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Weight and Weight Loss
Being overweight is a problem that many people have concerns about, which could be blamed on celebrities, fashion and trends. However, worries over physical appearance and personal ideal weights may not equate with a normal weight. What is normal body weight and how is measured? Body weight is assessed by Body Mass Index (BMI) and can be calculated by
BMI Values
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18.5 or less - Low BMI (underweight)
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18.5 to 24.9 - Medium BMI (normal weight)
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25 to 29.9 - High BMI (overweight)
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30 and above - Ver High BMI (obese)
(Note BMI is one way of assessing weight and associated health risks there are others).
However not all weight gain represents fat such as weight gain during pregnancy also the weight gain associated with bodybuilding as muscle is considered lean mass.
Both nationally and internationally obesity is becoming a significant health risk with an increasing number of associated health problems and increasing number of deaths world-wide.
Health risks associated with abnormal body weight include:
Cardiovascular disease including coronary heart disease, carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm.
More recently greater emphasis has been placed on the association with abdominal fat and weight circumference in particular predisposing to Diabetes.
Recommendations for weight loss may be categorised depending upon the level of risk of developing some of the more serious conditions. This may include:
Men over 45 years and women over 55 years or postmenopausal.
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A family history of heart disease.
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Cigarette smoking
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High blood pressure (Hypertension)
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Abnormal cholesterol levels
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High blood glucose levels (Diabetes)
Losing Weight
The focus for weight loss should be more about promoting a healthy life style a change of eating and exercise habits for life, which usually automatically results in reduced risk of disease. Many strict diets result in a rebound weight gain or 'yo-yo' dieting. Numerous different diets have been promoted over the years including
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Low-Carbohydrate Diet
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High Fibre Diets
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Atkins Diet
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Weight Watchers Diet
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Glycaemic Diet
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Low- Fat Diet
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The 90% Diet
At Natures Trail we can offer dietary advice or you can book to see the nutritionist and have
on-site nutritional screening phone for an appointment now 0114 2665984
We also sell a wide range of safe and reliable herbal and mineral supplement to aid weight reduction:
SLIMMING AIDS
THERMOSLIMMER (original)
Thermoslimmer is a combination of natural herbs, vitamins, minerals and plant extract which when taken up to two hours after food help to break down the fat within the food turning it into heat (energy), in exactly the same way that the body's natural fluids process food. The results are threefold, as your body is producing more heat, more fat is burnt off so less can be stored within your body. Secondly the super efficient fat disposal caused by the heat means the body thinks food has been eaten more often, so you feel less hungry, which stops you snacking and overfilling your plate at mealtimes. Lastly Thermoslimmer raises your body's metabolic rate to deal with the food it believes you have eaten, which burns off excessive calories and increases your energy levels.
3 day trial pack - £5.95
10 day pack - £14.95
21 day pack - £27.95
40 day pack - £39.95
Nightslimmer
40 night pack - £24.95
Nightslimmer maintains the metabolic rate whilst you sleep. It also contains a product called Chromium Amino Acid Chelate, which is a fat dispersant, so any fat within food consumed during the day, is moved to the bladder where it cannot be reabsorbed into the body.
Dual Pack - £59.95
The dual pack is simply when you purchase both Thermoslimmer and Nightslimmer together ensuring you get the benefits of taking both products together, gaining the maximum results.
Thermoslimmer for Men
3 day trial - £9.95
14 day pack - £29.95
30 day pack - £49.95
30 night pack - £27.95
Dual Pack - £69.95
Side Effects
There are no known side effects although in the beginning you may feel a little anxious as your heart rate increases slightly and if taken late the amount of energy you may have may slightly disturb your sleep pattern.
