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- Getting Up and Out of a Chair Is a Therapeutic Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalIt may seem like a good idea, to have a chair where the seat automatically lifts you out; without having the struggle of doing it for yourself. However, I need to be cautious of buying gadgets to help yourself in daily living, because if you are finding this activity difficult to manage; then ...
Views: 1464 - Lose weight for life, think thin - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Terri DennisAre you sick of being fat? Let's get ugly and down to the nitty gritty when it comes to our patterns of eating, exercise, and health issues. "For your actions there are consequences." There are no easy paths to weight loss. Get over it. Toughen up and get started now. Once you lose the ...
Views: 1464(1 vote) - Michelle Obama, Pepsi and Kraft Foods: Here’s to You, Your Courage and Your Leadership! - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2010 from Gary S. GrossmanObesity is a national crisis. Our seniors are Fat, our middle aged are Fat, our teenagers are Fat and so are our children AND they are getting Fatter! You have heard the statistics. Thankfully Michelle Obama, Pepsi, Kraft foods and others are taking the leadership in reducing the sugar, Fat ...
Views: 1463(3 votes) - How I Took Over 30 Pounds Off Twice - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Marna GoldsteinOver the last 16 years I’ve lost 30 pounds three times – Once because I was overweight, and twice after my pregnancies. When I shed weight, people wanted to know what I did and they hung on to every word I said in hopes of crafting their slimmer body too. People would ask me “What ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - A Star Wars Health Analogy: The Effects Of Fat On Your Organs - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Nate CurtisFor a moment, let's liken body fat to the infamous Star Wars criminal, Jabba the Hut. Jabba the Hut was a grotesque, ugly, gigantic mass of jelly with a sadistic mind. He always had a harem of scantily dressed women, whom he killed and tortured without hesitation. Now, let's liken your body's ...
Views: 1459 - Are You Obese- What are You Waiting For, Join Biggest Losers Club - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Shilpi SharmaWhat is the right time of action?Think carefully about whether you need to join a biggest losers club for weight loss or not. Before you take action, calculate your BMI(body mass index) to know if you are over- weight. If your BMI score indicates that you are overweight, the best way to lose ...
Views: 1459(2 votes) - How To Lose Belly Fat In 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Trevor PoulsonDo you have trouble with belly fat and trying to figure out the best way how to lose fat fast? There are several reasons for the storage of fat. The trick is how you are you going to lose belly fat fast? Read on to discover some of the best ways to lose fat and appear healthy. Sit-ups are the ...
Views: 1459 - Simple ABC Tips for Guaranteed Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2017 from Richard RuhlingA is for Attitude as a key ingredient. Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, either way you choose, you will be right. So why not give this your best shot. If so, it’s the last time you will have to face this problem. A is also for Appetite Suppressant. No, not drugs. In your ...
Views: 1459 - Reasons Why Cardio Is Not Ideal for Reducing Bodyfat - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Liam ThompsonIf you only do cardiovascular exercises such as indoor cycling and running on the treadmill in the gym your body will burn muscle as well as body fat for fuel. This generally means that your will be lessening your ability to burn fat in the long run because muscle is metabolically active and the ...
Views: 1458 - Weight Loss Tips - 3 Ways To Keep On The Good Road - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2010 from Liz MitchellIf you are looking for ways to fine-tune your weight loss program or you are just starting out, how to lose weight tips can be a valuable resource. Staying on track for the first 2-3 weeks of a new diet plan is easy. When you stick with a new program for at least 21-30 days, experts say that ...
Views: 1458(3 votes) - 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: 1457 - 4 Simple Rules of Eating to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Joel MorelLosing weight is certainly not the easiest thing to do, but if you remember these four simple rules, you’ll never have to hop on the fad diet bandwagon. You can lose weight gradually (remember slow and steady) and keep it off for good. 1.Stay away from processed foods . These foods are ...
Views: 1456 - Healthy Sugar? The Real Deal... - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Wendy Montes de ocaHere are a few things you need to know about sugar and why it may be creating weight loss resistance, meaning, no matter how much you do 'right' the weight isn't coming off: 1. Isn't There Such Thing As Healthy Sugar Like Honey And Agave? One common response to being told to eliminate ...
Views: 1456 - Stevia - The Best Way To Tackle Diabetes - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2016 from Harshad JethraCutting back on one’s sugar intake is a commonly discussed issue. High sugar levels in our bodies accounts for diabetes, and sugar is also associated with obesity and being overweight. Alternately, sugar can have many negative effects on our health and well being. It causes inflammation, and ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - You Are Not Really In Control - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Richard ClarkeOur brains are wonderful things, when they work properly. They say we have two voices/people inside each of us. Your brain and thoughts can make or break your success in anything you choose to do. Not sure if you are aware but your brain has two levels of function. Things are ...
Views: 1454 - Using HCG Pellets In Shedding Those Kilos - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Ioventures IncGetting a wonderful and trimmed body can be hard to do. Shedding those unwanted weight can be difficult especially if you are very busy with your work. Enrolling in gym classes and fitness programs consume a lot of time. If you are a busy person, the desired results are surely difficult to ...
