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- How to gain at Weight loss - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Prof. George GrantHow to Gain at weight loss: Reduce your caloric intake to match your basal metabolic rate (BMR). BMR represents the number of calories your body needs at rest; in other words, your body burns these calories through basic functions. So, BMR represents the ideal number of calories you should eat ...
Views: 2053(1 vote) - Putting a Stop to Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Tony SparberWhat would you say is the top health concern for American kids in 2009? Drug abuse? Internet safety? Child abuse? Smoking? Bullying? Autism? These issues certainly concern all parents. According to a National Poll on Children’s Health conducted by the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s ...
Views: 2007 - Children and Obesity - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Don FarrowIt’s a fact that we’ve created the fattest generation in history! Children in America, ages two through seventeen, are gaining weight at an astounding rate. Per the Institute of Medicine in Washington DC, thirty three percent of American children are overweight. This sheds a whole new light ...
Views: 1484 - Risks of Gastric Bypass Surgery - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from Karen BrockGetting a gastric bypass surgery is a major decision. It requires careful research of the procedure and its potential risks in order to avoid post-surgery complications. It is therefore crucial to know the risks of gastric bypass surgery. There are several different risk factors that play a ...
Views: 1115 - Obesity and Kinesiology - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from Linda BelcherPut simply obesity is a symptom/result of the body absorbing/storing more than it needs to survive healthily. This can result in a number of health problems, one of which is type 2 diabetes. Obesity can be due to: • eating too much • eating too much of the “wrong” things – foods heavily laden ...
Views: 3595 - Fear and Over Eating - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Lisa CrunickYou may have heard rumblings lately, not from your own stomach, but from the media, comparing today’s financial freeze to the Great Depression. If you are old enough to read this, you have some image in your mind of what that might mean. I think of my own Mom being sent to the ...
Views: 1548 - 7 Reasons Why Diets Don't Work - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2009 from Michael HadfieldDieting is based on a false premise. This is that body weight is a result of the calories you eat and the calories you expend. If you consume more than you use you become fatter. If you consume less than you use, then you utilise your excess fat to make up the shortfall. This is a mistaken ...
Views: 1143 - 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: 1275 - Understanding the Role of Fat Deposits in Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Anne WolskiA healthy adult has around thirty billion fat cells. They are a part of our genetic make up and help to survive when the body doesn’t get sufficient food. In past times, food was scarce and these fat cells were needed but, with the abundance of food today, we no longer need to store fat to ...
Views: 4316 - Guess Who's Coming to Thinner? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2009 from Wesley Anderson"Just buy the Magic Thin pill, only $19.95 in three easy payments. Eat all you want. Magic Thin chemically blocks fat from forming anywhere on your body, while revving up the metabolism to burn off the accumulated unsightly deposits of years past. No muss. No fuss. No willpower. Look and feel ...
Views: 1853 - Where Have All the Children Gone? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from Gary Kenneth ArcherWhere have all the children gone? The simple answer is they have metamorped into little computer geeks. Back in the day kids would be up early in the morning raring to get outside and play. Playing meant anything and everything depending on the mood of the day. The kids on our block were ...
Views: 961 - Weight Loss Resolutions - Tips to Stay Motivated - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Lisa NelsonNew Year’s is here and you know what that means. . .New Year’s Resolution! Every year you set a goal to make a change for the better. This should be a time of great excitement; however, you may be approaching it with a sense of dread instead. Will you achieve your goal? Or will it end up ...
Views: 912 - Weight: The Key to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Margaret PaulHow often have you eaten something that you know is going to put weight on you and you tell yourself that it doesn't count? Do you have any idea how many calories you actually consume in a day, and how many you need to lose weight or to maintain weight? Is it possible that you think you are not ...
Views: 2939 - Protect The Children From Obesity In America - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Jim RosenauThe future is happening everyday and we need to protect the children from obesity. Soon the future will be upon them. Alarming facts we need to teach our children about obesity in America. We need to protect the children from serious medical conditions like obesity. When we were children we ...
Views: 1399 - Eating To Lose Weight: Why Diets Don't Work - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Liz ModrellAre you trying to lose weight? Have you tried every diet out there and keep waiting for the next 'best diet' to come along because you know it will be the one that gets the results you want? Stop Waiting! Every year millions of Americans spend $30 billion on diet programs and diet products to no ...
