Five Secret Tips to Weight Loss

We have all heard the time tested advice for loosing weight. You know the, burn more calories then you take in, drink more water, don't eat after 6 pm. Well here is some advice you may not have heard. These five secret tips can put an added boost to your weight loss plan.

1) Get Your Hormones Checked

Woman especially are susceptible to an imbalance of hormones. Many disorders like Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which effects one in ten woman, can cause unexpected weight gain, and even make weight loss near impossible. If you have been struggling with your weight and feel you may have a hormonal imbalance, talk to your doctor. There is also much talk in the media about cortisol, a stress hormone that traps fat around the belly. This hormone is present in men and woman and is only one of many stress induced hormones responsible for weight gain.

2) Go To Bed Earlier

Studies show people who hit the sheets before midnight have improved immune system function and typically consume fewer calories. I guess thats where the term"midnight snack" gets it's name. Also people who get to be earlier also wake up rested, so they are not running on empty all day. The more energy you have, the more potential to burn calories. As an added note, exercise helps regulate sleep patterns and is a definite necessity for weight loss and a healthy lifestyle.

3) Make The Bread Switch

Bread, it's been a taboo word since the success of many who followed the Atkins diet. However, whole grain, sprouted grain, and high fiber bread is okay, in moderation of course. Make sure the bread you buy doesn't just read "whole grain" or "twelve grain" or even "made with whole grains". You want it to read "100% whole grain" and you want the ingredient label to make no mention of the words such as "enriched" or "bleached". Also try to stay away from breads and grains with a high sugar content, or low fiber content. You want at least three grams per slice of fiber, not serving, of bread.

4) Flavor Your Day