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- Pump Up Your Pre-Workout Snack for Optimal Performance - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2016 from Bonnie GillerFinding the time to exercise is an amazing feat. Giving yourself the proper energy and nutrients it needs to get the most out of your workout is an even greater feat. The issue is that most people aren’t aware of what foods are best before enduring a workout. Here is some more information to ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - EATING DISORDERS - STILL A MYSTERY - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2024 from Marty LernerLet’s begin this article with an important “disclaimer” – namely no one has a definitive answer as to what causes an eating disorder and, more importantly, one definitive approach to treatment that offers a cure or is “superior” to another. Although I tend to subscribe to the belief a blend of ...
Views: 1788(3 votes) - How to Lose Weight and Still Eat a Wide Variety of Foods – Introducing “Catabolic Foods” - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Julie DohertyIt is often asked of me during my years of supporting people with weight loss and weight management - Do I need to count calories? If I consume less calories will this slow down my metabolism? This is not necessarily true, if you have been overconsuming calories by eating highly processed, ...
Views: 1113 - Think Outside Your Lunchbox: The Reinvention of Brown Bagged Lunch - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2016 from Bonnie GillerSometimes, coming up with a healthy lunch every single day can be too much of an effort to add to a stressful and busy week. When bagged lunch is too taxing, many people turn to take-out. So many take out foods, although seemingly healthy on the surface, can actually be loaded with salt and ...
Views: 1077 - A Healthy Gut Is Essential to a Healthy Weight - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2016 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczOkay, I'm about to throw you a curve ball. Ready? It's possible that the reason you are having such a hard time losing weight is because the bacteria living inside your gut are out of balance. Until recently, it was assumed that these bacteria (our microbiome) didn't do much. But now there is ...
Views: 832 - How Good Are Health Articles? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2016 from Peter MainMost people tend to appreciate that the internet carries a wide range of health article and related material, and most people would probably accept that some of this material is of a highly dubious quality. The paradox of the internet is that anyone can access virtually any type of ...
Views: 1725 - Lean, Healthy & Gorgeous: A Complete Plan to Detox Intelligently - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2016 from Jini Cicero“Detoxing is such B.S.” he smugly said across the table, and I suddenly realized why I didn’t like this guy my friend was dating. Among his know-it-all assertions throughout dinner, this one took the cake. My friend was discussing a recent cleanse she’d read about in Cosmo. Her date didn’t ...
Views: 993 - Toothless UK Knows the Cause but Talk Is Pointless Without a Plan to Cut Sugar - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2016 from Richard RuhlingSummary: There is little hope for better health in society until parents own-up to their responsibility of rearing their children by restricting their ability to get sugary foods and drinks. If local government in the home won't enforce better guidelines, big government efforts will prove a poor ...
Views: 1041 - 7 Reasons Your Detox or Cleanse Could Make You More Toxic - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Jini Cicero“Screw it, I can’t do this any more!” my friend snapped as we drove to The Grove one unseasonably chilly day (at least for Los Angeles) last January. “Let’s get chocolate chip pancakes and mimosas before we hit Barneys.” I sighed, bit my tongue, and gave her an I told you so look. You see, ...
Views: 898 - Weighty Issues: Food Choice, Portion Control, and Motivation to Exercise - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Connie BrannanIt seems that a large percentage of the population is thinking about their weight and dieting at any given moment, reading about this new diet, that new food plan, purchasing diet products, and/or in the midst of dieting. Our weight truly is a national obsession. So, why do diets and food ...
Views: 1660 - The Most Simple and Powerful Approach to Diet - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from David OrmanGo to any of the remaining bookstores and you will still see a huge number of titles involving the subject of diet. Each one proclaims to be the best. Or the most original. Or the fastest. Same case with exercise. Do this for 12 minutes and you too can look like Arnold. Or you can try to the 11 ...
Views: 1195(1 vote) - Powerful Prescription Diet Pills That Work - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2016 from Intouch ReviewsAnyone who is trying to get healthy and has done some research knows that excess fat accumulation around any part of the body can ultimately lead to an increased risk of death in the form of heart disease, diabetes and even cancer. This is a huge factor that most people wanting to improve their ...
