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If you could eat your way to a slimmer you would you do it? Doctors discovered the amazing power of the omega 3 diet where you can do just that. It's surprisingly simple to follow. In the next four weeks, you can drop pounds by eating delicious meals that include plenty of omega 3 fatty acids. Studies show adding enough of these essential fats may help you lose weight without radically changing your lifestyle. In fact, at least one study shows people who made no dietary changes but add a fish oil supplement to their daily regimen dropped an average of 5 pounds over a period of 3 weeks. Others who added exercise did even better. If you want to ramp up your weight loss and watch the pounds melt away over the next four weeks, you can change up your diet to include more omega 3 packed foods. Week 1: Eat fish for two meals during the week. Wild caught salmon drizzled with olive oil with a side of butternut squash will leave you feeling satisfied and help to slim you down. According to the National Institute of Health, these foods are rich in those essential fatty acids (EFA's). Researchers think they speed up your blood flow and thereby your metabolism so you burn more calories faster. Week 2: Enjoy a meal of broiled scallops and shrimp sprinkled with oregano. Another meal can be a seared tuna steak on a bed of greens. You can add flaxseeds and walnuts to oatmeal and baked potatoes. If you typically eat fast food or other fried foods more than twice a week, cut out one of those unhealthy meals and substitute fish broiled, sautéed or baked instead. Unlike beef, fish is lean protein making it a healthier choice. Week 3: Choose from mackerel, cod or catfish and sauté with olive oil and oregano. Add steamed kale for some healthy greens and couscous for a quick side. This week, you can increase your weight loss efforts by adding some exercise to these dietary changes. Why not try a new exercise class? Zumba, yoga, cross fit or swimming can all be great options depending on your interests and fitness levels. Week 4: Continue choosing fish for 2-3 meals a week and adding in additional sources of omega 3 fats. Walnuts, flaxseeds, winter squash and kale are all terrific sources. The omega 3 diet is about incorporating more of these essential fats into your body so you'll be healthier. You probably know about the heart benefits of these essential fatty acids. Losing weight is another exciting byproduct. Author: Jennifer P. April If eating fish 2-3 times a week seems difficult, you can try fish oil supplements. There are shelves full of them at your local drugstore but all supplements aren't the same. Here's my pick for the best value. View Count: 114
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