In this next paragraph we will discuss which alcoholic drinks to sip and which ones to skip.  For example lets start with Wine. A glass of approx 150 ml /5oz of red wine is a go  with only 125 cal rather than approx 150 ml /5oz of Sangria which consists of 189 calories.

 Let’s look at Irish Coffee laced with 234 calories Amaretto on Ice is a goer with only 180 calories. And what about Vodka you say – Vodka and soda is preferred coming in at only 97 calories as opposed to Vodka and Tonic weighing in at 159 calories. Look at this simple little trick and the health benefits that your body is getting. If you have a frozen Margarita it consists of 203 calories. If on the other hand you ask for that Margarita on the Rocks you save 34 calories from entering your body (169).  And what about Champagne. Champagne comes in at 96 calories however you can ask for a White-Wine Spritzer in a champagne glass at only 60 calories. Last but not least Long Island Iced Tea
weighing in at 219 calories with a simple modification as asking for Rum & Diet Coke you eliminate the extra 122 calories (Rum & Diet Coke = 97). 

We want you to enjoy all the health benefits from eating and drinking all the good foods and we want you want to lose weight in the processes. How this article can be helpful to you is by using the following as a guide when you are out and about. By using this guide you can still enjoy your every moment without feeling limited to certain foods or drinks. In essence you are going to feel as if you are living a healthy lifestyle rather than feel like your on a strict calorie counting diet.

The health benefits in just simply changing your drinks can substantially reduce your calorie intake and yet you can still enjoy life. In summary, simply chose the lower calorie drink option. There are plenty of alternatives. Your jeans will thank you for it later.  Be responsible – enjoy.

NOTE:  In no way are we promoting the use of drinking as a method of losing belly fat.  In  you were to stop drinking alcohol all together for a  period whilst focused on losing your belly fat and only drink water then you will notice a substantial difference only after a short period of time. But we find ourselves in various situations i.e. Friday night after work drinks, weddings, birthdays, networking, anniversaries and the list goes on.  We are giving suggestions as to what drinks are of less calories should you wish to drink responsibly at any given event. The aim is to bring awareness as to what drinks you are ordering and absorbing into your body.

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Lose over 10 pounds in 12 weeks and perhaps prevent Hepatitis C according to the Journal of Medicinal Food and Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Engineering in Medicine.

Citrus oils, such as the grapefruit extract have a high content of vitamin C and bioflavonoids. These powerful antioxidants neutralize the highly unstable and extremely reactive molecules that attack your cells and contribute to skin aging. In addition, studies have shown that vitamin C helps build collagen in your skin, reducing wrinkles, and enhancing your skin’s natural strength and elasticity. Grapefruit is also high in limonene, a potent antioxidant that inhibits inflammatory activity to help your skin achieve a youthful, healthy glow.

Folklore regarding weight loss and grapefruit has been around for many years. But now a new study has found the simple act of adding this fruit to your diet can assist in weight loss.

Studies on grapefruit Reveals Startling Weight Loss Facts Previously Unknown

In a 12-week pilot study, 100 men and women ate half a serving of grapefruit and lost an average of 3.6 pounds. Many patients in the study, however, lost over 10 pounds. On average, participants who ate half a grapefruit with each meal lost 3.6 pounds, while those who drank a serving of the juice from this fruit lost 3.3 pounds. However, many patients in the study lost more than 10 pounds.

Lead researcher Dr. Ken Fujioka states, “Our study participants maintained their daily eating habits and slightly enhanced their exercise routine. The only dietary change was the intake of grapefruit. Our study shows grapefruit can play a vital role in overall health and wellness… ”

This finding is supported by another study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food where participants were asked to eat half a serving of grapefruit three times a day for 12 weeks. By the end of the study this group lost 1.6kg in body weight – “significantly more weight than the placebo group.”

A team of researchers from the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Engineering in Medicine (MGH-CEM) are now looking into blocking the secretion of hepatitis C virus (HCV) from infected cells utilizing a compound found in grapefruit.

Precisely how this fruit aids in weight loss is not entirely known, but researchers speculate its chemical properties reduce insulin levels which assist with the regulation of fat metabolism. The smaller the insulin spike after a meal the more efficiently the body processes food for use as energy. And this means less is stored as fat in the body.

The potential health benefits of grapefruit are far reaching.  

Finding studies such as the one above helps gain trust in what we are eating, especially when we want to lose the belly fat. I have added grapefruit to my diet and have noticed a substantial amount of difference. It has helped me lose the belly fat. The reason I am providing all these studies is because after joining Combat The Fat program I needed some scientific proof behind the method that Jeff Anderson teaches.  After carefully reviewing and applying Jeff Anderson’s methods I found that the information he provides is highly valuable and useful. Jeff Anderson was a Soldier & Master Fitness Trainer for the Military. And if we carefully study the bodies of the soldiers in the military, it is easy to see how Jeff’s method works time and time again. He finally reveals this secret in his program.  His method is certainly working for me. To find out more information on Jeff Anderson’s product click here.

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