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- Drinking Brown Sludge Equals the New Me?????? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Lori BurgerWhen I saw my fellow health coach, Stacy, advertise her cleanse, I was intrigued and repelled all at the same time. I was intrigued because everyone I knew was cleansing to get rid of the holiday pounds and repelled because I knew about cleanses and detoxes (and what I knew I didn’t like). A ...
Views: 1144 - Restoring Your Health Through Mindful Eating - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2014 from Bonnie GillerNow that the holidays and their distractions are behind you, have you begun thinking about how to restore or maintain your healthy eating habits and overall wellness? The holiday season can be stressful and cause you to order your priorities poorly. Instead of keeping health and wellness at the ...
Views: 1253 - 10 reasons to do Green Juice Fasting - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2014 from Sonja AppelThere is no time like now to start incorporating green juice fasts into your normal diet. This deliciously packed drink is mainly made up of all green leafy vegetables, fruit, seaweed (nori strips), spirulina and tender coconut water. It helps us to feel and experience new energy levels and ...
Views: 1513 - It's Freezing Outside, A Good Day to Sit On the Couch...WRONG!! - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2014 from Lori BurgerI don’t know where you live, but here in New Jersey, the temperature is below freezing and when I tell you it’s ungodly cold out, I’m speaking from experience. This morning I woke up to over a foot of beautiful white snow and all of it seemed to be piled up in my driveway. Since I never got ...
Views: 1265 - Trick or Treat...Not This Year - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2014 from Lori BurgerHalloween is one of my favorite times of year and also one of my most dreaded. I love looking at the changing leaves, getting apples from the farm and handing out candy to all the cute little ghosts and goblins. To me it signals the beginning of the holiday season and all the wonderful craziness ...
Views: 1152 - Paying Homage to My Crock Pot - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2014 from Gretchen ScalpiDuring the holidays my e-mail box fills up even faster than usual, with the latest deals on everything, including all of those "must have" small kitchen appliances. I'm intrigued by the soft pretzel or electric sandwich maker, but honestly I have neither the kitchen space nor the inclination to ...
Views: 1146 - Drastic Weight Loss Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaObesity is an epidemic and at the root cause of many chronic illnesses. Even being overweight can set you on a path of disease that can kill you. Fat causes inflammation, which leads to everything from Alzheimer’s, cancer, diabetes, heart attacks, joint degeneration and pain, stroke, and so much ...
Views: 1535 - STOP Dieting and Loose Weight - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2014 from Tom BlairHave you heard a story about a mother and her 10 year old daughter that teaches a valuable lesson? One night the mother was preparing dinner. The daughter was watching everything the mother was doing, from chopping up the vegetables to seasoning the sauces. Everything was going fine ...
Views: 1795(2 votes) - Weight Loss Diet For Women Over Fifty (50) Years of Age - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from perry anneIn recent years, the percentage of fat Women in America have been on an increase. As at 2007, 60% of Women living in America were reported to be Obese.Out of that percentage, 40% were people over or at the age of fifty (50).Older Women that are obese are more vulnerable to diseases, compared to ...
Views: 1995 - Breaking the Curse of Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2013 from Tali Shenfieldby Dr. Tali Shenfield, Clinical Psychologist Eating disorders are far more common than you may think. This disorder is the most common psychological problem treated by mental health practitioners. Eating disorders primarily affect women. Around ninety percent of people with eating disorders ...
Views: 17096(5 votes) - 'Tis the Season to Eat and Not Gain - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2013 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczDo you tend to gain weight during the holiday season? If so, you're not alone. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, research suggests that Americans, on average, gain about one pound during the holiday season and those who are overweight already will likely gain a bit more. So, ...
Views: 902(1 vote) - To Drink or Not to Drink this Holiday Season…That Is the Question! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from Bonnie GillerAre you aware how many calories you may be consuming from alcohol? Your “spirits” may be triggering weight gain. Drinking alcohol on a daily basis can rack up your calorie intake. For example, a 12-ounce beer each day can add up to 1,000 additional calories per week—that’s a possible weight gain ...
