By Dalal Akoury MD AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center Detoxification doctor prescribed supplements Fitness and Exercise Healthy living overweight Weight Loss Wellness Retreat Women fitness Women Health July 13, 2016

Let’s accept it; anyone planning to shed some pounds hopes that it happens quickly. The truth is, no one finds it convenient waiting for months to see the positive results. What if I tell you, that you can lose some pounds in one week? Here is how to do it.

Check out these fantastic tips on how to lose weight faster

Choose foods that help burn fat

All foods are vital for healthy living, but some will do you more harm than keeping you healthy. Take, for example, processed food. You might be fond of them, but it is time to let go. Many processed foods are known to nothing more or less than ruining your health and adding a few pounds.

For a weight loss success, you need to drop this habit. Do away with all the junk foods you’ve been taking and replace them with something much better. You need to start focussing on foods that will help burn the fats in your body by boosting your metabolisms such as vegetables and fruits, seafood, cayenne pepper, eggs and more. You also need to do away with regular cooking oils. Instead, use healthy fats such as olive oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, raw butter and more. These will help enhance your metabolism.

How much do you eat?

Even if you take the healthiest food on the planet, your weight loss won’t be a success if you can’t control how you eat. Keep in mind that calories exist in almost every food and healthy foods aren’t exempted. Focus on how much you take per meal.

Avoid over-filling your plate. The best way to achieve this is eating small portions at a time. This also goes for the snacks you love so much. You don’t have to finish a whole packet or a box. Put a small portion on a plate, eat and then add more if you need to. Remember, it isn’t wise finishing a whole packet.

Use herbal supplements

If you are looking for a safer shortcut, then herbal weight loss supplements may come in handy. Among the most effective herbal weight loss supplements include Acai berry and Hoodia Gordonii. These will enhance your metabolism by giving you fiber that will fill you up for some time.

They are also among the safest weight loss supplements you will ever come across free of side effects. If you decide to take other supplements, ensure you do a lot of research.

Take healthy fluids

Fluid is important both for your health as well as your one-week weight loss goal. Ensure that you take a lot of water throughout the day so that your body stays hydrated.

Try to avoid sugary fluids such as juices you buy from your local stores. Instead, make your own using a blender. Ensure that what you are drinking is either water, fruit or vegetable juice. These will not only help you lose your weight faster but will also provide you with antioxidants and vitamins that are vital for your overall well-being.

With these tips, you should be able to see a significant change as early as one week.