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- Are You Addicted To Food And Eating? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Dingane .Are you addicted to food? While its quite normal to talk about alcohol addiction or addiction to medication its probably not that common to talk about someone being addicted to food. The reality however is that so many people are addicted to eating and its the cause of a variety of health ...
Views: 1861(2 votes) - Don't Make Dieting Your Resolution! - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Nicki AndersonEach time I turn on the TV or the radio I hear, "Lose 20 pounds by Valentines Day!" or "Lose all the holiday weight for just pennies a day!" And my all time favorite, "Do you suffer from abdominal fat? (duh) In just weeks you can lose the fat and get the abs you've always wanted!" Do you have ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - How Many Calories Should I Eat A Day?. - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Antonio MorffiPart I How many calories should I eat a day? How Many Calories Should I Eat A Day?...In order to know how many calories should you eat a day you have to determine your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR); Your BMR is simply the minimum amount of calories your body requires on a daily basis to ...
Views: 1860 - Understand the Smoking-Diabetes Link - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from FSB AuthorsCarole Willi, M.D., of the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, and colleagues conducted a systematic review and analysis of studies describing the association between smoking and the incidence of diabetes or other glucose metabolism irregularities that covered thirty years. The data was ...
Views: 1860(4 votes) - Shift Your Self Talk to Thin Talk - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Lexie MoonI'm sure you've heard that whatever you focus on, expands. Well this is especially true of our bodies. Think about it. You take your body with you everywhere you go. You are always aware of your body either consciously or unconsciously. So if you focus on having to lose weight, you will continue ...
Views: 1859(6 votes) - Holiday Turkey with Rice Stuffing & Gravy with Fresh Herbs - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2011 from George MateljanHolidays are usually the time we throw caution to the wind when it comes to what we eat. But you can enjoy the holidays without compromising health with our Healthy Holiday menu which has less fat and fewer calories—one-third fewer calories! Please read entire recipe before shopping or ...
Views: 1859(5 votes) - 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: 1858(2 votes) - A Custom Detox Diet Plan - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Cindy ClearyWhy is a detox diet plan an important part of cleansing? Everything you consume is incorporated into your cells. Your cells are the building blocks of your organs, blood, bones and skin. Truly, you are what you eat! Many foods, beverages and medications carry heavy toxic loads that weaken your ...
Views: 1856(1 vote) - Sugar Free Depression Foods - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Popa WoolseyRegulate mood disorders with sugar free depression foods such as Omega 3 Fatty Acids,serotonin,amino acids and low fat diet.With more and more people looking to nature and natural ways to care for their health, it is only natural that people are looking for ways to eat healthier while treating ...
Views: 1856(1 vote) - 12 Ways you Risk Killing Yourself this Summer and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 12 Ways you Risk Killing Yourself this Summer * With greater freedom comes greater responsibility, and many typical summertime activities come with their share of - often fatal - risks. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1855(1 vote) - How Do Metabolic Diet Recipes Help You Burn Belly Fat? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Andre SimonMore and more people these days are looking for ways to effectively lose excess weight as well as avoid the health risks that are associated with obesity. Looking into metabolic diet recipes is one way for you to effectively lose weight and stay healthy and maintain your ideal weight. If that is ...
Views: 1854 - Ways to Get Slim Doing What Your Personal Trainer Does - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanThe quickest way to get slim and lose tons of fat doesn't need to involve scientific jargon or a calculator. Many people jump on the calories in and calories out bandwagon only to be left disappointed with the lack of results they get from that approach. Dieters simply fail to manage their ...
Views: 1854(1 vote) - Your Dream Body In Just 2 Hours Per Week! - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from James HallmarkMost people hate the idea of having to exercise. They don’t like sweating, taking the time out of their day to do it, the motivation it takes to get started, the intense burning in their muscles during exercise, and the soreness they experience the days following their workout. And you know ...
