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- Are You Suffering From an Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen you’re in a normal, healthy mindset, you’ll usually know when you’re doing something harmful to yourself. In the case of people with an eating disorder, they will often have such psychological trauma that they no longer know what’s right, or they no longer care. In many of these cases, they ...
Views: 680 - Reduce Stomach Fat - Top Ways to Get Flat Stomach! - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Nirmala ChowLet's face it - a lot of people want to reduce stomach fat, and there are quite a number of ways on how to do it. It's really natural that most people have excess fat on their tummies because of eating and drinking, but it's also the most common thing that people want to reduce. Here are some ...
Views: 791 - DASH (High-Plant) Diet for Heart Health, Weight Loss and Diabetes Prevention/Control - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsReports from Harvard School of Public Health shows that a diet rich in plants lowers high blood pressure (1,2). It's called the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.) Other studies show that similar eating patterns lower cholesterol, help to control diabetes and cause weight loss ...
Views: 774 - How To Get In Shape Fast And Lose Weight With No Diet - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Ion AndreiYou can get in shape fast and lose weight with no diet by making a few simple changes to your lifestyle. You will have to make changes to the overall you, to give more importance to exercise you do and to choose more careful what you are eating. You don't have to starve yourself in order to lose ...
Views: 3630(1 vote) - Diet, Exercise, Stress and Diabetes - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezThere is a new study showing that the majority of people with type 2 Diabetes are not changing their diet. They are not regulating their blood sugar with their diet. They are eating too many of the wrong foods and not enough fruits and vegetable. What was astonishing to the researcher was ...
Views: 1720(1 vote) - 4 Empowering Solutions to Take Back Control of Your Body & Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Amy LundbergAs I’m pulling out and trying on my summer clothing lately, I’ve been having some negative thoughts around my body. Having some yourself? It has been an energy drain thinking about what I can and cannot fit into, and how tight these pants feel, and I haven’t even bothered trying on my shorts ...
Views: 1472(3 votes) - TOP DIET MYTHS – LEARN THE TRUTH AND TAKE CONTROL - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Amy LundbergI’m not sure about you, but as I slide my shorts on to go to Jori’s soccer game, I can hear a tiny voice inside mention to lay off the sweets. I recognize this voice and acknowledge it by saying ‘thank you for sharing, but that is not my long term solution.’ Do you have experiences like ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - Lose Weight & Inches in 10 Days – the Natural Diet From Years of Research - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanI have tried all sorts of diets in the past but I was never impressed by any of them. After years of experimenting I discovered a very powerful way to lose weight and reduce fat. This could be the most important article you ever read about dieting so do yourself a favour and spend a minute to ...
Views: 1255 - Top Trainer Tips: Walking 4 Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI really do love to walk, because you can walk anytime, anywhere, and it’s FREE—my favorite four-letter word. There is nothing that clears and works my mind and body more than an invigorating power walk at the beach in Santa Monica pumping my pink 2 pound dumbbells. Did you know that walking ...
Views: 652(1 vote) - Getting protein? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Michael SchaeferEveryone knows you need it, especially if you are trying to build up your muscles, but what exactly is protein, how much do you need, and where is the best place to get it? Well, each protein is a chain of amino acids that twists itself into a specific custom shape. Depending on the shape it ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - Top Five Reasons People Gain Weight Without Realizing It - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from William AndersonMost of us get overweight over a period of time without realizing it. Eating a few more calories than you burn, even from something "healthy" like a glass of orange juice every morning, can make you gain 100 pounds in five years! It's cumulative. Here are some common ways we start packing on the ...
Views: 9036(4 votes) - Six Ways You Can Help Your Overweight Child and Solve The Obesity Epidemic - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from William AndersonI was the fattest kid in school all my school life. It’s a miserable way to spend a childhood, or any time, for that matter. To look at me today no one would guess it. I’ve been at my ideal body weight for over twenty years. I’m a mental health counselor. Some assume I have no idea what it’s ...
