How to Kick your Junk Food Habit and Lose Weight

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It’s nothing revolutionary, but with our modern lives we tend to stray from these simple principles, especially getting enough sleep at night. Regarding specific kinds of food and exercise conducive to weight loss, Iva said it’s difficult to generalize because everyone’s body is different. “Food for one person could be poison for another. For example, garlic acts as a natural antibiotic and has antiseptic properties, but for some, it causes stomach irritation and heartburn.” If you want a specific regimen tailored to your body, of course, it’s best to speak with a nutritional consultant.

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Chlorella is freshwater algae that can be added to your diet in pill or powder form. In addition to a dense amount of vitamins and minerals, an extremely high amount of protein can be found in chlorella, making it a staple supplement for many vegetarians. Another main usage is for body detoxification because it’s been shown to remove heavy metals from your body. (*It contains a high amount of vitamin K, so if you are taking blood-thinning medication, this supplement is a no-no*)
Chia seeds come from a plant native to Central America. They contain a high amount of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and dietary fiber. Many endurance athletes swear by them as an extreme energy source. Health food shops often market chia seeds as a weight loss aid, but current studies are inconclusive.
Quinoa is a pseudo-grain indigenous to the Andean region in South America. It’s special because it’s a complete protein (a rarity for plant-based food) and is a good source of dietary fiber and other vitamins and minerals. It can be used in place of rice, barley, couscous…etc. It has a mild, nutty flavor and tastes good just on its own.

Expose your child to a wide variety of tastes. Maybe they won’t like it the first time, but keep offering it in small amounts—sometimes the third time is the charm. (Never force them to eat something they don’t like, though, as it will just build up their resistance to that food.)
Give your child some control over what he/she eats—let them choose which vegetables and fruits they’d like for that day.
Set a good example—kids are clever and if they see you eating junk food instead of veggies, they will pick-up on it.
Kids love to help so if you involve them in the preparation—peeling, cutting…etc.—they will be more likely to eat it.