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- The 4 Unexpected Ways to Flatten Your Belly - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Jena la FlammeFor years I lamented not having a flat belly. On one level, vanity fueled my desire, but on a deeper level, I knew that my belly was synonymous with the center of my body and the center of my being. I knew that the journey to a flat belly would simultaneously lead me to be in alignment with my ...
Views: 1070(1 vote) - The 7 Things To Look For When Joining A Gym - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2005 from Ray KellyYou’ve finally committed to getting fit and you want to join a gym, but which one? Unless you’ve been a regular at gyms in the past you really don’t know a good one from a bad one. A good fitness center has their members as their number one priority. They are customer service oriented. A bad ...
Views: 1028(1 vote) - The 85/15 Rule for Healthy Eating - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsBy: Dr. Tim Last night my wife made chocolate chip cookies. For those who don’t know it, my wife makes the best chocolate chip cookies in the entire world. She only makes them to torture me. She fills the entire house with the aroma and then the cookies sit on the cooling rack saying, “Eat me ...
Views: 4110(1 vote) - The Acai Berry - Not The Safest Method For Healthy Rapid Dieting - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Daniel WiggsThe healthy diet trend has taken the globe by storm. Hundreds of products are currently available which draw consumers into fast and drastic successes with virtually no effort in losing weight. One such product is the Acai Berry that is a somewhat uncommon fruit produced from the Acai plant. ...
Views: 1249(4 votes) - The Advantages of Taking a Multivitamin As You Get Older - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from sarah labdarDo you take a multivitamin? Why should you take a multivitamin? Are all multivitamins the same? These are all questions that you should ask before beginning taking a multivitamin. Multivitamins are becoming a more widely taken vitamin and mineral supplement that people use to supplement their ...
Views: 917(1 vote) - The Benefits of Dry Skin Brushing - Detox and Fight Cellulite - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Cindy ClearyDry skin brushing is an important tool for helping your body to detox. Your skin is your largest elimination organ. It releases a pound of waste each day and will be the first organ to show symptoms of imbalance or toxicity. The skin is often called the 3rd kidney because it eliminates a ...
Views: 3450(7 votes) - The Best 8 Aerobic Exercises - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from sarah labdarWhen most people think of aerobic exercise they think of the classes called aerobics that involves a rhythmical routine that is taught at the gym. Although this is definitely aerobic exercise there are many other aerobic exercises that should be mentioned when considering any exercise routine. ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - The Best Post-Workout Meal For Rapid Fat Loss! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from John AlvinoPost-workout nutrition has been an extremely well researched topic in the fitness industry. The studies have shown that ingesting simple carbohydrates with whey protein (in the form of a shake) assist in muscle building, recovery and in body transformation in general. Since study after study ...
Views: 1750(2 votes) - The best workout for each 6 type body shapes - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Ken YeYour body shape is often based on the features of your physical as well as the overall balance of your body. Men generally are described as having a H-shape or apple shape while women can be pear, apple or hourly glass. There are recommended exercises for each type of body shapes (hourglass, ...
Views: 625(1 vote) - The Body’s Metabolic Rate is Important to Maintaining Weight - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Tony SchwartzIt is well known that diet and exercise are key elements within the quest to lose weight. Diet, though, is especially essential and really is determined by the type of body. A persons metabolism plays a direct role in weight loss. The diet solution to weight reduction is utilizing a persons ...
Views: 1009(1 vote) - The cheapest way to stop eating junk food and start finding your ideal weight again. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2004 from Emmanuel SeguiYour health is your responsability. As a human being, you have the choice to put in your stomach whatever you want. It is YOU and only you that can choose what you want or not to eat. In other words, it is YOU who chooses to be slim and fit or not. That is your choice. You need to take ...
Views: 1600(2 votes) - The cheapest way to stop eating junk food and start finding your ideal weight again. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2004 from Emmanuel SeguiYour health is your responsability. As a human being, you have the choice to put in your stomach whatever you want. It is YOU and only you that can choose what you want or not to eat. In other words, it is YOU who chooses to be slim and fit or not. That is your choice. You need to take ...