Warnings
Thermoslimmer is not recommended if you
Are pregnant or breast feeding
Have a high blood pressure
Have heart or thyroid disease
Have diabetes
Adolescents
Advice from the makers of Thermoslimmer
" Try eating breakfast no matter how light
" Try drinking a full glass of water each time you take the product
" Try taking within two hours of food
" Try taking some light exercise
" Try drinking 8 glasses of water throughout the day
" Try taking Nightslimmer 2 hours prior to sleep
Actislim Ultra (From the makers Thermoslimmers)
7 day trial pack - £14.95
3 week supply - £33.95
Actislim Ultra is a 100% natural herbal dietary supplement that produces thermogenesis within your body, causing your appetite to be suppressed. Your metabolic rate increases so you burn off more calories resulting in rapid weight loss.
Actislim Ultra is a combination of natural herbs, vitamins, minerals and plant extracts which when taken up to two hours after food help break down the fat within the food turning it into heat (energy) in exactly the same way that the body's natural fluids process food.
" As your body produces more heat more fat is burnt
" You will feel less hungry therefore need less to eat
" Actislim Ultra raises the body's metabolic rate
All Actislim products are not recommended for use if you:
" Are pregnant or breast feeding
" Have high blood pressure
" Have heart or thyroid problems
" Have diabetes
" Adolescents
Adios
Adults and elderly take 1 tablet 3 or 4 times a day at mealtimes, as part of a calorie controlled diet
Adios is a herbal remedy traditionally used as an aid to slimming
Fat Binder
90 tablets - £13.99
Fat binder contains Absorbitol Plus this binds to dietary fat reducing fat absorption, yet Fat Binder contains no caffeine or synthetic ephedrine. Fat Binder can be used as part of a weight management programme.
Amount - As a dietary supplement take 2 capsules with 230ml of water up to 15 minutes before a meal, according to the fat content of the meal to be eaten. As Fat Binder can prevent the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, it is recommended that a multivitamin supplement be taken
Skinny Mini
90 tablets - £27.99
As a dietary supplement take 2 capsules daily with 8 ounces of water. Use as part of a reduced fat diet and exercise programme.
"Skinny Mini is designed to ignite your personal fitness plan to new heights. Skinny Mini is perfect for individuals seeking to lose those stubborn pounds quickly and safely" (makers description)
Chromium Picolinate (FSC)
90 x 200mcg tablets - £9.69
Studies have shown that Chromium in the form of picolinate increases fat loss and promotes a gain in lean muscle tissue. Research has also reported a reduction in body fat, body weight when given 400mcg of chromium per day for 3 months
Chromium Polynicotinate (FSC)
30 tablets - £3.69
Apple Slim XTRA (Bional)
40 capsules - £10.45
Apple Slim XTRA is chosen by many slimmers to support weight loss while following a diet and exercise plan. It is thought to support the metabolism of body fat and there are indications that it may encourage the movement of food through the small intestine. It also provides vitamins important for the release of energy from food and antioxidants to provide protection against the damage that may be caused by excess free radicals
Cidiet (Power Health)
90 capsules - £2.99
This product is sold as a slimmers nutritional support system and contains Cider Vinegar, Lecithin, Kelp, Vitamin B6
Cidiet capsules provide nutritional support for dieters and in addition to cider vinegar, which is appreciated by slimmers for the role it may play in assisting a weight loss programme, it contains Lethicin, which helps to emulsify dietary fats, kelp a rich source of iodine, which helps maintain normal thyroid function and also vitamin B6, which is involved in the metabolism of protein lipids.
Amounts - take 2 capsules ½ an hour before each meal with water as a food supplement
4321 Shape Up (Arkopharma)
500ml - £12.95
Plant extract food supplement with sugar and sweeteners that complements a calorie controlled diet to eliminate, cleanse, purify and tone up.
Amount - The daily dose should be diluted in 1 litre of water and be drunk throughout the day. 2 measuring doses per day, that being 1 bottle of solution.