Views: 801 - Low-fat diets no more effective than other diets: Study - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWhen it comes to weight loss, low-fat diets are often recommended, but new research suggests they are no different than other popular diets. Study lead, Deirdre Tobias, said, “We found that low-fat diets were not more effective than higher-fat diets for long-term weight loss.” The researchers ...
Views: 757 - Tips to Stress Eating (+ Stress Busting Foods!) - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczStress is one of the most common causes of overeating and weight gain. Can you relate? Your day gets busy, life feels overwhelming, and you find yourself (without much thought) inhaling a sugary fatty “treat” because you think it’s going to make you feel better – and it does for about a ...
Views: 772 - Diets Don't Work - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Kelly MartinThis time of year, we are often inundated with diets, cleanses, fasts, and programs that state outrageous claims saying they will “Change your life in 30 days,” “Lose 50 lbs in two weeks,” “Have the perfect body in 2 months,” and etc, all of which are, first and foremost, ridiculous claims and ...
Views: 2238(1 vote) - Can You Really Lose 23 pounds in 3 weeks? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Burak KılıçThe 3 Week Diet is a new diet promising quick weight loss. It's creator, Brian Flatt, claims that you can lose between 12 and 23 pounds of fat in just 21 days. It seems a lot, so do his claims stand up? Does the 3 week diet really work? The three week diet promises fast fat loss.Unlike some ...
Views: 1127 - Thе Fastest Wау Tо Lose Weight In 4 Weeks - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2016 from Burak KılıçWeek 1 Aftеr awhile I dіd ѕоmе research fоr thе rіght weight loss cure, tо gain ѕоmе confidence аnd self-esteem wаѕ а goal I hаd іn mind. I wanted tо lose weight rеаllу bad, аnd I hаd trіеd аlmоѕt everything. Frоm diet pills, tо eating healthy foods, аnd gоіng tо thе gym TWO times а day! I ...
Views: 910 - Is Smoothie Sabotage Ruining Your Diet? Avoid These 4 Biggest Pitfalls - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Emily MorrisFruit smoothies are often advertised as a great healthy way to lose weight, or to supplement your diet with a nutritious drink. However, if you’re not on the lookout for smoothie sabotage, these fruity drinks can do more harm than good. Fortunately, if you learn the right way to blend with this ...
Views: 1224 - Trying to Lose Weight? Don't Fall for This - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Janine GilardeA client came to me the other day with a diet and exercise plan from a celebrity trainer. The headline: "All you have to do is repeat the three moves below for 20 minutes and you will burn away the belly fat FOR GOOD. " The three moves included standing in place while punching as fast as ...
Views: 851 - 3 Tips to Heal Your Gut and Lose the Weight for Good - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Lynda EnrightWeight loss is as simple as eat less and exercise more, right? That is certainly the messages we hear in the media. And it sometimes may seem like an easier solution. But unfortunately, it doesn't always work. A surprising weight loss journey Janet (not her real name) is a client of mine ...
Views: 1237 - HEDONIC EATING AND EATING DISORDERS - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Marty Lerner“Hedonic Eating” literally translates to “pleasure eating.” It refers to eating in the absence of biological need or hunger. From my standpoint it describes a pattern of disordered eating that contributes to the current rise with eating disorders and obesity. With few exceptions it involves ...
Views: 1877(2 votes) - Taking Weight Loss Supplements during Nursing? Is it safe? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2016 from Sara BistonNow that you’ve given birth you’re probably anxious and wondering as to when your body will return to its pre-pregnancy weight. While weight loss supplements can help you lose a large amount of weight, it may be very unnecessary while breastfeeding as they can also cause a dangerous risk to your ...
Views: 3449(1 vote) - Resolutions for A Healthier You - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Michelle StewartWith the arrival of the New Year, I've had more than a few calls from clients sharing their resolutions and commitment to make changes to improve their well-being. These resolutions range from broad-based to the specific---more wholesome eating, reducing carbohydrate intake, monitoring their ...
