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- Portion Control For Weight Loss: Have Your Favorite Snacks And Still Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ram GuptaMost people are aware that consistent weight loss is virtually impossible without some form of diet control. Unfortunately, people get carried away by the temptation of short-term results and fall for drastic diet measures, that are unsustainable and counter-productive in the long run. One of ...
Views: 521 - How To Lose 10 Pounds Fast And Easy - So How About a Quick Fix Diet? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ram GuptaWho is happy about being overweight or obese? The answer, at least in most modern households, is: no one. Being overweight is neither desirable nor healthy. So, a lot of people figure, 'since I want to lose 10 pounds fast, the faster I can do it, the better.' This is the thought process that ...
Views: 605 - Weight Loss With Raw Food Diet - Is It Sustainable and Beneficial? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ram GuptaThere are far too many weight loss diets being advertised and marketed as sure shot ways to lose a ton of weight. But the question you should always ask is whether any given diet is sustainable and beneficial in the long run. It has been demonstrated enough times that you can even lose weight by ...
Views: 530 - How to Optimize Your Nutrition to Optimize Your Body and Mind - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ange AngladeEveryone has heard the expression, "You are what you eat." This very simple saying means more and more each day as we gain a greater understanding about how foods affect us. •The food you put into your body has an effect on your physical appearance, energy levels, bodily processes and how ...
Views: 1688 - Loneliness and Emotional Eating Part II - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Julie SimonChronic loneliness is a symptom and signal that you are disconnected from one or more of the three main sources of soul nourishment and sustenance: Self, Others and Spirituality. Some level of a positive connection to all three sources is essential for good emotional and physical health. In ...
Views: 1390(3 votes) - Loneliness and Emotional Eating Part I - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Julie SimonMy client Alexis (name-changed), a forty-four year old web designer, has been single her entire life. Without partner or child, she often feels invisible at social gatherings filled with couples and families. Her parents passed away in the last few years and as an only child without much ...
Views: 2084(2 votes) - Cleaning Up Your Act on the HCG Diet - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Dr. Julie MarchiolWhy Switch to Organic Foods on the HCG Diet? By making the decision to lose weight on the HCG Diet, you are also making the decision to get healthy. Part of healthy eating means switching to organic food whenever possible. There are a number of reasons to eat organic foods. Organic food ...
Views: 628 - Best Eating Tips for Rapid Weight Loss: Lose 10 Lbs In Two Weeks! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Riley DawsonAre you one of those desperate people who want to lose several pounds in a short period but can’t find the time to go to the gym? Are you out looking for some great eating tips that may help you achieve rapid weight loss, favorably like 10 pounds in two weeks? Without exercise, it is somewhat ...
Views: 606(1 vote) - 3 Easy Diet Improvements for Increased Energy - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Nick K3 Easy Diet Improvements for Increased Energy Your diet plays such a huge role in your level of energy, yet most people don’t pay much attention to it. A person with a well balanced diet will feel refreshed when they wake up, have a steady yet high amount of energy throughout the day and fall ...
Views: 1470 - If You Read Nothing Else About Weight Loss – Read This - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ofira ShaulMost of us want to “lose weight quickly with minimum effort.” It’s the predominant fantasy for the majority of overweight people, and very much in line with the abundance enjoyed by the Western world. The idea of losing weight quickly and easily is further encouraged by two other ideas: "Get ...
Views: 486 - Dieting Stupidity in the Quest of Becoming Skinny - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Scott Q MarcusStupidity in the quest of “Skinny” In the sixties, the main diet methodology was a purple collection of mimeographed pages covered with a lengthy list of foods and their calorie counts. Dieters were instructed to eat only 1,000 calories. Not knowing how to manage our eating (or we would not ...
Views: 1037 - Obesity - Small Health Changes Can Make a Big Difference - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalLife is tough for anyone who is trying to make healthy changes in life and it is no easier for people like you, who also desire to have the perfect figure. How can it be achieved, when we are bombarded with so much tempting food advertising, by females having those ultra-slim bodies! It is ...
Views: 1388 - What Does it Mean to Be Healthy? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThe answer to this question was made initially by W.H.O. (World Health Organization) "not being ill", until the implications of this statement meant that if you have chronic illness; you can never be healthy! WHO have now changed that notion, to incorporate more of a quality of life conceptual ...
Views: 1254 - Thinking Ergonomic Will Change Your Focus From Food to Healthy Living - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThe word ergonomic is used to understand the positive relationship that is involved between equipment, the human and the environment in task related activities of daily life. The relationship has to be positive for you to remain comfortable and successful in performance activities, such as in ...
Views: 1351 - Obesity - Strategic Goal Planning, Not Dieting For Permanent Health Changes! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWhatever we do in life, we immediately plan towards an action. It's not written out; we just get up and do it! That is basically how we operate in life. Now think of what you want to do, that will improve on your health. What you need is a goal. It is a direction, or a purpose for ...
