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- Cut High Fructose Corn Syrup to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from John PhillipAs Americans continue to fight a losing battle in the war against abdominal fat, newly emerging information from the Endocrine Society implicates high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) with the metabolic disorder which leads to diabetes and storage of fat around the waist. HFCS is found in virtually ...
Views: 4898(3 votes) - Detox Cleansing - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comRenewing your lease on life is what detoxifying cleanses are all about. Cleansing is all about empowering individuals with the knowledge, tools and techniques that enable you to take full responsibility over your own health and longevity. Lets face it, as citizens today in our modern world; we ...
Views: 1223(2 votes) - Detox Your Body, Detox Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Allison BiggarWe are ringing in the New Year with a widely broadcast wake-up call. Obesity is now the largest health threat to Americans. Over the last 15 years, the percentage of obese adults has increased by 85 percent. In order to lose weight and toxic baggage, we need to purge our body, mind and ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Diabetes and Nutrition - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Patti DavisDiabetes Mellitus, or Diabetes, is a metabolism disorder. Metabolism is the way the body uses digested food for growth and energy. Glucose is the main form of sugar in the blood and is used as fuel for the body. Most of the food people eat is broken down into glucose. Diabetes Mellitus is a very ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Diabetes Diet: The Low Glycemic Index Diet is Much More Than Just a Fad Diet - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Jose TalaveraA diabetes diet is crucial when a person suffers from diabetes. The low glycemic index diet is not a special food package but is just a little more than a diet plan for healthy living for people in general. A low gi diet is not a special food that is packaged by a pharmaceutical company, and ...
Views: 1062(1 vote) - Diets Don’t Work! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Monika KleinMany of you have heard me and many others say Diets DON’T WORK. Well it’s true. Of course the normal reasons people go on a diet in the first place are: Feeling unattractive Feeling unwell and sluggish Your clothes don’t fit Feeling very self-conscious Health scare Some of the ...
Views: 952(1 vote) - Do Something - Getting Past Paralysis by Analysis - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Mickey GlickI'm the first person to preach about getting the most out of your exercise time. In most instances, I prefer total body strength workouts and I believe in performing cardio intervals rather than slow, steady state cardio. If you are not an experienced and knowledgeable exerciser, I advocate ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - Do You Have Metabolic Syndrome? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMetabolic syndrome, also called insulin resistance syndrome, is a dangerous thing to have. It is a combination of symptoms including: Abdominal obesity (excessive fat tissue in and around the abdomen). Blood fat disorders like high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol and high LDL ...
Views: 573(1 vote) - Don't Make Dieting Your Resolution! - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Nicki AndersonEach time I turn on the TV or the radio I hear, "Lose 20 pounds by Valentines Day!" or "Lose all the holiday weight for just pennies a day!" And my all time favorite, "Do you suffer from abdominal fat? (duh) In just weeks you can lose the fat and get the abs you've always wanted!" Do you have ...
Views: 1866(1 vote) - Doritos Commercial During Super Bowl Clearly Shows That Its Genetically Modified Bt Corn Chips Coupled with Chemical Ingredients Are Addicting and Dangerous. - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.Did you see the 20-second Doritos commercial in the first quarter of the Super Bowl? If so, you were among the 111 million viewers who did. It depicted a guy eating Doritos at this desk while another crazed-looking worker looked over his shoulder. The crazed-guy says, “Are you going to finish ...
Views: 4237(4 votes) - Easy, Natural Ways to Deal with Food Cravings - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Denise Duffield-ThomasWe've all been there - you think you're doing well on your new healthy eating plan and then BAM - you find yourself eating something that leaves you feeling guilty, frustrated and despondent. What happened? You've been hit by the evil cravings monster. Why else would you eat something ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Eat Fat to Boost Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from John PhillipFat has been vilified over the past half century, as many people have been led to believe it promotes poor health and leads to abdominal weight gain. Fats are one of the three macronutrients required for normal cellular functioning within the body and are necessary for optimal health, as well as ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Eat Sugar And Lose Weight! - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from James HallmarkI know what you're thinking. "This guy must be completely crazy!" "He's actually telling me that eating sugar will help me burn off excess body fat. How can that possibly be true?" Well, for starters, I'm not suggesting that you go hit your nearest ice cream shop and go to town on the largest ...
