Keep winter weight gain at bay AND boost your immune system | The Sun

2022-09-01

WE might have been enjoying a summer heatwave, but winter will be upon us before we know it – and with it, a chance to pull on our big jumpers and snuggle up for cosy nights in front of the telly.

But just because you’re throwing on the layers, there’s no excuse for throwing away your healthy diet.

Whether it’s the comfort food or the fact that we’re often much less energetic, the colder months can be bad news for our waistlines – and our immune systems.

That’s where Almased, the number one meal replacement in Germany,(1) can help.

Incorporating Almased meal replacement shakes into a balanced diet can support long-term weight maintenance, and provide your body with essential nutrients.

Plus, it can stop those pounds creeping on unnoticed.

Don’t lose your gains

A little less exercise combined with a little more on your plate can add up to gradual weight gain that, come spring, can be hard to shift.

And if, like many, you’ve worked hard during warmer months to keep the pounds off, then the last thing you want is to pile them back on as soon as summer is over.

A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that people gain an average of a pound during the festive season, and worse, the majority of people don’t lose most of the weight they put on during winter.(2)

But with Almased, “most trusted weight loss brand of 2020”,(3) you can buck the trend.

Almased’s high-protein, calorie-controlled meal replacement nourishes the body during weight loss, proving you with enough energy and nutrients to run efficiently, even with the reduced calorie intake.

Recent scientific studies have shown that compared to a normal 2,000-calorie diet, Almased resulted in a greater number of calories being expended over 24 hours, increased fat burning and a greater amount of body fat loss.(4)

Kevin Greene, nutritionist and director of Almased UK, explains: “Over 30 years of extensive clinical testing has been conducted on the product, exploring the effect it has on body weight, satiety, the retention of essential muscle mass(5) and blood-sugar management.

These factors, particularly the retention of muscle, all influence metabolic activity.”

Ward off the sniffles

One gift no one wants for Christmas is a cold, which is why it’s so important to keep our bodies topped up with the right vitamins and nutrients during winter, especially as we return to normal life after the pandemic.

Last year, Public Health England surveillance showed that the number of people with common colds and other respiratory infections had risen after we emerged from lockdown (6) with weaker immune systems.

But Almased’s natural and nourishing ingredients can come to the rescue, with soya, yogurt and enzyme-rich honey combining to provide superior levels of immune-boosting vitamins and minerals.(7)

What’s more, another recent clinical study has shown that daily use Almased also improved chronic levels of inflammation, subsequently improving immune health.(8)

Almased even helps to maintain normal blood cholesterol levels; protects the health of skin, nails and hair; and supports a healthy immune system through essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and zinc.

But the best thing about winter is the comfort food!

We all love the wonderful flavours of winter and the festive season, and with Almased, you don’t need to miss any of them!

As a natural product, with no artificial flavourings, fillers, sweeteners or preservatives, Almased has a neutral taste that allows you to add your own flavours.

Whether you’ve got a sweet tooth or prefer savoury, there are no limits to what you can mix with your shake, so Almased never gets boring.

The recipe is simple: high-quality soya from selected farms, premium yogurt and natural honey, blended to ensure every ounce of nutritious goodness remains.

Plus, Almased is gluten-free and suitable for vegetarians, as well as those with diabetes, and packed with hunger-beating protein – more than any other meal replacement in the UK.

So why not try one of the fantastic recipes at almased.co.uk or even get going with your own comforting creations.

Get cosy with the Almased pumpkin spice shake

Ingredients

200ml unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp fresh or plain canned pumpkin puree
5 tbsp Almased
1 dash of pumpkin spice or ground cinnamon

Method

Blend together the milk and pumpkin puree
Mix in Almased
Add the spice of choice and flavour to taste
Pour into a glass, adding ice if desired

Enjoy!

1 portion contains: 228 kcal, 29g protein, 4g fat and 19g carbohydrates.

Follow Almased on @almaseduk. Almased is available from Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Amazon, Chemist Direct and independent pharmacies. For more information, visit almased.co.uk or call 020 3463 9769.

References:

(1) Euromonitor International (2019)

(2) https://www.eatthis.com/why-gain-weight-in-winter/ citing https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4336296/

(3) Reader’s Digest. Trusted Brands, 2020, Germany

(4) Oliveira, C et al (2020). American Journal of Clinical Nutrition; 00:1–12.

(5) Deibert, P et al (2004). International Journal of Obesity; 28(10):1349-52

(6) https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/sep/24/return-of-the-common-cold-infections-surge-in-uk-as-autumn-arrives

(7) Vitamin C and Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system. https://www.almased.co.uk/magazines/how-can-almased-support-your-immune-system

(8) Kempf, K et al (2021). High-protein, low glycaemic-based meal replacement decreases fasting insulin and inflammation markers- a 12- month subanalysis of the ACOORH trial, Nutrients, 13:1-12.

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