Views: 827 - Manage Your Food Cravings & Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Patrice WoltersMANAGE YOUR FOOD CRAVINGS & LOSE WEIGHT! By Patrice Wolters licensed psychologist Cravings! We all get them—that desire for some fudge ice cream, holiday fruitcake, cookies, pizza, potato chips—you name it, you claim it, along with extra pounds that add up over time. Being at your “feel ...
Views: 954(1 vote) - Body Shaming vs The Media - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Sally ThibaultThere is no doubt that the media in general can create a damaging, unrealistic impression to how a woman’s body should look. The recent backlash on social media about the ‘Are you Beach Body Ready?’Billboard campaign in London, sent Twitter and Facebook into a meltdown, with a change.org ...
Views: 1015 - Benefits Of Healthy Vegetarian Diet - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Gaurang ChandaranaA healthier online diet program stops from assaults with a large amount of illnesses that include the intake of meat; meat or whether bright and is simple to maintain. A vegetarian is definitely a person who doesn't participate of its goods or beef. Nevertheless, pet products may be eaten by ...
Views: 1054 - How To Get Rid of Man Boobs – For Good - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2015 from George VlismasI’m sure by now you you’ve heard the term man boobs – an embarrassing condition suffered by a surprisingly large number of men today. What you may not know however, is how simple it is to get rid of man boobs forever by using some common sense health strategies. Here’s how… What are Man ...
Views: 1070 - Lose Weight, Gain Weight, Manifest A Body You'll Love! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2015 from Kimberley LovellAre You Ready to Fall Truly, Madly and Deeply in Love With Yourself ,Your Body & Your Life? To Release Weight, Eliminate Cravings & Find True Rhythm & Balance in your Life? To Connect With Your Inner God/Goddess? Would you like to; • feel comfortable in your own skin? • feel happy with ...
Views: 2444 - 10 Myths about Obesity and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2015 from Sara BistonIn the world today, the concepts of obesity and losing weight are receiving massive attention. This is especially so in America where the rates of obesity have hit alarming levels. It is therefore not a wonder that these two words have found their way to everybody’s mouth; from the experts to ...
Views: 1750(1 vote) - Lotus Leaf Tea and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2015 from Steven DeeLotus Leaf Tea and Weight Loss Lotus leaf tea comes from a relative of the well-known lotus flower which has been being used for five centuries for everything from diarrhea and stomach upset to circulation problems and mushroom poisoning. It has also been studied more recently and found to be ...
Views: 7714(2 votes) - What Are Hydrophilic Foods And How Do They Help You Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Emily MorrisIf you’re interested in weight loss, and hunger is your main enemy, you should take a look at hydrophilic foods. Hydrophilic means “Water-Loving”. Food that loves water? Sort of. It refers to the ability of natural substances inside the foods that soak up water, or cling to water. The two main ...
Views: 1571 - Ghrelin and Leptin – Hormones That Affect Hunger and Weight - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Lisa BakerWe all know that hormones such as estrogen, testosterone, cortisol and others greatly affect weight and hunger, but two of the most specific hormones are ghrelin and leptin. There are other hormones involved, too. Probably some you have never heard of. For instance, CCK, GLP-1 and ...
Views: 1372 - How to Keep Your (Diet) Sanity During the Holidays! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Danielle VenHuizenYep, it's here, Christmas season! While this is a joyous occasion for most, are you one of those dreading the stream of Christmas parties, office treats, and edible gifts? The amount of sugar can seem endless. Even for the most motivated it can be incredibly difficult to resist overindulging, if ...
Views: 866 - What is a Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2015 from Evan BornemanEating healthy is easy, as long as you know what eating healthy means. It isn’t just about what you eat but also about how you eat, when you eat, where you eat, and why you eat. Each of these facets is significant to your diet and will affect your overall health. Let’s cover the basics before we ...
Views: 1952 - Oh Baby! A Paleo Approach to Increase Your Fertility - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from Anup KiranHere’s where the cave people had it right. Without the distractions of Facebook, projects at the office, or Netflix, we really had our priorities straight. Eat. Sleep. Reproduce. Repeat. Right? I mean, yes we had to fight off some sabertooth tigers or oooh and ahhh at the creation of fire, ...
