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- Planning for Successful Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from John PhillipThe best way to achieve your weight loss goal is to establish a realistic plan that you can incorporate into a new healthy lifestyle. It must be realistic and sustainable after you reach your target weight so you can maintain your results with minimal effort. Most people have a very hectic ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - Sleep May be the Key to Successful Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from John PhillipAmazing as it may sound, sleep may be the missing link to achieving your weight loss goal. The importance of a good night’s sleep is discounted by many people, yet the impact on overall health and body weight cannot be underestimated. The body performs many critical functions while we sleep that ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - Eat These Fat Burning Foods - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Russ TurnerHave you always been told that the only way to lose weight, to get the great shape that gives you the confidence to step out onto the beach or poolside and to attract others involves long hours at the gym or pounding the roads? I certainly was and I have lost count of the miles I have run ...
Views: 863(1 vote) - You are WHEN You Eat - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Lucille LathroppeEveryone knows that in order to lose weight you have to eat the right foods. But what many people don’t know is that it matters when you eat them as well. The time of day that you eat greatly affects your ability to lose weight, either by making it easier or by making it harder. There are a few ...
Views: 694 - Overcoming The Factors Of Overeating - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2010 from Mj DeeObesity is Americas leading problems resulting from overeating. There are a great number of woman that are suffering from obesity and can’t help but continue to overeat. What may be the reasons why people overeat? How can this be prevented? Is there any way to overcome overeating? These ...
Views: 964 - Fat Burning Foods - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Marketer SlodgeFat Burning Foods that aid in weight loss can be termed as fat burning food. These foods do not actually burn fat but due to their qualities allow the body to flush out fat that are stored as toxins. These foods would essentially have the following qualities: • Have a large amount of fiber ...
Views: 591(1 vote) - Fasting Diet - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Marketer SlodgeFasting Diet involves abstaining from solid foods for a period of time. Sometimes, juices and water are consumed to maintain hydration. Fasting diets have long been a part of many religions practices around the world with most religions boasting of a fasting diet at some periods during the ...
Views: 627(1 vote) - Diets that Work - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Marketer SlodgeDiets that work: A large number of diets are available claiming to help lose weight. It would be difficult to sieve trough all of them to reach a diet that would suit an individual. Certain specific characteristics should be kept in mind while deciding upon the diet to be ...
Views: 592(1 vote) - Best Way to Burn Fat - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Marketer SlodgeBest Way to Burn Fat. Society has instilled in us deeply that beauty lies in being thin. This has driven many men and women into crazy and fad diets that have led them to become weak and fatigued, looking gaunt and tired instead of looking good. A person needs to lose weight to get in shape and ...
Views: 603 - Belly Fat Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Marketer SlodgeBelly Fat Exercise: Fat accumulated in large quantities anywhere in the body is unhealthy and should be avoided. Fat accumulated in the belly or abdominal region is considered to be the most unfavorable and could lead to cardiac problems, according to experts. This fat also gives an unpleasant ...
Views: 627 - Exercise Easier to Drop Weight Faster - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from John PhillipHealth conscious individuals understand the importance of regular exercise to assist natural weight loss goals and to improve all critical parameters of health. A well sculpted body is usually a sign of somebody who eats properly, stays healthy and has a long term investment in their own ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Greek Yogurt Burns Fat! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from James HallmarkSo I was searching through my cabinet the other day for my probiotic supplement and realized that I was completely out. For those of you who don't know, probiotics are the good bacteria that helps your stomach function optimally. I'll go over why you should be taking these in just a little ...
Views: 1981(2 votes) - Health Benefits Of Weight Loss-Obesity Benefits Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2010 from Mj DeeHealth benefits weight loss in so many ways. First of all I would like to point out that there are serious health risks of being overweight, the more in obesity. Obesity is associated with several health risk and issues. If obesity will not be treated this can cause serious, take note “serious ...
