Natural Weight Loss - TIPS
We’ve asked some top dieticians, personal trainers and lifestyle experts their top tips for staying in shape.
Top tips from beauty experts around the globe
- ‘The best piece of beauty advice would be to find a balance’
says Sam Wimalaweera owner of the Buty Salon, London
As the beauty expert to discover the powers of the cellulite busting ingredient ‘Guam’ a clinically proven patented seaweed product Jo’s advice is simple; ‘ the philosophy behind treatments is to look at what is happening on the inside & then heal from the inside out’ as a founder of her own clinic in London she provides the following tips to a cellulite free derriere!
- Open your bowels at least once per day to rid your body of congestion
- Drink more water to revitalise the body and flush out the toxic waste
- Cut down on alcohol as your system will use it to fuel the body instead of burning fat.
- Don’t drink alcohol before a meal as it absorbs the enzymes and stops you losing weight.
- Don’t eat fruit after a meal as it ferments on top of your food. Eat before or as a snack.
- Avoid sugar and sugary drinks as sugar is more fattening than fat.
- Take nutritional supplements to help cell repair and guard against congested tissue. A good multivitamin, Omega 3 and 6, an Anti-oxidant and Vitamin C are essential.
- Change of diet during menstruating – drink more water and eat more fruit and vegetables.
Jo Heptinstall- British Beauty expert in cellulite
Every time you have something cooked, have something raw with it. Even if
you make soup, you must add raw herbs or veg at the end. Raw foods are the
only source of food enzymes, a catalyst for weight balance.’
Gillian McKeith, nutritional research scientist and presenter of ‘You
Are What You Eat’.
‘Eat regularly. Leaving more than three hours between meals means stomach
acid builds up. This can lead to indigestion. But eating small meals every
few hours will make sure you don't get bloated.’
Monica Grenfell, nutritionist and author of ‘The New 5 Days
to a Flatter Stomach’.
‘Properly fitting undies can help you look pounds lighter which will
in turn boost your confidence.’
Gok Wan, Fashion Stylist and presenter of ‘How to Look Good
Naked’.
‘Canned rice pudding is great for lifting calcium levels, pilchards
offer Omega-3 fatty acids and canned vegetables are full of vitamins. Adding
canned beans, peas and lentils into a dish will make it go further and increase
the protein and iron values of the meal and fill you up more quickly so you’ll
eat less’.
Matt Roberts, celebrity personal trainer
‘You don't need to use fattening oil when you're cooking. As long as
you use a non-stick pan, you can put the meat and veg straight in and 'dry
fry' them to save yourself hundreds of calories.’
Rosemary Conley, diet and fitness guru and TV Presenter.
‘Remember to count the ‘empty’ calories in alcoholic drinks
as booze is often the reason why we’re not losing weight. Single shots
of spirits like gin, vodka and whiskey give you around 50 calories each, while
wine has around 80 - 95 calories per 125ml glass but be aware that most pubs
and bars now serve wine in 175 ml glasses so that will nearly double the calories.
Half a pint of beer or lager both supply about 100 calories.
Amanda Ursell, nutritionist
‘Learn to drink tea and coffee without sugar. Two teaspoons of sugar
in six cups of tea or coffee a day adds up to 800 calories. Cut them out for
a week, and you could drop two and a half pounds. Cut out fizzy drinks, and
you'll lose even more.’
Stephanie Driver, naturopath
'If you don't get enough sleep or have a broken night's sleep, your body
sends a message to the brain to release the stress hormone cortisol, which
encourages the body to store fat. But sleep well, and the body releases a
hormone that helps it metabolise fat better.'
Stephanie Driver, naturopath
What’s Kathy’s philosophy on maintaining a beautiful body?
As a yoga fanatic and skin expert Kathy recommends yoga in her recent book
‘the Spirit of yoga’ taking you back to its historical, philosophical
and cultural roots Kathy is a great believer in working from inside the body
to produce an outer appearance of beauty.
Kathy’s skincare tips!
‘Use harsh, poor quality, stripping cleansers and you are setting yourself
up for problem skin even before you’ve chosen a moisturizer’ Her
daily skincare routine includes, ‘Steam face with a hot flannel, spray
some rosewater then a serum and a little This Works Active Oil, $85, or moisturizer
on cheeks, eyelids and neck, avoiding my nose and forehead. Apply a lip balm
then pause for a few minutes before putting on any make-up.
Kathy Phillips- former Vogue beauty director, founder of ‘This works’
Some of Hollywood's hottest celebrities are linked to the 5-Factor Diet. And there's a reason for this — the diet was originally intended for them. The principles are based on his scientific research and educational background; and the lifestyle components will benefit you as much as they do celebrities. The five-week routine is designed for maximum results without losing those sexy curves that stars like Jessica Simpson are known for. "We're making Jessica taut and toned without taking away her femininity," Harley Pasternak says.
The Five Criteria for the 5 Factor Diet
At each meal:
- Low-fat quality proteins
- Low-to moderate-glycemic index carbohydrates
- Foods high in fibre
- Healthy fats only
- A sugar- free beverage
"With Harley's plan, the focus is not on starving yourself but on healthful living so you don't feel like you're missing out on the foods you love. Once you get started, you get addicted to looking, feeling, and living your best." Alicia Keys
"Harley has changed my life. Not only do I feel better than ever, but
I now can have guilt-free pizza anytime and that has made me a happy girl."
Eva Mendes
Harley Pasternak- Hollywood personal trainer to the stars ‘5-factor diet’
Kate Potter is an internationally renowned yoga instructor, whose students
include the beginning yogi as well as skilled celebrities. Millions of viewers
also experience Potter’s innovative Hatha Vinyasa style of yoga through
her program Namaste Yoga.
Kate’s advice for diet & lifestyle
I believe Ayurveda has an awful lot to teach us about diet and lifestyle.
We are all imbalanced by different factors and need different nutrition. Nutrition
comes in the form of food, friends and creative work. If one is practicing
Yoga, it may at least be easier to notice what is of disservice to oneself.
Balance is an ongoing work in progress. Says Kat
Kate’s favorite Ayurvedic diet tips are these:
- Eat what is available locally according to the season.
- Chew your food very well: try 20 rounds before swallowing.
- Do not go to bed right after you eat, but wait at least 3-4 hours.
Kate Potter- Yoga expert & personal yoga teacher to Charlize Theron
More recently Elle has become a mum and launched her own range of bath, body and beauty products, called 'The Body', available at Boots. She also has a successful range of underwear: Elle Macpherson Intimates. Here are some of Elle’s beauty tips!
Elle’s Beauty Tips
- Keep it simple I keep my beauty routine simple: just look after your skin and it will look after you. A 10-minute daily regime is all it takes.'
- Get brushing Scrubbing is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells and also for promoting circulation, weight loss and healthy, glowing skin. I love the Double Duty Cleanse and Scrub (only available in store) from my range. It takes no time to use and it smoothes and cleanses my skin in one.'
- Go rich Follow your scrub with a rich moisturizer that nourishes and is easily absorbed. The two go hand-in-hand to give you beautiful skin. The Ultimate Moisture Body Butter from my collection (only available in store) is a rich blend of honey and vitamin E which is perfectly balancing and moisturizing for the skin.'
- Get a manicure ‘I think gorgeous hands and nails are as important as glowing skin and hair.'
- Don’t forget to smile ‘Beauty comes from within and nothing gives you more of a natural glow than love, laughter and water. This can only be enhanced by great products that promote health and wellness.'
Elle Macpherson- Supermodel, beauty founder, lingerie founder