Views: 1600(2 votes) - The Diet Solution Review - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Ryan ChaitoffDiet Solution Program is a dieting handbook written by nutritional professional Isabel De Los Rios. The book is among the most comprehensive and in depth nutrition manual available on the weight reduction marketplace today. The Diet Solution Program doesn't just educate you on the concepts you ...
Views: 628(1 vote) - The Failure of the Western Medical Model - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaOne Cause, One Cure The western medical model looks at illness from a one cause-one disease-one cure perspective. This is called allopathic medicine. If a person has high blood pressure, an allopathic physician may give him or her a drug to lower blood pressure. The doctor may opt for the ...
Views: 2593(2 votes) - The Fastest Way to Lose Weight, Get a Fast Metabolism and Keep the Body Fat Off For Good! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Jason ClemensThe fastest way to lose weight? Who doesn't want it? In fact you probably won't even consider trying to lose weight unless you get an immediate gratification guarantee... Believe it or not, getting a guarantee is no problem. There are many ways to lose weight fast...You can starve yourself ...
Views: 2137(1 vote) - The Greatest Fat Burner of 2011 - How You Can Lose Weight Quickly - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Russell DoustdarIf you have by any means ever tried to lose extra pounds in the past then you won't know tips on how to start this process. That is the rationale why one is advised to consult with their physician, family and their friends. The physician will be capable to give skilled and medical advice, ...
Views: 642(1 vote) - The Holidays and Your Weight: The Contingency Plan - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Tina ChristieCaveat: Only for the serious ——————————————————————- Important Information: This newsletter isn’t for those who have a history of, or currently have anorexia, bulimia or any kind of issue where you tend to starve yourself or obsess over food in an unhealthy way. If you restrict yourself to ...
Views: 2236(4 votes) - The Illusion of Weight - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Dorothy SealWe are all our greatest enemies, we perceive who we think we are and react accordingly. I look into a mirror and see at least 20 extra pounds that are not there. I struggle with diet, exercise and menopause and still see those extra pounds. We are the frustrated ones, trying to lose fat and not ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - The need for cellulite reduction - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from amanpreet singhCellulite is the fat that gets deposited underneath our skin. Accumulation of cellulite is often the first sign that warns us that our health is going to deteriorate gradually and that there will be further issues with our body related to fat. The fat deposit is most common in our lower abdomen ...
Views: 842(1 vote) - The Obesity Crisis – What You Need To Know About Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Geoffrey JohnsonThe Obesity Crisis is mainly a western phenomenon that afflicts the wellbeing and good health of hundreds of millions across the USA and Europe. To understand how this happened we need to look back at some of the dynamic social changes that have impacted on western societies since the end of ...
Views: 943(1 vote) - The Obesity Epidemic: How To Avoid The Coming Whirlwind - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2004 from Kathryn O'NeillThe statistics are terrifying. The World Health Organization labels obesity an epidemic. The International Obesity Taskforce labels it a fully global epidemic - a pandemic. Two out of every 3 Americans are overweight. One out of every 3 is obese. Even our kids are affected with an ...
Views: 1661(1 vote) - The Perfect Diet - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Sean BarkerThe Perfect Diet This makes for a great magazine headline on your nearest news stand but unfortunately you become disappointed and confused once you flip through the pages. Wether it's the magical Acai or Gogi berry one week, or the raw, cooked or frozen diet the next, it's all a marketing ...
Views: 2504(1 vote) - The Real Secrets To Long-Term Weight Control - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Joanne JacksonNow that the holiday season is over, many people may be noticing their clothes have gotten a little tighter around the waist and perhaps gained a few extra pounds from over-indulging. Some will have made New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and some will have made the resolution to get more ...
Views: 1425(1 vote) - The Real Way to Lose Belly Fat - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Julie BarrosMany people believe that by doing 100 abdominal exercises and a ton of crunches they will automatically get a flat stomach. The truth is, to lose belly fat you need much more than ab exercises. After all, if you have rock hard abs hidden behind belly fat all the abdominal exercises in the ...