Views: 714 - 7 Precautions That Should Be Taken With Phentermine Diet Pills - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Jennifer SamprossPhentermine Diet Pills have become popular appetite suppressant diet pills, which has proven it to be very much effective for weight loss programs. Its unique way of managing obesity by suppressing appetite has worked wonders in its users. With low appetite you take lesser number of calories, ...
Views: 740 - How Many Calories Do I Burn Playing Sports? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Joe MarescaOne of my clients had asked my how many calories are typically burnt during playing various sports. While answering the question I thought that this would be a great post for LackFat.com. So here they are: 1. Playing BasketBall burns 77 calories every 10 mins for a 123lb woman and 106 ...
Views: 3539(1 vote) - The Atkins Diet – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Joe Maresca. Robert Atkins’ weight loss program has been all at once the subject of derision, admiration, controversy and scrutiny. It easily ranks among one of the most hyped up diets in history, but not many sources will tell you what’s so good – and so bad – about it. Here are the pros, cons and a ...
Views: 1797 - Low Carb Plant Diet Assists Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from John PhillipAll low carb diets are not created equal. Many people understand the importance of losing weight to improve health markers and lower risk from heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer, but the type of diet they choose is just as important as the weight loss itself. There's no shortage of diet ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Key Weight Loss Nutrients - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from John PhillipExcess weight and obesity are part of a silent epidemic, as two-thirds of adults surveyed indicate they are carrying too much weight, yet are unable to make the necessary diet and lifestyle changes to achieve their ideal weight goal. The results of a survey conducted by National Public Radio ...
Views: 1456(1 vote) - Heart Health - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from sarah labdarHeart Disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. That makes learning about heart health a number one priority, especially if you are over the age of 40 or have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease or someone in your family has been ...
Views: 1136(1 vote) - Water/ Hydration - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Sheila KennedySome time ago I posted an article on Water/ Hydration on a site called Qondio, and this is an updated version of that article. How often are we told how important water is to us, and how often do we tell ourselves that we really should drink more water!! And yet in most instances we simply do ...
Views: 2003(2 votes) - Low Glycemic or Low Carbs, What's The Difference? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Chantel ClarkLOW GLYCEMIC or LOW CARB? WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? DIABETES IS ON A 600% INCREASE IN THIS GENERATION! As I mentioned in previous articles, carbohydrates are necessary and vital for energy metabolism. While severely restricting carbohydrate intake can have ill side effects, ingesting a ...
Views: 1053 - Tips to Control Emotion and Stress, Fuel Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from John PhillipAmerican waistlines continue to expand at an ever alarming rate, increasing the incidence of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia and cancer. Successful weight loss consists of three critical components: reduced calories from a well balanced diet, regular physical activity and controlling ...
Views: 1749 - Pros to the Showtime Professional Rotisserie Grill - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Joy FanessFolks often question, what makes the Showtime Professional Rotisserie Grill so unique. Well, I’m here to enlighten you of just that. To me, the greatest convenience is the size; it is a monster of a rotisserie oven. Furthermore, an individual can make standard sized meats 2, 3 or 4 at a ...
Views: 953 - Organic Diet Plans That Can Work for You - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Derek HollandHealthy eating is about feeling healthy, possessing more energy, and keeping yourself as strong as feasible. To do so, all you need to do is learn some basic nutrition facts, and put them to use. The first step to healthy and organic dining is finding ways to dine smart. An fundamental rule ...
Views: 1088 - Drinking 2 Glasses of Water before a Meal, Reduces Weight Loss More than with or after a Meal - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalAccording to a study that came out on August 23rd 2010 in Canada, it was found that in two groups of baby boomers who ate exactly the same foods in a one month period; the group who drank 2 glasses of water before their meal, lost significantly more weight than the group who did not drink water ...
Views: 2728(4 votes) - Embrace Your Destined Teen Fitness! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Matthew FlintonIt's summer time ... and I would bet you have been watching a lot of t.v. and probably spending countless hours on the computer... playing games or surfing the web. Well... this is a great time to begin your physical transformation with a few simple changes in your daily routine. I promise ...
