Choosing the Right Supplements for Weight Management

Trying to manage your weight?

Not getting the results you want?

Let’s talk about how weight management supplements may be an option. 

For some of us, managing our weight can feel like a boring and unending battle. We follow a diet religiously and perhaps even get some results, but then we go back to eating normally and … the weight creeps back on. Pretty discouraging, right?

One of the things about weight management is that it takes time. No matter what the celebrities or influencers say, there are no shortcuts to weight management. In fact, the ‘quick fix’ approach to dieting rarely produces sustainable, long-term results. 

Instead, a big part of successful weight management is eating well and exercising regularly. But there are also certain weight management supplements that can support your efforts and motivation so you continue making positive changes. 

So, how do you choose the right supplement for you? 

First, let’s check out the ingredients. 

Weight management supplements 

Fibre

You’ve probably heard that fibre is important in supporting bowel regularity and gut health. That’s true – but fibre can also play a role in supporting healthy weight. 

Fibre is a type of starch that can’t be broken down in the body. Instead, it passes through the gut undigested, providing a range of benefits along the way. 

There are two types of fibre: soluble and insoluble. 

• Soluble fibre is found in foods such as chia seeds, oats, nuts, beans, lentils, and apples. This type of fibre absorbs water in the gut, forming a gel that can help slow digestion and keep you feeling fuller for longer. Soluble fibre can also support healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
  
  
  
• Insoluble fiber - also known as roughage - is found in wholegrains such as wheat and bran, quinoa, brown rice, legumes, nuts, and the skin of fruits such as pears and apples. Insoluble fibre helps your body push food through the digestive system, supporting regular bowel function.

The important thing about both types of fibre is that they can help fill you up, which can reduce snacking during the day. The other bonus is that fibre-rich foods are usually nutrient-dense but low in calories, so they are a good choice for healthy weight management. 

SLIMFIT Appetite Reducer is a weight management product that contains a proprietary blend of dietary fibre. SLIMFAST has been clinically proven to support weight management goals by providing support to help manage hunger and food cravings.

Green Tea

Green tea is one of the world’s most-loved beverages - and no wonder! Green tea serves up a huge range of benefits, from supporting energy production to managing the body’s defences against free radicals. In many parts of Asia, green tea is used as both a beverage and a herbal remedy. So, what makes this humble plant so good?

Studies have shown that green tea contains important antioxidant compounds called polyphenols. Most of the green tea polyphenols (GTPs) are flavonols, which are also known as catechins. Catechins are also found in coffee, grapes, berries, and wine, but are highest of all in green tea. 

But what does that mean for weight management?

Well, along with its many other benefits, green tea may help to manage appetite and support a healthy metabolism. Sipping a freshly brewed cup of Red Seal Green Tea in between meals is also a healthy way to take your mind off snacking while supporting your energy levels.  

Perfect for adding to your tea stash at home or keeping on your desk at work!

Garcinia Cambogia and Green Coffee Bean

Garcinia cambogia might be a mouthful to pronounce, but the exotic-sounding fruit has had a lot of attention in recent years. Long used throughout Asia as a traditional remedy and a condiment, garcinia cambogia has been found to contain a chemical called hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which has been studied for its benefits for supporting weight management. Garcinia cambogia appears to support healthy eating habits by helping manage appetite and cravings. 

Green coffee bean is another traditional plant that has shot to fame in the supplement world. Green coffee beans are the unroasted seeds from the ‘coffee cherry’ - the fruit harvested for coffee. When raw, the coffee cherry is green in colour, and it’s been found that the beans from this unripe fruit contain a chemical called chlorogenic acid. Chlorogenic acid has been studied for supporting weight management and normal blood sugar levels. Research suggests that stable blood sugar levels can help manage cravings and overeating, which can support your journey to achieving a healthy weight. 

Garcinia cambogia and green coffee beans are two of the ingredients in Optislim Plus Garcinia Cambogia. This very popular weight management formula also contains green tea and coconut extract to support blood sugar levels and overall metabolic function. When taken alongside a healthy diet and exercise routine, Optislim can help support your weight management efforts and help keep you motivated to achieve your goals. 

What else can help with weight management? 

When it comes to achieving a healthy BMI, there’s no escaping the benefits of eating well and exercising regularly. Fill your plate with foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre, as these will be the most nutritious and satisfying. Avoid foods that are packed with sugar or saturated fats, as these are not only higher in calories but can leave you hungry again - and craving for more! 

Physical activity is just as important. Get moving for at least 30 minutes to an hour each day. Walk, swim, cycle, jog - even vacuum the floor! Anything that gets your heart rate up counts as exercise. 

Remember that supplements are designed to support your weight management journey, so the benefits are most noticeable when you put in the effort!