Views: 5994(1 vote) - The Revelation: How To Decrease Weight With Lose Weight Fast Diet - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from James GivensLosing weight and achieving the right and ideal body weight is not an easy task to do and accomplish. You need to follow the right diet, have ample exercise and determination for you to be successful in the long run. Remember that not all diets available in the market today can achieve a faster ...
Views: 892(1 vote) - The Secret Ecology of Lasting Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Jena la Flamme"If I really put my mind to it, I can do it this time," I told myself. Here I was, having yet another talk with myself about my resolve to exert more discipline, more willpower, and more commitment to my elusive weight loss goal. I was psyching myself up to grit my teeth to temptation, to say ...
Views: 1161(1 vote) - The Secret to Achieving your Perfect Weight - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Diane NessBob Proctor, the star of the popular movie “The Secret,” has brought together a team of weight management, mind, and nutrition and fitness experts to design the Perfect Weight program. This is a life changing program and has been specifically designed to develop new eating habits, assess ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - The Secret To Losing Weight - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Dino RualesLosing weight is really not that difficult. It just needs a person’s conviction and dedication. So first step if you want to lose weight, you have to really want it. That’s the problem with most people. They know they have a weight problem, they start feeling miserable about themselves but they ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - The Skinny on Fat Stores Reduction - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from James FairfieldAs the body ages, fat begins to find its way to places not so much of our choosing. If you've been battling problem fat areas on your hips, stomach or even back, the good news is that yes, it is possible to make those problem spots go away. Here are three basic steps to saying goodbye to ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - The Skinny on Fat Stores Reduction - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from James FairfieldAs the body ages, fat begins to find its way to places not so much of our choosing. If you've been battling problem fat areas on your hips, stomach or even back, the good news is that yes, it is possible to make those problem spots go away. Here are three basic steps to saying goodbye to ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - The Stages of Anorexia - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauAnorexia nervosa is one of the most prevalent and dangerous eating disorders known to man. It is known to many in that it is characterized by the sufferer refusing to eat and losing extreme amounts of weight until they often resemble nothing more than a skin covered skeleton which can often lead ...
Views: 1260(2 votes) - The Two Fat Loss Requirements for Maximum Success - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Ted DeeLosing weight is simple, in theory at least. But actually doing it and keeping the weight off is far more difficult as many of us know from personal experience. And unfortunately as we age, our bodies slow down, and it becomes harder to lose weight. Many people gradually gain weight as they age ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - The Weight Loss Pill Touted As A 'Miracle' By The UK Media - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Audrey MYou have been on a weight loss diet plan, right? The same as everybody else? Almost everyone has tried to diet and control their eating habits at some point. Many individuals have done it several times. Unfortunately, the "diet thing" appears to work the same way for everyone. You choose a diet ...
Views: 938(2 votes) - The World’s Best Kept Secrets for Fat Loss - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Emile JarreauOkay I'm going to go ahead and admit that the title of this article sounds like a late night infomercial you might've caught part of last Saturday night. But the fact is I am going to reveal the world's best kept secrets for fat loss; whether or not you choose to heed the advice is up to ...
Views: 887(1 vote) - Tips for Healthy Foods - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2011 from Ketan PatelThere is a saying “our body is our temple and we need to take proper care of it to lead a healthy life”. Good food habits are the basic to build your body and lead a happy and healthy life. In this technological world everything is machine made and food items also didn’t escape from it. Once you ...
Views: 608(1 vote) - Tips on How to Lose Weight Permanently - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from kathy allenMany, many American adults are trying to lose weight for different reasons. They might want to fit into that lovely dress of theirs on a special day, or perhaps they are preparing themselves for a beach holiday in Hawaii. Some of them want to make a bigger change and start living a healthier ...
Views: 674(1 vote) - Tips on How to Lose Weight Properly - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Tony SchwartzThe absolute best diets entail consuming much less and exercising more. Normal demands and stresses within life may be a detriment to any weight reduction goal. There are specific suggestions, which numerous doctors agree on, which will help the body take in fewer calories and, therefore, lose ...
