Ideal fat-loss plans and products

Before we start, it is beneficial to distinguish the differences between weight loss and fat loss. If the weight that you lose is water weight, or active musscle mass, then this really isn't likely to benefit your general health, or your physique. It is better to strive to drop fat mass, rather than weight.

So, what quantity of fat weight can realistically be lost in a week? Are you aware that dropping 1 kg equates to a calorie deficit of 7000 calories? Therefore, to lose 1 kg of FAT MASS in 1 week, you would have to to burn 7000 calories over the ammount you consume, or 1000 every day. If you are willing to reduce your calorie consumption by 500 calories each day and achieve 45 minutes to 1 hour of physicalcardiovascular activity then you may realistically lose 1 kg per week.

This could be perceived as a slower process as some weight-loss plans claim to help you to drop much more WEIGHT than this, but what mass are you actually losing and will the progress that you achieve truly be sustained in the future?

On low carb diets you will be restricting your calorific intake, but a proportion of the mass lost is often water mass, leading to chronic dehydration. This is because carbohydrates combine with water when stored by the body's lean tissue, therefore if you eat and store less carbs, then you could also retain less fluid. This is not the same as FAT LOSS.

Reduced fat programs also encourage you to reduce calorie intake, but unsaturated fats have lots of necessary roles in your body, from micronutrient transportation to hormone processing.

If you are creating a calorific deficit in excess of 1000 calories every day, 2 changes are going to occur. Firstly, your body will need to break down lean tissue to produce carbohydrates for energy and also, your metabolism is likely to become slower. The result is that your body's ability to burn calories may be lessened. Both of these adaptations could impare your ability to remain at an an ideal body composition long-term.

So what is the best method for maintaining an optimum weight and body composition long-term?

Physical exercise is a very important part of fat loss and is also important after you reach your goal body shape. You goal should primarily be to follow a healthy life, instead of jumping from one quick fix program to the next and physical exercise (even at lower intensities) must be a part of it.

With respect to nutrition, your body needs all nutrients, from carbohydrates and protein to healthy fat, so eliminating any nutrient completely may not be the best choice for your health. An ideal method is to follow a programme, or choose products, which incorporates a good mix of carbs, protein and fat and don't encourage that you intake any less than 1500 calories per day. If you want to create a greater calorific difference than this, then commit to more exercise!

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