Views: 1045(3 votes) - Top Ten Quick Calorie Cutters - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2008 from Andrea PenningtonTo lose 1 pound of fat, you must create a 3,500-calorie deficit. The easiest way to do this is to decrease your caloric intake and increase your physical activity. By incorporating one or two of the following tips into your everyday life, you can lose 1 pound every week — and still eat most of ...
Views: 3198 - Easy Weight Loss - Top 3 Mental Tricks For Dropping Weight Fast - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Deirdre JonesIs there really such a thing as easy weight loss? Weight loss is a billion dollar industry and shows no signs of slowing down as people cram more and more into an already overextended day. There is no time for healthy eating and as a result, people grab a bite at their favorite fast food ...
Views: 3969(1 vote) - Crowd out Cravings with Greens - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2008 from Suzanne FrenetteGreen vegetables are the foods most missing in modern diets. Learning to eat greens is essential to creating health. When you nourish yourself with greens, you will naturally crowd out the foods that support cravings. Greens help build your internal rain forest and strengthen the blood and ...
Views: 1234 - The Connection Between Obesity And Portable Or Central Air Conditioners - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Erin LynnAir conditioning is what most people turn to when the weather is hot and steamy to keep them cool and comfortable. But even though it is usually a comfort, could it be a cause of obesity? Some studies say yes. While some studies agree that portable or central air conditioning can be a cause of ...
Views: 2654 - The Childhood Obesity Epidemic - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Pamela Avery, MDChildhood obesity has become a widespread problem in America. We now know it is a dangerous prelude to a multitude of health conditions, many that traditionally occurred only in adulthood. Sadly, we are seeing these diseases show earlier and earlier in our children's lives. We may be the first ...
Views: 1312 - Lifestyle Changes For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2008 from Constantine GeorgeWeight loss diets are very popular these days. Diet by itself is not enough to make you loose the extra weight and get you in the healthy weight range though. That is why overweight and obesity are on the rise. There are certain lifestyle changes that are necessary to implement in order to shed ...
Views: 1342 - Does Exercise Reduce Obesity In Kids? - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jaks LloydHave you noticed that there seems to be more kids who are obese these days? It is heartbreakingly true. Especially in the United States as studies have shown the kids in the US are more likely to be obese than kids in other countries. There are some important questions that need to be ...
Views: 2664 - Stop Binge Eating! - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Denise LamotheFood control is difficult for most of us and certainly it is fine to indulge now and then. Life is to be enjoyed and so is food. However, stopping our eating can be tricky at times. We crave. We overeat. We feel bad about doing it. We admonish ourselves which can lead to more craving and ...
Views: 1692 - The Real Secret To Achieving Weight Goals - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Franciene ZimmerWe are all faced with the same obstacles when it comes to weight management. We live in the Land of Plenty, yet our goal is to be slender. How is it possible to beat the odds? There are businesses among businesses that offer weight loss programs. Then, on the other hand, there businesses ...
Views: 988 - The Power of Faith and Visualization - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Tonya Jones,“The Power of Faith & Visualization” By: Tonya M. Jones, M.Ed. Professional Speaker, Group Fitness Instructor, & Weight Loss Consultant Throughout my entire weight loss journey many people have asked me, “what is your secret?” Unfortunately, far too many people haves ...
Views: 1964 - Live Life To The Fullest Even With Binge Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin Gerstley"I don't want to get to the end of my life and find that I have just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well." - Diane Ackerman I know this has happened to all of us at one time in our life or another. You are face-to-face with something that you’ve always ...
Views: 1550 - Eat Chocolate And Lose Weight; Incredible! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from James McMorrisThere is more and more evidence that cold pressed dark chocolate is a good healthy chocolate. Now we know that chocolate has gotten a bad rap ever since the Europeans took the bitter drink, added milk and sugar to suit the European taste to make what is now know as Dutch Chocolate or milk ...
Views: 2441 - Obesity Basics - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from douglas agyeiUnder-nourishment and over-eating, both have harmful consequences on the health of the individual” Ditta B. Sambou, Belfort State Clinic State of the World 2000, published by World watch Institute, reports that the number of people who are overfed and undernourished (a staggering 1.2 billion) ...
Views: 2238 - Weight Loss And Plant Extracts - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Stephen GommWeight loss, it's a broad term, please excuse the pun. Most of us want to be a little slimmer, some want to be a lot slimmer and there are some than need to lose weight. The last group of people are those that are clinically overweight. If fact I'm talking about obesity. Now a GP friend of mine ...
