how does lemon juice promote weight loss?

Question

i've read this before and i'm curious how, or if it really works. can any food really burn fat? or does it just speed up the metabolism?
and if this is true, what other foods are in this category

so does that just mean it has a very low glycemic index and thats the only contribution it can make?

Answer 1

Hi,

I've been helping people stay healthy for a more than 20 years and I can tell you that losing weight requires a combination of both exercise and caloric restriction but with a proper nutrition balance.

To answer your question very specifically, lemon juice consumption does have a minor effect on thermogenic metabolism but it is very, very minor. If you were to drink enough lemon juice to change you pH level then it would have more of an effect but you'd probably also vomit well before you could consume that much.

The idea behind consuming lemon juice became popular several years ago after a short-term, single-blind, non-placebo controlled study showed that the consumption of pure lemon juice (which is extremely tart) reduced the cravings for sugar in nearly all participants and also acted as a semi-diuretic (in strong enough doses) which helped participants shed some amount of water weight. Again, the study was very short-term (under 5 weeks) and the results were never lauded as conclusive by any authority (medical or alternative). Some people have noted that pure lemon juice has a relatively high concentration of antioxidants but these would not, in and of themselves, aid in weight loss.

As for your question concerning foods that might be able to 'burn fat' and or 'increase your metabolism,' the answer is a bit more complicated than the question. First, there are foods that require more energy (kcal) expenditure to digest them than they provide (celery as an example). This expenditure of energy could come from stored fat but it's doubtful that it would make much of a dent when it comes to weight loss. Also, some combinations of foods and herbs can cause a slightly accelerated metabolism as it concerns thermogenesis (ex: white willow bark combined with caffeine) but, again, the quantities required (unless it's through supplements) is burdensome and not likely to result in any major weight loss or fat loss. For a list of foods in both categories you can pick up the Encyclopedia of Herbs and Their Uses.

With all of the above having been said, if you want to lose weight in a healthy manner don't be in a rush and keep the following in mind:

1) Check with your physician to be certain that you are physically able to reduce your calories and increase your exercise habits safely.

2) Make certain that the calories you are eating are as balanced as possible. Finding out how much protein, carbs, and fats your body needs on a daily basis can really help keep your energy levels high all day long. The #1 reason my clients tell me that they've stopped dieting or exercising in the past is because of low energy ebbs. Splitting the amount of calories you can have per day into 5 - 6 smaller meals will help tremendously (this keeps your body fueled and ready to go and you also know that your next meal is only a couple of hours away).

If you need help selecting good foods I suggest you get either Sugar Busters or the Zone. Neither of these books have to be taken as gospel concerning weight loss but they do contain good advice that will help you make better food choices.

Knowing what your basal metabolic rate (BMR) is will certainly help you determine how to be calorie conscious. Also remember that you may or may not need supplements to help things along.

3) While exercising (before, during, and after) be sure to consume enough water. The key is not to be 'thirsty' (overtly) during this time of exercise.

4) Adding weight bearing exercise (i.e., lifting weights) will help to tone your body and the thermogenic (fat burning) effect will last long after you've stopped working out -- even if your workout is simply walking).

5) Remember that you'll probably hit plateaus (times when you'll stop losing weight) several times during your weight loss progress. This is completely normal and is only temporary but it can last for a couple of weeks at a time. It is very important to remember that even if your scale isn't showing progress, your entire body is being positively effected by your efforts.

6) Measure different parts of your body (neck, upper arms, lower arms, chest, abs, waist, belly, butt, thighs, etc.) and do it accurately. Write these measurements down and check them once every 2 weeks. This will help you remember that your body is 'reducing' all over -- not just in one particular area. If you're weight training you may actually notice a slight increase in some areas of your body (don't worry -- if you're a woman you won't start looking like a bodybuilder).

7) Keep focused on your end goal and concentrate on losing maybe 1 pound a week -- sometimes you'll lose more, sometimes less. As long as it's an average, it's okay.

8) Lastly, remember that attempting to lose weight if you are overweight is a WONDERFUL thing.

If you've just begun, keep up the good work. If you're about to begin, congrads!! I've worked with hundreds of people in the past 20 years (mostly women) who have lost (individually) HUNDREDS of pounds safely. Better still, they've kept it off -- Kay lost over 350 pounds and has been at her goal weight for 7 years now.

As for what to take (if anything), that depends entirely on what your body needs. Anyone who suggests that you take something that 'works for everyone' is either confused or deluded. For example, if you had a twin brother or sister your bodies could react completely different to certain supplements or foods on a metabolic level. If you want to learn more about what you might want to take and how to calculate your BMR, you can visit my site (below).

Of course there are several over-the-counter supplements that can help a person lose weight by either stimulating the burning of fat (these should be used sparingly if at all), by suppressing the appetite (supplements such as Dr. Bill's Choice Pure Hoodia, some Omega 3, 6, & 9 supplements, and a couple of others have been shown effective for this and they are non-stimulating), and by increasing the amount of brown adipose tissue (fat) that your body has available to use for energy (the exact supplement your body might need to do this would have to be determined case-by-case).

As a final note, if you are female, hormones could be an issue that might need to be addressed to facilitate weight loss. I work with a number of women (in the hundreds) who have found this to be the case.

If you have any questions about losing weight or about diet and supplementation, don't hesitate to write and ask.

Lonnie Honeycutt, C.N.C.
Your Health Is My Concern
http://www.betterlifetoday.com

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Answer 3

There are three main ways to lose weight quickly.

1) Use only water as liquid and eliminate all other liquid drinks from your diet. You must drink as much water as possible every day. You must drink about half of your weight. If you have weight of 200 pounds then you must drink about 100 oz of water.

2) The interval between the eating is very important. If you eat once, then you must eat next after 4 hours. You must take breakfast regularly. In the night eat your food three hours before going to bed.

3) Walking is very good. You must walk as much as you can. Walk everywhere you can. Use of elevators and escalators must be reduced and instead of these you must climb stairs more often.

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Lemon juice is an acid base and helps the body maintain a stable blood sugar level. When blood sugar stabilizes, it is easier to lose weight.

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