Sunday, March 23rd, 2008
As more shops continue to sprout like mushrooms, the debate on the issue of coffee is now more apparent. Some people believe that coffee assists in weight loss, and some believe coffee contributes to fat accumulation. Nonetheless, the coffee craze is reaching height of enormous proportions. Here are facts to clear the smoke on the matter.
Coffee burns fat: True. Coffee is a stimulant. As a dose of caffeine triggers the nervous system, the body responds by releasing hormones which target fat cells and help to draw fat ad body fuel.
Coffee makes you fat: No. Coffee served black and cappuccinos are not the culprits. The offenders are the iced and frappe coffees with most fattening levels of sugar.
Coffee is healthy: True. Coffee in itself is a health food. Aside from increasing energy and metabolism, coffee decreases the risk of type II diabetes. More researches are proving the positive effects of a regular diet including coffee.
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Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
As you attain notable progress in your weight loss regimen, you noticed that you’re simply not losing enough weight. You altered your program, switched meals, but none of these seemed to work. The next thing in mind appeared to be metabolism. Although exercise is present, your body is not burning as much as you want to. Here is a list of things to do to increase your metabolism.
Always make your legs work. Simply put, the legs are the biggest muscle group in the body. As part of your workout, squeeze in some leg exercises for maximum weight loss.
Do circuit training. Although traditionally exercises work effectively, movements involving different muscle groups simultaneously. The activity is an all-in-one exercise.
Pump up the cardio. Instead of doing prolonged cardio sessions, do high intensity dashes with low rest ratio.
Like it Black. Don’t forget to include coffee without sugar in your diet. It stimulates the central nervous system and promotes better fat oxidation.
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