Views: 1645 - Reduce Obesity Fast by Drinking Alkaline Ionized Water - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalI have already written an article about the importance of drinking fresh tap water instead of carbonated and fruit drinks. The main reason for this is because you are only drinking calories made up of sugar, which has no value to your body, except leaving behind acidic ions. If you are obese, ...
Views: 2272 - Understanding Obesity is Not About Diet and Exercise, But Overcoming Comfort Eating - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWhat is obesity? According to Wikipedia, obesity is described as a medical condition where excess fat collects around the body; causing adverse health problems that can reduce life expectancy". I though about this and questioned my family doctor, whether he considered 'obesity' to be a ...
Views: 1520 - The Sixth of Seven Sins in Obesity - Sedentary Leisure Activities - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 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 active and ...
Views: 1301 - The Fifth of Seven Sins in Obesity - Poor Time Management - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalIt is hoped that by now, you are able see the development of how obesity advanced in the western culture, with the advent of the motor vehicle. As I have declared, it is not entirely your fault; because the pattern has been driven by big corporations; for attracting families into seeing their ...
Views: 1401 - The Fourth of Seven Sins in Obesity - Changing Family Dynamics - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWe have now reached the fourth reason that is driving obesity in the western culture, 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: 1415 - The Third of Seven Sins in Obesity - Dehydration - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 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: 1444 - Get that weight loss through Hypnotherapy - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Jim LimHave you been trying for a long time for that weight loss you have always wanted? Do you struggle with your food cravings and weight control? We imagine you have tried every diet available and none succeeded; well, if this is you, then read on as you find out about a brilliant medical ...
Views: 640 - Top 5 Healthy Eating Habits - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ed StephensThin is not “in”. Healthy eating habits are not about starving yourself. If anything, healthy eating habits are about feeding our family adequately with foods selected from the five food groups (more about this later). When you adopt healthy eating habits and eat the right healthy eating diets ...
Views: 907 - How To Eat Out If You Are Diabetic - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Sandy PinkertonAchieving a healthy, balanced diet is one of the most difficult challenges facing a diabetic. Type 1 and 2 diabetics must always be mindful of what they are putting in their mouths. For recently diagnosed diabetics, going out to dinner at restaurants poses another, more complicated problem. When ...
Views: 499 - Benefits Of Dieting - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Indran ManickamOne of the most straightforward methods to fight weight issues is simply to have a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet. There is no straightforward reason why some people retain fat a lot easier than others. Needless to say, there will be quite a lot of variance when looking at it on a person ...
Views: 1820 - FREE Paleo Diet Salad Recipes - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Gail ColeWELCOME Free Exciting Paleo Meat, Vegetable, Fruit and Nut Recipes. Sumptuous delicious Paleo Low Fat and Low Carbohydrate Salad and Paleo Salad Dressing Recipes.Paleo Diet Low Fat and Low Carbohydrate bacon, vegetable, fruit and nut salad recipes. Salad does not have to be boring or contain ...
Views: 1790(1 vote) - Braised Cod with Celery - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from George MateljanThe combination of ingredients in this recipe offers a delicious flavor while providing you with an excellent source of health-promoting selenium, vitamin B12 and protein to your Healthiest Way of Eating. And it only takes 30 minutes for you to have a complete meal. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: ...
Views: 1288(1 vote) - The Super Fruits - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Brent P CullenIt is a known fact that many people these days are searching for different ways to lose weight such as eating certain types of foods that are high in fiber which will also give a boost to their immune system. If you can think of any kind of fruits and vegetables that are healthy for you and will ...
Views: 803 - Half-Way to the Top: Goal-Setting, Determination and Celebrating the Wins! - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Charlene SanJenkoAren’t We Always Half Way to the Top? The key to moving forward in life is clarity through effective goal-setting, persistent determination and of course enjoying and appreciating the journey and celebrating those delicious wins. Almost every Sunday morning is another ‘Grouse Grind morning’. ...
Views: 995 - Witness Protetion Program For Weight Lossc - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Charles RemingtonYesterday I received a phone call from someone interested in my help... As the conversation started the female voice said, "I need to lose the size of a person"... What she was saying is a need to lose quite a bit of weight... But my response surprised both of us... I said, "You need to lose the ...
Views: 1772 - Weight Loss and Mental Fitness - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Marisa TorringtonThis article is not about selecting the proper meals or doing 90 minutes of cardio to burn fat. No, this is not the point I am trying make. Don’t think I don’t believe in working out or healthy eating because that is not the case. What I am trying to convey to you is there is more to weight loss ...
Views: 960 - What’s Holding You Back from Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Marisa TorringtonWhat is keeping you from moving forward with your weight loss? Are you dwelling on the past of other failed attempts to lose weight? Has the excuse train made a permanent stop to prohibit you from starting a plan? It's time you find the answers to the aforementioned questions and start your ...
