Celiac disease (CD) and obesity can go hand-in-hand.
The relationship is complex, yet undeniable. When the body is unable to absorb nutrients properly, as in untreated CD, there is a constant state of depletion of essential nutrients. As a result, the body attempts to retain as many calories as possible from the foods eaten to satisfy its nutritional needs.
Even after going on a gluten free diet as treatment for CD, unwanted pounds can linger and even mount up.
Whatever the cause of your extra weight, exercise and smart food choices have a great impact when it comes to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. But sometimes we need a little more. That’s why I’m sharing my foodie secret for weight loss with you!
The relationship is complex, yet undeniable. When the body is unable to absorb nutrients properly, as in untreated CD, there is a constant state of depletion of essential nutrients. As a result, the body attempts to retain as many calories as possible from the foods eaten to satisfy its nutritional needs.
Even after going on a gluten free diet as treatment for CD, unwanted pounds can linger and even mount up.
Whatever the cause of your extra weight, exercise and smart food choices have a great impact when it comes to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. But sometimes we need a little more. That’s why I’m sharing my foodie secret for weight loss with you!
Eat This Super Food Appetizer and You WILL Lose Weight!
It's true and it's been scientifically proven!
Researchers at Scripps Nutrition and Metabolic Research Center discovered amazing weight loss in adults who ate half of a grapefruit before each meal. That’s right! By adding one-half a grapefruit to their diet and changing nothing else at all, study participants lost an average of 4 pounds over 12 weeks. Some individuals lost as much as 10 pounds! That’s what I call results!
Scientists say the reason this citrus appetizer can help you shed pounds has to do with grapefruit’s effect on insulin. Certain chemicals that naturally exist in the grapefruit lower insulin levels. This helps the body more efficiently regulate the breakdown of fat in the body, resulting in weight loss.
This tart citrus also contains tons of vital nutrients like vitamins C, A, and B5, as well as folate, potassium, and fiber! What’s even better is that grapefruit is extremely low in calories (one grapefruit half has a mere 36 calories!) and can aid in weight loss.
Keep in mind fresh seasonal fruits and veggies provide the best in flavor, nutrition, and affordability. Grapefruit is best between late-fall and spring, when it's in season. Of course, you can get it year-round... and you should! Grapefruit is a fantastic super food!
By making a simple choice we can make it even better...
Researchers at Scripps Nutrition and Metabolic Research Center discovered amazing weight loss in adults who ate half of a grapefruit before each meal. That’s right! By adding one-half a grapefruit to their diet and changing nothing else at all, study participants lost an average of 4 pounds over 12 weeks. Some individuals lost as much as 10 pounds! That’s what I call results!
Scientists say the reason this citrus appetizer can help you shed pounds has to do with grapefruit’s effect on insulin. Certain chemicals that naturally exist in the grapefruit lower insulin levels. This helps the body more efficiently regulate the breakdown of fat in the body, resulting in weight loss.
This tart citrus also contains tons of vital nutrients like vitamins C, A, and B5, as well as folate, potassium, and fiber! What’s even better is that grapefruit is extremely low in calories (one grapefruit half has a mere 36 calories!) and can aid in weight loss.
Keep in mind fresh seasonal fruits and veggies provide the best in flavor, nutrition, and affordability. Grapefruit is best between late-fall and spring, when it's in season. Of course, you can get it year-round... and you should! Grapefruit is a fantastic super food!
By making a simple choice we can make it even better...
Stay Pretty in Pink for Even More Health Benefits!
Pink grapefruit has an even greater impact on our health. This rosy fruit is not only good for weight loss, it's a super source of lycopene. The big hint the lycopene is in there is the fact the pink grapefruit is pink in the first place. Lycopene is the nutrient that gives certain fruits and veggies their red or rosy color. Tomatoes are a terrific source of lycopene too.
Lycopene is special because it has a sustained antioxidant action in the body. Remember, antioxidants are chemicals in the foods we eat that can protect our cells.
Lycopene is special because it has a sustained antioxidant action in the body. Remember, antioxidants are chemicals in the foods we eat that can protect our cells.