Views: 1076 - 77 Year Old Grandmother Achieves Target Weight - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Richard ClarkeI'm sure you all like to hear a nice story. (I read this story online) After the breakdown of her first marriage Brenda started putting on weight. When she reached 20 stone, she decided to go on a diet. Brenda now weighs 9 stone 9lbs and can finally fit into a size 10 dress. The ...
Views: 1462(1 vote) - 5 Easy Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2013 from Bonnie GillerThe holiday season is here and if you are concerned that you will gain weight like in past years, let me assure you that it doesn’t have to be that way. Holiday weight gain often comes from mindless eating such as eating fast without even tasting the food, munching mindlessly on hor d’oeuvres ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Combat Holiday Weight Gain with Some Simple Recipe Modifications - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2013 from Bonnie GillerIt’s holiday time and throughout the holidays we often serve family favorite recipes that are laden with fat, sugar, fat and calories. Indulging too frequently can result in weight gain, irritability, decreased energy level, and inability to handle holiday season stress efficiently. You do not ...
Views: 1437 - 4 New Weight Loss Terms & What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2013 from Richard ClarkeI have spotted some new IMPORTANT stuff I wanted to share today. I'm trying to remove the confusion which seems to surround the whole area of exercise and nutrition. This has meant that I have spent a lot more time reading – researching books, scientific journals and the internet. Every ...
Views: 1644 - 6 Powerful Strategies to Survive the Holidays Without Overwhelm and Overeating - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2013 from Bonnie GillerThe holidays have snuck up on you, I know! You were moving through your days thinking you had lots of time before having to think about the holidays, but guess what, they are here. With the holidays comes the stress of dealing with the holidays. You never really think about the stress until you ...
Views: 1246 - Addictions and Food - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2013 from Rebecca CooperOver the years I have been asked if there is such a thing as food addiction. First, let’s look at what is an addiction? Here is one definition: An addiction causes people to engage in a recurring activity that causes harm to the person. It is often described as a compulsion to engage in some ...
Views: 2323(2 votes) - 18 Foods You DON’T Need To Buy Organic - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Richard ClarkeOrganic eating can be more expensive than eating normal, so this list of foods in this article will be a lot easier on the pocket. Plus you will be safe in the knowledge that eating these foods won’t harm your health. The list of foods below will contain the least amount of pesticide ...
Views: 1735(1 vote) - You Ate What?! - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczIt's not always convenient to keep a food and exercise journal, but the benefits of doing so are invaluable. Being aware (every day) of what you eat and drink, as well as your physical activity, can make a big difference when it comes to losing weight, keeping it off, and maintaining a healthy ...
Views: 919 - Manage Your Weight With Reiki - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2013 from Janine GilardeAs a holistic lifestyle coach, many of my clients come to me because they want to lose weight. In addressing issues of weight gain; I take into consideration the underlying reasons of weight gain, knowing that it is about more than just the food people are eating. What I have found is that ...
Views: 2304(1 vote) - Five Ways To Make Calorie Counting Easier - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2013 from Shannon ClarkIf you’re on a fat loss diet at the moment, one of the top things that you must be doing if you want to see optimal success is making sure that you are keeping tabs on how many calories you’re eating throughout the day. Whether you like it or not, your calorie intake is going to be one of ...
Views: 1128 - Running vs Walking: Which is Better? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2013 from Shannon ClarkIf you’re about to embark on a fitness plan designed to boost your overall level of health and take you one step further towards your fitness goals, you might be trying to decide whether you should use running or walking as a cardio method. Which variation of exercise will offer best results? ...