Views: 1675(2 votes) - Tips On Using Apple Cider Vinegar - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from paul empeyWhat some people may not realize is that there could be several uses for apple cider vinegar. It may be used as a natural beauty agent for some people or added to a meal. Furthermore, this ingredient can be added into many meals that can then be eaten. For those who could be wanting to lose ...
Views: 1135(1 vote) - Tips to Reduce Your Extra Weight - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Mary VargheseWeight loss is simple and effortless if you follow the following tips. If you wish to reduce your weight then you should be ready to work for it. Herbal weight control medicines will help you to reduce your weight. The natural appetite suppressors present in the herbs will make it easy for you ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - Top 10 Reasons To Avoid Soy - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joy Houston. . PUT DOWN THAT SOY LATTE DOWN and READ THIS... I hate to rain on anyone's parade when it comes to dietary changes they are proud of, but I feel compelled to debunk the myth that soy is a healthy choice. If you are consuming processed soy products including SOY MILK and you think you ...
Views: 2011(2 votes) - Top 10 Weight Loss Tips to Burn Fat - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from John PhillipAs the number of overweight and obese Americans approaches three-quarters of all adults, dropping those extra pounds becomes a serious objective of many who are concerned with their long term health. For most, losing weight and keeping it off is a lifelong battle made more difficult with ...
Views: 2013(1 vote) - Top 5 Weight Loss Laxatives - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Greg FrostLaxatives were initially popular for curing constipation. Nowadays, these laxatives are becoming the talk of the town especially among dieters, who used them as another form of weight loss supplement. Here, we will recommend to you Top 5 weight loss laxatives, which you might want to consider on ...
Views: 6099(1 vote) - Top 7 Motivational Weight Loss Tips - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Cindy .HolbrookHere are some great motivational weight loss tips. They will not only get you started on your weight loss journey, they will help you to stay motivated and inspired. Motivation is the main ingredient that determines your success in weight loss. Ready, Set, Get Motivated ... Motivational ...
Views: 2134(4 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: 1327(1 vote) - Top Weight Loss Exercises to Burn Fat - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from John PhillipLack of physical activity and poor dietary lifestyle are having a devastating effect on our health and longevity. As the number of Americans falling in the overweight or obese range approaches 3 out of every 4 children and adults, health conscious individuals understand the importance of eating ...
Views: 1355(2 votes) - Triggering Your Fat Burning Zone - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezIt's the New Year, and aside from making more money, the biggest concern for most people is to lose weight, have more energy, and become healthier. It's unfortunate, but two-thirds of Americans are overweight and struggling with various health complaints such as fatigue, arthritis, diabetes, ...
Views: 2074(3 votes) - Tummy Fat - Why We Have the Extra Weight Around Our Belly - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2011 from Candice McInnesThere are a variety of reasons as to why we have the extra weight around our waist. Though most of us tend to think it is because we lead sedentary lives and eat the wrong foods [the most common cause for this weight problem], there are other factors beyond our control that can also cause our ...
Views: 1186(2 votes) - Use of Diet Pills by Teenagers Increasing - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Jen PageA study looking into the eating habits of teenage girls suggests that the use of diet pills in young women is climbing at alarming rates. Research conducted by the University of Minnesota’s "Project EAT" (Eating Among Teens) showed that 62.7% of female teenagers use moderately unhealthy weight ...
Views: 3133(2 votes) - Using Hypnosis To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Otis MarousekYou don't have to look far to find a diet that promises great results fast. There are also many exercise programs that do the same. A great many promises made by some products are completely false while some others do offer results. However, even those products that do help you lose weight ...
Views: 543(3 votes) - Valentine’s Day Inspiration — Eat Like “Diamond Lil” - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Golda PoretskyListen to the podcast here: Podcast Powered By Podbean Lillian "Diamond Lil" Russell is truly a source of inspiration and fatspiration. Back in the 1890's and early 1900's, Lillian Russell was uber-famous. She was a celebrated and beloved singer and actress, and a major sex symbol, ...
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