Menopause and Weight Loss

Since embarking on this new way of life , I have lost 13lbs. of menopausal weight

and it is so easy to incorporate it, into a healthy lifestyle.



I had to share this webpost with you to see for yourself. HERE: http://raw-radiance.blogspot.com


GREEN JUICE FOR WEIGHT LOSS!



To date I have lost nearly 40 lbs. incorporating raw foods into my diet.

and aside from the obvious. like exercising and eliminating junk food,

the single most important factor that has made all the difference in

helping me slim down is JUICING.



I have noticed that a green juice first thing in the morning kicks my

metabolism into gear and keeps my cravings under control

throughout the day. Plus, juicing is very hydrating for the skin which

has given me a lovely natural glow!



And because juicing separates the fiber, I like to use fruits/vegetables

that are low on the glycemic index. This way the juice won't spike up

my blood sugar since it's absorbed directly into the bloodstream. So

make sure to drink your green juice on an empty stomach for instant

absorption.



Fiber slows the rate of absorption which has a lesser effect on

blood sugar levels.



I also like to make a green smoothie right after a workout.

I find that flooding my body with hydrating nutrients helps

with recovery between workouts and keeps me from getting

sore.



JUICE OF RADIANCE:

1 Kale Leaf - Large

1 Collar Leaf - Large

1 Celery Stick

1 Apple

1/2 Cucumber

1/2 Carrot

1/2 Lemon peeled





This juice is absoluting wonderful and refreshing! Not only is it healthy and

loaded with nutrients, it is also hydrating, alkalizing, and it is mighty tasty.



Plus, it is great for those who are just starting out and still need to get

accustomed to the taste of greens. Once you feel comfortable you can

always add more greens or cut back on the apple.



HERE ARE SOME ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE WEIGHT

LOSS THAT HAVE SIGNIFICANTLY HELPED ME SLIM DOWN!



1. Drink a tall glass of water first thing in the morning with a squirt of'

l lemon.



2. Make a low-glycemic green juice, try the Juice of Radiance recipe

above.



3. Have a green smoothie with fresh leafy greens and fruits, plus

1/2 TBSP. of green superfood blend.



4. Try not to mix fats in recipes like nuts and seeds, avocados, and oils.

Keep one fat ingredient per recipe.



5 .Take a digestive enzyme with every meal for optimal digestion.



6. No food two hours before bed, brushing teeth right after dinner helps.



7. Exercise at least 45 minutes, five days a week (walks, yoga, weights, etc)







As you see implementing this recommendation into your life certainly helps,

you shed weight, helps you sleep better, cuts down on the amount of hot

flashes and night sweats associated with menopause.





I have added a tremendous amount of raw veggies into my diet, and I think that

is the key to giving your body what it needs to overcome menopausal

symptoms. Just because woman experience a change in life it does

not necessarily mean the best years of our lives are behind us, when

indeed the best years are ahead of us.