Views: 1520 - How Important is the Glycemic Index? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2013 from Julie SimonThe glycemic index (GI) is a ranking of carbohydrates on a scale from 0 to 100 according to the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels after ingestion. Different carbohydrate-containing foods (sugars and starches) vary in their effect on blood sugar levels. Foods with a high GI are ...
Views: 1562 - ***Overcoming Your Love-Hate Relationship With Food - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from Michelle MorandIf you'd like to understand, once and for all, why you feel so frustrated about your weight and why your relationship with food is so stressful, this article will explain it all. Regardless of whether you are an emotional eater, a compulsive eater or struggle with an eating disorder such as ...
Views: 1664(6 votes) - Chia Seeds: Magic Bullet or False Claim? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2013 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczRemember Chia Pets? For those of you who are unfamiliar, these small clay sprouting figurines were a popular gift items back in the 80's. Add water and within a few weeks your chia pet would produce green sprouts resembling an animal's fur or hair. My favorite was Chia Mr. T. These days, chia ...
Views: 944 - Going Organic, Is It Worth The Bother - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Richard ClarkeMy parents told me, once upon a time all food was naturally organic, then “they” (the 'evil' food companies) started using pesticides and preservatives and they said “you can eat fruit all year round” and “this stuff is better because it lasts longer”, and charged us more for it. Now they ...
Views: 1801(2 votes) - The healing power of nature. - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Elizabeth Mauro“The human spirit needs places where nature has not been rearranged by the hand of man” ~ Author Unknown As someone who struggled with food, and weight for many years, I know that there is much more to overeating than meets the eye. I believe that one of the reasons that traditional diets and ...
Views: 1350(2 votes) - Are your words empowering you? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Elizabeth Mauro“Words form the thread on which we string our experiences” ~Aldous Huxley In the literal sense, words are used to represent to us what our experience of life is. Our words shape our beliefs, and impact our actions. They even alter our perceptions and feelings. In fact, ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - Are you STRESSING? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Elizabeth MauroWhen the Dalai Lama was asked how he maintains such good cheer in the midst of life’s trials, he replied… “If there is a solution, why worry? If there is no solution, why worry?” There is really no easy way to define stress, it means various things to different people. Everyone has their own ...
Views: 1124 - Travel is good for the Soul. - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Elizabeth Mauro“If we simply realize our infinite ability to experience, the thousand-petaled lotus will unfold before our eyes”. ~Michael Talbot Travel allows us the opportunity to slow down and really connect to other cultures and people. It encourages patience and requires releasing attachment to ...
Views: 1158(1 vote) - Score a Touchdown with Your Health this Football Season - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from Bonnie GillerAdmit it, as soon as football season hits you begin to crave Buffalo wings, French fries, and beer. However, what you are consuming while engaging in football activities may create many penalties for your health. One can even stand to gain a significant amount of weight during football season. ...
Views: 1229 - How Does Green Tea Help with Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from Rosa BiggThere are all sorts of ways to shed pounds and keep them from coming back. If you've been hoping to speed up your weight loss, you've probably tried at least a couple of them by now. More than likely, you have read any online articles or books on the subject. Dieting and weight loss is certainly ...
Views: 373 - The BIG Cholesterol Con - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2013 from Richard ClarkeIf you have elevated cholesterol and or take statin medication, you need to read this. Mostly we all think cholesterol is bad for us, this is because it’s what we have been told over the last 50 years or more. Cholesterol is often described as “artery clogging” and is used as an indicator ...
Views: 1604 - Don’t Fall Prey to Weight Loss Myths - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2013 from Don TonyThere are many reasons which lead to a sudden motivation in people to do something about their increasing weight. This is when most of them start asking people they know for helpful advice or simply refer the innumerous online resources. Sometimes, they are lucky to find weight loss tips which ...
Views: 610 - Fresh Vegetable Salads for Good Nutritional Value - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Sonny JuliusFor your daily lunch choose a fresh vegetable salad which is not only nutritional but also economical in these hard times. Whether it's a salad off a salad bar or one made at home it's an energy booster full of exceptional nutrition. It can help boost energy to complete your day on a high ...
