Body Slimming Articles

What is overweight?

It is a chronic condition defined by an excess amount body fat. In simple when the energy supplied from the food and drink you consume is greater than the energy your body needs for physical activity and other metabolic processes then obesity develops in our body.

Cause of Overweight

The following have been identified as important factors in the development of overweight:

• A person is more likely to develop obesity if one or both parents are obese. Genetics also affect hormones involved in fat regulation.
• Epidemiology studies have shown that diets high in fat contribute to weight gain.
• Carbohydrates increase blood glucose levels, which in turn stimulate insulin release by the pancreas, and insulin promotes the growth of fat tissue and can cause weight gain.

What is Herbal & Ayurvedic way to reduce Overweight?

• The first obvious remedy to reduce fatigue is getting enough rest and sleep.
• The next step should be to exercise every day so that you induce some perspiration.
• The weight-loss diet should be low in calories (energy) only, not in essential foodstuffs.
• The weight-loss program should be directed toward a slow, steady weight loss unless your doctor feels your health condition would benefit from more rapid weight loss.

Eating organic foods reduces toxins that we can put in our body. Eating high fiber foods, fruits, vegetables, juices, sprouts, grains, nuts, seeds, and beans boost energy levels in the body. Vitamins A, D, C, and E are important and if you aren't eating enough foods high in these vitamins then by all means resort to taking a multivitamin tablet twice to help boost your energy. But remember getting vitamins the natural way is better because the body absorbs them better. Make sure you are getting enough calcium, magnesium and potassium.