- Eat a high-protein breakfast. Eating a high-protein breakfast has been shown to reduce cravings and calorie intake throughout the day.
- Avoid sugary drinks and fruit juice. These are the most fattening things you can put into your body, and avoiding them can help you lose weight .
- Drink water a half hour before meals. One study showed that drinking water a half hour before meals increased weight loss by 44% over 3 months.
- Choose weight loss-friendly foods (see list). Certain foods are very useful for losing fat. Here is a list of the 20 most weight loss-friendly foods on earth.
- Eat soluble fiber. Studies show that soluble fibers may reduce fat, especially in the belly area. Fiber supplements like glucomannan can also help.
- Drink coffee or tea. If you're a coffee or tea drinker, then drink as much as you want as the caffeine in them can boost your metabolism by 3-11% .
- Eat mostly whole, unprocessed foods. Base most of your diet on whole foods. They are healthier, more filling and much less likely to cause overeating.
- Eat your food slowly. Fast eaters gain more weight over time. Eating slowly makes you feel more full and boosts weight-reducing hormones
- Use smaller plates. Studies show that people automatically eat less when they use smaller plates. Strange, but it works.
- Get a good night's sleep, every night. Poor sleep is one of the strongest risk factors for weight gain, so taking care of your sleep is important.
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AMBER ROSE GETS 21 SAVAGE A $50K DIAMOND RING
We’re told the fresh ice the rapper had on his right ring finger at the VMAs is an 18-karat gold promise eternity ring … and it was a surprise gift from Amber. It’s made up of 1,100 stones — white diamonds and red rubies spelling out “Loyalty 21.”IF & Co. jeweler designed the promise ring for Rose and Ben Baller hand-delivered it in time for the awards show.
TOP 10 FOODS FOR PREGNANCY
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1Figuring out what to eat when you're eating for two can be confusing. Our list of the top 10 foods for pregnant moms and healthy recipes for pregnant women can help.And here's a bonus: Babies exposed to a variety of healthy food in the womb are more likely to recognize and accept those flavors later on.
2EggsEggs are a great source of protein, a crucial part of your pregnancy diet. The amino acids that make up protein are the building blocks of the cells in your body – and your baby's.Eggs also contain more than a dozen vitamins and minerals, including choline. Choline helps your baby's brain and spinal cord develop properly, and helps prevent neural tube defects.Combine eggs with whatever veggies and cheese you have on hand and you'll have the makings of a frittata. Leftovers – if there are any! – are perfect for breakfast the next day.Recipe: Frittata with chard, red onion, and fetaVideo: How to make a frittata with vegetables and goat cheese
3SalmonOmega-3 fatty acids are crucial for your baby's healthy development, and might even boost your mood. Salmon is an exceptionally good source.Salmon is a low-mercury option for the 8 to 12 ounces of seafood pregnant women are encouraged to eat each week. Find out more about eating fish safely during pregnancy.Recipe: Pan-seared salmon with lentils and leeksVideo: How to make salmon with baby leaf and tomato salad
4BeansBeans are a good source of protein and an excellent source of iron, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, and essential fatty acids – all important for you when you're pregnant.They're also a great food for fiber, which can help prevent and relieve two common pregnancy discomforts: constipation and hemorrhoids.Recipe: Black bean and sweet potato tacos with avocadoRecipe: Creamy white beans with sausage, broccolini, and bread crumbs (extra easy, thanks to canned beans)
5Sweet potatoesSweet potatoes get their orange color from carotenoids, plant pigments that are converted to vitamin A in our bodies. They're also a great source of vitamin C, folic acid, and fiber.Recipe: Curried chickpea and sweet potato turnoversRecipe: Baked sweet potato fries (not just for kids!
6Whole grainsWhole grains are high in fiber and nutrients, including the antioxidant vitamin E and the mineral selenium. They also contain phytonutrients – plant compounds that protect cells. Sample different kinds, from barley and buckwheat to oats and spelt.Recipe: Grilled pork tenderloin with barley and dried apricotsRecipe: Chicken soup with farro and shiitake mushrooms
7WalnutsWalnuts are one of the richest sources of plant-based omega-3s. They're also a good source of protein and fiber. Grab a handful of walnuts for an on-the-run snack or toss some into a salad.Video: How to make a nutty version of overnight oats
8Greek yogurtGreek yogurt typically has twice the protein of regular yogurt. Plus, it's a great source of probiotics and calcium. Calcium helps keep your own bones strong and contributes to the growth of a healthy skeleton for your baby.Yogurt is a versatile breakfast ingredient and a wonderful addition to savory dishes too.Video: How to make homemade granola to go with your Greek yogurtRecipe: Roasted cauliflower steaks with herbed yogurt (Note: Roasting this cruciferous vegetable has been known to win over cauliflower skeptics.)
