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        Ariana Grande Looks Leggy in Leotard: 10 Things to Know About Her “Wicked” Vegan Diet
    Here is how the singer fuels up for performances.
By Leah GrothDec 05, 2024
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Ariana Grande is looking leggy in her leotard while dancing with her Wicked costar, Cynthia Erivo. In a new social media post the singer actress shows off her strong legs while rehearsing behind-the-scenes for the holiday blockbuster film. How does the singer-slash-actress keep herself fueled up for performances? Here is everything you need to know about her diet.
She Is Vegan
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Ariana decided to adopt a meat-free lifestyle in 2013 after watching the documentary Forks Over Knives. "I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding," she told The Mirror. "But I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole-food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-round happier person.”
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She Quit Eating Junk Food
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Ariana often gets accused of having an eating disorder. However, she maintains that she majorly slimmed down when she quit eating processed foods. "The reason why I lost so much weight as I did is because I used to live on junk food," Ariana confessed in a Tumblr post (per E! Online). "So I drastically changed my eating habits, started exercising daily, and I'm all around a healthier me."
She Eats Organic
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You also won’t find Ariana eating foods with chemicals in preservatives in them. She revealed to The Mirror that she has abided by an organic diet her entire life. "I've eaten organically since I was little,” she said.
Her Diet Is Produce-Centric
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Because she is vegan, Ariana’s diet involves tons of produce. “It is tricky dining out, but I just stick to what I know–veggies, fruit, and salad–then, when I get home, I’ll have something else," she told The Mirror.
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She Eats Berries Daily
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Ariana is a big fan of berries. "I've had at least five strawberries a day since I can remember. They're my favorite food!" she revealed in one tweet. Why should you consider adding berries to your diet? Not only are they packed with antioxidants and have very few calories, they are a great way to satiate your sweet tooth.
She Also Eats Nuts
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She also snacks on almonds and cashews. "They make great healthy snacks to keep me energized throughout my day!" she told Shape. Nuts, while high in calories, are packed with good fats and will help keep you full.
Japanese Is Her Favorite Cuisine
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While she is from an Italian family, her vegan diet makes it hard to indulge. According to her trainer Harley Pasternak, Japanese is now her go-to cuisine. "She loves daikon, lotus, adzuki beans—almost like a macrobiotic Japanese [diet]," he told Glamour in 2015.
Her Family Tries to Get Her to Eat Meat
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While she will indulge in plant-based meatballs, Ariana claims her family is constantly trying to get her to indulge. “I don’t think they forget; I think they don’t want to remember,” she joked on the Hot Ones podcast about her family offering her non-vegan Italian food. 'My nonna always offers me meatballs and I'm like ‘No, thank you, I’m still plant-based.’”
She Loves Smoothies
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Pasternak told Popsugar in 2017 that the singer is a fan of his smoothies. “She makes a lot of my smoothies,” he said. “So for the body-reset smoothies, she’ll make the white smoothie, red smoothie, and green smoothie.”
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She Hydrates
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Ariana also prioritizes hydration. In addition to drinking lots of water, she is obsessed with coconut water. “I always have a bottle next to me,” she told Shape. According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine men should drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day and women about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
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Ariana Grande is looking leggy in her leotard while dancing with her Wicked costar, Cynthia Erivo. In a new social media post the singer actress shows off her strong legs while rehearsing behind-the-scenes for the holiday blockbuster film. How does the singer-slash-actress keep herself fueled up for performances? Here is everything you need to know about her diet.
She Is Vegan
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Ariana decided to adopt a meat-free lifestyle in 2013 after watching the documentary Forks Over Knives. "I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding," she told The Mirror. "But I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole-food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-round happier person.”
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She Quit Eating Junk Food
See on Instagram
Ariana often gets accused of having an eating disorder. However, she maintains that she majorly slimmed down when she quit eating processed foods. "The reason why I lost so much weight as I did is because I used to live on junk food," Ariana confessed in a Tumblr post (per E! Online). "So I drastically changed my eating habits, started exercising daily, and I'm all around a healthier me."
She Eats Organic
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You also won’t find Ariana eating foods with chemicals in preservatives in them. She revealed to The Mirror that she has abided by an organic diet her entire life. "I've eaten organically since I was little,” she said.
Her Diet Is Produce-Centric
See on Instagram
Because she is vegan, Ariana’s diet involves tons of produce. “It is tricky dining out, but I just stick to what I know–veggies, fruit, and salad–then, when I get home, I’ll have something else," she told The Mirror.
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She Eats Berries Daily
See on Instagram
Ariana is a big fan of berries. "I've had at least five strawberries a day since I can remember. They're my favorite food!" she revealed in one tweet. Why should you consider adding berries to your diet? Not only are they packed with antioxidants and have very few calories, they are a great way to satiate your sweet tooth.
She Also Eats Nuts
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She also snacks on almonds and cashews. "They make great healthy snacks to keep me energized throughout my day!" she told Shape. Nuts, while high in calories, are packed with good fats and will help keep you full.
