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Drinking Meals As A Weight Loss Trend: Does It Really Work?

Written by Jan Bahmann on . Posted in Health & Beauty.

Drinking meals are practical in everyday life and available quickly at all times. For this reason, more and more people are turning to drinking meals to save time and lose weight at the same time. But despite the enticing promises of the corresponding marketing campaigns, there are also some factors to consider when it comes to the healthy benefits of such “liquid food”. Find out what you should consider and how healthy drinking meals really are here. “Drinking meals alone cannot replace a balanced diet,” warns Jan Bahmann, an experienced German weight loss coach from Hanover. When it comes to his coaching sessions to achieve the desired figure, he focuses not only on mere weight reduction but also on building a new awareness of a healthy lifestyle – without major restrictions or sacrifices. That’s why he also questions drinking meals, whether they can actually work as a diet approach and what one should consider when deciding on such a drinking cure. Drinking meals offer benefits Undeniably, drinking meals are a successful model if you want to lose weight. And after all, they wouldn’t be if they didn’t actually offer some benefits. Of course, with any weight loss method, it is helpful to have an accurate overview of calories. While it is difficult to keep an exact overview of the calories consumed when eating freshly prepared meals in one’s own kitchen or when eating out at a restaurant, they can be measured exactly when drinking meals. The simple and quick preparation can also be a real plus in everyday life and score points for a drinking diet, because often a conscious diet fails due to lack of time. Likewise, the nutrient content can speak for drinking meals, because they are often enriched with vitamins and minerals. So why don’t we all eat a liquid diet? As is almost always the case, the same applies here: Not everything about drinking meals is positive. They also have some disadvantages. For example, they stand in the way of a sustainable effect in weight management if they tempt people to forego a long-term change in diet. In the short term, drinking meals can lead to weight loss, but in the long term they do not replace a healthy eating style. So there is no way around a change in diet if you want to optimize and maintain your weight in the long term. The lack of satiety during a drinking cure can also become a problem.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: 3 vegan lip liner “Read My Lip Liner” by Dashl

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

Lip liners can make the beauty life difficult. It’s not so easy to find a really good contour pencil. Many are so hard that they scratch unpleasantly on the delicate skin of the lips. Others don’t have the necessary color intensity or you can’t find the right color for your lipstick at all. And, and, and… Lip liner are a must have Lip liners are an indispensable tool for a perfectly made-up mouth. They ensure that the color of the lipstick does not “run out” and settle in the small wrinkles – if they are there – above the upper lip. They also perfect the contours and are ideal accomplices for little cheats, if the lips are too narrow or uneven. Dashl has just launched a vegan lip liner that contours, while at the same time having a bit of a firming effect and plumping up the lips. It comes in three colors that actually always fit: Toffeelicious, Spice It Up and Ruby Forever. For more defined and fuller lips II opted for “Toffeelicious”, an intense dark pink that actually reminds me a little of the wrapping of a Toffifee. The richly pigmented lip liner can be used to precisely define the contours around the mouth. The tip of the pencil glides gently over the skin. You can immediately feel that the texture is enriched with natural silicone. Does this actually make my lips look a little fuller, or am I mistaken? The formula is also so moisturizing thanks to jojoba oil that I use it to color my entire mouth and use the lip liner instead of a lipstick. It leaves a velvety matte finish and lasts for many hours without running, smudging or smearing. However, you can just as easily apply it as a primer before lipstick to make it last longer. For a 3D effect, Dashl recommends combining it with a lip oil. Personally, however, this is too much prominence for the lips. Into the fridge! Overall, a great product, with only one small downer. Dashl could still optimize this. Since the lead of the lip liner is quite soft, it often breaks off when sharpening, which can be a problem especially at higher outdoor temperatures. My tip: Put the pencil in the freezer a few hours before use! Incidentally, the Dashl brand was founded in 2016 by two female entrepreneurs, Arbilina Nissan and Nina Akbari, in Stockholm, Sweden.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Body cream “Magic Body” from Charlotte Tilbury