Views: 1854(1 vote) - 5 Fitness Myths That Are Responsible For Thousands of Fitness Failures - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2003 from Jesse CannoneUnfortunately, many people are misinformed and are also misled by the many promises of the weight loss industry. Everywhere you look, you see or hear of people promising “Dramatic Weight Loss” with products such as “The Fat Trapper”, or “Exercise in a Bottle”. Then you also have the ...
Views: 1853(2 votes) - Are You Addicted to Sugar? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2013 from Julie SimonAre you consuming sweets daily? Do you add a sweetener to your daily bowl of cereal or cup of coffee or tea? Do you hunt for sweets at particular times of the day? If so, perhaps you feel powerless over your sweet cravings. If you’re like the average American who consumes 22 teaspoons of sugar ...
Views: 1853(1 vote) - Could your excess weight be a form of protection? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Julie SimonI recently saw the play Ruined at the Geffen Theatre here in Los Angeles. It was an extremely moving and poignant story of the sexual and emotional abuse of women in the war-torn Congo. In this fictional story, some of the female Congolese refugees were "lucky" enough to find work and shelter in ...
Views: 1852(1 vote) - Exercise and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from jimmy petruzziExercise and Weight Loss To lose one pound, you must burn approximately 3500 calories over and above what you already burn doing daily activities. This obviously depends on your weight at the moment, and other factors which contribute towards your BMR, Basic Metabolic Rate which is the ...
Views: 1852(2 votes) - Top Weight Loss Plan for Your Child - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from John PhillipThe sobering fact is that 1 in 3 children in America are either overweight or obese, placing them at risk for early onset diabetes, heart disease and even acid reflux. A sensible plan which leads to sustainable weight loss can prevent a lifelong battle with obesity and reduced self ...
Views: 1851 - Emotional Eaters: Who We Are - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Laurel InmanFor years I felt so much shame and guilt around being an emotional eater. Yet, that is just it. Emotional eaters tend to take on the weight of the world and feel more responsible than not. Did you get that? The weight of the world. The problem with emotional eating is when we gain extra ...
Views: 1850(1 vote) - *** Detox Primer - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Eileen ConoscentiShould you Detox? We live in a toxic world. It has been estimated that up to twenty-five percent of the U.S. population suffers from some extent of heavy metal poisoning. Solvents, food additives, pesticides and other chemicals can affect your mind and body and be the cause of many unwanted ...
Views: 1849(6 votes) - How To Shed Pounds Without Changing Your Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Steve BetsworthHave you tried a number of diets and failed? Maybe even tried some exercise only to find you lose a little weight but it comes straight back again? Well don't worry. There's a reason for that and in this article I'll explain why it happens, and how to combat it. Stress it not just a mental ...
Views: 1849 - The Benefits of Aerobic Exercise Over Diets - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2013 from Natalia MonastyrskaMany experts believe that aerobic exercise is not the right way to go about losing weight and keeping it off. There is evidence that people achieve short-term results including weight loss, increased motivation, and better overall health if they participate on aerobic exercise, though. There ...
Views: 1848 - Self-employed? How to stop overeating when you are working from home - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Melissa McCreeryIt’s a refrain I hear a lot: “I am SO busy – I just started a business/have a successful business/hate my job and want to start a business/times are tough at work and they just keep piling on the responsibilities and projects – there is so much to do – I can NEVER catch up – my email consumes ...
Views: 1845(1 vote) - 8 Steps To Ideal Weight Management - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Deb BixlerMost people today are actually sabotaging their body’s ability to maintain an ideal weight. The following is an 8 step plan that when implemented will result in more energy as well as weight loss. Take responsibility and understand what you are eating. Do not wait for the government to ...
Views: 1844 - Learn About Protein Powders - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comAs a former competitive bodybuilder, I have taken a wide variety of protein powders over the course of my career. From whey protein to casein to a blend of both, I have pretty much tried them all. But when it comes to protein powders, there are a wide variation in the quality that you can ...