Quick & Easy “No Cook” Ways to Add Grapefruit to Your Special Diet
- Substitute grapefruit juice for the vinegar called for in your favorite vinaigrette!
- Toss grapefruit sections with a drizzle of honey and add to a bed of fresh baby spinach leaves for a healthy salad!
- Toss grapefruit sections with avocado cubes, sea salt and black pepper for a quick refreshing side dish!
Grapefruit is a great source of tangy flavor for just about anything! Be adventurous and give any ideas you have a try. If you think of something and want to run it by me, I'd love to hear from you!
- Toss grapefruit sections with a drizzle of honey and add to a bed of fresh baby spinach leaves for a healthy salad!
- Toss grapefruit sections with avocado cubes, sea salt and black pepper for a quick refreshing side dish!
Grapefruit is a great source of tangy flavor for just about anything! Be adventurous and give any ideas you have a try. If you think of something and want to run it by me, I'd love to hear from you!
This Week’s Trivia Question... Answered!
The Question: Which seasonal citrus is better for you when you choose it “pretty in pink”?
The Answer: Grapefruit! Choosing pink grapefruit varieties like Ruby and Redblush, we get much more than grapefruit’s weight loss effects. We benefit from the protective qualities of the antioxidant lycopene, too! Try adding a grapefruit half or two to your meals this week and see what you think!
The Answer: Grapefruit! Choosing pink grapefruit varieties like Ruby and Redblush, we get much more than grapefruit’s weight loss effects. We benefit from the protective qualities of the antioxidant lycopene, too! Try adding a grapefruit half or two to your meals this week and see what you think!
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I hope this “A Side of Science” provided useful information to help with your special diet! The more we know about the foods we are putting into our bodies - and what our BEST food choices are! - the easier it is to manage our own food allergy and maintain our special diet for optimal health.
Try some of these gluten free, dairy free, soy free, nut free recipes to see how tasty a special diet for your food allergy can be!
Try some of these gluten free, dairy free, soy free, nut free recipes to see how tasty a special diet for your food allergy can be!
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Tuesday, I have all-new helpful How-To videos featuring simple, affordable seasonal dishes that are perfect for the chilly autumn days!
Our autumn fun continues with a fun gluten free event right here in Atlanta!
On October 22, make sure to attend the Atlanta Gluten Intolerance Group’s Gluten Free Vendor Fair! I"ll be demonstrating how to make two of my favorite raw foods recipes, so if you're there, be sure to stop by and say "hello"! I'd love to meet you in person!
Our autumn fun continues with a fun gluten free event right here in Atlanta!
On October 22, make sure to attend the Atlanta Gluten Intolerance Group’s Gluten Free Vendor Fair! I"ll be demonstrating how to make two of my favorite raw foods recipes, so if you're there, be sure to stop by and say "hello"! I'd love to meet you in person!
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Thank you for visiting! No matter what your food allergy or health goals are, know what I’m doing here at GlutenFreeGigi.com is for YOU because I understand what being on a special diet means!
Have a look around, get comfortable, and come back often to check out new information and recipes each Tuesday and Thursday. Leave a comment below or get your special diet and food allergy questions answered by sending me an email at mailbox (at) glutefreegigi (dot) com. I’ll always get back to you!
I’m glad we’re sharing the journey!
xo,
Gluten Free Gigi
Have a look around, get comfortable, and come back often to check out new information and recipes each Tuesday and Thursday. Leave a comment below or get your special diet and food allergy questions answered by sending me an email at mailbox (at) glutefreegigi (dot) com. I’ll always get back to you!
I’m glad we’re sharing the journey!
xo,
Gluten Free Gigi
Don’t take my word for it... Check my sources!
Murray, J. (1999). The widening spectrum of celiac disease. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 69(3), 354-365.
Fujioka, K., Greenway, F., Sheard, J. and Ying, Y. (2006). The effects of grapefruit on weight and insulin resistance: Relationship to the metabolic syndrome. Journal of Medicinal Food, 9(1), 49-54.
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