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- Obesity and Heredity - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Steave MorisonType and Genes In some animal species, the shape and size of the individual's body is largely determined by the shape and size of its parents' bodies. Many scientists have explored the role of heredity in determining human body shapes. Some researchers argue that obesity has a strong genetic ...
Views: 1855 - Does it really matter why? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Stephen HosaflookAs a recovering obese person I’m starting to question all this examining, digging, and analyzing of WHY people are obese. That there’s some deep dark secret we’re hiding that causes our obesity. Jillian Michaels of The Biggest Loser, and now her own show, Losing it with Jillian, is a big ...
Views: 1849 - How To Burn Calories And Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Ion AndreiA definition of dieting is the practice of ingesting food in a regulated fashion to achieve or maintain a controlled weight. In most cases the goal is weight loss in those who are overweight or obese. The weight loss diets are generally divided into four categories: low-fat, low-carbohydrate, ...
Views: 1841(1 vote) - Raw Food Diet - How It Helps A Typical American Dieter Lose Weight In Conventional & Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspectives - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition A. What is weight loss? Weight loss is defined as a condition of health and physical fitness by reducing the total body mass, including loss of fluid, body fat or body tissues. The phrase of weight loss is normally used to prescribe consciousness efforts of a person who tries ...
Views: 1838(3 votes) - Stop these 8 harmful eating habits to lose weight - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2017 from Anton ChuaModern living has replaced important rituals that were observed keenly and devoutly in the past. Before, eating is too important an activity to be taken for granted. Cultures and religions around the world put extra emphasis on mealtime—especially dinner. Even in American culture, most ...
Views: 1838 - Drop a Dress Size In 2 Weeks with these Simple Weight Loss Tips - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Ranking QuestIf you really think it over, losing weight doesn’t take a huge amount of time. It’s just maths and you can even follow a formula. Basically, you burn more calories than you take in. That’s the basic formula to losing weight. Here are a few tips that will help you drop a dress size in just 2 ...
Views: 1834 - How to Win at Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaIt took me three years of playing tennis to learn the lesson I’m about to share with you, and another two to realize that it was the perfect metaphor for weight loss. Let me explain. (And by the way- you don’t need to know a thing about tennis to get this.) For years, I’d hit what’s ...
Views: 1833(2 votes) - Eating Disorders: Intuitive Eating or Structured Food Plans? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Marty LernerInternal vrs. External Cues of Hunger Eating disorders almost uniformly involve a broken thermostat-like mechanism that governs internal cues [symptoms] of hunger and fullness. In other words, unlike our “normal eating” contemporaries, we are often confused when to eat, what to eat, how much ...
Views: 1832(1 vote) - How to Lose Belly Fat Through Diet - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Glenn PrescotIf you want to lose belly fat, you will need to put in the required physical activity as well as change your diet. Unfortunately, there is no way to spot-reduce fat on your body. If you want to lose belly fat, you need to burn calories and lose fat throughout your entire body. However, if you ...
Views: 1832(2 votes) - Choose healthy foods for fast and effective weight loss - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Michelle LutzHealthy eating should be a normal activity for each person every day, but this may be difficult to do on a regular basis. In order to eat healthy you need to make the right food choices, what you eat directly affects your body.Making good food choices are essential for quick results in effective ...
Views: 1828(8 votes) - Control Your Obesity Naturally with Simple Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2012 from amaris brownObesity is a chronic state of excess weight. It is a life threatening condition and current research has shown that obesity is the main cause for increased health threats that people face in the developed world. Obesity increases a person's risk of developing diabetes, stroke, heart ...
Views: 1821(2 votes) - 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: 1821(2 votes) - Childhood Obesity. Is your child or children going in that direction? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Self Health Resource CenterToday’s primary school children seem to have much more of a sense of body image than previous generations. No child wants to be perceived by others as being too fat. If your child is tending in that direction, what can you do? Set a good example One thing not to do is to tease the child ...