Japanese Is Her Favorite Cuisine
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While she is from an Italian family, her vegan diet makes it hard to indulge. According to her trainer Harley Pasternak, Japanese is now her go-to cuisine. "She loves daikon, lotus, adzuki beans—almost like a macrobiotic Japanese [diet]," he told Glamour in 2015.
Her Family Tries to Get Her to Eat Meat
See on Instagram
While she will indulge in plant-based meatballs, Ariana claims her family is constantly trying to get her to indulge. “I don’t think they forget; I think they don’t want to remember,” she joked on the Hot Ones podcast about her family offering her non-vegan Italian food. 'My nonna always offers me meatballs and I'm like ‘No, thank you, I’m still plant-based.’”
She Loves Smoothies
See on Instagram
Pasternak told Popsugar in 2017 that the singer is a fan of his smoothies. “She makes a lot of my smoothies,” he said. “So for the body-reset smoothies, she’ll make the white smoothie, red smoothie, and green smoothie.”
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She Hydrates
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Meghan Trainor is flaunting her washboard abs on the I Heart Jingle Ball tour. In a new social media post the mother-of-two shows off her moves – and her seriously slimmed down figure – in a two-piece Mrs. Clause inspired look, wowwing her fans. How did the singer get in her best shape after welcoming her second child in January 2023? Here are 10 things we know about her diet and exercise routine.
Her Kids Are Her Fitspiration
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Meghan is motivated by being a mother. "I think when you have a kid, you just realize, 'Wow, life is beautiful and precious. I want to be the best for my kid.' I've never been more motivated," she told Parents. "I look at Riley and think, 'I'm going to do anything I can to live forever.’"
She Lost One Pound Per Week
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According to Meghan, slow and steady wins the weight loss race. She told People that she lost weight “the healthy way, the long way, the one pound a week way,” she said. “And it's a proud accomplishment that I never thought I could ever do.”
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She Pays Attention to Portion Size
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While she hasn’t divulged specific details about what she eats, Meghan has said that she eats as healthy as possible and understands the importance of eating in moderation. "I learned that I do like healthy food, and I learned what portions mean," she told Entertainment Tonight Canada.
Daily Exercise
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She Got Strong for Her Tour
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Strength Training
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She Doesn’t Focus on Numbers
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She Has Dabbled in the Paleo Diet
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A few years back, Meghan told HollywoodLife that she was following the caveman style diet. “I’m working out! I’m trying to be healthy. I eat all Paleo and I learned smaller portions,” she said.
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She Doesn’t Weight Herself
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“I can’t get on that scale,” Meghan told Hollywood Life. “It’s like — you gain muscle weight and you’re like, ‘what’s going on?.’ So [I’m] just living life. I’m just trying to be happy and eating healthy foods. I know when I eat something bad I have a horrible stomach ache and it’s just poison. I can’t eat stuff like this!”
She Does Workout DVDs
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She Does Pilates
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When describing her day to Flaunt, Lohan reveals that her mornings in Dubai, where she lives with her husband and son, involve a certain workout. “I do anything that anyone else does in their daily life. I’m up with my son in the mornings, I do breakfast with him, go to my pilates, come home for lunch, and go to the park, the same things that any normal mom would do in their daily life,” she says.
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She Likes Starbucks Green Tea
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She Snacks
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Lindsay carefully curates what she is exposed to online, avoiding fashion for the most part. “My stuff is positive manifestations and baby foods,” she told Bustle. She likes to be surrounded by “positive people,” she added. “People, places and things I’m a big believer in, and that definitely has shaped more of who I am today.”
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She Exercises for Mental Health
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Lindsay focuses on the mental health aspects of working out. “People forget about that part of it and will often just focus on the physical benefits. But when you work out, you're also getting endorphins that make you feel good, you sleep better, and you don't seem to stress out as much. I also like the idea that when you work out, you're taking time for yourself. It's self-care,” she told Health.
She Runs
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Having “a routine” is key when it comes to exercise, she says. “That's really important to me. I work out three or four days a week. I'm not an outdoor runner, but I love the treadmill. I'll just put my headphones on, put the treadmill on an incline, and alternate between speed walking, jogging, and sprinting,” she told Health.
She Focuses on “Balance” with Her Diet
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What is her diet? “I try to focus on balance. I love cooking and looking at recipes, so that's something that helps me incorporate healthy foods. And I don't have a sweet tooth. Sometimes I do crave fast food. When I do, I'll go for a kids' meal—that's my trick. My fiancé and siblings all make fun of me for it. I really only do that once in a blue moon. Again, it's about balancing those things with lots of other healthy, nutritious options,” she told Health.
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She Meditates Daily
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She also gets her zen on. “I meditate daily. Once a day, I take 10 to 15 minutes, and I do some breathing work paired with some spiritual prayers. It gives me time to focus,” she told Health. “I will actually go into the bathroom to meditate. I turn on the shower and leave it running while I do it. It may sound weird, but the sound of the water calms me—it's cozy and feels like no one can bother you.” And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
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        Brianna Joye in Exercise Set Reveals 3 Moves to Shape Your Arms and Waistline
    