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

She is just magic! Anyone who has ever seen Charlotte Tilbury live will confirm it: The red-haired Englishwoman is a true bundle of energy, a whirlwind. Wherever she appears, she owns the stage and the attention of everyone present. Charlotte Tilbury is a name to know in the beauty world. She has worked as a makeup artist for all the major magazines and has done makeup on numerous famous faces – from Kate Moss to Kim Kardashian. Charlotte’s own make-up and skincare line is now just as well-known. She likes to call her interviewees Darling. Unsurprisingly, that’s also the way she addresses customers in her online store. Charlotte Tilbury Beauty’s signature product and best-selling item is “Charlotte’s Magic Cream” for the face, which Charlotte says works like “magic on the skin” – and this instantly. It has taken ten years for her to now work with skincare experts and leading laboratories to launch a rich body cream with the same moisturizing and radiance-enhancing properties like the “Magic Cream”. “DARLINGS, THIS IS MAGIC SKIN FOR EVERY BODY!” -Charlotte Tilbury “Magic Body” is said to be a body care innovation of eight ingredients designed to firm as well as define the body so that the skin appears visibly and noticeably smoother and firmer. Tilbury explains her matrix of eight “magic” active ingredients, which are also contained in the “Magic Cream”, as follows: It is a research-based compilation of highly effective skin care substances such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, aloe vera, frangipani extracts, camellia oil, rosehip oil and shea butter. Added to this is the innovative Algaktiv Uplift technology with the power of plant-based active ingredients, which is clinically proven to visibly and noticeably tighten, define and firm the skin. A well-known ingredient in skin and especially body care is caffeine. The energizing booster ingredient helps to vitalize the skin and is also said to reduce the signs of cellulite. My test of the “Magic Body Cream“ “Charlotte’s Magic Body Cream” comes out of the tube white and rich. It is strongly perfumed, so not for purists. I like the scent and also the consistency of the cream. It absorbs well and gives the skin a nice glow without being greasy. In fact, the skin looks well nourished and moisturized, which lasts all day and gives a pleasant feeling – not least thanks to plant oils and shea butter. I use the cream for the entire body, massaging it into the problem areas particularly intensively, as Charlotte also recommends.… weiterlesen

The König Ludwig: Everything In Balance

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in Culture, Health & Beauty.

It is a luxury hotel and has all the features that make up this category: detailed, well-designed rooms, suites and chalets, lounge areas, an excellent restaurant, a first-class spa with state-of-the-art fitness and yoga facilities, as well as a huge indoor and outdoor pool area with a view of Hohenschwangau, one of the castles of the Bavarian fairy-tale king Ludwig II. Not to mention the highly trained, friendly staff that is always on hand at the König Ludwig to accommodate even special requests with a smile. But that is by no means all that makes the König Ludwig Hotel in Schwangau stand out from the crowd of upscale hotels. It is the personal. “The motto of owner Florian Lingenfelder, who took over the hotel from his father Werner but first made it into the gem it is today, is “perceive people as individuals and pick up on their themes. He has also taken over his attitude to property. “Creating instead of managing,” hotel manager Florian Lingenfelder. A holistic approach Guests can expect a genuine life-changing concept at the König Ludwig, provided they are prepared to commit to it. This starts with the treatments in the 6,600 m2 spa wellness area and workout instructions and extends to the 5-course dinner in the restaurant. But of course, people are also welcome in the König Ludwig who simply want to spend a few nice relaxing days, alone or in pairs, with a dreamlike mountain backdrop and good food in the “adult only” resort. Let’s start with the three-part Bio-Balance concept developed by König Ludwigs’ spa chef Sven Huckenbeck (among other things, “Global Director of the Year” at the Hall of Well awards). He has incorporated his background in sports science, Myoreflex therapy and acupuncture massage according to Penzel (APM). The idea is to break up muscle tension and imbalances. “The body has to find its own balance again – that’s what I help it with. No more and no less,” says Huckenbeck modestly. “The body speaks, even when it is silent.” Sven Huckenbeck Yet it is much more. I have experienced it in my own body. An artificial hip joint, several sports accidents and my predominantly sedentary job as a journalist have caused my muscles to shorten despite – or perhaps because of – frequent up to daily workouts in the gym. Huckenbeck explains it plausibly: “A normal person sits 10 hours a day.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Multitasker “Cream Blush” by Tata Harper