Views: 1806 - Are You Truly Hungry, Or Do You Just Want to Eat? - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from James HallmarkBack when I used to work in one of the largest supplement retailers in the world, I used to get all kinds of people who would come in for appetite suppressants. Usually, it was the ladies who would come in for them, but there were plenty of men who would wish to take them as well. "I don't ...
Views: 1802(3 votes) - Looking For The Best Way To Lose Weight? Here's What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Kathryn O'NeillAre you searching for the best way to lose weight? There are so many approaches to losing weight today - literally thousands of diets and weight loss strategies. There are so many that your head can start to spin. Where do you start? Would it surprise you to know that the best way to lose ...
Views: 1792(1 vote) - Is your child overweight or is it just baby fat? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Edward AbramsonWelcome to the It’s NOT Just Baby Fat blog. Let me start by introducing myself. I’m a clinical psychologist, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at California State University and author of five books on weight and eating issues. Although I’ve been fascinated by the puzzle of eating and weight ...
Views: 1783 - 9 year old girl loses 66 pounds using natural ways - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyAccording to ABC News, in an article dated December 10th 2012, a child age 9 whom the news site referred to as Breanna Bond just lost 66lbs down from a weight of 186lbs the natural way! 186lbs at age 9 is an enormous weight. Breanna told ABC news reporters that it had gotten hard for her to even ...
Views: 1778 - The Trick to Saying No Without Feeling Guilty - At All...Not a Tinge....Really! - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from Michelle MorandIf you'd like to learn the art of saying no without feeling guilty at all, this article will give you the education and information you need to get started! You see, in my work as a specialist with clients who struggle with anxiety, self-confidence, addictions, overeating, or dieting and ...
Views: 1778(2 votes) - Lose Weight Quickly in Seven Steps - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jaks LloydCut your food intake by up to half:Not only obviously overweight people but many of those who do not have, or recognize this problem in themselves eat more than is necessary to keep their energy levels at a twenty four hour peak. To lose weight or just to trim up your figure the first step is ...
Views: 1770 - Ever heard of winter weight gain? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Ikram AbidiDiscover whether the “weather” is linked with obesity… Is the Weather Linked With Obesity -Understand the Winter Weight Gain Traditionally, obesity or being overweight has always been linked with eating fatty or junk food and having a sedentary / physically inactive lifestyle. However, ...
Views: 1757 - I Need Help Losing Weight - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2014 from Rick CarterWhat is it about losing weight that makes it so hard to stick to? Why are you throwing up your hands and crying “I need help losing weight”? It seems pretty straightforward right: burn more calories than you take in and lose weight over time. So you either increase your exercise routine or ...
Views: 1748 - Are You Stress Eating to Calm Yourself? Three easy ways to start fixing the problem - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Melissa McCreeryMany busy women overeat when they are stressed, too busy, or overwhelmed. Eating as a way to calm down is a common form of emotional eating. On my website, I gave a list of three things to stop doing so that you could start taking control of this type of overeating. Now it’s time to fill in the ...
Views: 1742(2 votes) - Fat. Seriously? The Antidote to Fat Shaming - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2015 from Michael MantellUnattractive, stupid, lazy, lacking self-control…is that what you not-so-secretly think of the nearly 70% of adults with “overbesity,” that is, those affected by overweight or obesity? If so, read on. You may be a fat shaming bully and not even know it. I was working out in the gym yesterday, ...
Views: 1742 - Me, My Cellulite and Caffeine - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Calanthe MossOur beloved coffee has a lot of uses aside from perking us up on morning and at times when sleepiness creeps in. Among those other uses is the alleviation of the unwanted cottage cheese, orange peel or pin-cushioned look of cellulite. We can always make our own coffee body scrub to smooth out ...