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Workouts don’t have to be complicated to be effective, and they don’t have to be long. Brianna Joye is a fitness trainer and the founder of City Girls Who Walk, who has a following of over 1.1 million people on Instagram. She is famous for sharing her realistic workouts that help people get into shape fast. One of her recent videos promises a full upper body and torso workout in just a few exercises. “3 moves to sculpt your arms & waistline,” she writes in the video, adding in the caption that her “fav exercises” will help you get a “strong core.” Here is what you need to know about the workout – and everything else about Brianna’s approach to fitness and diet. 
3 Moves to Shape Your Arms and Waistline
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She suggests doing three rounds of the exercises. 
Plank pull through x 12
Wood chopper x 12 (Don’t forget to do the other side, she reminds)
Russian twist x 12
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Brianna reveals what she eats in a day in a TikTok video. For breakfast, she eats sliced bananas and a spoonful of peanut butter. Next up a snack of greek yogurt, walnuts, honey and berries, followed up by a Koia protein shake. For lunch she has a spicy chicken caesar lettuce wrap, and dinner, a harvest bowl with sliced chicken, broccoli, sweet potato, and avocado topped with hot honey. And dessert? A donut! 
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Brianna runs on the treadmill. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say. 
She Drinks This “Debloating” Green Juicebriannajoye_fitness/Instagram
In an Instagram video Brianna revealed her recipe for a “debloating” green drink. The “best green juice recipe” starts with a cup of pineapple. “We're doing two lemons, just a couple pieces of ginger, a couple pieces of celery, and one whole cucumber. We're just going to put it all in one handful of organic spinach, and then we are using some coconut water (“for some added electrolytes”) but you can also use water. Then, you blend the mixture. “Once it's blended, you're just going to pour it into a bowl, and then you want a strainer on top of it. I'm just using a cheesecloth. Then you're just going to lift, so all the pulp gets out of it and we're just going to squeeze,” she says. 
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Another habit of Brianna’s is making healthier versions of her favorite foods. For example, she has shared recipes for “healthier hot Cheetos,” pasta chips, and Big Mac low-carb, high protein taco burgers. 
💪🔥Body Booster: If you don’t have a lot of time to invest in exercise, try doing mini workouts – like Brianna’s – a few times a day. 
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        10 Down-to-Earth Ways Podcast Queen Kylie Kelce Stays in Shape
    
