Go Greek to Shed Pounds

View in Browser Go Greek to Shed Pounds | | If you're trying to lose weight, you might be cutting back on the wine and olive oil. But going Greek by upping your intake of oil and alcohol (in moderation!) may be just what you need to shed pounds, according to research from Boston University. Consuming alcohol can help muscle cells absorb and burn blood sugar before it's converted to fat, and extra virgin olive oil is filled with antioxidants that increase fat burn. Just don't go overboard: 2 tablespoons a day of extra virgin olive oil (replacing other fats) and 4 ounces of wine for women or 8 ounces for men will do your body good! Try more healthy eating tips from women all over the world >> More on Healthy Living • Which Is Worse? Battle of the Frozen Treats • 100 Ways to Get Slim Without the Gym • Yoga Poses to Relieve Pain, Calm Anxiety and More Manage Your Subscription You are subscribed as omsstraffic.5454@blogger.com | Unsubscribe or visit http://www.ivillage.com/funnels/6 © 2011 iVillage, Inc. All rights reserved. | 75 9th Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10011 | Privacy Policy | Email Help