Today on "tumblr ads that I wish were rebloggable":
I'm not wildly fond of tumblr ads promoting weight loss all willy-nilly, but the theming of this one combined with the fact that I saw it on a blog that I first followed for Dracula Daily posting has me losing it. Lose weight how, pray tell, dear tumblr ad? Lose blood weight? Because someone's drinking it? Am I going to be running through Transylvania because there's a vampire chasing me?
the other thing too is that losing weight is NOT a neutral action in the same way that being fat is.
what do I mean by that?
well, it is morally neutral in that no one should be judging you for wanting to lose weight & wanting to lose weight does not make you a bad person
however. it's not a neutral action. in the same way that feminists critique the beauty industry and makeup and constantly get replies like "but I LIKE wearing makeup!!!!" that completely miss the point. that's sort of the same thing happening when fat activists/people that advocate for fat liberation point out the flaws in diet culture and get "but I NEED to lose weight for (xyz "good" reasons) are you saying I'm a bad person?" that completely miss the point.
in an ideal world, people could lose and gain weight without a single bat of an eye. but we don't live in that world. not only is it scientifically proven that most people CANNOT sustainably keep weight they've lost off (and no, not due to lack of self control) and that losing weight (especially rapidly) can have some huge health consequences, but, more relevantly, these ideas of weight and health and beauty are SO tangled up in fatphobia and western beauty standards that it's nigh impossible to reach some Enlightened State where your reason for weight loss is untouched by it.
you want to lose weight to "be healthier?" who told you you were unhealthy? was it your doctor? doctors that routinely suggest fat patients lose weight for every complaint ever including the common cold or a broken bone? was it society telling you being fat is unhealthy even though you ARE healthy? and if you're Not healthy, do you know for sure it's your weight? because thin people can also have high cholesterol and heart problems. there's other ways to fix these things that don't involve weight loss to dangerous degrees, but doctors are already so up their own ass about fat people that they probably didn't discuss anything with you other than "lose weight." does that mean no fat person ever is unhealthy because they're fat? no. but it Does mean that that reason is so tangled up in fatphobia that 100% stating you're free of diet culture when you say it just is Not accurate
you want to lose weight to "feel better about yourself"? well this one's easy and won't be as long as the last. why do you feel that way? who taught you that being fat is something to feel bad about? if you lived 500 years ago before diet culture, would you feel pressure to lose weight to feel better about yourself?
and none of this is to say you CAN'T chose to lose weight. it's your body. you can do whatever the fuck you want with it, good or bad. but when people talk about fatphobia and fat liberation and your first response is "oh but I'm losing weight for the GOOD reasons" stop yourself. ask if that's relevant to the conversation. ask yourself if those reasons ARE neutral. if they're tied to health, body image (including dysphoria!), or how other people perceive you? the answer is no
Sip Away Belly Fat: Discover The Power Of Tea For A Trim Tummy!
Are you tired of struggling with stubborn belly fat? Well, fret no more! In this blog post, we will unveil the secret to shedding those extra inches around your waistline by incorporating the power of tea into your daily routine. Not only will we provide you with effective tea recipes, but we'll also explain how these brews work on your belly fat. So, grab your favorite mug, and let's dive into the world of tea for a trim tummy!
Understanding The Science Behind Tea And Belly Fat
Before we delve into the tea recipes, let's explore why tea is an effective tool for losing belly fat. Tea, mainly green tea, is rich in antioxidants called catechins. These compounds have been found to boost metabolism, increase fat oxidation, and reduce abdominal fat. Additionally, tea is a natural diuretic, aiding in eliminating excess water weight.
The Best Teas To Lose Belly Fat
1. Green Tea Elixir:
Ingredients:
- 1 green tea bag
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions:
- Steep the green tea bag in hot water for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and add honey (if desired) and lemon juice.
- Stir well and enjoy this refreshing elixir twice a day.
2. Oolong Tea Boost:
Ingredients:
- 1 oolong tea bag
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions:
- Steep the oolong tea bag in hot water for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and add cinnamon powder and grated ginger.
- Mix well and sip on this aromatic tea twice a day.
Tips for Optimal Results
To maximize the effectiveness of tea in your belly fat loss journey, consider the following tips:
1. Stay Hydrated: Besides tea, ensure you drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body hydrated and support digestion.
2. Balanced Diet: Incorporate a well-balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains to complement your tea regimen.
3. Regular Exercise: Pair your tea routine with regular physical activity to boost metabolism and accelerate fat burning.
In Conclusion
Losing belly fat doesn't have to be an arduous task. By incorporating these delicious tea recipes into your daily routine, you can harness the power of nature to trim your tummy. Consistency is vital, so sip on these teas regularly, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and watch your belly fat melt away. Cheers to a slimmer, healthier you!
I ate 75kcal more then i wanted today but i'm surly burned them by cleaning my room today. I also wanted to skip my Workout but i didn't skipped it. Well, that's all. Tomorrow i will stay under 500kcal!
Now that I've started to do at least some exercise....tbh I wish I would love to lose some weight, but I'm too afraid to weigh myself so I won't find out either way lol
just saw a post come up about how we should use "character getting fat" as an indicator of them being "fulfilled and happy" and UGH. No shade to the mutual who reblogged it as I get the whole fat acceptance thing is heavily pushed on this site but that is so dangerous to normalize. There is nothing healthy, happy, or good about being fat, especially being morbidly obese: if you're more than just a little chubby, you are actively engaged in self harming behaviors on par with smoking and alchoholism.
Being obese has impacted my life in such a massively negative way: I have chronic pain in my back, knees, ankles, and feet; I spent years malnourished because of all the nutrition-barren junk I was consuming every day; I had brain fog and extremely fucked hormones. These are all directly related to my historically horrible diet and the extra 60+ lbs I've been carrying around for the last decade or so, and my continued denial of all this is the reason why I managed to get over 200 lbs in the first place. People are fucking dying of obesity related illness by the boatload in just America alone so I'm begging y'all to please stop trying to normalize and romanticize fatness. It's good to love yourself no matter what you look like, and to find beauty in others too, and I think obesity should be de-stigmatized in the same way as any other addiction / mental illness should. But obesity is a fucking life-ruining condition and needs to be treated more seriously.
if a vegetarian vampire drinks human blood, do their powers become stronger? (since generally vampires are stronger when they drink human blood?)
I’m thinking of this in the context of jasper’s curse, that he claims the emotions of his “prey”/victims make feeding unpleasant, but wouldn’t eating people enhance his ability, increasing his suffering? like a fucked up little positive feedback loop
yes! Edward mentions it in Chapter 14 of Eclipse:
"Human blood makes us the strongest, though only fractionally. [...] That's why [newborn vampires] are so strong, of course. The newborns are full of human blood - their own blood, reacting to the change. It lingers in the tissues and strengthens them."
human blood increases the intensity of Jasper's gift/curse, perhaps a detectable amount but not a crippling amount. i'm sure the loss of self-control/discipline/mental acuity that veggie vamps seem to have would also adversely affect Jasper's ability to control his gift.
stupid idiot boyloser in his fucked up little feedback loop :) get fucked