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This month, Kylie Kelce dropped her first episode of Not Gonna Lie, her Spotify podcast, and it soared to the top of the charts. While she happens to be married to former NFL star Jason Kelce, the reason why people adore the mother of three (soon to be 4!) is that she is totally laid back, real, and relatable. And her approach to diet, fitness, and self-care is definitely on-brand. Body Network has a lowdown of 10 down-to-earth ways in which Kylie Kelce stays in shape.
She Indulges in Fries, Tomato Pie, and Cheesesteaks
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A Philly girl born and bred, Kylie indulges in the local cuisine – especially at Lincoln Financial Field. “My go-to in the stadium is probably [Chickie’s and Pete’s] Crabfries. Or the braided pretzels, they're so good,” she told Eating Well. “At home, I would say probably a tomato pie, and if you want to get more specific, a Carlino's tomato pie—big fan. But then the best way to balance out all of the salty snacks is having a couple Lindor truffles. I think the best thing about this sort of idea of adding them to your game-day spread is that all of the snacks you talk about for game day are usually salty or savory, so to add in a little pop of chocolaty bliss is perfection,” she dished. As for her cheesesteak order? “I always go extra American cheese, fried onions. I love when it's chock-full of cheese. I will say I'm a Dalessandro’s girl, but I recognize that if you're going to someone’s favorite spot, you're going to get an outstanding cheesesteak. It's funny to me how each neighborhood gravitates towards a specific spot,” she said.
She Walks in the Morning
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Kelce does a little “mom shutdown” in the morning, having her babysitter come early. “Then I actually go and walk for quite some distance just to clear my head. Sometimes, I'll answer emails while I'm walking. It's a really good way to sort of take a step back. It gives you perspective and you can get some energy out, you can clear your head, get some fresh air and do it without children because I think that sometimes that plays into your health and well-being to take that time for yourself. I also think that it's a good example for our girls that I'm going out to exercise and making sure that activity is part of our day. Once it gets warmer, we'll go on long walks together where we'll go find a leaf of this color or a big stick and a medium stick, we do that sort of stuff. But right now the idea of packing all of the toddlers up and wrapping them in a million layers, it's just, it is not it,” she told Eating Well.
Everything in Moderation
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When asked about her definition of healthy eating she responded that eating well is balanced. “I like to live by the idea of everything in moderation. I don't love the idea of cutting anything out wholeheartedly unless your dietary restrictions require that. I just think that if you want a doughnut, you should have a doughnut,” she said.
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She Eats Veggies Every Meal
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Kylie does have on eating hack. “I make it a point to have vegetables in almost every meal, but that's because I enjoy them and mostly have found ways to enjoy them. If I want to have something that might be deemed as unhealthy, I have it within moderation so that I can still enjoy it,” she said.
She Prioritizes Hydration
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Hydration is also important. Kylie told Eating Well that she is trying “her very best to drink more water.” According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.
She Fuels Up with Protein in the Morning
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Kylie starts the day off by fueling up with protein. “I’m a huge Good Culture cottage cheese person. It’s funny because there’s this whole trend of people obsessed with cottage cheese now. Sometimes, I’ll throw some mandarin oranges in there, but I don’t need to make it complicated. I’m not trying to make ice cream out of this, I just want to eat cottage cheese and try to get some protein in my breakfast,” she told Well + Good.
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She Drinks Coffee
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Kylie is a coffee drinker. “I love Dunkin'. Specifically, they brought back their butter pecan flavor, and it has this chokehold on me that I can’t get out of—it is unreal. I go iced, and I’m one of those people who will have iced coffee until there’s snow on the ground,” she revealed.
She Loves Her Peloton Tread+
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You can also find Kylie on the treadmill. “I am also a big Peloton fan. We recently got the Peloton Tread+. I've always found that treadmills are very hard on my joints and hurt my knees. The Peloton Tread+ has such a nice give to it. It's also quiet, so I can do it while the kids are sleeping or doing something upstairs,” she told Elite Daily.
She Enjoys Fitness Classes
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Kylie might be in one of your Peloton classes. “I also like the structure of classes. Being an athlete my whole life, I would show up to practice and coaches would tell me what to do. Once I left, my ADHD kicked in, so the Peloton classes are super helpful. I have the app on my phone if I want to do Pilates or yoga,” she told Elite Daily.
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While Kylie has “lifted a couple of times” with Jason, she usually hits the gym without him. “If we're both home, one of us will go work out in the gym, and the other person will be with kids. We have to tag the team. We often ship passing in the night when it comes to working out.
Also, I don't know that I would want to lift with him frequently. That's usually his choice of workout. He's such a stickler about technique. I don't know that I want to be critiqued by someone who professionally lifted for many, many years,” she said. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
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        Obesity doc warns against Ozempic microdosing
    