Views: 1232(1 vote) - How To Lose Weight – It’s Just a Whole Lot of Hot Air - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from George VlismasFinally, your hard work has paid off. Those hours in the gym - the sweat, the soreness, the shortness of breath, the dieting – it’s all come together, you’ve got there. You’ve reached your ideal weight. And it’s been worth it. You’ve made those long-term, healthy life choices with healthy eating ...
Views: 995 - TRANSITIONING YOUR FAMILY TO PALEO - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Anup KiranThe challenge of transitioning your family to paleo diet lies in the fact that you have to change the eating habits and preferences of several people at once. It becomes more difficult when dealing with choosy teens that have already developed personal liking for particular foods. Convincing ...
Views: 885 - Make Weekly Paleo Food Prep Easy - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Anup KiranThe paleo diet has in recent times been touted as one of the healthiest diets because it involves eating unprocessed, whole, nutrient-rich, nourishing foods. However, one of the major challenges when it comes to maintaining a paleo diet is preparing paleo food on a daily basis. Many people lead ...
Views: 1182 - Holiday Stollen: A Tasty Tradition - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Danielle VenHuizenI love this time of year when the doldrums of cold days and dark nights are broken up by some of our favorite holidays. Thanksgiving gets things started and soon enough Christmas is on its heels. The various holiday foods are definitely one of my favorite parts. It’s typically but once a year I ...
Views: 1045 - A beginner’s guide to meal planning - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Anup KiranLife can be so hectic that the time to cook is limited completely. This however need not kill the joy of cooking. Cooking needs to be one of the most fun things to indulge in. With some of the tips below you can be sure that you are going to have the best time cooking. Have a schedule- One of ...
Views: 904 - Tips to Prevent Holiday Weight Gain - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are trying to eat healthy for any reason — high cholesterol, weight loss, or just to feel better — this is a really hard time. Between the holiday parties, cookie swaps, and family gatherings there's just too much temptation. We have all seen the eye-opening statistics that the time ...
Views: 936 - 3 Steps Towards Body Love - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Bonnie GillerToday there is so much pressure on women to fit a certain “body type” and live up to unachievable standards. It can put a lot of stress on you when there are already so many responsibilities that you have to fulfill. It can burden your mind and take away from your happiness. What I often find ...
Views: 1466 - 5 Guilt-Free Holiday Eating Strategies - And a Yummy Recipe - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2015 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczAre you tired of feeling guilty for indulging in your favorite holiday foods? It’s time for a change. This holiday season, eat the food you want (guilt-free); and do it without packing on the pounds. That’s right! With a few simple painless changes, you can enjoy yourself minus the guilt and ...
Views: 1055 - Can We Officially Declare Carbophobia Dead? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2015 from Jini CiceroI have a friend who lost over 60 pounds on Atkins Induction. A year later, she’s kept off the weight and looks fantastic. Over that time she also became a carbophobe, evidenced recently at dinner when she asked our server to substitute her sweet potato for another green vegetable. “Why the ...
Views: 1050 - Why do You Crave Junk Food and How to Break the Vicious Cycle - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2015 from Mark VillarosaPizza, cheeseburgers, cookies, French fries and soda these happen to be some of the most addictive foods out there. Consuming junk food simply feels good and it gives you the satisfaction that no fruits or veggies will ever deliver. Why is junk food so addictive? Why do you feel powerless ...
Views: 1017 - 5 Tips to End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are struggling with emotional eating, you're not alone. I still catch myself doing it- just the other day I sat down in front of my computer and opened up a bag of Terra chips and started shoveling them in. I stopped myself before I ate the entire bag because I became aware of what I ...
Views: 1190 - 5 Tips to End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are struggling with emotional eating, you're not alone. I still catch myself doing it- just the other day I sat down in front of my computer and opened up a bag of Terra chips and started shoveling them in. I stopped myself before I ate the entire bag because I became aware of what I ...
Views: 1098 - 5 Tips to End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are struggling with emotional eating, you're not alone. I still catch myself doing it- just the other day I sat down in front of my computer and opened up a bag of Terra chips and started shoveling them in. I stopped myself before I ate the entire bag because I became aware of what I ...
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