Views: 3561(3 votes) - Types of Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere are many different types of eating disorders, but they are all characterized by an inability or unwillingness to maintain a healthy relationship with food. Usually, all types of eating disorders will leave the victim either underweight or overweight, and eating disorders often have ...
Views: 756 - Learn About Safe Fish to Eat - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comIs today’s fish safe to eat? The question shouldn’t be if you should eat fish, the question should be how much? Seafood is a key source of heart-healthy, lean protein, of which everyone should consume two servings a week. Not only is most seafood low in fat, it is high in protein. The ...
Views: 1306(1 vote) - Do You Have Fat Genes? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe have identified the fat gene! It is not just a gene but it’s a gene with a variant. It’s called the DRD2 gene. The variant that is heavily associated with obesity, alcoholism and addiction is the A1 allele. I believe that our ability to look at genes, which is relatively new, is the key ...
Views: 664 - I only have to look at a Hershey bar ........ - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Julie MannI only have to look at a Hershey bar ….. People who say, “ I can eat anything I want and I never put on any weight” are right aren’t they? So are those who say, “I only have to look at a Hershey bar and I gain pounds!” What is it that you are saying about your body and the way you look? ...
Views: 1688(2 votes) - How to Lose Fat Fast – There is a System For Everything - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanIf you want to achieve fat loss and get six pack abs you need to follow certain steps like anything else in life. There is a way and a system for just about everything and dieting and exercising is no exception. Below is my list of essential things to do to lose stubborn body fat fast. ...
Views: 1281(2 votes) - Become a Lean Machine or How to End the Dreaded Weight Loss Plateau - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Eileen Silva"Are You A Debbie?" People throughout the ages have been disappointed---even totally disillusioned --- about their ability to lose weight whenever they hit a weight level that was difficult to go below. Here is a typical weight loss scenario: Phase One: "Debbie" starts on a program ...
Views: 1277 - Ways to Save Money With Dieting and Gym Memberships - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanMost people join gyms with a clear mind of what they want. As soon as they sign up they hit the treadmill followed by a few crunches and hope in a few months time they will achieve their objective. There is a never-ending flow of people that are willing to buy into the belief that investing ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - Main Key to Reduce Stomach Fat - Lose Weight Permanently - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Nirmala ChowDo you want to know how to reduce stomach fat safe and easier? You are not alone. Many people, especially the ones who have a lot of stomach fat, their certainly need to flatten their stomach. But not everybody knows that tips to get that. Are you depressed because more solutions that provided ...
Views: 596 - I only have to look at a Hershey bar ........ - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Julie MannI only have to look at a Hershey bar ….. People who say, “ I can eat anything I want and I never put on any weight” are right aren’t they? So are those who say, “I only have to look at a Hershey bar and I gain pounds!” What is it that you are saying about your body and the way you look? ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - What is your Fat really saying to you? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Karen BurtonIf you could talk to your fat, what would it tell you? Would it say, “I’m just really stressed and I can’t think of anywhere else to go,” or would it say something more like, “Remember that bad breakup last year, well I’m here to protect you so that won’t happen again.” Break ups, ...
Views: 1762(1 vote) - Metabolism Boosters the Fun Way - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Julie BarrosDo you want to rev up your calorie burn and have fun at the same time? Well exercise is one of the best natural metabolism boosters. But when you think of working out, you usually don't think of fun. Well time to think outside the box and the gym and start having fun sweating off calories and ...
Views: 1861(2 votes) - How To Get Rid Of Love Handles The Easy Way - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Tim RyanFirst of all let us just clarify what love handles actually are. They are the area around the side of your stomach that tends to stick out on people who are a bit overweight. They are near the top of many people list of things to get rid of as they are so unsightly in nature. So, how to get ...
Views: 1267 - My True Weight-Loss Story - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Yannick GirardI thought it might be fun that I shared a part of my life with you guys. I'm 27 years old now and I have been in good shape for almost 2 years now. But that wasn't always the case! In fact, 2 years ago I was really overweight. I was 75 pounds too heavy. Yes I know that eating fast food and ...