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“Microdosing” is a catchy term that is progressively being used by influencers and mainstream media. The overall concept is that lowering a dose of something – ranging from mushrooms to pharmaceutical drugs – somehow makes it healthier and more acceptable. Recently, people have even been discussing microdosing GLP-1 drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. However, according to one doctor, this isn’t a good idea. Dr. Dan Burton (@theofficialdrdan) is a “pharmacist by training and an expert in obesity management and medicine.” In a new YouTube video, he discusses the trend and reveals exactly why you should avoid it. 

            
                There Are Lots of Mixed Messages About Weight Loss Drugs
            
            
        He starts off by explaining that there are a lot of mixed messages surrounding weight loss drugs. “A number of influencers and alternative clinicians first came out and said, Ozempic and Wegovy are dangerous. Then they started marketing various supplements of their own that naturally increased GLP-1 and are actually better than Ozempic and Wegovy. And now some of them have pivoted and are starting to say that, ‘Oh, you know what? You should actually only microdose Ozempic and Wegovy because that means it's, it's safer for you.’” He notes that the “opinions and marketing tactics” have “changed over time as we've got more and more wallets involved.”
RELATED:20 Things You Need to Know About Ozempic and Weight Loss

            
                The Drugs Mimic the GLP-1 Hormone Naturally Produced by the Body
            
            
        ShutterstockHe continues to explain how the drugs work. “Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy and so on are medications that mimic the GLP-1 hormone that is naturally produced by our body. GLP-1 naturally helps to regulate our blood sugars as well as our appetite and satiety feelings,” he said. While they have been “revolutionary not only for obesity management but also diabetes management”, there is a “subset of individuals on the internet that will come out ringing the alarm bells to say otherwise.”

            
                Some People Want to Say the Drugs Are “Dangerous” and “Unnatural” and Are Marketing Their Own Alternatives
            
            
        ShutterstockSome of them have “quickly labeled these medications as being dangerous, unnatural, and started marketing and pushing their own natural safer supplements,” he says. “But that really didn't last too long because these medications, Ozempic and Wegovy have been shown to be so effective that the supplements just don't even touch them in terms of the results and benefits that could be had. In fact, some of the supplements don't do anything at all.”
RELATED:20 Possible Ozempic Side Effects

            
                And Now, Some Are Recommending Microdosing
            
            
        Shutterstock“Now some of them are pivoting and moving away from this,” he said. Enter microdosing, the concept of using just a little bit of the weight loss drug. “So what exactly is being sold? What is this microdosing of Ozempic actually mean?” he asks. He reveals that the usual starting dose of these drugs is 0.25 milligrams once a week. “What these alternative clinicians and such are saying is to take a dose that's much, much lower than that, but it's still the exact same medication just at a lower dose. It's not at a microdose, just a lower dose than what we usually use.”

            
                While It Sounds “Safer and Fluffy” There Is No Science Backing It
            
            
        ShutterstockThe smaller dose is “being branded in a different way to make it sound that it's safer and fluffy and everyone's gonna be happy. So it's not a healthier alternative, it's it's just a dosage adjustment. And there's nothing scientifically special about a micro dose. There is no data insights or anything like that that demonstrates the efficacy or better acceptability in that sort of thing of smaller doses,” he says. 

            
                Everybody Needs a Different Dose
            
            
        ShutterstockHe explains that because everybody’s body is different, it’s important to work with your own clinician to determine the proper dose. “Some people are going to get a great response at a very low dose, and it could be less than 0.25 milligrams or whatever the usual starting dose is,” he says. “Some people are gonna need a much higher dose to get a response and get the efficacy that we're trying to get out of the medication. And spoiler alert, that's because everybody is different.”
RELATED:What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Taking Ozempic

            
                You Want It to Be Effective Without Side Effects
            
            
        Shutterstock“Ultimately, these medications have gotten so powerful that we want to figure out what's going to work for you so that we get the balance of the benefit of the medication, but it's not causing you to have horrible, terrible side effects that you can't tolerate and are ruining your life. And unfortunately for some people, they just can't tolerate the medication at all.”

            
                He Says That Microdosing Ozempic Is Just “Marketing Fluff”
            
            
        Shutterstock“So microdosing as a concept sounds really fancy and such like that, but it's actually just marketing fluff. And really we should be using these medications with your healthcare team and various other resources that help you with lifestyle changes in management to find the dosage, the plan, and the thing that works for you,” he continues, adding that it’s “dicey” when “influencers and alternative clinicians who don't have any expertise with the actual medications or how to properly monitor individuals that are on these medications” start promoting their specific microdosing protocol or coaching program.

            
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In conclusion, if you have been prescribed a weight loss drug, “you can skip the microdosing consultation with some alternative clinician. You just need to continue working with your healthcare team and provider in order to find the dose and such that works for you as well,” he says. 
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                While They Might Lower Doses, It Needs to Be Up to an Expert
            
            
        Shutterstock“And yes, as a caveat, we may use lower doses or adjust things as someone gets to their maintenance weight,” he adds. “It might end up being a very low dose of one of these medications. But again, it should be done by clinicians that have the expertise and knowledge to properly monitor and dose adjust things for you.” And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss20 Incredible Ozempic Success Stories of All Time.
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        Here's How to Drop 25 Pounds by Spring Break
    

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Do you want to shape up for Spring Break? Now is the time to get started. Christine Stines is a fat loss coach who helps “women balance blood sugar & burn fat with the help of natural supplements and fat loss plan,” she writes in her Instagram bio. In a new post, she reveals what to do if you want to be feeling confident in a swimsuit in a few months. “If I wanted to drop 25 pounds so I could rock my bikini by spring break (without weighing spinach), this is exactly what I would do,” she writes. 

