal tract.

Better than pricey weight loss supplements

Although typically psyllium husk is thought of as colon cleansing or regularity supplement it can be very useful as a weight loss tool. Psyllium husk is highly effective when taken about 30 minutes before meals. This way, the husks will have time to expand in your stomach and give you a "full" feeling. This will help you eat smaller meals and thus lose unwanted pounds.

Unfortunately, when the majority of the population buys a weight loss supplement, they don't question what's in it or how it works. Many of these so called "weight loss supplements" that will cost you an arm and a leg are simply cheap fiber supplements. Most of them are in the pill form which means you're getting a miniscule dose and none of them are more effective than whole psyllium husks.

Tips for buying and using psyllium husk

There are many psyllium husk supplements available; however, they are not all created equal. Many manufacturers grind the husk into a fine powder and then add artificial flavors and colors to make it easier and more pleasant to consume. This not only makes the psyllium husk far less effective, it introduces unwanted toxins to your system. This variety is typically the only type you will find in traditional grocery stores.

You will likely need to go to a health food store to purchase whole psyllium husks with no additives. Whole psyllium husks can be difficult for some people to swallow, so be sure to drink your husks with a full glass of water to avoid choking. It is also important to drink lots of water while taking psyllium husk because without sufficient water the husks can begin to create blockages in the intestines.


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Tips to help you shed the pounds

  
    40 Easy Tips to Lose Weight & Keep it off

1. Never touch a fad diet again; making a “lifestyle change” is clique but necessary.
2. Drink more water; dehydration is a diet’s fastest downfall.
3. Don’t implement diet changes without implementing exercise and expect to see results, and vice versa.
4. Workout like you mean it - tune in to what you’re actually doing and burn more calories!
5. Make food choices based off of a food’s value towards your health, rather than for it’s calorie content.


6. Don’t beat yourself up over slip-ups; it’s all about moderation and dwelling on a blunder or two won’t get you anywhere.
7. Avoid all foods with fake sweetener in them. They are hunger inducing and unhealthy.
8. Replace one meal a day with fresh vegetable juices.
9. Use intervals to crank up the number of calories you burn while you’re working out.
10. Multitask. Never do just one thing at once. Pace while on the phone, turn on music and dance around while you clean, ect.


11. Pack your gym bag with you to work so that you have no excuse to skip an end-of-day workout.
12. Add beans to your diet. They are high in fiber, protein, vitamins, and are very filling.
13. Eat small meals every few hours; it keeps your metabolism stoked and you’ll never feel famished.
14. Put on muscle; a toned body looks great and muscle burns calories faster than fat.
15. Stop making excuses! Even if some of them are legitimate, they are not doing you any favors!


16. Become a fidgeter.
17. Don’t avoid carbs…or fat…or protein…they’re ALL necessary for healthy bodily function and the perception of feeling full.
18. Switch from oatmeal to steel cut oats, white rice to brown, sugar loaded yogurts to plain.
19. Keep a food journal; it significantly boosts your chances of losing weight and it can be an eye opening experience as to how well you meet your body’ nutritional needs.
20. Try wearing a Bodymedia Fit or Bodybugg.


21. Indulge in healthy fats; avocados, nuts, and olives all have heart healthy fat.
22. When you get the mindless munchies, force yourself to complete a Sudoku or crossword puzzle before you open the cupboards.
23. Be honest with yourself about your diet habits and caloric intake. Even if you don’t get caught with your hand in the cookie jar, the calories still count.
24. Make the majority of your diet revolve around foods that don’t come from a bag or box.
25. Use spices to add flavor to your meals instead of salt. Sodium is prevalent in nearly all foods, so use spices to add kick to your dishes.


26. Stay away from frozen weight loss meals and other canned meal plans. They are really not healthy (even when they say they are) and don’t teach you how to listen to your body in terms of portion control.
27. Avoid nutritionally null and void foods; sodas, juice, white flour, and anything with added sugar.
28. Wear a pedometer and force yourself to hit your daily step goals.
29. Pack your own lunches for work.
30. Switch your double fudge mocha caramel latte for a brewed coffee with a bit of 1% milk.


31. Switch out sedentary video games for games that burn calories.
32. Surround yourself with people who love and respect you, and support your goals for becoming healthier.
33. If you are still drinking soda, stop!
34. Pick up a hobby that requires movement. Of. Any. Kind.
35. Switch after dinner desserts from pies and candy to yogurt and berries, or dark chocolate and fruit.


36 Eat off of smaller plates; a “full plate” of food can be relative to how large your dishes are!
37. Do your own yard work; stop paying the neighbor boy and go push that lawnmower around!
38. Eat yogurt; studies have found that people who eat yogurt lose more fat than those who don’t.
39. Learn to cook and be proud about the healthy and wholesome dishes you can create.
40. Walk on your lunch breaks; you can burn 200 calories on just a short 30-minute lunch.