Views: 1453(1 vote) - Hazards Of Obesity - Physical Health Disorders And Psychological Health Hazards - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Peter FilinovichObesity is one of common health disorders found in today's busy lifestyle. Both physical as well as psychological factors play key roles in forming this health disorder. Genetics, low physical activity, insomnia and pregnancy are some common causes reported for the formation of obesity problems. ...
Views: 1452 - Some of the Easiest and Most Effective Ways to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraMost of us are time and again concerned about being obese, or maybe gaining some extra inches around the waist at random times in a year. The culprit could be our lifestyles; long working hours, stress, pollution, irregular sleeping hours, little or no time for exercise, or even issues ...
Views: 1451 - Proper Nutrition Is Key To Your Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from April KocherWhen you go on a diet do you think you have to cut out fat, carbohydrates, and or meat in order to lose weight? Did you know you should never cut these out of your diet in order to lose weight? Why? Fat is needed for many functions of the body. It is used for absorption of vitamins, ...
Views: 1450 - Brad Got Over Diabetes - And So Can You! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Harshad JethraI've known Brad since childhood. He has always been fine young athletic looking man. However as he got into his twenties, he suddenly started putting on weight. I knew had a slightly sweet tooth, but his sudden weight gain came as a surprise to many. He started working out to keep his ...
Views: 1449 - Less Sleep = More Weight: Tips to Reverse this Equation - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Bonnie GillerA 2013 study out of University Colorado Boulder suggests that sleeping five hours a night over a workweek and having unlimited access to food caused participants to gain nearly two pounds. Researchers found that although you burn more calories when awake, the amount of calories consumed ...
Views: 1449 - Tips for Healthy Eating On the Run - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2014 from Bonnie GillerYou may often find yourself complaining that “there aren’t enough hours in a day”, a common phrase used by every working person, mother and college student. With all of your daytime chores and obligations taking up all of your time, eating often gets placed on the back burner. But why should ...
Views: 1449(1 vote) - All You Should Realize About 5-htp Side Effects - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Edith MillanAs said by The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the previous 2 decades saw a regular increase in the rate of obesity in the USA. Not one state in the US has an obesity occurrence of under 20% since 2010. Wikipedia states that approximately 3 out of 4 Americans are either obese or ...
Views: 1444 - HCG Weight Loss Drops - Even If You've Done Everything - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Kris EvanHCG weight loss drops are incredibly popular right now and have helped many people lose weight. Reports indicate that you could lose as much as 30 pounds in a single month, something that would otherwise be impossible without dangerous surgery. All you have to do is take the sublingual ("under ...
Views: 1443 - Why Is Drinking Soda So Bad for Our Bodies? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalMost people think that drinking soda is harmless flavored water with a few bubbles that all the family will drink and quenches their thirst; making it an easy palatable method for drinking water. Think Again! Soda happens to be the worst consumable drink on the market for your bodies in terms ...
Views: 1437 - You Can Overcome Sugar Cravings And Addictions! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Mika MaddelaA sweet tooth makes weight loss even more difficult that it already is. A sugar addiction means that a person is physically dependent upon sugar. When a sugar dependency develops, your body begins building a tolerance and beating the addiction becomes more difficult. It's sometimes difficult to ...
Views: 1431 - 10 Ways to Stay Active in Prolonged Sitting - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic sitting is not a stationary sitting posture. It is designed to be a position of activity, where our body is active in productive performance. Our body needs continuous movement for balancing our spine on the pelvis, plus moving our upper and lower limbs in functionally active ...
Views: 1430 - Childhood Obesity Prevention - How to Prevent Obesity in Your Child - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Shawn HorwoodWith the ever growing obesity rate, parents are getting more and more worried about their children & preventing their child or children from becoming obese. In this article, I would like to share 3 ways that you can prevent childhood obesity in your kids. Some people would like to blame the ...
Views: 1428(7 votes) - Bad News For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2013 from Charles RemingtonThere is a knock on my office door, its one of my associates and he says, “did you see the news”? What news is that I responded? The shame your way to lose weight approach… I thought he was kidding until he showed me the NBCNews.com report on Daniel Callahan a bioethicist who is calling for ...
Views: 1424 - How panchakarma Treatment helps in weight loss? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2019 from Dr Nitesh KhondeAyurveda has different methods of treating various ailments and healing people suffering from the same. This certainly includes Panchakarma, which is regarded as the most precious gift to mankind by Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic experts and doctors often are seen motivating people to get a set of five ...
Views: 1424(1 vote) - 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: 1424 - Diet and Lifestyle Have a Greater Impact on Health Than Genes - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from Roosevelt PittNot a day goes by when I’m not bombarded with quick weight loss advertisements from radio broadcasts and billboards as I travel across the country. Americans spend $33 billion annually on weight loss food, products and services, according to the American Dietetic Association and, ...
Views: 1420 - To Lose Weight and Keep It Off, Eat More - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Lianda LudwigDieting to lose weight can be the most frustrating thing a person can do. 95-98% of all dieters fail to either lose weight, or to keep it off! Diets don’t work, and doctors who insist the only way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more, are actually giving their patients WRONG and ...
