Try these tips to enter the New Year free from both weight and pains, feeling rejuvenated.

Grapefruit

A study found that eating half a grapefruit before a meal or drinking a glass of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, even without any other measures, led to a weight loss of about 1.5 kg in three months. Combining this with a diet yields even better results. The phytochemicals in grapefruit lower insulin levels, reducing appetite and helping calories convert into energy instead of turning into fat tissue. Grapefruit oil is a good antidepressant for dealing with tension and distress during dieting and smoking cessation transition periods. It is found in the peel; smell it or consume it by cleaning.

Pumpkin Cure

The 14-day pumpkin cure rejuvenates with its zinc content, protects against cancer, and aids weight loss. One slice of pumpkin is boiled in 1 glass of water until the water is absorbed; it is consumed as a morning breakfast on an empty stomach, and nothing else is eaten for 1 hour.

Pineapple

It eliminates toxins and speeds up fat burning.

Pomegranate

It is a source of vitamins and antioxidants. Its seeds contain zinc when fresh and beautify the skin.

Fig

Consume its seeds for metabolism speed, intestinal health, and zinc.

Lavender

Used without boiling for rheumatic pains and inflammations. Opens up blood vessels.

Clove

It is germicidal and a disinfectant. Its juice is beneficial for wrinkles around the eyes.

Horsetail

Used for edema removal and inflammations; thanks to its silica content, it renews hair and skin.

Carob

Consuming it raw prevents intestinal putrefaction and inflammations (do not boil).

Ginger and Turmeric

Speeds up metabolism; protects against many diseases including cancer.

Walnut

It is calming during diet periods and supports youth hormone.

Dandelion

Provides rapid toxin elimination, has no toxic effects. It both speeds up the elimination of toxins and benefits overall health. Beneficial for all inflammations and diseases that occur in the body.

Cabbage

It is a source of potassium, and vitamins A and C; speeds up toxin elimination and fat burning. The healthiest way is to eat it fresh as a salad with a little olive oil and vinegar alongside meat dishes. If preparing as a cure for weight loss before New Year's, 3-4 medium leaves should be boiled in cold water until boiling, then rested for 5-6 minutes and consumed.

Egg

A hard-boiled egg eaten at morning breakfast is rich in protein and provides a feeling of fullness. Prefer whole wheat bread with it.

Legumes

Legume consumption increases the secretion of cholecystokinin (a natural appetite suppressant) from the intestines. Beans, kidney beans, broad beans, chickpeas, and lentils raise blood sugar slightly, provide plant-based protein and fiber, and make you feel full for a long time. They are quite beneficial provided they are cooked with as little fat as possible and bread is not dipped into their broth. Bean salad prepared with a small amount of olive oil and vinegar is one of the best options.

Salad

Eating a large green salad before a meal makes you feel full; because the volume of the salad will fill your stomach, you won't feel like eating too much after the salad. Green salad should be preferred with a small amount of olive oil and vinegar drizzled over it.

Green Tea

Green tea is one of the best weight loss aids. The benefit comes not from caffeine but from antioxidants called "catechins" that speed up metabolism and increase fat burning. Green tea also lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol. It is recommended to drink 1-2 cups a day, unsweetened. When preparing, first boil the water, add the green tea, and strain after 3-4 minutes. Remember that it may cause palpitations in sensitive individuals and may disrupt sleep if drunk at night.

Pear, Quince, and Apple

These fruits contain soluble fibers called pectin that help lower cholesterol and blood sugar. The fiber content in pears and quinces is twice that of apples. Eating one medium pear or apple between meals reduces both snacking and the amount of food at the main meal. Firm pears should be preferred over soft sweet pears. Fruits should not come into contact with metal to preserve their vitamin value. Pear beautifies hair and skin thanks to its boron content.

Soup

Soup is a good option to fill you up; because it fills your stomach beforehand, it reduces the amount of food you eat. Soups made by adding grated celery, zucchini, and leek to fat-free chicken broth are the best. Vegetable soup with cabbage, potato, red beet, onion, celery, and parsley is ideal.

Lean Meat

Having meat in a meal increases the feeling of fullness. The amino acid leucine, abundant in meat and fish, facilitates calorie expenditure by muscles. Low-calorie diets containing 100-150 grams of lean meat per day provide more fat loss compared to those without meat. Do not fry meat and minced meat in oil; salmon and turkey breast are both healthy and calming for the nervous system.

Olive Oil

The omega-6 fatty acids in extra virgin olive oil facilitate calorie burning. Taking one tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil per day is beneficial. Consuming it raw is more ideal; the best way is to drizzle it over salads. Cooking food without oil and pouring a spoonful of olive oil over it is also a good method. Avoid dipping bread in olive oil and using it for frying.

Cinnamon

Eating one-quarter of a teaspoon (approximately 1 gram) of cinnamon per day prevents post-meal insulin spikes, prevents getting hungry quickly, and lowers blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels. It can be sprinkled on meals; it pairs particularly well with legumes. An afternoon breakfast made by sprinkling cinnamon on whole grain bread prevents excessive hunger before dinner. Be careful if you are allergic to cinnamon.

Vinegar

It is beneficial to use it by adding it to salads.

Hot Red Pepper

Regular consumption of hot red pepper curbs appetite. A study conducted in Japan found that those who ate hot pepper at breakfast ate less at lunch. Its appetite-suppressing effect comes from the capsaicin substance it contains. It rejuvenates the skin with its lycopene content. It is recommended to use it with a little olive oil added.

Fiber-Rich Breakfast Cereals

Fiber-rich cereals (bran cereals, muesli, or oatmeal) eaten with skim milk at breakfast provide a long-lasting feeling of fullness, allowing you to eat less at the next meal. They prevent constipation and prevent excessive rises in blood sugar. Eating them with dried fruits and walnuts added is beneficial for the nervous system and rejuvenation.

For exercise, try jump rope, candle pose, meditation, and the infinity sign exercise. Egg white mask provides a fast and skin-friendly lifting effect.