Views: 1174 - Best Way To Burn Belly Fat – Avoid The False Instant Methods And Begin With Real Efforts - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Matthew JohnsonOver the years, people have been developing excess fat on their belly due to their uncontrollable eating behavior and sedentary way of life, but most of them don’t want to drop those bad habits; instead, they keep searching for the best way to burn belly fat quickly. Of course, many ...
Views: 751 - Less is More - Moderate Deprivation to Get Your Eating in Check - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from CB MichaelsThere are about as many schools of thought on the “right” or “best” way to go about weight loss as there are people seeking to lose weight. (Ie, a lot.) Because each person is different and certain methods will mesh better with certain people’s mentalities, I believe there is no one “best” way ...
Views: 1013 - The Weight Loss Dilemma - Why I Opt For Full Flavor Versus Low Fat - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from CB MichaelsWhenever you read those lists “Top 10 Tips and Tricks for Cutting Calories” or “6 Easy Food Substitutions to Help you Lose Weight” they almost invariably make the suggestion to “switch from full flavor goods to their low fat or non-fat counterparts.” Of course, on the surface, the immediately ...
Views: 921 - Crazy Weight Loss Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Donald G FarberCrazy Weight Loss Techniques There are lots of healthy and simple ways to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle. Unfortunately, there are also a lot of dangerous, wacky, unhealthy, and just plain ol' weird ways to lose weight too. Here are five weight lose techniques that fall ...
Views: 838 - How Bad Fat Programs Future Generations to Be Obese - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Byron RichardsA new study indicates that one major factor causing today’s obesity epidemic is the garbage fat diet of Americans for the past century. The Western diet is almost void of omega 3 essential fatty acids. Instead, high levels of omega 6 oils, such as corn oil and soy oil, have found their way ...
Views: 1222 - High-Fat Diet May Adversely Alter Your Brain Structure - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Byron RichardsIn a rather sobering study, scientists have demonstrated that a high-fat diet has the potential to drastically alter the architecture of the brain, resulting in poor circulation within the brain, down-regulated metabolism, and outright brain damage in areas of the brain central to appetite ...
Views: 1190 - Men and Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Amy LashwayEating disorders in men are more common than people think. Unfortunately, they often go undiagnosed for many years if diagnosed at all. The reasons for this vary from professionals in the field being uninformed about signs of eating disorders in males, to men being resistant to seek help due to ...
Views: 1730 - Does diet really useful to lose weight without hurt - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Alma CheneyWhen talk about losing weight, the most direct and simplest way people consider priority, and also seems to the most effective, just make ourselves hungry. So while we face to the delicious food, we must refuse the temptation, order us not pay more attention to the food. However the nutrition ...
Views: 694 - Lose weight and get ready for your wedding - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Menelaos ChristophiIf you ask a woman to tell you the most important moments in her life she will definitely include the wedding day in the list. This is the day that everything has to look perfect including your appearance and body. Preparations for the big day are very stressful and this situation for some ...
Views: 1000 - The Seven Sins of Obesity: The Final Conclusion - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalThis article is the final conclusion to the article series about the sins, or reasons for obesity in the western culture from the last seven articles. Let’s just go through the process of how it all started: It began with the use of a vehicle – a car for getting around, which immediately ...
Views: 2920(1 vote) - High-Fat Diet May Adversely Alter Your Brain Structure - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Byron RichardsIn a rather sobering study, scientists have demonstrated that a high-fat diet has the potential to drastically alter the architecture of the brain, resulting in poor circulation within the brain, down-regulated metabolism, and outright brain damage in areas of the brain central to appetite ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - How To Losing Weight without Dieting - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Ted DeeUnfortunately many of us should lose weight, which is a polite way of saying we are overweight. Even more unfortunately, most of us won’t, at least according to statistics. And of those of us that do lose weight, 80% will regain that weight. There are seriously health implications to being ...
