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When we fi rst heard about a bunch of fa-mous doctors talk-ing up a new weight-loss plan, we were

intrigued. Then we heard the plan can speed off 20 pounds in just four weeks—and that really got our at-tention! So we did some digging. Turns out, The Hot Belly Diet—which has earned raves from inte-grative medicine pioneer Andrew Weil, M.D., mind-body guru Deepak Chopra, M.D., and women’s health visionary Christiane Northrup, M.D.—basically takes 5,000 years’ worth of fat-melting secrets from India’s traditional healers and boils them down into one simple regimen. Why does it work so well? Credit is generally given to a special tea and other time-tested strategies believed to raise the body’s internal temperature and thus melt away

excess fat and health-draining “energy blockages.” “Through the

benefi t of modern sci-ence, we now know that these traditional remedies actually ac-celerate metabolism quite effectively,” re-veals Hot Belly author Suhas Kshirsagar, one of the world’s leading experts in an ancient system of ho-listic medicine called

Ayurveda. Dr. Suhas has even seen patients whisk off up to 40 pounds in four weeks. Plus, he adds, a faster metabolism means more fuel for the entire system, so “every organ is re-vitalized. Health conditions disap-pear, and you feel a fl ow of energy like never before.” It’s a total-health transformation in no time fl at!

Turbocharged tea!If you want to give the Hot Bellyapproach a try, the fi rst thing you’ll do: Enjoy a cup or two of the plan’s signature green tea, which is tur-bocharged with citrus and ginger. “From your fi rst sip, you start to feel warm inside. It’s very soothing—and you can tell it’s working!” says California Hot Belly dieter Denisha Lockett, 31, who carried a thermos with her at all times, downing the

MELT 44 LBS FAST!Green tea + fat-melting mix-ins = MET ABOLISM-BOOSTING MIRACLE!

Breakfast ENJOY ONE DAILY

OPTION 1:S moothie:

Blend 2/3 cup unsweetened rice milk; 2/3 cup water; 2 scoops brown rice protein powder; 1 Tbs. raw seeds; 1/2 cup berries; pinch cinnamon; and 1 tsp. raw honey or stevia (optional)

OPTION 2:2 eggs plus 1 egg white scrambled with generous portion leafy greens, bell pepper, mushrooms and herbs in 1 tsp. olive oil

Our nutrition team worked with Dr. Suhas to create this extra-easy version of his fast-acting Ayurvedic plan. While

you have different options at each meal, you are encouraged to eat “Ayurvedic Miracle Soup” at least once a day for best metabolism-boosting results. When choosing ingredients, keep in mind that fresher and less processed food is thought to have more “natural spark” to rev up your internal fire. (In fact, a Pomona College study found the body does indeed get 75 calories hotter while breaking down unprocessed ingredients compared to processed ones!) Dr. Suhas discourages snacking, since it can throw off the body’s natural digestive rhythms. As far as beverages go, in addition to your daily quart of Hot Belly Turbo Tea, you should also sip all the water and additional herbal tea you like. As always, get your doctor’s okay before trying any new weight-loss plan or supplements.

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The “Hot Belly Diet” made easy!

In India, traditional healers have been perfecting the weight-loss strategies on these pages for 5,000 years!

Hot Belly Turbo Tea (ENJOY 1 QUART BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 4 P.M.)

Bring 1 tsp. each whole fennel, coriander and cumin seeds plus an optional 1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger to a boil in 1 qt. water. Remove from heat and add 4 bags organic green tea with ginger (such as Traditional Medicinals Green Tea with Ginger at Drugstore.com or Stash Lemon Ginger Green Tea in super-markets). Let steep 5 minutes. Strain into a thermos and add the juice of 1/2 lemon.

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Diane lost 62 lbs! When Diane Roberts went to see Dr. Suhas for help with a rash, she didn’t see how a “hot belly” would help. “I was skeptical,” recalls the California proj-ect manager, 63. But if there was a chance she could clear up her skin and lose a few pounds, why not? “I was amazed that I wasn’t hungry and didn’t have cravings,” she says. “I’d tried a lot of diets in the past and always felt I didn’t have enough self-control. But this plan—espe-cially the tea—made me so satisfied!” Her waist shrank, her skin got better, her energy returned. “And my self-confidence came back, too. There aren’t many diets that can give you that!”

Want to try an Ancient Indian lose-huge secret praised by experts like Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Christiane Northrup? Every-thing you need is right here!MELT 44 LBS FAST!

Green tea + fat-melting mix-ins = MET ABOLISM-BOOSTING MIRACLE!