Views: 1645(1 vote) - Eat Your Veggies! 5 reasons veggies should fill half your plate - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Cheri KingEat Your Veggies! 5 reason veggies should fill half your plate. I’ve never read a diet or nutrition book that advises limiting vegetables. Be it Atkins to Vegan diets, they all advocate the veggie and the more the better. Yet, the bulk of many people’s diets are often meats and starches. ...
Views: 1312(1 vote) - Eat, Drink and Be Merry Without Packing On The Pounds - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Brendan McCarthyChristmas is a festive time and a good chance to let your hair down and catch up with family and friends. But it can also seriously set you back with any positive changes you’ve made throughout the year to living a healthier lifestyle. Here are some easy tips to help you get through this ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Eating Disorders: A MAN’S Problem? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Emile JarreauEating disorders can be one of the most harmful and troubling things that occur in a person's lifetime. The combination of the stress that they feel and oftentimes depression that leads to them, coupled with the harmful effects that eating disorders create in a person's physical life, make him a ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - Eating for Energy-Effective Diets - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Clifford MacHanterStarting right now, your life is about to change. Even if you’ve never been able to lose weight, Even if you’ve been told that you have “fat” genes. Even if you’ve tried every other diet on the planet, even if you’re the busiest person in the whole wide world and don’t have time to prepare ...
Views: 1021(1 vote) - Eating Slowly: 5 Tips for Slowing Down and Savoring Your Food - by Do you tend to rush through meals and get to the end without realizing what you've eaten? Eating on the run seems to be the norm these days, but there are many reasons to slow down and enjoy your meals.
When you eat slowly, you can keep better track of what you are putting in your mouth. ...
Views: 1105(2 votes) - Eliminate Dry Skin on the Controversial HCG Diet - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Tiffany PCompany creates moisturizer now approved for use on HCG Diet. The newly approved Tiffalina's HCG Diet Safe Lotion is the first of its kind to meet the strict guidelines of the HCG Diet. According to Dr. A.T.W. Simeons, the creator of the HCG Diet Protocol, products that contain fats or oils ...
Views: 5037(1 vote) - Emotional Eaters: Give Your Body What It Wants - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Liz CopelandJust recently I’ve been thinking about Nantucket. I don’t know why, except my life is in the in-between dream state where one phase is ending and the next phase hasn’t yet begun. So in a way, anything is possible, and I set myself the task of day-dreaming about what I might like. Which, when ...
Views: 1332(2 votes) - Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Kate Corbin"Inside me lives a skinny woman crying to get out. But I can usually shut her up with cookies." - Anonymous Is there a screaming banshee inside of you demanding, "GIVE ME LOTS OF VERY RICH FOOD AND NOBODY GETS HURT!"? Do you raid the fridge when you're not really hungry and eat in an effort ...
Views: 835(2 votes) - Emotional Eating - Be Fantastic - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Liz CopelandGetting rid of your gremlins around food is not easy. Of course you have lots of help – diet books, slimming clubs, gym instructors (some of whom definitely have never been overweight), not to mention family members who give helpful advice while disdainfully looking at your hips. And have you ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - Emotional Eating is a Hoax: Part 1 - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Jill PrinceEmotional eating is a hoax. North America is obese because of sugar addiction, NOT emotional eating. Why is this so? This is so because because sugar is more addictive than cocaine or heroin. If you can get off refined white sugar, you can get back control of your health and your life. It's that ...