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

Multitasker. I love these products that serve more than one function. The new Cream Blush from Tata Harper is such an all-rounder. You can use it to set the scene for cheeks, lips and eyes. And then it comes in six great shades: Peachy, a delicate golden shimmering peach shade; Naughty, a ruby red; Flirty, a bold berry shade; Spicy, a terracotta rosé; Lovely, a delicate old pink and Lucky, a bronze orange. That makes the choice really, really hard. Lucky makes me lucky I have chosen the color Lucky for my multitasker. Why? Not only because the name already puts me in a positive mood. Summer is approaching and with it a beautifully sun-tanned complexion. Since my skin is naturally tinted anyway, I find the bronze-orange exciting. First, apply the Multitasker Blush on the cheeks. It’s weightless and slightly sheer. I use my fingers to do this because I find that it makes the creamy texture blend better. Immediately, my cheeks get a hint of freshness with a satiny, softly shimmering finish. It also leaves the skin feeling nourished. I read up on the ingredients: Antioxidants, vitamins and other nutrients have a nourishing effect, provide the skin with plumping moisture and protect it from environmental influences at the same time. Multitasker for a complete make-up For those who want more color on the cheeks, no problem either for the multitastker. The ultra-creamy formula melts so nicely on the skin that it’s easy to build up in multiple layers. For me, however, a touch of color is enough at the moment because I like it to look as natural as possible and not “made up”. For the other parts of the face, I use a corresponding brush in each case to distribute the blush as a soft highlighter under the brows and to apply it as color on the lips. In the blink of an eye, I have made up a complete day makeup – with only one product. Fantastic, this multitasker! A word more about Tata Harper I have been following the brand for many years. On any beauty shelf where Tata Harper is sold, the bright green packaging of the products immediately catches the eye. Green stands for 100 percent Green Beauty – 100% natural, 100% effective, luxurious natural cosmetics. The concentrated, multi-active formulas contain no fillers or generic pre-made bases, are Ecocert certified, animal-tested and gluten-free. They come in environmentally friendly, recyclable packaging.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Berry Juice „Micronutrient Concentrate“ from hiPURE

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

A berry juice in a stylish bottle. Finally a dietary supplement that looks beautiful in the red frosted bottle and then also tastes good – delicious fruity berry. The basis for hiPURE is a dark red juice concentrate made from local fruits such as apple, pear, sour cherry, red grape, carrot, black currant, raspberry, apricot, blueberry, elderberry, cranberry, chokeberry, blackberry, rosehip and wild blueberry. Only selected fruits are used, no preservatives, no dyes. The juice is lactose-free, gluten-free and of course vegan. Berry juice from the German alpine region For the development of the „micronutrient concentrate“, in cooperation with scientists from the TUM (Technical University of Munich), special care was taken to use only ingredients from the Alpine region. The secret lies in a specially developed and particularly gentle method of processing the fruits: they are pressed immediately after harvesting and the direct juices thus obtained are processed into the highest quality concentrates. The recipe ensures an above-average content of secondary plant substances such as vitamins, minerals and the particularly valuable polyphenols. In other words, everything with which you can make a valuable contribution to a healthy diet. The two “hi” pillars The berry juice is based on two important “hi” pillars: Once the already mentioned polyphenols. These are secondary plant substances that ensure healthy growth in plants, and also have numerous positive effects for humans: They have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulating and strengthen the immune system. The second “hi” pillar is antioxidants, which counteract free radicals. They prevent enzyme processes, proteins and cells from being disrupted or even destroyed. High amounts of antioxidants are found mainly in red or purple fruits/vegetables, for example in red grapes and their seeds or in chokeberry berries. Daily 10 milliliters are sufficient According to the manufacturer, 10 milliliters is the daily dose of the berry juice, because it contains exactly the amount of vitamins and minerals that the body needs in conjunction with a varied diet. By the way, for children from 4 – 6 years, 5 ml per day is enough. “The content of 260 mg of polyphenols per 10 ml of concentrate corresponds, for example, to that of three liters of naturally cloudy apple juice” says hiPure. This indeed surprises me. When consuming my hi-health booster, I often alternate: sometimes I drink it pure. I also sometimes add the berry juice to my water bottle, which dilutes the concentrate more. The concentrate is also delicious as a topping on my morning cereal or at lunchtime as an addition to salad dressing.… weiterlesen

Eat Right During The Fasting Season

Written by Jan Bahmann on . Posted in Culture.