Views: 1367 - Obesity, Be Not Proud - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2008 from Cliff EgginkTwo thirds of the American public is either overweight or obese. Adults and kids alike are gaining pounds and suffering dire, life altering, life threatening health consequences: Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease are among those consequences. We ...
Views: 1135 - 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: 1267 - Together We Lost 132 lbs In 4 Months! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2008 from Celeste DavisMy story began with a personal challenge. I was in my mid 40's with Type 2 Diabetes, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Chronic Eczema on my hands. My marriage weight of 120 had doubled to 240 in 20+ years. After many years of trying every diet available, losing some weight and gaining back more, I ...
Views: 1372 - Exercise For The Overweight Person - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from LaRue CookQ: I am overweight, and have been doing aerobic exercise (walking and aerobics classes) for over a year now, but haven’t seen much change in my body. What type of exercise do you recommend for an overweight person trying to lose pounds/inches? A: It depends! Each person is different and ...
Views: 4448 - Green Tea For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Jess BaadGreen tea can aid your weight loss goals if you have any. What is good about green tea is that it has no side effects and brings you many health benefits not to mention disease prevention because of its antioxidant properties. Among the different kinds of tea, green tea is favored for weight ...
Views: 2380 - Top Ten Weight Loss Tips - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Janice WeeSick of being obese. Time to do something about it. These ten practical tips help you get started. 1. Don't eat too much Stop when you are 80% full. Eat more than you need and the excess is stored in your body as fat. 2. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Fiber fills your ...
Views: 1376 - Diet Secrets Everyone Should Know - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Gina ClarkWhether you are looking to lose weight or to eat healthy, here are some tips for a healthy diet. Begin every meal by eating your low calorie foods first, such as fruits and vegetables. Next eat your meats and other proteins, which are very filling. It’s very important to eat protein at ...
Views: 984 - 4 Ways To Shed Your Pets Winter Weight - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2008 from brian spilnerYour dog spent all winter lounging around, and now he’s packed on a few pounds. Obesity in animals, dogs and cats alike, is a growing problem in the United States. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 45% of U.S. pets are overweight or obese. Your animal isn’t ...
Views: 1363 - Gastric Bypass And Why I Did It - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Nicole CalhounThe struggle with my weight has been an almost ten-year process. Ever since my son, Jordan, was born, my weight never got back to what it was before I had him. I didn't have unrealistic expectations, but I did think that with the active lifestyle that my hubby and I had at the time, I would be ...
Views: 1412 - 5 Steps Of Awareness To Stop Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Roosevelt Pitt“You are what you eat.” A once universal theme of awareness has become all but lost to us when it comes to improving our children’s eating habits. I fondly remember my first grade teacher Mrs. Hooks warmly walking down each row of desks passing out snacks. It was the time of ...
Views: 1868 - Big, Beautiful Dancers - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Dzagbe CudjoeIs this really ballet? I asked myself after watching video clips of the Cuban dance company Danza Voluminosa (Voluminous Dance) most of whose dancers range in age from 23 to 41and all of them weigh more than 200 pounds. This group was formed in 1996 by Juan Miguel Mas, now its' director and ...
Views: 2203 - Development Of Obesity - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Robert BairdThe body consists of 30 to 40 billion adipose cells (fat cells) that provide storage space for extra energy. Adipose cells may be viewed as collapsible, thin walled containers with unlimited storage capacities. In prehistoric times large fat stores developed when food was available in ...
Views: 11618 - Weight Loss And Stress In Midlife Women - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Michelle PrinceWeight gain is common in midlife women and isn’t just the result of too many calories and too little exercise. Oh, if it were only that simple! There are many physical and emotional factors involved. Women gain weight for different reasons and what works to help one lose, might not do a ...
Views: 2244 - Weight Loss - A Practical Solution - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jon RhodesWeight Loss – A Practical Solution The human body is designed to tell us when we are hungry and therefore regulate our natural weight, however modern living can seriously ruin this mechanism. Many people, during childhood, experience being told to eat up all our meals, even if we are ...
Views: 1801(2 votes) - Is Binge Eating Making You Feel Alone? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyIf you have Binge Eating Disorder, you understand the feelings of loneliness. You know what it is like to live in a secret world that no one knows about. You have a big secret, but no one is allowed to see that side of you. At restaurants with friends, you order just the right amount of ...
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