Celebs have long been dishing out their top tricks for keeping trim, with the likes of Victoria Beckham sharing her rigorous eating habits to sustain her slender figure.
John Goodman managed to shed an incredible 200 pounds by sticking to the famous Mediterranean diet. Meanwhile, star of stage and screen Mark Wahlberg credits a special broth for his rapid weight loss.
He dropped 10 pounds in just five days and slashed 20 points from his visceral fat count.
The “Ted” actor shared details of his regimen with ET. In an interview, he said: “Just bone broth and then steamed vegetables after the first three days and then a little bit of protein at night and that was it.”
Wahlberg also confessed to Ellen DeGeneres back in 2020 about the tolls of his previous diet while filming: “I was eating every three hours, but the last movie that I did, I started having some issues because of eating so much.”
He added: “I was eating so much protein, I was storing it and using it other than building lean muscle, so I was getting a leaky gut, so I just literally did a bone broth fast”
Bone broth, a rich infusion made by simmering bones and connective tissue, is heralded not only for its deep flavour that enhances soups and sauces but as a healthful drink packed with nutrients, reports Wales Online.
Animal bones are a fantastic source of calcium, magnesium, and various vitamins and minerals that are crucial for bone development and strength. However, it’s worth noting that only a minuscule fraction of these nutrients – less than 5% of the daily recommended intake – makes it into the broth.
Marrow is another excellent source of vitamins A and B, as well as essential minerals such as zinc, iron, calcium, and selenium. These elements are collagen-rich, which turns into gelatine during cooking and provides several essential amino acids.
It’s crucial to seek medical advice before embarking on any new diet or fasting regimen, as your doctor can help you understand the potential risks and assess if it’s right for you.
What is visceral fat?
While it’s necessary for everyone to have some body fat for overall health, having too much, particularly around the waist, can pose serious health risks.
Our bodies contain different types of fat. Subcutaneous fat, which we can usually feel, is located just under the skin and often causes concern.
However, the more dangerous type of fat is visceral fat, the hidden fat that surrounds our organs. The NHS states that visceral fat can interfere with your hormones, raise your blood cholesterol, increase your blood pressure, and reduce your body’s ability to use insulin – thereby increasing your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.