            
                You Don’t Have to Track “Every Bite of Food”
            
            
        
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“Here’s exactly what I’d do to lose 25 pounds by spring break without tracking every bite of food,’ she continues in the post. “First, realize weight loss for women is more than ‘eat less, move more.’ If that worked, it would’ve by now! Fat burning is all about blood sugar balance. Here’s what I’d do.”

            
                Cut Out Sugar and Processed Foods
            
            
        
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The first thing she recommends doing is cutting out sugar and processed foods. “This is crucial for balancing hormones,” she says. 
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                Load Up on Protein and Fiber
            
            
        
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Next, she recommends loading up on protein and fiber. “Key for blood sugar balance and feeling full! Aim for 0.8-1g of protein per pound of body weight and 25g of fiber daily,” she says. According to clinical trials, consuming more protein than the recommended dietary allowance not only reduces body weight (BW), but also enhances body composition by decreasing fat mass while preserving fat-free mass (FFM) in both low-calorie and standard-calorie diets.

            
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Her third habit? ACV before meals. “Apple cider vinegar helps regulate blood sugar, slows digestion, and may reduce calorie intake,” she says. There is limited research that ACV may help to reduce high cholesterol and regulate blood glucose levels. However, it may damage the teeth or throat due to the acidity of the mixture. The best way to take it is by mixing one tbsp of ACV with water and drinking it through a straw. 

            
                Walk After Meals
            
            
        
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Go for a walk after meals. “A brisk stroll within 30 minutes of eating lowers blood sugar and cortisol,” she writes. 
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                Limit Alcohol
            
            
        
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She also discourages drinking your calories. “Limit alcohol,” she says. “Skip or reduce it for 6 weeks.”

            
                Stop Eating 3 Hours Before Bed
            
            
        
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When it comes to food, stop eating three hours before bed. “Late eating, especially carbs, promotes fat storage and impacts sleep,” she says. 

            
                Get Enough Sleep
            
            
        
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Her final tip? Sleep seven to eight hours a night. “Just one extra hour can lead to consuming 162 fewer calories daily!” she says. What are the health benefits of sleep? According to the Sleep Foundation, getting enough z’s is a mood booster, promotes heart health, regulates blood sugar, improves mental function, restores your immune system, helps relieve stress, and aids in weight loss. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.
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        He Lost 100 Lbs Eating These 50 Low-Calorie Foods
    

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The age-old weight loss dilemma: How do you satisfy your hunger while cutting calories? Weight loss coach Dusty Young, who shed 100 pounds on his own journey, has cracked the code with a revolutionary approach that's taking social media by storm. The self-described "recovering fat kid" has compiled a game-changing list of 50 nearly zero-calorie foods that could transform your weight loss journey – and the best part? You can eat them virtually guilt-free.
"The math of weight loss is simple: you need to consume fewer calories than you burn," Young explains in his post. "But that doesn't mean you have to go hungry." His viral posts reveal a strategic approach to weight management that focuses on low-calorie, high-volume foods that keep you satisfied while maintaining a caloric deficit.
Young's method isn't just about what to eat – it's about how to eat smart. He advocates for loading up on nutrient-rich, filling foods that won't derail your calorie goals. His three-pronged strategy includes using these foods to bulk up meals, snacking on them between meals to manage hunger, and combining them with protein for lasting satiety.
Ready to transform your weight loss journey? Keep reading to discover all 50 zero-calorie foods (sorted by calories per 100g) that could change the way you think about dieting forever. Your path to sustainable weight loss starts here.
50.Cottage cheese (fat-free): 48 calories
            
            
        
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Packed with protein and calcium, fat-free cottage cheese supports muscle maintenance and bone health. It's a creamy, satisfying addition to meals—spread it on toast, mix it into smoothies, or pair it with fruit for a balanced snack.
49.White fish (like cod): 48 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockLean, high in protein, and low in calories, white fish like cod helps build muscle while keeping you full. Try it grilled with lemon and herbs for a light but flavorful meal.
48.Cranberries (fresh): 46 calories
            