The fasting season has begun and many people use these weeks to cleanse body and mind. However, proper fasting requires a certain amount of knowledge and preparation in order not to overload the body and deprive it of important nutrients. Fasting, but do it the right way. “If you completely eliminate certain foods from your diet all of a sudden, you throw your body out of balance. This can also quickly have a detrimental effect on your health,” explains Jan Bahmann. The German fitness consultant has already coached over 700 people to their feel-good weight. In this article, he gives seven important tips to watch out for during the fasting period. Plan and get medical advice Anyone who has started to fast should definitely make sure to consume sufficient nutrients and fluids during the fast. Basically, thorough planning before starting is of great importance to ensure that one remains healthy during the fast and that the body receives all the necessary nutrients. In doing so, it is recommended to consult a doctor or nutritionist to create the plan and ensure that the fasting is conducive to good health. Especially in the case of existing diseases, medical advice is essential. Slow entry For those who start fasting later, it can be helpful to gradually reduce calorie intake. In this way, the body can gradually get used to a lower food intake and reduce cravings. Drink enough water Adequate hydration is especially important during fasting to keep the body hydrated and eliminate toxins. Water and herbal teas are good options for taking in enough fluids. An intake of at least two to three liters of fluid per day is recommended. Place a water bottle at your workstation or within sight so you don’t forget to drink. Taking mineral and vitamin supplements Mineral and vitamin preparations can help prevent deficiency symptoms and supply the body with important nutrients. However, before taking supplements, a doctor or nutritionist should be consulted to ensure that the right supplements are taken and that the dosage is correct. Indiscriminate use of such supplements can be counterproductive if not professionally cleared. Physical activity on a regular basis Light exercises such as yoga, walks or stretching during fasting can help to keep the body healthy, get the circulation going and reduce stress. Extreme sports should rather be avoided, because fasting and the deprivation of the usual food/nutritional quantity already exerts the organism.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Peeling “Restorative Dual Acid Peel” by Kat Burki

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

The peeling that I currently use comes from an American natural cosmetics line, which is still little known in our country. Among insiders, however, Kat Burki is already considered a high-flyer. The nutritionist, who worked in the healthcare sector after completing her studies, has acquired a complex knowledge of nutrition and health over many years. From this background, Burki founded her own cosmetics brand in 2013, bringing the latest research findings to the development of her innovative beauty products. In the meantime, celebs such as Emily Blunt, Naomi Watts and Emma Willis – to name a few – are among the avowed Burki users. Nutrient complex replaces water What makes Kat Burki’s skincare so special is that it does not use the fillers commonly found in cosmetic formulas, such as water, silicone or alcohol. Instead, each of her products is enriched with a synergistic super-nutrient complex. Instead of water, Burki uses a proprietary KB5 complex that supports skin elasticity and collagen production. It also stimulates microcirculation and strengthens the walls of small capillaries. Burki chooses each active ingredient very consciously. All of them are highly active ingredients such as antioxidants, vitamins – especially vitamin C and B vitamins – plant stem cells, silk amino acids, neuropeptides, etc.. In the various combinations, they reinforce each other’s power. In this way, “super active ingredients” with immediate effect and long-lasting anti-aging effect are created. All ingredients are free of animal testing and genetic engineering, come from organic cultivation and wild collection. “Cold process” for more product effectiveness It is also interesting that Kat Burki has introduced the first certified “cold process” in the cosmetics world. This means that all products are manufactured at low temperature. This ensures that the maximum effectiveness of all ingredients is preserved, because high temperatures reduce the quality and effect of vitamins, oils and antioxidants. Therefore, the cold-pressed oils contained in the rich formulas are extremely potent. Deep glycolic peeling The “Restorative Dual Acid Peel” is a retexturizing anti-aging treatment with dual benefits: It regenerates and soothes the skin at the same time. The glycolic acid in the peeling reduces sun damage. Plant-derived hyaluronic acid from the seeds of the Alexandrine senna refines skin texture and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles. Avocado oil, again obtained in a cold process, vitalizes the skin cells. Works better with a brush Meanwhile, I use the glycolic peeling for a month once or twice a week.… weiterlesen

How useful is skin cycling for you?

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in Cream.

