Home remedies for weight loss

Obesity is a chronic disease which is characterized by excessive body fat. It can lead to numerous health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and others.
Obesity is a multi factorial process and is not fully understood. There are many factors that contribute to obesity, such as genetics, and environment

Diet and lifestyle are two main cause of obesity.
Diet: Diet is a huge factor in the cause of obesity. People who eat large quantities of food and drink high-calorie beverages will be at risk for weight gain.
Lifestyle: A person's lifestyle can also contribute to their risk for obesity. If someone doesn't exercise or has an inactive lifestyle, they will have a higher chance of becoming obese.

Weight Loss -
For those who are overweight, weight loss can be achieved through dieting and exercise programs which will help them burn more calories than they take in.

Dieting:- Dieting is the process of reducing calorie intake, while exercising is the process of increasing calorie expenditure.The typical diet consists of a low-calorie intake of about 1,200 calories per day. This will cause weight loss over time because it reduces the amount of energy that is consumed.
Exercise:- The typical exercise routine consists of 30 minutes or more each day to increase calorie expenditure while also increasing muscle mass and strength.

Home remedies for weight loss

• Garlic
  Garlic is one of the most popular home remedies for weight loss. While there are many reasons to use garlic for weight loss, the most popular reason is that it helps reduce hunger and burn fat. Garlic contains allicin which is an effective fat burner. It has a property that stimulates the production of bile and breaks down fats in your digestive system. This also decreases your appetite, making you eat less food.
  Garlic is an excellent source of manganese, vitamin B6, selenium, and phosphorus. These nutrients can help to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels which are important for weight management.
• Ashwagandha
  Ashwagandha is a plant that has been used for centuries in Indian Ayurvedic medicine. It is known to have a number of health benefits. It is said to improve physical and mental health, including weight loss. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, which means it helps the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. It helps to promote weight loss by balancing hormones and reducing cortisol in the body. Ashwagandha is also helpful in improving men’s wellness.
• Curry leaves
  Curry leaves have many benefits for weight loss. Curry leaves are rich in antioxidants and minerals. They have a detoxifying effect on the body. Curry leaves also help in digestion, as they have natural antibacterial properties.
  One can drink a cup of fresh curry leaf juice every morning on an empty stomach to reduce the appetite and burn fat faster.
• Black pepper
  Black pepper is a natural fat burner. It increases the body's metabolic rate and helps you to lose weight faster.
  1) Add black pepper to your food: Add a teaspoon of black pepper powder to anything that you eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can also mix it with your favorite spice or add it to your salad dressing.
  2) Drink black pepper tea: Brew one cup of water and add one teaspoon of ground black pepper. Add honey, lemon or cinnamon for flavor if desired. Drink this tea before every meal as often as needed for best results.
• Cinnamon
  Cinnamon is one of the spices that are often used for cooking. It is also help to loss weight. It contains antioxidants which helps in burning fat cells and reducing inflammation. Cinnamon also helps in regulating blood sugar levels, which will help you keep your appetite under control.

Author Bio-
Dr.Rajender Singh. has done DMLT in 2003 , then D.Pharmacy and then Master Diploma in Panchagavya . He is an Ayurvedic doctor and ownes a company name Jeevan Herbal at Panchkula (Haryana).

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