Views: 1379 - Weightloss and the Ego/Inner Child - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Jelaila StarrLosing weight is a funny thing and a great mystery to so many of us. What makes us lose weight? What makes us gain weight? It seems that there are as many answers and there are people. Throughout this article I wish to share with you a perspective that has allowed me to lose weight and a bit ...
Views: 2905(2 votes) - Time to Get Real If You Want to Achieve Fat Loss Before Your Next Birthday - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanNo one I know is immune to the following: Processed food Junk food Consuming excessive calories Eating the wrong kind of calories Leading a sedentary lifestyle Not managing stress levels Very few of us can get away with contributing zero time to regular exercise and eat any type of ...
Views: 1098 - Quick and Easy Tips to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Georgina Salgado Chavez ND LAc HtThese days, obesity is on the rise and almost everyone seems to be trying—and failing – to diet. What’s the secret to weight loss? It isn’t dieting, according to health and wellness expert Georgina Salgado Chavez. Using a holistic model, Chavez shows you why this age-old problem now ...
Views: 1196 - The Gluten Free Diet - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Gail ColeCeliac disease is an auto-immune disease that is triggered by the consumption of gluten.There has been some evidence herpetiformis is related to gluten intolerance. Gluten is protein found in grains like wheat, rye, barley and other related grains. Patients with celiac disease the lining of the ...
Views: 1088 - Why Diets Don't Work and Love Does - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from eva selhubThis is the deal. Food is good for you. Food has been demonized to a point where you cannot look at something without wondering if you will gain weight and without asking yourself whether you "should" or you "shouldn't." The problem is that every time you deny yourself of something, the brain ...
Views: 821(2 votes) - Insider Tips On Losing Weight Naturally - Eating Healthy - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Ion AndreiEverybody, especially those with extra weight problems should inform themselves about what healthy eating actually means. Eating healthy isn't only about counting calories, grams or fat. Eating healthy means also moderate eating, healthy meals with plenty of vegetables, at least five times per ...
Views: 2312(1 vote) - Would You Like To Enjoy Losing Weight? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lynn SmithDo you feel like no matter what you do, you can’t lose weight? You have been on every diet, tried to exercise, eat healthier food, yet the scale doesn’t budge? You wonder why you even try anymore to lose weight or get in shape. Even though there are thousands of diet books, weight loss ...
Views: 934 - How to Eat Healthy at Work When Things Don’t Go As Planned - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanI’ve heard the same excuses a thousand times, you are too busy to eat healthy or something comes up at work that prevents you from eating at all. Planning is the key by learning to become organised and manage time as efficiently as possible. It is the only way to achieve your fat loss goals. ...
Views: 1189(2 votes) - The Nightmare of Diet and Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe combination of diet and exercise has been touted as the sure fire way to health and fitness for every individual in the world. Of all the diets and health plans and products on the market, nothing has been shown to be more effective than a comprehensive program of eating well and exercising ...
Views: 777(2 votes) - How To Get Slim - 10 Simple Tips - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Audrey MakepeaceWhat if an ad on the television offered the claim that by taking just ten easy-to-do tips and incorporating them into your daily eating plan, you could slim down without dieting. Well, you can take that one to the bank...Getting slim is just that easy with these few changes you can make to your ...
Views: 850(2 votes) - Foods that Burn Fat - What They Are and How The Work - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Audrey MakepeaceAre you trying to lose weight? Are you eating better and exercising regularly? Are you wondering what more you can do to lose weight? If so, you can eat foods that burn fat! There are several foods that are known to increase metabolism, which in turns help to burn fat and help speed up your ...
Views: 706 - Use these Slimming Exercise Tips to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Audrey MakepeaceMany people recognize that a major component to weight loss is to exercise. Of course, eating well is important too, but without exercise, especially as you get older, you are going to find that eating well is not going to do much for you other than perhaps keep your cholesterol down. If you are ...
Views: 710 - Weight Loss Basics -- Health vs. Appearance - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Ulf Wolf(Eighth in a Series) Narrow View Ask a child about death and he or she will look at you as if you just landed from some distant planet. Death? They may have heard the word at some point or other—perhaps when a pet passed away—but it means nothing, and has absolutely nothing, to do with them. ...
