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How I get back into shape and lose weight with ease
I’ve struggled with my weight my ENTIRE life. Constantly dieting, constantly failing, constantly unhappy with my body, constantly wondering if there was ever going to be a solution for me. It took my mom getting stage 4 cancer for me to realize I didn’t have a “weight loss” problem. I had a body that was not functioning properly problem. I found out how to help my body function properly – and what do you know…. my body has dropped almost 40 pounds in 7 months EASILY. This is not medical advice. This is my story of how I’ve finally been able to sustain weight loss and have a healthy, functioning body.
3 KEY THINGS I DO
It begins with food
I started eating 80% real food and enjoyed processed foods 20% of the time. I’m not depriving myself, just leaning towards eating MORE real food.
We all know eating “good” is what we should do. But I didn’t know why. I did not know until my mom went to a holistic cancer center and they taught us exactly how food helps our bodies function and that real food lowers our risk of all disease and cancer. Ultra processed food causes disease.
Fruits, vegetables, meats, broths, oils like olive & coconut – food that is REAL and not made in a factory has the key vitamins & nutrients that help our bodies function, balances our hormones, help to stabilize mental health, have sustained energy, reduce chronic inflammation, maintain a healthy weight and so much more. Ultra processed food not only lacks vitamins and minerals but is filled with oils, and chemicals that are so toxic to our bodies and cause chronic inflammation, damage the gut lining and cause the body to store unwanted fat.
Here’s some places to start if you need guidance on what to eat:
Movement
I walk 30 minutes a day 5x a week.
Our bodies need to move! Not moving causes less blood flow and less metabolism. Long term, that leads to diabetes, heart attacks, stroke, obesity and other diseases. Do we want to live long, beautiful lives? We need to get off the couch 🙂
Movement helps prevent and manage many chronic conditions and diseases. Start by walking. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. I don’t have time to go to the gym (mom of two small kids!) but I do have time to walk everyday for 30 min! This is the only exercise I’ve done for 7 months and I have lost 40 pounds and feel AMAZING.
Supplements
I healed my gut, balanced my immune system, reduced biomarkers of inflammation & helped my body get rid of toxins with a few key supplements — this was key in helping my body release weight.
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It can be VERY hard to release extra body fat with a damaged gut and chronic inflammation. Lack of physical activity, eating too many ultra-processed foods, drinking alcohol, and some medications all lead to a damaged gut lining and increase inflammation in the body which is the root cause to MOST diseases, including being overweight. Here’s three supplements I take to repair my gut lining, reduce inflammation, balance my hormones and balance my immune system.
Acemannan
Acemannan aids in weight loss by improving gut health, which enhances digestion and nutrient absorption. It supports the growth of beneficial bacteria that produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), known to promote satiety and regulate appetite.
It helps reduce inflammation, which can lower insulin resistance and support more balanced blood sugar levels. Stable blood sugar prevents energy crashes and sugar cravings that often lead to overeating.
Additionally, it supports detoxification by binding to toxins in the gut, lightening the body’s toxic load.
Lastly, by supporting immune balance and mitochondrial function, acemannan can improve energy levels, making it easier to stay active and maintain a healthy metabolism.
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Betalains
Betalains help support weight loss by reducing chronic inflammation, which is often linked to obesity and metabolic dysfunction. They act as powerful antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative stress, helping improve mitochondrial function and energy production.
Betalains also support liver detoxification, allowing the body to more efficiently process and eliminate toxins that can disrupt metabolism. They help regulate blood sugar by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing fat storage and curbing sugar cravings.
In animal studies, betalains have been shown to reduce fat accumulation and lower cholesterol levels. By improving metabolic efficiency and reducing inflammation, betalains create a healthier internal environment that naturally supports weight loss.
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Core
Formulated to support the body in restoring and maintaining optimal gut health. Over 60% of all adults and over 50% of all children in the U.S. now suffer from one or more persistent health conditions stemming from the erosion of the cells that line the gut. This erosion restricts the absorption of vital nutrients while allowing the leakage of toxins and disease into the bloodstream. This leakage is a major cause of persistent inflammation, which is considered the root cause of a wide variety of chronic conditions, including obesity.
Prebiotics are fibers that feed beneficial bacteria in your gut, helping them thrive.
A balanced gut microbiome is linked to improved digestion, better nutrient absorption, and reduced cravings for ultra processed foods.
A healthy microbiome can regulate hormones like leptin and ghrelin, which control hunger and fullness.
Prebiotics can improve how your body processes energy by influencing the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, which are linked to fat metabolism. This may enhance your ability to burn calories efficiently.
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I STOP eating at 5:30pm
Eating late at night can promote weight gain because your body is less insulin sensitive and more likely to store energy as fat instead of using it. It can also disrupt sleep and hormones, which increases hunger and cravings the next day.
I have done this for one month, and easily lost 4 pounds. It is a little hard at first but I really love how I feel in the mornings now!!!
This is not a quick fix. True health takes time, and I’m not even where I want to be! But I’m on my way 🙂 I’ve not only lost 40 pounds, but I’m starting to have a functioning, healthy body. This has been EASY because I’m not restricting myself. I’m leaning towards real food, walking and taking supplements to help my body heal. I will still enjoy a cupcake from time to time when I want one! I will be able to live like this for the rest of my life — which leads to TRUE health, a healthy weight, lower inflammation and a healthy gut – all which lowers my risk of disease. How amazing. I hope this encourages you!
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