Weight management isn’t confined to a cookie-cutter list of things to do (or not do). If that were the case, then we’d all simply check off each item and be on our merry, skinny way. Unfortunately, many factors play a role in weight management, and science continues to uncover new mysteries with regard to weight loss.

Up to now, we have seen that in order to lose weight you must manage the primary factors, including lowering your caloric intake; increasing your metabolism; and eating the proper mix and type of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fibre. We also know that the success of these weight loss strategies varies considerably from one individual to another. So other factors come in to play that need our attention. Chief among these are the chemical toxins that infiltrate our daily lives. Clinical studies are beginning to demonstrate their profound effect on our health and our ability to stay lean.

Various studies have shown that toxins slow down the body’s metabolic rate; decrease feelings of fullness, leading to eating more and more calories; and limit our ability to burn fat. Toxins not only lead to weight gain but also sabotage your ability to lose weight. Fibre is an important part removing excess toxins from the body. For even better total body cleansing try CleanseSMART.

Arm yourself with the best tools this year to shed those unwanted pounds forever. Start by taking steps to increase your fibre and protein intake. A FitSMART shake from RenewLife contains 20grams of protein and 10 grams of fibre with only 140 calories. For even more fibre try FibreSMART in capsules or powder.