Views: 611(1 vote) - Emotional Eaters: Give Your Body What It Wants - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Liz CopelandJust recently I’ve been thinking about Nantucket. I don’t know why, except my life is in the in-between dream state where one phase is ending and the next phase hasn’t yet begun. So in a way, anything is possible, and I set myself the task of day-dreaming about what I might like. Which, when ...
Views: 1330(2 votes) - Dieting Motivation - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from gary hillMost individuals believe that calories are the enemy, since eating excess calories leads to fat, right? That's the reason why the majority believes the fastest way to shed pounds and getting thinner is to cut way back on calories each day. Most Weight Loss Programs use a healthy and ...
Views: 568(1 vote) - Weight Loss: Life and Death Begin in the Colon - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Eileen SilvaHidden Weight This might surprise you, but the average person who is neither overweight nor noticeably allergic to things is carrying around 7-25 pounds of dried fecal matter in the system. Overweight and allergic people may be harboring a lot more than that! The toxins from this accumulated ...
Views: 1271(2 votes) - 10 Days To A New You: Correct 5 Major Body Chemistry Issues - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Eileen SilvaYou Can Correct 5 Major Body Chemistry Issues In 10 Days. Have you ever looked at yourself standing buck naked in front of the mirror . . . and realized that age has taken its toll? Well, cheer up, because thanks to a collaboration of anti-aging scientists and physicians, it is now ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - Therapeutic Psychogenics: The New Psychology to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from William AndersonThere’s a new psychology getting rave reviews for its phenomenal success in helping people achieve permanent weight loss. It’s called Therapeutic Psychogenics. Therapeutic Psychogenics is a collection of “mind control” techniques I developed that helped me lose 140 pounds over 20 years ago, ...
Views: 4894(3 votes) - New Ways to Lose Weight That Are Not Food Related - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanDieters always assume if they are not achieving fat loss the reasons must be food related. This may be the case for some people but I can assure you that there are other reasons other than food for lacking progress with shifting stubborn weight and fat. Lets look at two of them. ...
Views: 1161 - The Best Multi Vitamin Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comNo matter what your fitness or weight loss goals may be, there is one critical component required in every diet and exercise regimen. The multivitamin is an integral part of any nutrition based program. For those of you who ask, “Do I need a multivitamin? I eat fruits and vegetables,” the answer ...
Views: 1753(2 votes) - Learn about dietary fats - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comFat has earned a bad reputation. When people hear the word “fat”, you can see them cringe at the thought of cellulite, love handles and beer guts, almost as if you are pointing to them as an example. While body fat may be a disgusting thought to many, dietary fats are an essential part of living ...
Views: 1577(1 vote) - What Can I Know for Certain? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Michelle MorandIf we have fallen into the behaviour of overeating, restricting or purging – in other words: If we use food to cope, we can absolutely know a few key things about ourselves that can really help us in our recovery. 1. First, we can absolutely know for certain that we struggle with insecurities ...
Views: 1515(2 votes) - Trust in the Big Picture - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Michelle MorandI was sifting through a journal from last year and recognized that many of the goals I had for my life last year have been realized and that the others are well on their way to manifesting. It occurred to me in that moment how incredibly lucky that makes me, and then it occurred to me that it ...
Views: 1729(2 votes) - 10 Little Known Reasons Why We Can't Lose Weight - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Lynn Baer, M.A.We all know the simple truth that when you consume more calories than you use, you gain weight. We might accept that the opposite is true, what we might call the basic rule of weight loss: when you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight. While this is true, there are other ...
Views: 1842(2 votes) - Life is BeautifulSubmitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Michelle MorandLife is beautiful. It is complex and it has many twists and turns, but it has a quality of freedom and the opportunity for constant self-creationism that, with the right mindset, allows each of us to feel exuberant, passionate, alive and fulfilled whether we are accepting a Nobel prize, giving ...
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