Views: 1610(1 vote) - Emotional Eating is a Hoax: Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Jill PrinceStop spiking your blood sugar! You have been on a blood sugar roller coaster for far too long. You eat a high sugar meal, which spikes your blood sugar and for a short time, you become hyper-glycemic (high blood sugar). Then you come down off this high and your body drops into a low blood ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - Emotional Eating: What is it telling us? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2014 from Larry CraneEmotional eating is often an unhealthy and uncomfortable attempt of trying to distract ourselves from facing something we deem as unpleasant. So often we overeat without realizing we may be trying to cover up some level of insecurity. We may also be using food as a means to avoid doing ...
Views: 1774(2 votes) - Facing Your Fears Can Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Stacey GrieveIf you are anything like I was, you hate your excess weight, you don’t understand why you keep regaining it back, and you berate yourself every time you gain a pound or eat a “bad” food. All this adds up to a lot of negative mental energy going on around your weight. Have you ever thought ...
Views: 8846(1 vote) - Fast Weight Loss Tips - Quick Diets, Exercises Programs & Supplement Reviews - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from hardeep singhIt's about time to set up a lively person's experiences: Your 7 days course How numerous period have you moved out to sleep at night, foul language you'll move to the leisure center in the first part of the day, and then alternating your brain merely eight hours soon as at what time you get ...
Views: 528(2 votes) - Fat Burning Cardio Workout Myth Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanIf you asked any group of people including doctors, physical therapists, and most personal trainers which type of exercise is the best for burning unwanted body fat 99% would say cardiovascular training or cardio for short. Cardio training are exercises like jogging, running, bike riding, ...
Views: 1442(1 vote) - Fat Burning Cardio Workout Myth Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanIn this second article about the cardio fat burning myth I will compare the difference between cardiovascular type exercise and strength training in the effectiveness for achieving fat loss results. Just to recap cardiovascular exercises or cardio for short are activities including walking, ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - Fiber Fights Belly Fat And Disease - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Stacy WishnerIn my busy practice, one of the most common complaints I hear is, “Dr. Rosenberg, how can I get rid of all this belly fat?” Well, I’d like to share with you some exciting results of a new study out of the University of Southern California. The study found that by just adding 6 grams more of ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Find the Meal Delivery Diet That's Right for You: Comparing Jenny Craig, Medifast and NutriSystem - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Jim MackeyOne of the more popular trends in dieting and weight loss in recent years has been the introduction of meal delivery diets. Rather than provide customers with classes and books filled with tips and information about preparing healthy, balanced meals, these companies prepare the food and send it ...
Views: 769(2 votes) - Finding The Best Weight Loss Program Avoiding All The Scams - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Bonnie MeChelleWhen it comes to obesity or overweight, it is not only the problem of personal image in the public, but also the root cause for many other health problems. People out there are desperate to lose overweight only because of fearing their personal image damage in the public. Whatever the reason may ...
Views: 571(2 votes) - Finding the Right NutriSystem Program for You - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Jim MackeyNutriSystem is among the most popular diet brands. Supporting the weight loss of millions since 1972, NutriSystem makes it simple with their meal delivery service, providing portion control, calorie control and a balance of healthy foods. NutriSystem was one of the first to offer this ...
Views: 941(3 votes) - Five Steps for Developing a Healthy Eating Plan - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Matthew ParkerAssess Your Diet Firstly, when creating a healthy eating plan, is to carry out a diet assessment . If you have some bad eating habits then they should be stopped and pin-pointed for change. If your family has put on a few extra pounds then the changing of meals is paramount. Usually people ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Food Strategies during the Holidays - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Tim DamgaardWorking as a Quantum Techniques (www.QuantumTechniques.com) practitioner I have the privilege of following many of you on your individual healing journeys. For most of you some major life style changes are necessary initially, for example an adjusted diet. Maybe it is toxins that need to be ...
Views: 965(2 votes) - 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: 1798(1 vote) - Fresh Figs with Orange, Ginger Sauce - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from George MateljanFigs are such a delicious treat when they are in season. This healthy dessert recipe gives you an unusual and delicious way of enjoying them with very little effort, and no added sugar. The spicy orange sauce is a perfect complement to this healthy summer fruit. Prep and Cook Time: 5 ...