Views: 1417 - Obesity - What is the Answer? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Julie MannAs the number of obese people in the World continues to grow, we need to start to deal with the obesity problem effectively. More and more people are resorting to drastic measures in an attempt to resolve their weight gain. Gastric bands are becoming more widely available, but does it really get ...
Views: 1416 - The Truth About Your Weight Gain & How to Regain Control - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Karl Zimmer IIIIs there part of you that’s really upset with yourself for being in the shape you’re in - feeling guilty about the extra weight you’ve put on? Well stop it! It won’t help! We all see the commercials about the new foods with zero (0) grams of trans fats, or made with whole grain, or containing ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - What Is Ergonomic Balance? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic is term we use to create a productive, safe and efficient environment for the workplace, which for my readers is not exclusively the employment environment; it is also the home environment. Ergonomic balance is the sitting or standing position we use for safe, purposeful and ...
Views: 1416 - Lose Weight Fast - The Critical Element To permanent Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Steven RobertsonI know you might be tempted to just say what the heck, I give up, but you should never have quitting as an option. The one thing that may set success apart from failure is your ability to keep on track and stay focus. The growing girth of our nation is at a breaking point. If you happen to ...
Views: 1410(2 votes) - Diabetes: What is Killing African-American Women? - by Pharmacist and diabetes expert George F. Tohme and author of Lifestyle Makeover for Diabetics and Pre-Diabetics (Release date 11/19/2008) takes on a mission of helping people defeat diabetes Pre-diabetes and obesity which have become an all time alarming health crisis affecting tens of millions ...
Views: 1409 - Kid Faticide! Fat Kidicide! Until You Decide! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Gary S. GrossmanFat kids need our help. We tend to ignore this Fat epidemic. We pretend that they will grow out of it. It’s just baby Fat. Some do. Most don’t. Childhood obesity is so much more polite and politically correct. It softens the magnitude of what we have been avoiding for decades. It is an ...
Views: 1409(3 votes) - Overweight Kids Become Obese Adults - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from richard LipmanObese Kids Become Obese Adults Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when a child is well above the normal weight for his or her age and height. Childhood obesity is particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start kids on ...
Views: 1409 - Some Exciting Facts About Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2016 from Harshad JethraMany of us are deeply concerned about weight loss and appearance. Some of us are even on a lookout for the easiest way to lose weight. With weight loss, one looks better, the appearance improves, one is more confident. So then one is happier about going out, meeting people, maybe even taking ...
Views: 1409 - 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: 1409 - Mindful Eating For Stress Relief AND Weight Loss: The Amazing Paradox that Actually Works! - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2013 from Lianda LudwigTrying to lose weight is stressful! It’s stressful that you got overweight. Stress actually had most of the effect (not the food) of getting you overweight in the first place. Dieting and starving yourself to lose weight is stressful. And, over-exercise, and certain types of commonly done ...
Views: 1407 - Snacking is Damaging Health; Mrs. Obama is Off Target - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Byron RichardsA study published Monday in the journal Health Affairs paints a picture of children who can’t stop eating. They are addicted to junk food snacks and they just can’t seem to stop. They are getting larger and hungrier by the minute. They have three extra meals per day in the form of snacks, ...
Views: 1406(3 votes) - Switch to Organic-Grass Fed Beef! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from bradley brayIf you're an avid Weight lifter and Exercise on a regular basis then you should always know what you're eating and strive to eat foods that are of Superior Nutritional Value. Believe it or not, Weight Lifting used to be about more than getting as huge as possible. It was about becoming a better ...
Views: 1406 - Why is Obesity becoming common among youth? How can we avoid it? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Trx FitnessYouth of the old times were energetic and active as compared to those of today. Did you ever wonder why? This is mainly because of unhealthy eating habits and obesity. Obesity is becoming common among youngsters. Young people like eating fast food and fried food items like burgers, Pizza, French ...
Views: 1406 - Why To Follow A Paleo Diet - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2014 from Richard ClarkeLast Monday during a session with my personal training clients I was talking to the girls who have just joined one of my new group programmes. The group is there to teach exercise primarily but I would never train anyone without at least informing them of the basics of diet in relation to ...
Views: 1404 - Imagining food can stop you snacking - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Sharon StilesTelling someone to think about food when they are on a diet doesn't sound the most sensible thing to do. In fact most people find that if they think about food they are more likely to want to eat it. However, if you think about food in the right way it can actually reduce the amount you eat. ...
Views: 1403 - Exercise Methods for Obese Population: Is Walking or Jogging Appropriate? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Basil ButcherOne of the first recommendations given to an obese or overweight person is to add exercise to your lifestyle and a good start is walking or jogging. The aim of this blog is to examine such a recommendation. Let us look at the some of the bio-mechanical challenges of walking and/or jogging. In ...
Views: 1402 - The Real Health Care Crisis… - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsAs I write this, I am sitting on the beach in Jamaica staring out at the ocean. The moon is just above the horizon and is about half full and a burnt orange color. It shines off the ocean and provides the perfect tranquil setting. I just finished a Red Stripe beer, as is my tradition when I ...
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