            
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These tart little berries are loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C, great for immune support. Toss them into oatmeal, blend them into smoothies, or add them to a salad for a refreshing zing.
47.Raspberries: 45 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockWith a high fiber content and natural sweetness, raspberries keep digestion in check while satisfying sugar cravings. Sprinkle them on yogurt or enjoy a handful as a low-calorie snack.
46.Blueberries: 45 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockKnown for their brain-boosting antioxidants, blueberries are also packed with vitamin C. Eat them fresh, frozen, or blended into a protein shake for an easy nutrition boost.
45.Edamame (boiled): 44 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA plant-based protein powerhouse, edamame is rich in fiber and essential nutrients. Snack on them with a pinch of sea salt or toss them into salads for extra protein.
44.Brussels sprouts: 43 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockThese mini cabbages are loaded with fiber, vitamin K, and antioxidants that support digestion and overall health. Roast them with olive oil for a crispy, caramelized side dish.
43.Blackberries: 43 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA fiber-rich berry packed with vitamin C, blackberries help with digestion and immune function. They taste great in smoothies, yogurt, or straight out of the container.
42.Papaya: 43 calories
            
            
        ​PapayaShutterstockThis tropical fruit is full of vitamin C and digestive enzymes that support gut health. Enjoy it fresh, blended into a smoothie, or sprinkled with a dash of lime juice.
41.Sugar snap peas: 42 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockCrunchy, naturally sweet, and full of vitamin C, sugar snap peas make the perfect guilt-free snack. Eat them raw or toss them into stir-fries for extra texture.
40.Grapefruit: 42 calories
            
            
        ​GrapefruitShutterstockLoaded with vitamin C and hydration-boosting properties, grapefruit is known for supporting metabolism. Eat half a grapefruit in the morning for a refreshing start to the day.
39.Carrots: 41 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA top source of beta-carotene, carrots support eye health and provide natural sweetness. Munch on them raw with hummus or roast them for a delicious side.
38.Miso soup: 40 calories
            
            
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Fermented miso paste gives this soup gut-friendly probiotics while keeping calories low. Sip on it as a light starter to curb hunger before meals.
37.Honeydew melon: 36 calories
            
            
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High in water and vitamin C, honeydew is a refreshing way to stay hydrated. Enjoy chilled cubes as a snack or blend it into a smoothie for a cooling treat.
36.Kale: 35 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockThis leafy green is packed with vitamins A, C, and K, plus antioxidants for overall health. Add it to salads, blend it into smoothies, or bake it into crispy kale chips.
35.Pumpkin puree: 35 calories
            
            
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Low in calories but high in fiber and beta-carotene, pumpkin puree is great for digestion and eye health. Stir it into oatmeal, yogurt, or soups for a seasonal boost.
34.Broccoli: 34 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA nutrient-dense veggie, broccoli is rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Steam it, roast it, or toss it into stir-fries for a satisfying crunch.
33.Cantaloupe: 34 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockThis juicy melon delivers vitamins A and C while keeping you hydrated. Eat it as a snack or add it to a fruit salad for natural sweetness.
32.Okra: 33 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA unique veggie with gut-friendly fiber, okra supports digestion and heart health. Sauté it, add it to soups, or try it roasted for a crispy treat.
31.Strawberries: 32 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockLow in calories but high in vitamin C and antioxidants, strawberries are a deliciously healthy treat. Slice them over oatmeal, yogurt, or eat them on their own for a naturally sweet snack.
30.Green Beans: 31 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA fiber-rich veggie packed with vitamins C and K, green beans support digestion and bone health. Enjoy them steamed, sautéed, or roasted for a low-calorie side dish.
29.Leeks: 31 calories
            
            
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Mildly sweet and loaded with prebiotics, leeks support gut health and digestion. Use them in soups, stir-fries, or roasted with a drizzle of olive oil.
28.Watermelon: 30 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockWith over 90% water content, watermelon keeps you hydrated while delivering a dose of vitamin C. Enjoy fresh slices on hot days or blend it into a refreshing drink.
27.Red Peppers: 27-30 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockRed bell peppers are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, supporting skin and immune health. Eat them raw with hummus, roast them for a smoky flavor, or add to stir-fries.
26.Turnips: 28 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA low-calorie root vegetable rich in fiber and vitamin C, turnips help digestion and immunity. Roast them like potatoes, mash them, or slice them into soups.
25.Banana Peppers: 27 calories
            