Views: 1844 - Pre Diabetes Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Popa WoolseyControversy about pre diabetes symptoms concerning blood glucose,exercise,overweight and eating the proper foods.Pre Diabetes is the stage just prior to developing full-blown type 2 diabetes. It is characterized by three main lifestyle choices, and is notable for three main conditions that ...
Views: 1844 - How I maintained a 50 lb waight loss for 20 years - by Submitted on May 16, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriLongtime residents in Fairfield County may be familiar with the name Palmieri.After all, Filomeno (Phil) came to this country from Italy with his family when he was 15 years old in 1930. His father returned to his native country, but Filomeno remained here to shift for ...
Views: 1843(1 vote) - Self-Sabotage and Weight Loss: How to Recognize and Overcome It - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Karen WalkerThe 12-step programs have a slogan: The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. According to that definition, when it came to my weight, I was insane. Over the years, I counted points on Weight Watchers, ate frozen Jenny Craig food, worked ...
Views: 1843 - Why You Need Sea Veggies with Your Land Veggies - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesMost people know that garden vegetables are nutritious and healthful foods full of vitamins, minerals and important phytonutrients. Because of their nutrient density, eating your veggies is one of the best ways to prevent disease and premature aging. However, how many of you know that vegetables ...
Views: 1843(1 vote) - Vegetarians Beware! 31 Foods That Are Surprisingly Not Vegetarian - by Submitted on May 23, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/) Deciding to become a vegetarian is not as easy as substituting ISOPasta or other plant based protein sources for your previous poultry, beef, and fish selections. Sure that’s part of it, but there are so many other foods ...
Views: 1840 - Use The Following Steps To Lower Your Cholesterol - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2020 from Knowell LadnerStatistics shows that over 100 million American citizens suffer from high cholesterol levels. Levels that are over 200 mg/dL are reasons why people suffer heart attacks, strokes and have clogged arteries. Fortunately, science is advancing and today there are tried and tested strategies ...
Views: 1839(1 vote) - What is the Best Slimming Patch? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Audrey MSo what are the top slimming patches available to buy? Finding the best slimming patch is tough. But what's worse is that it is a hassle to head out for dinner with others any time you have to be on a diet plan, isn't it? The very first problem is deciding what to eat. And then you'll need to ...
Views: 1839(1 vote) - 15-Minute Beets - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from George MateljanThe beautiful color of beets also reflects their rich concentration of health-promoting phytonutrient antioxidants, which add free-radical protection to your Healthiest Way of Eating. They are also rich in folate and manganese. Prep and Cook Time: 5 minute prep; 15 minute cooking Serves ...
Views: 1838(1 vote) - Time Weights for No One - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Alison LongleyWeight is most often perceived to be a problem in and of itself, whether one is overweight or underweight. You have a problem with food, you eat too much or too little, you're too fat, you're out of control, you're a pig, and you're starving yourself. It's my belief that weight issues don't just ...
Views: 1838 - 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: 1836(2 votes) - Cantaloupe with Lime and Mint - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from George MateljanThis is a great way to enhance the flavor of cantaloupe. Prep and Cook Time: 5 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 cantaloupe (or mixed melons as shown in photo) • 2 TBS fresh lime juice • 4 mint leaves Directions: 1. Cut cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds. 2. Sprinkle ...
Views: 1834(2 votes) - Lose Weight with Hypnosis? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Alfred Bellanti“Aaah! How can hypnosis make you lose weight?” This is a common reaction I get, and it’s not meant so much as a question but as a sneer. This statement usually comes out of ignorance. The people that make this kind of statement don’t understand hypnotherapy or hypnosis at all. They think of ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - Health Benefits of Exercise – Reducing Disease Risk - by Submitted on May 09, 2010 from John PhillipExercise is necessary to remain healthy, as it ties together a lifestyle of proper diet, stress management and social interaction. Our need for regular exercise is encoded into our genes, as our earliest ancestors required short bursts of energy to hunt for food or evade predators. At the ...