Views: 2001(2 votes) - Fresh Peaches with Blueberries & Yogurt - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from George MateljanThis very quick and easy dessert is a great summer recipe because the peaches and blueberries are so delicious when they are in season. They complement each other very well and need no extra sweetening for their flavor to shine. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • ...
Views: 1630(2 votes) - From 274 Pounds To UltraMarathoner Without Injury - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Ed MayhewAt age 46, Bluemont, Virginia's Susan Jennings weighed a health-threatening 274 pounds and "to be able to walk a mile or two" was considered a worthy goal. Less than two years later, in 2009, and 135 pounds lighter, Susan set a goal to run the Icy 8-Hour Adventure Trail Run -- in which she ...
Views: 1841(2 votes) - Functional Foods: Cholesterol Lowering Spreads - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from GARTH DELIKANCholesterol is an essential component of cell membranes and a basic component of a number of important molecules in the human body. However, a raised level of cholesterol in the blood may increase an individual’s risk of developing coronary heart disease, which is the biggest cause of ...
Views: 1480(1 vote) - Get Rid of Weak Muscles With Proven Body Building Supplements - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Dave MathewsThere are many, particularly males, normally commit more importance to their physiques. They either want to eliminate fat or build their body to become healthier and more toned. Men especially would wish to build up much more muscular areas in their bodies since these would signify sturdiness ...
Views: 1477(1 vote) - Get Skinnier With Raw Juices...a Delicious Way to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Kenneth EdenIs your stomach fat becoming a problem? Let me tell you- it was with me! And I`m pretty skinny! In fact I`m a regular beanpole.My family used to say of me "when that lad turns sideways on,he disappears!" I laugh now,but it hurt at the time. You might think if I`m skinny why did I have a problem ...
Views: 884(2 votes) - Get The Body You Deserve With These Easy To Follow Weight Loss Guidelines! - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Tim RyanTook a look at yourself in the mirror lately? Not pleased with what you saw? A bit too much belly fat for your liking? Sagging underarms? Double chin? These are all classic signs that you have let things 'go' a little too much. But hold on a minute do not despair restoring your body’s natural ...
Views: 1272(2 votes) - Getting Back on Track - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Julie SimonIt seems we are constantly trying to “get back on track” with something in our lives. We may be trying to get back to healthy eating, working out, de-cluttering, dating or work on some project we’ve dropped. And if we’ve really fallen behind, the disappointment and overwhelmed feeling can lead ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Getting protein? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Michael SchaeferEveryone knows you need it, especially if you are trying to build up your muscles, but what exactly is protein, how much do you need, and where is the best place to get it? Well, each protein is a chain of amino acids that twists itself into a specific custom shape. Depending on the shape it ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - 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: 1751(2 votes) - Go Nuts on Glycemic Load Index - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsIf you are a nut lover, then you are in for some good news. Most nuts are low on the glycemic load index . Luckily for nut lovers, nuts are among the lowest foods on the GI. Peanuts, cashews and walnuts, for example, are some of the lowest glycemic index foods around, which is part of what ...
Views: 3744(1 vote) - Good Fats, Monounsaturated Fatty Acids - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Deb BixlerPlant-based fatty acids are good-for-you fats and will contribute to weight loss. Not only are monounsaturated fatty acids tasty and satisfying, they will also assist you to slim down. When you incorporate these fats, also known as fatty acids, into your everyday diet, it will boost your ...
Views: 1643(1 vote) - Good Food For Good Mood - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Karen Schachter"One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well." Virginia Woolf Virginia Woolf was on to something: food - and our relationship to it - is our sustenance, our life blood. It has the potential to ...
Views: 1432(4 votes) - Grapefruit Sunrise - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from George MateljanThis is an example of a dessert that combines great taste and nutrition. One serving of this dish provides 411% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin C, 26% DV for potassium, and 26% DV for folate. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 5 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • Juice of 2 grapefruit • ...
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