4 plants to help burn off calories
" Bitter Orange: de-stocking of fats
" Green Tea: increases calorie expenditure
" Guarana: increases the combustion of fatty acids
" Yunnan Tea: decreases the absorption of fats
3 cleansing plants to detox water and toxins
" Fennel: improves kidney function
" Celery: contributes to the elimination of toxins accumulated in the body
" Barley: stimulates the elimination of metabolic wastes
2 plants to help purify the body
" Chicory: stimulates the secretion of bile by the liver
" Mate: helps eliminate toxins
1 plant to help tone up the body
" Cola: general stimulant
Bio Trim (Pharma Nord)
30 tablets - £9.95
1 tablet to be taken three times a day, 30 minutes before a meal with plenty of water or as directed by your physician
Sugar and gluten free suitable for vegetarians
Advanced formulation for dieters containing Chromium, Fibre, Carnitine and Co-enzyme Q10.
Phase 2 (LSSL)
60 tablets - £9.99
Starch Neutraliser
Provides Phaseolamin a nutritional substance derived from white kidney beans. When taken with starch based foods such as potatoes, pasta, bread, rice or corn Phase 2 can neutralise a significant proportion of a meals starch content
Zotrim
180 tablets - £21.95
Zotrim is a natural weight loss aid that is supported by evidence. Anew study shows that Zotrim may not only help to reduce weight but waist size as well.
10 Day De-Tox Programmer
10 day supply £7.99
The 10-day de-tox programme is to help purify and cleanse the body. Each phial is diluted to make a pleasant drink that can help cleanse the body of unwanted substances. It is convenient and easy to use and is suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Amount - Take 1 phial per day, diluted in 1 litre of water and drink throughout the day for 10 days continuously for best results use in conjunction with a calorie controlled diet
SPIRULINA BLUE GREEN ALGAE
Blue Green Algae are comprised of over 1,500 species of microscopic aquatic plants that appeared on this planet over 3 billion years ago. Spirulina is a species of the blue green alga group.
Spirulina offers 60-70% protein without the fat and cholesterol content of red meat which contains only 25% protein. Rich in chlorophyll (a pigment found in green plants which absorbs light and converts it into energy), this naturally occuring plant could be considered as the building block for life itself.
Spirulina's plant structure is easily digested by the body resulting in a faster conversion of food to energy. It also contains over 100 nutrients including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, trace elements and all the essential amino acids. It is this concentration of nutrients that sets Spirulina apart as 'Nature's Superfood'
Spirulina also contains:
Enzymes - which play a crucial role in metabolic function and therefore energy levels
Numerous vitamins - particularly B12 often lacking in strict vegetarian and vegan diets
Beta Carotene - the content is ten times greater than found in carrots
Minerals - such as iron and magnesium which can be easily taken into the cells of the body after digestion and absorption
Essential Fatty Acids - such as Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA)
Spirulina (Natures Aid)
90 tablets -£6.99
Spirulina (Life Stream)
100 tablets (500mg) - £9.49
100 grams powder - £12.55
Blue Green Algae (Upper Klamath)
90 tablets £12.95
Performance Slimming Gel (Arkopharma)
220ml £16.95
Amounts - apply the gel once or twice a day to clean dry skin
Performance Slimming Gel provides a sensation of freedom thanks to its non-oily texture and pleasant smell. It has 3 synergic actions these are
" Smoothing of the orange peel skin
" Reduction of unsightly excess fat
" Improvement of skin elasticity and firmness
Phyto Soya (Arkopharma)
200ml £15.95
Amounts - applied once or twice a day to the whole body
Contains soya isoflavones and tea phytosterols for the prevention and correction of skin slackening and loss of skin density
Birch Cellulite Oil (Weleda)
An extract of young organic Birch leaves organic Rosemary and Ruskus, supports healthy radiant looking skin. Revitalising Apricot Kernal oil, moisturising organic Jojoba oil and vitamin rich Wheatgerm oil help to enliven the skin's appearance. Natural essential oils support the toning effect of the other plant extracts leaving the skin looking and feeling supple.
During the first four weeks of use massage Weleda Birch Cellulite Oil into the skin with a circular motion over the thighs, hips and bottom at least twice a day. For maintenance continue with the daily application of this oil. The oil can be spread easily and does not leave a film.
Weleda Birch Oil visibly improves the skin's texture and smoothness after just one month of regular use.
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