            
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Mildly spicy and tangy, banana peppers are loaded with vitamin C and add a zesty kick to meals. Use them in salads, sandwiches, or as a crunchy snack.
24.Eggplant: 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockFull of fiber and antioxidants, eggplant is a heart-healthy, versatile veggie. Grill it, roast it, or use it in low-calorie pasta dishes for extra texture.
23.Cabbage (Green): 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA crunchy, fiber-packed vegetable that supports digestion and heart health. Shred it for slaws, stir-fry it, or add it to soups for a nutrient boost.
22.Cauliflower: 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA low-calorie alternative to starchy carbs, cauliflower is high in fiber and vitamin C. Roast it, mash it like potatoes, or blend into a creamy soup.
21.Cauliflower Rice: 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA great low-carb swap for regular rice, cauliflower rice is packed with fiber and nutrients. Sauté it with garlic and herbs for a light, flavorful side dish.
20.Arugula: 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockThis peppery green is rich in antioxidants and vitamin K, supporting bone and heart health. Toss it into salads, add it to sandwiches, or mix it into pasta dishes.
19.Salsa (fresh): 25 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockMade from fresh tomatoes, onions, and peppers, salsa is low in calories but big on flavor. Spoon it over grilled chicken, eggs, or salads for a tangy kick.
18.Water Chestnuts: 24 calories
            
            
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These crunchy, water-filled veggies are low in calories and high in antioxidants. Add them to stir-fries, salads, or soups for extra texture.
17.Radicchio: 23 calories
            
            
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A slightly bitter leafy vegetable, radicchio is full of fiber and antioxidants that aid digestion. Grill it, toss it into salads, or pair it with balsamic for a delicious contrast.
16.Spinach: 23 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockPacked with iron, fiber, and vitamins A and C, spinach supports overall health. Add it to smoothies, salads, or omelets for a nutrient boost.
15.Spinach (cooked): 23 calories
            
            
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Cooking spinach enhances its iron absorption while keeping it low in calories. Sauté it with garlic, toss it into soups, or mix it into pasta dishes for a nutritious touch.
14.Mushrooms: 22 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockLow in calories but high in flavor, mushrooms provide important minerals like selenium and potassium. Sauté them, toss them into soups, or use them as a meat substitute in burgers and stir-fries.
13.Asparagus: 20 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA natural diuretic, asparagus helps reduce bloating while delivering vitamins A, C, and K. Roast it with olive oil, steam it, or chop it into salads for a fresh crunch.
12.Bell Peppers: 20 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockLoaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, bell peppers support immune health while adding natural sweetness to meals. Enjoy them raw, roasted, or stuffed with lean protein for a satisfying dish.
11.Sauerkraut: 19 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockFermented and full of probiotics, sauerkraut supports gut health and digestion. Add it to sandwiches, salads, or eat it as a tangy side dish.
10.Tomato: 18 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockRich in lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart health, tomatoes are both nutritious and hydrating. Eat them fresh in salads, blend them into sauces, or snack on cherry tomatoes.
9.Zucchini: 17 calories
            
            
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A versatile, fiber-rich veggie that’s great for digestion, zucchini is perfect for low-carb meals. Spiralize it into zoodles, roast it, or add it to stir-fries.
8.Celery: 16 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockMostly water but packed with fiber, celery keeps you hydrated and full. Dip it in hummus, add it to soups, or enjoy it as a crunchy snack.
7.Radish: 16 calories
            
            
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A peppery, crunchy veggie with detoxifying properties, radishes support digestion and hydration. Slice them into salads, eat them raw, or pickle them for extra flavor.
6.Kimchi: 15 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockThis spicy, fermented Korean dish is packed with probiotics that promote gut health. Enjoy it as a side dish, mix it into stir-fries, or top off your favorite grain bowl.
5.Broth (chicken or vegetable): 15 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockA low-calorie way to add flavor, broth is rich in minerals and helps with hydration. Use it as a base for soups, stews, or sip it warm as a light, savory snack.
4.Lettuce (Iceberg): 14 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockCrisp and refreshing, iceberg lettuce is mostly water but still provides fiber and hydration. Use it as a base for salads, in wraps, or as a crunchy burger topping.
3.Cucumber: 12 calories
            
            
        ShutterstockWith high water content and a refreshing crunch, cucumbers help with hydration and digestion. Slice them into salads, infuse them in water, or snack on them plain.
2.Dill Pickles: 12 calories
            
            
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Tangy and satisfying, dill pickles add a crunchy, salty kick without many calories. Enjoy them as a snack, chop them into salads, or add them to sandwiches.
1.Sugar-free Jello: 11 calories
            
            
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A light, guilt-free dessert, sugar-free Jello satisfies your sweet tooth with almost no calories. Enjoy it on its own or mix it with fruit for extra flavor and texture. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
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