Views: 1833(1 vote) - Healthy diet leads to a better and free sex life - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Fixxx MeSleep well, and do free sex. People who lead a healthy lifestyle have a better sex life, say medical experts quoted by the newspaper "WebMD.". "If you feel good, and your relationships will be better quality and better sex life", believes psychologist Karen Zager, New York. While all this ...
Views: 1833(1 vote) - Swiss Breakfast - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from George MateljanBreakfast is our most important meal and this Swiss Breakfast recipe is a nutritious and tasty way to start the day. It has a unique combination of sweetness and tartness and can be served hot or cold so it's a great breakfast dish to include as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating year-round. ...
Views: 1833(2 votes) - Effective and Proven Ways to Lose Armpit Fat Fast - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Jhon NapierArmpit is also called the underarm. It is the part of the body which is below the joint where the shoulder and arm connect. When excess fat is collected in this part, weight must be reduced all over in order to lose armpit fat fast. Since spot reduction is not really possible, when you start ...
Views: 1832 - If I need to lose weight and fast, what fat burning pills should I take? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosPopping pills is an American pastime, but if you have found yourself exclaiming, “I need to lose weight and fast!” I wouldn’t reach for the fat burning pills just yet. The age-old adage of good things coming to those who wait, doubly applies in weight loss efforts. Losing unwanted fat for good ...
Views: 1832 - Diabetes - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Elna KeeveDiabetes mellitus is a life threatening diseases that according to WHO (World Health Organization) will cause almost 3 million worldwide deaths per year! These statistics cause alarm, but the responsibility is still in our hands to take action against this killer disease. Diabetes mellitus or ...
Views: 1831(1 vote) - From 274 Pounds To UltraMarathoner Without Injury - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Ed MayhewAt age 46, Bluemont, Virginia's Susan Jennings weighed a health-threatening 274 pounds and "to be able to walk a mile or two" was considered a worthy goal. Less than two years later, in 2009, and 135 pounds lighter, Susan set a goal to run the Icy 8-Hour Adventure Trail Run -- in which she ...
Views: 1831(2 votes) - New Ideas For the Old Weight Issue - In the Battle of the Bulge Bring Your Cells to Your Side! - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Crystal DwyerDo you ever take the time to think about the relationship between your body and your mind? The human body that you have is an amazing creation. Each day thousands of old cells die off and thousands of new cells are made. Scientists have discovered that each new cell is vibrant and alive and ...
Views: 1831(1 vote) - IS THERE A REALISTIC SOLUTION TO EMOTIONAL OVEREATING? Simple Procedure May Help Melt Away Pounds - by Are you overeating because something’s eating you? Are you losing hope that you can conquer your emotional issues and finally lose the weight that you have been holding on to for years?
A recent online article at the Mayo Clinic website says you are an emotional eater if you are “eating as a ...
Views: 1830 - Is Your Metabolism Burning the Wrong Fuel? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezThe biggest reason people struggle with fatigue and weight gain is because they are burning the wrong fuel! They’re burning carbs and proteins for energy instead of stored body fats. The body is designed to burn calories to produce energy. It does this by burning calories from the breakdown ...
Views: 1829(2 votes) - What You Need To Know About Weight Control For Children? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mark PatrickIn the United States alone, an astounding one fourth of the overall population of teenagers and children are found to be obese. But despite this rate, it is still alarmingly growing. With parents and grandparents catering to their children’s unhealthy eating and bad idling habits, this is not ...
Views: 1829(1 vote) - The Truth about Fast Foods Mythbusters for Diabetes - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Amy StephensAlthough we don't recommend people with diabetes eat at fast food restaurants, diabetics need to understand the caloric & curb value of the food we eat in fast food restaurants. Here are few tips on how to eat healthy in fast food restaurants. 1. Chicken nuggets = Protein Chicken nuggets ...
Views: 1827 - 15-Minute Salmon with Tomato Salsa - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from George MateljanIf you want a great tasting recipe that also provides over 100% of the daily value for hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, try this easy-to-prepare recipe tonight. It only takes 15 minutes and you will have a meal you'll want to share with your best friends. Enjoy! Prep and Cook ...
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