Advice on losing weight

Make sure that you drink enough fluids. Sometimes at some stage in a hectic work day, you feel you need food when in truth you may need a refreshing glass of water or cranberry juice. The feelings of hunger and thirst are somewhat similar, but one of them ends in weight increase and the other one leads to no damage.

Some reduced carb diet tips:


* You can create really great smoothies using low carb yogurt. Admittedly, it’s not technically cooking, but if you really love smoothies you can make them with low carb yogurt and fruit. Clearly, you should make sure you use only fruit that is low in carbohydrates and use all of the fruit as the fiber is beneficial.

Foods containing allyl sulfides
( includes pickled shallots, white onions and green onion)

The onion and garlic family of foods is rich in allyl sulphides, a chemical which experts believe could be linked to a reduced risk of stomach and colon cancer.
Even though there is not much scientific evidence published, allyl sulphides are also thought by many experts to aid in colds, arteriosclerosis and diabetes.

Foods containing allyl sulfides are also good for weight loss, so should be included in every diet.