Midmorning melt (OPTIONAL; IF USING, TAKE ABOUT TWO HOURS BEFORE LUNCH)500 mg. triphala*

500 mg. trikatu*

Midafternoon melt (IF USING, TAKE ABOUT TWO HOURS BEFORE LUNCH)500 mg. triphala

500 mg. trikatu

Dessert (OPTIONAL)1 oz. extra-dark chocolate

Lunch ENJOY ONE DAILY

OPTION 1:2 1/2 cups Ayurvedic Miracle Soup (recipe, right) with 1 cup cooked brown rice, 3 Tbs. nuts/seeds and 1 cup chopped veggies, such as cabbage, carrots, onions

OPTION 2:3 -4 oz. lean

protein (tofu, � sh, chicken), spices to taste

1/2 cup brown riceL arge salad or bowl steamed veggies with vinegar and olive oil

Dinner ENJOY ONE DAILY

OPTION 1:1 1/2 cups Ayurvedic Miracle Soup with 1/2 cup cooked quinoa and 1 cup � nely chopped greens

OPTION 2:1 Smoothie (see breakfast)

Turbo tea for a stronger brain!Scientists have long known that drinking green tea leads to better brain health. And new MRI experiments are showing just how powerful and immediate the e� ect can be. In a Swiss study, folks given green tea showed an instant spike of activity in the area of the brain that controls memory. In a separate MRI study, the more green tea folks were given, the more active their “memory centers” became. So if you’re prone to forgetfulness, drink up!

Diane’s best tip: Steep for 5! “Leave the tea bags in the water any longer, and your tea may be bitter.”

1 oz. extra-dark

recommended quart each day. How exactly did this help her shed an impressive 44 pounds in 12 weeks? Antioxidants in green tea speed production of enzymes that increase fat burning by 35%. And that’s just plain green tea. Dr. Suhas has you add lemon, which—per Purdue University research—helps us absorb 400% more of tea’s antioxidants. Dr. Suhas also adds ginger; a Colum-bia University team found that a hot drink spiked with ginger doubles post-meal calorie burn. Bonus: Research shows staying hydrated reduces cravings. Says Dr. Suhas: “I tell everyone: Drink your tea!”

Bring more heat!Hot Belly also heats your metab-olism with these strategies . . . ● Breakfast fat-blaster! Dr. Suhas takes what is typically the lowest protein meal of the day and packs it with the metab-

olism-revving nutrient. He says this works best with our natural body rhythms; in fact, it’s been shown to optimize weight-con-trol hormones and reduce hun-ger all day! Bonus: Along with protein, you get berries, greens and spices crammed with fast-metabolism antioxidants.● Hot soup! Dr. Suhas encourages you to en-joy Ayurvedic bean soup (with a variety of mix-ins and sides) at lunch and dinner. Do beans boost metabolism? Yep! They resist being broken down in the digestive tract, triggering the re-lease of fatty acids so potent just one serving revs fat metabolism by 20% for 24 hours, say univer-sity scientists. And, like the tea, the soup gets a kick from spices proven to spike metabolism by up to 25% for two hours! ● Hot supplements! Ayurveda’s most common herb-al supplements turn up your

thermostat higher still. The fi rst, called triphala, is made from three East Asian fruits. It’s been found to help the average per-son drop 11 pounds in 12 weeks without dieting, likely because it’s high in vitamin C—a nutrient linked to 30% faster fat burning. The second supplement—trika-tu—is a mix of metabolism-rev-ving pepper extracts, including one found to help block the for-mation of new fat cells! Both are considered very safe and can be found for about $10 a bottle on-line and in natural-food stores.

All the amazing things we’ve told you about the Hot Belly plan so far—they’re really just the tip of the iceberg, says Dr. Suhas. Try it for yourself and see. “After two weeks, you’ll have lost inch-es and, more important, begun to feel your energy and enthusi-asm soar,” he promises. “I see it time and again: A hot belly and happiness go hand in hand!”

immediate the e� ect can be. In a Swiss study, folks given green tea showed

In a separate MRI study, the more green tea folks were given, the more active their “memory centers” became. So if you’re prone to forgetfulness, drink up!

IT WORKS!

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Can I make my own menus? For 21 days, Dr. Suhas strongly encourages you to stick to his basic plan. After that, continue enjoying Ayurvedic Miracle Soup (or “khichadi,” available ready-made for $7 per packet at AyurvedicHealing.net) several times a week as you gradually include more variety. At non-soup meals, go for a mix of protein (tofu, cheese, eggs, � sh, poultry) and healthy starch (brown rice, beans, sweet potato) plus fruit, veggies and healthy fat. Continue sipping Turbo Tea, taking the supplements, skipping snacks and making dinner your smallest meal of the day. For more tips, check out HotBellyDiet.com.

Ayurvedic Miracle SoupThis recipe makes enough for

2-3 days worth of meals❑ 10 cups water ❑ 2 cups split mung

beans*, rinsed❑ 2 1/2 Tbs. olive oil❑ 2 Tbs. curry

powder (or more to taste)

❑ Salt

In large pot, bring water and beans to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in oil, curry powder and salt. Simmer 25 minutes or until beans are soft, stirring occasionally.

*They look a bit like split peas and are usually sold in the Asian section of supermarkets or with dry beans and peas at natural-food stores.

*Available online and in natural-food stores.

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