9Dark leafy greensSpinach, kale, Swiss chard, and other dark leafy greens are prenatal superfoods, loaded with vitamins and nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folic acid.It's easy to up the amount of greens in your diet. Just chop them coarsely and toss into smoothies, soups, omelets, or stir-fries. See our recipes for comfort food and a sweet and satisfying salad starring these healthy veggies.Recipe: Chicken and biscuits with Swiss chardRecipe: Roasted butternut squash and kale lasagnaRecipe: Kale salad with dried fruit and toasted almonds
10Lean meatsMeat is an excellent source of high-quality protein. Look for cuts that are around 95 to 98 percent fat free. Beef and pork get extra points for also containing choline.Skip deli meats and hot dogs, though, unless they're heated until steaming hot. There's a small risk of infection from bacteria and parasites such as listeria, toxoplasma, or salmonella, which can be dangerous during pregnancy for you and your baby.Recipe: Steak fajitas with peppers and onions, featuring flank steak, a lean and flavorful cut of beef
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KIT HARINGTON AKA JON SNOW GETS £2M PER EPISODE IN G.O.T
MTV SCRAPS OF GENDER CATEGORIES AS KENDRICK LAMAR LEADS VMA NODS
MTV has rid itself of gender-specific categories as the network revealed nominees Tuesday for this year's Video Music Awards, in which rapper Kendrick Lamar is in the lead.
In the age of President Donald Trump and the fierce backlash he has generated among cultural leaders, MTV also announced a new category of "Best Fight Against the System" to recognize activist music.
The awards will air worldwide from Los Angeles on August 27. Reflecting its social media push, the music and youth culture network announced the nominations through posts by well-followed figures on Instagram.
Lamar, one of the most acclaimed figures in hip-hop, received the most nominations at eight including Video of the Year for "HUMBLE." -- an ironic look at fame in which he appears clad as the pope and as Jesus in "The Last Supper."
Tied for second with five nominations are Katy Perry for her sci-fi amusement park fantasy "Chained to the Rhythm" and The Weeknd for his star-studded "Reminder."
The Video Music Awards for the first time will not divide by gender with a new Artist of the Year prize incorporating the top male and female categories.
The network said in a statement that it was out to "break barriers" and had a positive response when it eliminated gender groups at this year's MTV Movie and TV Awards.
Nominees for Artist of the Year include four men -- Lamar and The Weeknd along with Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran -- and two women, Ariana Grande and Lorde.
Virtually all major US awards including the Grammys and Oscars have separate male and female categories.
The rare awards that mix male and female nominees include the Mercury Prize -- which, with an arthouse sensibility, recognizes the top British or Irish album each year -- and the Juno Awards for Canadian artists.
RICK ROSS SAYS HE CANT SIGN A FEMALE ARTIST CAUSE HE'LL HAVE SEX WITH HER
Rick Ross says he doesn’t sign female artists to his label, Maybach Music Group, because he would end up “f***ing” them.
Ross made the controversial comments in an interview with Power 105.1 FM’s Breakfast Club this week.
“You know, I never did it because I always thought, like, ‘I would end up f***ing a female rapper and f***ing the business up,” Ross said.
The 41-year-old — who is busy promoting a new VH1 music competition series, Signed — added, “I’m so focused on my business. Just gotta be honest with you. You know, she looking good. I’m spending so much money on her photo shoots. I gotta f*** a couple times.” (Reps for Ross and VH1 did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comments about his interview.)
It all began at the 8:45 mark, when Breakfast Club co-host Angela Yee asked if Ross had considered working with women more. At multiple points in the interview, Ross asked Yee, who was sitting next to him, to show him her legs.
The rapper lost a deal with Reebok in 2013 when lyrics in his song “U.O.E.N.O.” were criticized for encouraging date rape. “Put molly all in her Champagne/ She ain’t even know it,” Ross rapped. “I took her home and I enjoyed that/ She ain’t even know it.”
R KELLY ACCUSED OF GOING AFTER UNDERAGED GIRLS AND TREATING THEM AS SLAVES
Timothy, the father of Jocelyn Savage who is alleged to be one of R. Kelly’s “captives” in an “abusive cult” has spoken out again, this time using stronger language to denounce R. Kelly’s relationship to his daughter and other women like her. Following a BuzzFeed News report on Monday that claimed R. Kelly keeps young women in his homes in Atlanta and Chicago in an “abusive cult,” many have released statements and spoken to the media to give conflicting reports, including R. Kelly himself. Jocelyn also spoke to TMZ and insisted that she was doing well and not being forced to do anything.
But Timothy, who was also one of the main sources in the original BuzzFeed News report, is not having it. He spoke to TMZ Friday, claiming Kelly’s relationships with the women living in his homes started when the women were under 18. He also alleges that Kelly is physically abusive to the women, even going as far to say that “it’s almost like slavery” because there “was no free will on the part of the young women,” according to TMZ.
When Jocelyn spoke to TMZ, she pleaded with her father to “stop embarrassing” her and “the whole entire family,” insisting that she was not brainwashed and was “fine.” She also implied that it was her father who had set up her situation with Kelly. But Timothy denies that and suggests that Kelly forced her to say that. Finally, Jocelyn’s father claims that FBI is still investigating the case, “especially in Florida,” but he cannot discuss details of the investigation.
Through a statement by his lawyer, R. Kelly denied the “abusive cult” allegations, adding that he will “work diligently and forcibly to pursue his accusers and clear his name.”
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LINKIN PARK SETS UP CHESTER BENNINGTONS TRIBUTE SITE, #RIPCHESTER
On Saturday, Linkin Park set up a tribute site for singer Chester Bennington, who committed suicide on Thursday. The site — which seemed to be having connectivity issues in its first few hours, possibly due to heavy traffic — is fairly simple. It features a photo of Bennington onstage, surrounded by the light from thousands of fans’ phones, with the hashtag #RIPCHESTER and the following message:
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