Views: 774 - Strategies for Deal With Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kevin CohenMany of us are emotional eaters, which means that we eat even when we aren’t actually hungry. We may turn to food when we are feeling stressed, worried, sad, or tired. In these cases food acts as a way to comfort or reward ourselves. Unfortunately, this is one of the number one ways that people ...
Views: 582 - 5 Quick and Healthy Breakfast Ideas - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kevin CohenBreakfast is the most important meal of the day. Most of us have been hearing this since childhood, but it now rings more true than ever. The food we eat is fuel for our bodies and minds, and a healthy breakfast can give you a great boost to start your day off right. Not only that, but ...
Views: 617 - Lose Weight By Speeding Up Metabolism - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Dennis AldridgeIf you put yourself on a very-low-calorie diet your probably not going to lose weight. If you drop a large amount of calories from your diet, your resting metabolic rate will automatically slow down, because your body now assumes you are starving. Depending on your level of activity or ...
Views: 614 - Paleo Low Fat Diet High in Unsaturated Fats - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail ColePaleo diet is a low fat diet high in unsaturated. Fats are macronutrients that provide energy for the body. The body stores dietary fats and carbohydrates. Excess fats and carbohydrates are converted in body fat. Our diets consist of fats daily. What is important is not the amount of fats you ...
Views: 1610(1 vote) - Riding a Bicycle is Cheaper Than Visiting a Chiropractor - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalYes, it is true that if you ride a bicycle regularly, you will not have to visit a chiropractor for erasing your sciatic pain. I can vouch for this, because I have suffered postural scoliosis in my spine since I was a teenager, caused from one leg being longer than the other by 3 cms, or one ...
Views: 1673 - The Second Sins of Obesity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 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: 1264 - The Second Sins of Obesity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 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: 1297 - The First of Seven Sins in Obesity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThis article is not directed to any woeful sins that you are currently enjoying that are causing your obesity. The sins are what is society is creating, that makes it difficult for you to lose weight. I feel that you need to understand what these sins are, in the hope that you can learn to ...
Views: 1319 - Determining Osteoporosis Symptoms for Immediate Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanWe often hear of the disorder osteoporosis and how debilitating it is as a disease. However, there are only a few who are aware of what osteoporosis is all about. Knowledge about the treatment is not enough for knowing the different osteoporosis symptoms and causes is also vital. ...
Views: 1354 - Lose Fat In The Stomach - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Claire W. LuskAre you worn out of losing weight then gaining it all back? Are you struggling to have a sleek skinny physique? You are not alone. There's plenty of wonder products & methods in the market but not all of them give a positive result. Most of them would lead to disappointments. There's ...
Views: 626 - 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) - Not Getting An Adequate Amount Of Chemicals In Your Diet? Eat Raw Food To Make Sure You Are! - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from William H Davis IIAre you consuming enough chemical compounds in your diet? Are you consuming an adequate amount of chemical compounds like: Polyphenols, Phytates, Sulfides and Thiols, Terpenes, Phenols, Isothiocyanates and Indoles, Saponins and Cyclic Compounds? Sound Crazy? It's true! The American diet is ...
Views: 899(1 vote) - When to Drink Water, When Losing Weight - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Gail McGonigalAccording to a study that was published on August 23rd 2010 in Canada, it was found in two groups of baby boomers who ate exactly the same foods in a one month period; that those who drank 2 glasses of water before eating a meal, lost significantly more weight than the group who did not drink ...
Views: 1072 - Mediterranean Pasta Salad - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from George MateljanCombine the fresh taste of vegetables and herbs with pasta for a salad that is full of flavor and easy to prepare. Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1/4 lb fusilli (corkscrew) pasta • 1 large bunch asparagus cut into 1-inch lengths, discarding bottom fourth • ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Weight-loss Workout - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Raghavendra KulkarniMost of us stay our lives like composed animals. Built to shift, all too often all of us put inside us the cage. We've physiques designed for racing throughout the savannas, yet we live a life-style made for migrating from the mattress to the breakfast stand; towards the carseat; to the office ...
Views: 600 - 10 Essential Tips For Healthy And Natural Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Riley DawsonSo, you are losing hope and fitness except those extra pounds on your body. You're looking for the best ways to lose weight permanently while staying healthy! Don't worry, you're in good hands now. I'm here to share you my top ten essential tips to lose weight healthily and make sure those ...
Views: 691(1 vote) - Drink to Lose Weight Effectively - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Greg GlaserWhen individuals desire to shed weight, the very first thing they do would be to steer clear of foods that they believe would make them gain weight. But the thing is, it’s not merely the food which you ought to be concerned about. You ought to also pay attention to the liquids you’re drinking. ...
Views: 622 - Changing Your Unhealthy Snacking Habits - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from sarah labdarSnacking- it’s something we all do but it’s not always what we need to be doing. Snacking can contribute to weight gain, especially if you aren’t snacking on the right types of food. For many overweight individuals snacking is a coping mechanism, which in turn causes them to eat more due to ...
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