Views: 1237 - Various Weight Loss Procedures You Can Try - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Marcus MillerAre you tired of the usual weight loss workout that you are doing? Do you feel that you are getting impatient already because you are not seeing any significant results to what you are doing? Do you want to find the most effective solution to your problem? If you answered YES to any of the ...
Views: 733 - We need to get back to the basics! - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Dawn HansDid you wake up this morning, look in the mirror, and say, “enough is enough!” If you did, I know exactly how you feel. I spent years going back and forth between happy with my body and “OMG! I have to go to the gym now!” I think we all battle the same exact thing: we meet our health goal, we ...
Views: 1073 - Lose Weight with Auricular Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Igor StilerBalanced diets and exercise regimens may not always work for weight control. Many people are finding that auricular therapy is effective when conventional weight loss methods fail. Obesity is now one of the most serious health issues worldwide. Balanced diets and exercise regimens may not ...
Views: 1592 - Benefits of Mindful Eating - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2013 from Dawn HansAs I sit down to the hot, fresh meal I have just prepared in my humble kitchen, I must take a moment to remind myself of my intention. My goal is to not inhale this meal like so many in the past. I want to fully experience the food I have carefully cooked and this requires a certain level of ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - The Benefits of a Gluten Free Diet - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Hilda MaderaThe gluten free diet has been brought to our attention due to the increased number of people diagnosed with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, numbers that are approaching epidemic proportions. Symptoms ranging from bloating, stomach cramping, diarrhea and fatigue plague those affected. The ...
Views: 1042 - 5 Tips For Pushing Through Plateaus - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2013 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczHave you ever hit a weight loss plateau? If you have, you know how frustrating it can be to stop losing weight even though you are putting in the same effort. The fact is most people hit at least one (usually more than one) plateau during their weight loss journey - it's normal. The main reason ...
Views: 953 - Advice for the Quickest Route to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Dorothy PalmerIt's difficult to shed weight when you aren't informed on how to do so. It can be hard to pick yourself up and try to lose weight again when you've tried many methods and failed. This article will give you the information you need to get started. It's common knowledge that drinking water ...
Views: 1474 - Ginger Papaya Salsa - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from George MateljanTry this quick and easy salsa as a great complement to shrimp, scallops and halibut...or try it on its own with baked pita chips. Prep Time: 5 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 medium papaya, diced • 1 TBS cilantro, minced • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated • 1 TBS lime Directions: ...
Views: 1661(2 votes) - Gluten Free Cake Mix Will Certainly Make Any Special Occasion Special - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from dorothy hasslerUsing a gluten free cake mix is a great alternative way to bake a cake for somebody with special dietary needs, whether it's a member of family with a gluten allergy or a friend that is concerned about their dietary intake. Celiac disease can limit the amount of gluten a person is allowed in ...
Views: 1121(1 vote) - Diet or Exercise: Which Should You Do First to Get the Perfect Body? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Lusie MarshalWeight loss has become a much discussed topic in recent years. As cases of weight gain and obesity increase, weight loss has become a necessity. Desperation by people to lose weight fast has led to the adoption of a wide range of weight loss techniques. In many cases, these methods do not work ...
Views: 845 - Setting Limints Means Delaying Gratification - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2013 from Julie SimonM. Scott Peck, MD, author of The Road Less Traveled,defines delaying gratification as “a process of scheduling the pain and pleasure of life in such a way as to enhance the pleasure by meeting and experiencing the pain first and getting it over with.” Most children learn the skill of ...
Views: 1502 - Detox and Cleanse to Improve Health and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2013 from Alina RoyDetoxifying and Cleansing are complex health choices that can do more harm than help if proper care and research aren't implemented. Fitness myths and health remedies are often rich in empty promises and results that seem too good to be true and frequently are. Knowledge and true dedication to ...
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