Does Caffeine Help Weight Loss?
A few weight loss studies have indicated
that for people who exercise and maintain a low-fat diet, consuming large
amounts of caffeine and other stimulants may slightly enhance weight loss.
This may seem encouraging, but read on.
Caffeine's effects on the nervous system
increases your heart rate. The amounts of caffeine used in weight-control
studies have been significant - equal to 6 cups of strong coffee daily.
However, the kick from this amount of caffeine doesn't seem to significantly
increase metabolic rate - the rate at which the body burns calories. Nor
does it result in significant loss of body fat. In some people, the large
amounts of caffeine cause jitters, irritability, insomnia and elevated
blood pressure.
Weight Loss Advice
Obesity and weight reduction is becoming
a huge health issue. Before buying any weight loss pills or enrolling
for gastrointestinal weight loss surgery, remember that long-term weight
control is based on a healthy balanced diet and regular exercise, no matter
which weight loss option you choose.
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