26 Weight Loss Tips That are Actually Evidence-Based

The weight loss “industry” is full of myths.

People are being advised to do all sorts of crazy things, most of which have no evidence behind them.

Over the years, however, scientists have found a number of strategies that seem to be effective.

Here are 26 weight loss tips that are actually evidence-based.

1. Drink Water, Especially Before Meals

It is often claimed that drinking water can help with weight loss, and this is true.

Drinking water can boost metabolism by 24-30% over a period of 1-1.5 hours, helping you burn off a few more calories (1, 2).


One study showed that drinking a half liter (17 oz) of water about a half an hour before meals helped dieters eat fewer calories and lose 44% more weight (3).

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How Coconut Oil Can Help You Lose Weight

Coconut oil is the world’s most weight loss friendly fat.

It contains a unique combination of fatty acids with powerful effects on metabolism.

Several studies show that just by adding coconut oil to your diet, you can lose fat, especially the “dangerous” fat in the abdominal cavity.

Let me explain how that works…

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How to Burn Fat and Gain Muscle

Burn fat and gain muscle – it isn’t as hard as you might think.

You can train your body to burn excess calories instead of storing them as fat, and you can exercise to build up your muscles.

How to Burn Fat and Gain Muscle

1. Burn Off Excess Fat

The very first technique you need to learn in learning how to burn fat and build muscle is to train your body to burn off excess fat.

The human body is intelligent to the degree that it watches the calories coming in, and the activity burning them up. It doesn’t have any idea what future caloric intake will be, so it tends to store excess calories as fat.

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10 Best and Worst Foods for Flat Abs

No matter how much running training or how many crunches you do, if you aren't eating the right foods you'll never get to show off your hard work. 

Stock your kitchen cupboards with these foods to boost your fat burn, reduce bloating and leave you feeling slimmer to show off that six pack in no time.

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10 Daily Fitness Tips

Getting fit is on the minds of most people. However, many people are not consistent and fail in the first three months of an exercise program. But if it becomes a habit and they stick to it, something magical happens after four months. You are finally getting the results you expect and chances are you will continue with the exercise program.

Here a 10 simple tips to help you with your fitness success:

1. Get Moving. Resolve to be active in a variety of physical activities on a regular basis that will develop strength, cardiovascular capacity and flexibility.


2. Prime the Pump. Resolve to participate in physical activities that involve the large muscle groups of the body.

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6 Week Six-Pack Abs Workout

If you think (as you would have done if you hadn't already known Jillian's training style) you'll just be doing half an hour of floor work, think again. You're actually getting a whole body workout, cardio and all, with particular emphasis on the core.

For the best results do this workout 5 times per week with 2 rest days to allow your body to recover, and grow stronger.

This is a very intense plan and you should consult with your doctor before you get started.

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5 Workouts That You will Actually Enjoy

Sometimes it can be so hard trying to find the motivation to work out. You’ve ignited your passion for better health, learned ways to boost your energy and how to prepare healthy meals in under 30 minutes, but now it’s time to get moving!

This is probably by far one of the hardest lifestyle changes to make, but it’s also one of the most important, and it’s not only for those that want to lose weight.

Exercise does so much more than burn calories, although I know for a lot of you that’s a biggie. Getting your heart rate up and your blood flowing helps boost your energy and also releases chemicals into your body that improve your mood. Exercise is great for building and toning muscles, and can actually be very enjoyable.

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