Views: 950(2 votes) - Why Most Individuals Fail At Dieting - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Alex VicThe key ground many of women and men do not succeed at slimming is abscence of motivation and determination. It is considerably simpler to say I can’t, rather than I can. It is all too tempting to go for the cake tin instead of the fruit bowl, a lot of individuals will transfer all our ...
Views: 1001(2 votes) - The Sixth of Seven Sins in Obesity – Sedentary Leisure Activities - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Gail McGonigalFollowing on from time management skills, do we actually have time for leisure activities? It is questionable whether anyone plans to have leisure time, or whether you are like me; you just grab it now and again, when someone offers you a hike up the “Grouse Grind” or something else ...
Views: 2180(1 vote) - Paleo-Weight Loss-Low Carbs & Low Fat Recipes - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail ColeThe Paleo Diet is gluten, dairy and preservative free. The Paleo Diet is not limited to those that are gluten or dairy intolerant. The Paleo diet is a weight loss diet. Losing weight is constant battle. There are always new fad diets on the market touting rapid weight loss. We are in a society ...
Views: 3327 - The weight of wait - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Adele McDowellLike Oprah, I have spent my life dealing with weight and have recently regained once-lost avoirdupois. I hate that. I end up hating myself and then it’s that all-too-familiar battle of up and down, Monday is a new start, last hoorah Sundays and so forth in a addictive cycle that has its roots in ...
Views: 3552(2 votes) - The Paleo Diet vs. The Gluten & Dairy Free Diets - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail ColeThis article is dedicated to those that require a Gluten Free or Dairy Free Diet. The article highlights the differences between the Paleo Gluten/Dairy Free diet and a regular gluten/dairy free diet. The Paleo diet has additional food restrictions that encourages optimal long term ...
Views: 12879 - How a simple patch and a big idea can help you lose weight permanently - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Carl RoweAppetite control is the key to weight loss. The devil, however, is ,as they say, in the details. The details of appetite control are a highly complicated set of mechanisms and factors which all blend together in an incredibly nuanced way to create feelings of hunger or feelings of fullness. ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - The Fourth of Seven Sins in Obesity – Changing Family Dynamics - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail McGonigalWe have now reached the fourth reason that is driving obesity in the western world, which is not entirely due to the individual. I consider that the western culture corporations have designed this pattern, firstly by encouraging everyone to use a car for transportation, instead of their own ...
Views: 2357 - The Third of Seven Sins in Obesity - Dehydration - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail McGonigalAfter going through the first two reasons why the western population is gaining so much weight.; we come to the third reason which is dehydration. I am inclined not to attribute all the blame to you personally, because we live in a society where we are bombarded with advertising. It is ...
Views: 3599(1 vote) - The Second of Seven Sins in Obesity – Fast Food - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Gail McGonigalThis article is the second in a series, where I am trying to explain the reasons for the transformation of our size and shape into obesity. In the western culture, we have a market explosion of advertising in every direction that confuses life with 'need' and 'wants'. There are too many choices ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - How to lose weight like a celebritySubmitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Menelaos ChristophiThose sexy curves, nicely formed calves, and well-toned body are some of the things we admire from celebrities. At one point in time, we often wonder what they do in order to achieve and maintain such look. Were they born with such perfection? What are their juicy secrets to attaining such ...
Views: 1053 - Acai and Maqui Superfruits Comparison - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Alex VicThe impressive attention initiated by two relatively recent berries being launched on the industry is a considerable one. On one side is the reigning rank possessor, the Acai berry, which entered into the planet marketplace through the presentation of no less an exalted woman ...
Views: 3890(2 votes) - What It Takes To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2010 from Mj DeeMost working moms find it so hard to get enough exercise to weight loss for the fact that they are already too busy at work and when they get home all they want to do is spend time with the kids and family or “family bonding” as commonly called. The more these women need extra energy to do the ...
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