Skin Cycling – schon mal was davon gehört? Entwickelt hat das neue Pflege-Konzept die New Yorker Dermatologin Dr. Whitney Bowe. Innerhalb kürzester Zeit erreichte sie damit auf TikTok 3,5 Millionen User. Mit Cycling ist übrigens nicht Fahrradfahren gemeint, sondern ein Zyklus, eine sich wiederholende Routine bei der Anwendung von Power-Wirkstoffen während der Nacht. Hält man sich an ihr Skin Cycling-Konzept, verspricht Dr. Bowe eine besonders ebenmäßige Haut. Sie begründet es so: Bei dem Überangebot an Pflegeprodukten und ständig neuen, hoch gelobten Wirkstoffen kann es schnell passieren, dass man seine Haut überlegt und ihre Barriere schädigt. Eine intakte Barriere ist jedoch Grundvoraussetzung für ein schönes, klares Hautbild. Das Skin Cycling Programm ist auf einen viertägigen Rhythmus ausschließlich während der Nacht ausgerichtet. Warum nur nachts? Weil in den Nachtstunden die Stoffwechselfunktionen in der Haut besonders intensiv arbeiten. Die Haut wird stärker durchblutet und optimal mit Sauerstoff versorgt, wodurch sie die Aktivstoffe von Pflegeprodukten besser verwerten kann. Gut strukturiert Dr. Whitney Bowe sagt: „Ich habe als Dermatologin Tausende Patienten über mehr als ein Jahrzehnt behandelt. Dabei habe ich festgestellt, dass sie einen ihrer größten Pflegefehler nachts begehen, indem sie der Hautbarriere keine Möglichkeit geben, sich zu regenerieren.“ Sie bezeichnet ihr zyklisches Pflege-System als einen Wendepunkt für die Gesundheit der Haut. Und nicht zuletzt bringt man damit mehr Struktur in seine Pflege-Routine. Der Hauptaspekt beim Skin Cycling ist der, dass verhindert wird, die Hautbarriere durch eine Überfrachtung mit Wirkstoffen zu schädigen. Außerdem hilft es, eine konstante und effektive Routine zu entwickeln, die die Haut optimal funktionieren lässt. Das viertätige Konzept ist simpel durchzuführen: An zwei Nächten werden Wirkstoff-Produkte aufgetragen, gefolgt von zwei Nächten ohne. Dann wird das Ganze wiederholt. Auf diese Weise wird die Haut trotz des Einsatzes von Power-Wirkstoffen in Balance gehalten. Denn die Haut, gerade wenn sie unter Akne, Rosazea, Ekzemen oder Hyperpigmentierung leidet, profitiert von diesen potenten Inhaltsstoffen ganz besonders. Doch genau wie Muskeln eine Trainingspause brauchen, geht es auch den Hautzellen. “Weniger ist mehr“ lautet deshalb das Credo von Dr. Bowe. Sie verfolgt den Ansatz, Produkte so zu verwenden, dass sie sich gegenseitig ergänzen anstatt mehrere übereinander zu schichten. Das 4-Tage-Konzept mit Skin Cycling: Nacht 1 mit Peeling: Zuerst wird die Haut gereinigt. Am intensivsten gelingt es mit einer Zwei-Phasen-Reinigung, die aus Öl und einem anschließenden Gel besteht. Mit Gesichtswasser abschließen. Dann folgt ein chemisches Peeling, um Unreinheiten vorzubeugen. Bowe rät ab von körnigen Peelings. Sie seien zu scharf für die Haut, warnt sie.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Lip Mask “Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask” from Fenty Skin

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

For launching a lip mask it is exactly the right time. Because the winter season with cold outdoors and heating air indoors not infrequently gives us rough, chapped lips. Against this, there is now a clean, vegan and animal-free solution from the Fenty Skin line. It’s the cosmetics brand that superstar Rihanna developed in collaboration with Kendo Brands, which in turn belongs to the luxury group LVMH. “I’m really into the little aspects of the skincare ritual. A lip care routine is fun, but also so important to keep that pout healthy, hydrated and sexy. Plush Puddin’ is the ultimate self-care for lips that I use every day and night.” – Rihanna Lip mask with tropical power The “Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask” promises not only smoother, but also plumper lips in a week. It contains mainly tropical moisturizing ingredients such as coconut and castor oil, pomegranate and jojoba oil complex, pomegranate sterols and Barbados cherry extract, which each play an important care role in their own right: Pomegranate and jojoba oil are rich in antioxidants. They provide tone and elasticity, and are even said to make the lips visibly plumper with regular use. Vitamin E is included as another antioxidant, which revitalizes and nourishes the lips. Pomegranate sterols provide a natural, vegan alternative to lanolin, binding 200 percent of their weight in water. As a result, the moisture barrier of the lips improves and hydration is increased. Coconut and castor oils also act as rich moisturizers. The extract from the Barbados cherry (acerola) contains more vitamin C than an orange. It strengthens and nourishes the skin of the lips. Delicious pudding for the lips In fact, the rich, pudding-like texture of “Plush Puddin'”-what the name promises is delivered! – the lips with a noticeable moisture boost. I prefer to apply the lip mask overnight, then the lips are smooth and soft the next day. Pleasant is also the slight taste of vanilla. I think the packaging is ingeniously designed. The small, powder-colored jar made of 100 percent PCR material is closed all around. If you unscrew the lid and turn the base slightly to the right, the dispenser releases exactly the right amount needed for a lip application. It’s a clean and efficient solution. You no longer have to fumble around in little pots, which soon become unsightly and you usually do get too much of the texture after all.… weiterlesen