Women & Weight Loss
Well ladies, I am here to talk to you about something that has affected most of us at one time or another—struggles with weight loss. Now, a quick word to the men. I know that the title says this is for women, but I know that there are men out there, too, who may have struggled in this area or maybe you know a female to whom you can pass this article. So, if this topic interests you, please forgive the title and read on.
O.k. ladies. We have all been there. We work out regularly, eat pretty healthily, but just can’t seem to lose much more than two or three pounds; and those few pounds always seem to come from our hands, neck, and feet! Aaargh!! Why is it so hard for us to lose fat in the critical areas like the waist, thighs, hips, and buttocks? After all that, I am here to tell you lovely ladies that it CAN be done. At last, I have found a wonderful system that is working for me (I have lost 16 pounds in 8 weeks) and I will mention it later. But, more importantly, let’s see what God has to say about our weight struggle.
One of my favorite encouragement verses is Galatians 6:9 “Do not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time it will reap a harvest if you do not faint.” Maybe this small scripture verse will help you to continue doing what you are doing. Thought the results on earth are small, God promises you a harvest. So, where is that harvest? Let’s take a look.
Let’s talk about what we may need from these fearfully and wonderfully made bodies to be more successful at weight loss, to reap the harvest. The key may be in the dreaded “M” word, METABOLISM. How can we get this process to work better for us? Well, let’s start with the basics—an equation for weight loss:
Calories In – Calories Burned = Weight Lost OR = Weight Gained
Yes, it’s true. That’s all there is to it. No tricks, no magic pill, no nothing. But for as simple as it seems, why have so many of us had trouble with weight loss? Well, our metabolism may not be working properly. Basically speaking, the process of “Calories Burned” in the above equation is due to metabolism. Metabolism is an extensive process, but in terms of weight loss, let’s use this explanation:
The metabolic rate varies from one person to another and is affected by sex, age, and amount of lean body mass (muscle). Many vitamins and minerals are involved in the metabolic processes in the body…once the required amount is obtained, the excess is either eliminated or stored in body tissues. (Shustac, www.metabolism.com)
So, faith-filled women, according to the explanation, many variables are involved in determining the rate of our metabolism like gender, age, muscle mass, vitamins and minerals. Most of us know that gender, age, and muscle mass are factors. But have you ever thought about vitamins and minerals? Vital nutrients?
YES! Not only does our body need vital nutrients to support the process of metabolism, but those nutrients need to be from whole foods and in a form that is easily digested and absorbed into the body tissues. My friends, this has been the key for me. I was literally weeks away from paying thousands of dollars to a specialty clinic due to the fact that I could not lose weight. As I mentioned earlier in this article, I was one of those ladies that was always at the fitness center, my family eats pretty healthily, and yet, I could not get past that certain same number whenever I stood on a scale. After many years and 2 children, my frustration was quite palpable. Little did I know that my change would come from understanding the following about metabolism.
“Enzymes are crucial to metabolism because they allow organisms to drive desirable but thermodynamically unfavorable reactions by coupling them to favorable ones. Enzymes also allow the regulation of metabolic pathways in response to changes in the cell’s environment or signals from other cells.” (wikipedia.org)
Scripture speaks much on wisdom and understanding. Once I got the proper understanding, I was able to reap the harvest. My understanding is “Enzymes are crucial to metabolism.” Not only is it important for us to put food into our bodies for sustenance, but it is important to put the proper foods into our bodies to nourish it. Among important vitamins, minerals, etc., our metabolism needs Enzymes. That is the key behind the process that has worked for me. Just wait a little longer, I’ll tell you about it.
The key was to restore my metabolism through high-quality, all natural, whole-food nutrients that are well absorbed into the tissues in my body AND include the enzymes needed to feed me and my metabolism. And, of course, this complete nourishment allows me to be more self-controlled in my eating because I do not desire the things that I should not have. And, we all know that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit of God.
Here is a summary of the process that has been a major breakthrough for me. I have been on a 12-week program that includes the use of a meal replacement shake (I am 8 weeks into it). I have steadily lost an average of 2 pounds per week for a total of 16 pounds as I write this article. All that is required is for me to consume 2 tasty shakes a day, up to 2 healthy snacks, and a sensible meal. Of course, I need to keep working out too. These shakes are fortified with the high-quality, all natural, whole-food nutrients and enzymes that I just mentioned to feed me and my metabolism. That’s all, nothing to it.
What am I using, you may ask? It is called The Enzyme Diet. If you would like to learn more about this system, you can get more information by visiting the information website at www.TheEnzymeDiet.com. Although I, and many others, think that The Enzyme Diet is superb, I realize that, for one reason or another, it may not be for everyone. So here are a few things to look for when considering a weight loss system. These are the hallmarks that make The Enzyme Diet so unique. Please make sure that the weight loss system you are asking yourself “Does this weigth loss program or system…”
1. Contain vital natural, whole-food nutrients needed to support you and your bodies’ metabolic enzyme systems? (especially when it is a meal replacement system)
2. Have a way of guaranteeing the absorption of those vital nutrients into your body?
3. Allow your body to burn maximum amounts of energy while consuming only a small number of calories – all without causing cravings or hunger?
4. Keep you in real life situations, making it easier for you to process and maintain what you learn? (e.g., using your own food OR providing recipes for you instead of having to purchase pre-packaged food)?
5. Provide a place (in person or virtually) where you can network with others who are in the same process as you?
6. Allow for flexibility with your busy, ever-changing schedule?
Ladies, take it from me. If I can finally lose weight naturally and at a low cost, you can do it too. Again, as Galatians 6:9 encourages, DON’T GIVE UP!
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