Fighting Obesity
Boost Your Metabolism to Lose Weight
Information, Research, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Health Risks Associated with Obesity
Type-2 Diabetes
+300%Increased Risk
High Cholesterol
+200%Increased Risk
Heart Disease
+200%Increased Risk
Arthritis
+200%Increased Risk
High Blood Pressure
+200%Increased Risk
Understanding BMI: Overweight vs. Obese
BMI Calculation
BMI = Weight (kg) ÷ Height (m)²
Common Contributors
- • High sugar diets
- • Refined bread, pasta, white rice
- • Processed snack foods
- • Baked goods and cereals
- • Hidden food additives
The Yeast Infections & Obesity Link
The Vicious Cycle
Fungi need sugar to create their preferred acidic environment. They release chemicals that trick the body into thinking blood sugar is low, causing intense carb cravings. This leads to fatigue, brain fog, and uncontrollable urges to eat sugary/high-carb foods that promote yeast growth.
💡 Solution: Remove sugary foods from your environment and replace with healthy snacks that help balance internal yeast and decrease appetite.
Action Plan for Weight Loss
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
Found in grass-fed meats and dairy
Benefits:
- Enhances your metabolism
- Builds muscle mass
- Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides
- Prevents and treats diabetes
- Boosts immunity
- Fights all three stages of cancer
Research Note: Grass-fed animals have up to 500x more CLA than grain-fed animals
Vitamin C
Essential for fat oxidation
Benefits:
- Directly related to body's ability to use fat as fuel
- Too little vitamin C correlates with increased body fat
- Helps with fat oxidation during exercise and rest
Research Note: Arizona State University study: 500mg daily showed significant results
Vitamin B6
Speeds fat loss according to Brazilian research
Benefits:
- Burns calories instead of storing them
- Reduces get-fat hormones
- Reduces cravings
- Tied to metabolism increases and mood improvement
Research Note: Aim for 5mg daily from food sources for weight loss benefits
Fish Oil (Omega-3)
Activates fat-burning enzymes
Benefits:
- University of South Australia study: 4.4 pounds more weight loss
- Activates fat-burning enzymes
- Increases metabolic rate when combined with exercise
Research Note: 6 x 1-gram capsules daily plus exercise 3x/week showed best results
Vitamin B6: Recommended Daily Allowance & Food Sources
Daily Requirements
| Age Group | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| 19-50 years | 1.3 mg | 1.3 mg |
| 51+ years | 1.7 mg | 1.5 mg |
| Pregnancy | - | 1.9 mg |
| Breast-feeding | - | 2.0 mg |
For weight loss: Brazilian research suggests aiming for 5mg daily from food sources
Top Food Sources
Foods That Are Helpful for Weight Control
Superfoods
Bee Pollen
Balances hormones, improves metabolism, reduces cravings
Coconut Oil
Use instead of other oils for sautéing
Almonds
Reduce appetite, use almond flour instead of wheat
Enzymes
Pineapple
Bromelain fights fat, reduces bloat, revs liver function
Papaya
Papain dissolves fat-trapping waste, reduces inflammation
Tea & Beverages
Oolong Tea
Balances blood sugar, helps cells use glucose efficiently
Green Tea + Oolong
EGCG burns 2.5x more calories per day
Other Beneficial Foods
Barley
Fiber-rich (avoid if gluten sensitive)
Olive Oil
Use instead of other oils
Yogurt
Probiotic benefits for digestion
Fat May Not Be Making You Fat - by Maggie Z. Mathews
As a society we have cut our fat intake and cholesterol levels dramatically, yet we get fatter and have increasing amounts of diabetes. The real culprit may be refined carbohydrates and starches, not fat.
Key Insight: Insulin Resistance
We get fat because of insulin in our bloodstream. It's refined carbohydrates and starches that cause insulin secretion, not fat. The fatter you are, the more insulin your pancreas pumps out after a meal.
Avoid:
- • Refined sugars
- • Bread and baked goods
- • Pasta and wheat products
- • Potatoes and starches
Focus On:
- • Healthy fats (fish, olive oil)
- • Quality proteins
- • Fresh vegetables
- • Low-glycemic foods
Healthy Trail Mix Recipe
Ingredients:
Benefits:
- Decreases appetite naturally
- Provides sustained energy
- Rich in healthy fats and protein
- No addictive additives or sugars
Pro Tip: Customize by adding your own favorite seeds and nuts. Avoid trail mixes with "yogurt-coated" items as they contain unhealthy additives and trans fats.