Views: 1740 - Top Weight Loss Plan for Your Child - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from John PhillipThe sobering fact is that 1 in 3 children in America are either overweight or obese, placing them at risk for early onset diabetes, heart disease and even acid reflux. A sensible plan which leads to sustainable weight loss can prevent a lifelong battle with obesity and reduced self ...
Views: 1738 - How to Lose Weight Fast and Keep It Off - Tip #1 - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Dr. Chrys GhiraldiniHow To Lose Weight Fast - Tip #1 Let’s face it: we all want the secret on how to lose weight fast. Actually we all want instant gratification, we want everything to happen quickly and weight loss is one of our top “wants.” If I told you that there is a really simple way to lose weight ...
Views: 1734 - 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: 1733(1 vote) - What You Need To Know About Weight Control For Children? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mark PatrickIn the United States alone, an astounding one fourth of the overall population of teenagers and children are found to be obese. But despite this rate, it is still alarmingly growing. With parents and grandparents catering to their children’s unhealthy eating and bad idling habits, this is not ...
Views: 1730(1 vote) - Weight Loss Is Easy When You approach it From the Source and Not the Symptom - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI cannot help thinking that we are focusing upon the wrong thing when we spend so much time paying attention to being overweight, how to lose weight, which diet is best and so on. Surely our focus should be instead upon how we can as a nation become healthier? As you think in a healthy and ...
Views: 1728 - What is the Best Slimming Patch? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Audrey MSo what are the top slimming patches available to buy? Finding the best slimming patch is tough. But what's worse is that it is a hassle to head out for dinner with others any time you have to be on a diet plan, isn't it? The very first problem is deciding what to eat. And then you'll need to ...
Views: 1725(1 vote) - How I maintained a 50 lb waight loss for 20 years - by Submitted on May 16, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriLongtime residents in Fairfield County may be familiar with the name Palmieri.After all, Filomeno (Phil) came to this country from Italy with his family when he was 15 years old in 1930. His father returned to his native country, but Filomeno remained here to shift for ...
Views: 1715(1 vote) - The Secret to Creating Great Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Michelle MorandHi all, this article began as a response to a question I received from an on line program member as part of our group chat forum and it’s such a common experience for everyone who uses food to cope I thought I’d turn it into an article and share it with all of you out there in our global ...
Views: 1710(1 vote) - 10 Ways to Eat Healthy Without Breaking the Bank and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 10 Ways to Eat Healthy Without Breaking the Bank * The Cleveland Clinic, where I work, attracts patients from just about every corner of the globe. I have the opportunity to see many of these diverse patients and, regardless of where ...
Views: 1705(2 votes) - Why Are You Not Losing Weight? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI noticed something the other day on MSNBC.com relating to weight loss. Various reasons were provided for why so many people fail to lose weight successfully. The biggies all focused in upon ones mental approach to weight loss as opposed to changes of pure habit. It was good to see this ...
Views: 1705(2 votes) - 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: 1704 - How A Multivitamin Can Help You Lose Weight! - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from James HallmarkThere are many supplements on the market today that are advertised as the guarantee to your weight loss. Some are marketed towards the bodybuilding crowd, others are genders specific and are marketed towards women only, and others are promise weight loss and energy. In fact, there are so many ...
Views: 1701(2 votes) - Despite Obesity Epidemic, Children Opt Out of Gym Class - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lyndsey LovingerIt is not news to us that the United States is suffering from an obesity epidemic, both in adults and children. What is shocking, however, is the fact that children are still not being encouraged to become more physically active. More specifically, students are being given the choice to ...
Views: 1699 - Obesity is About Changing your Lifestyle and Not about Trying to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalIf you are constantly obsessed with food, by depriving yourself of what you enjoy; then the changes are that you will actually never win the battle of trying to lose weight. Every time I said to myself “Right I am going on a Diet! I would suddenly have this strong desire to have something ...
Views: 1697(2 votes) - The Eating Disorder Struggle Begins and Ends Within: - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2013 from Michelle MorandThe eating disorder struggle begins and ends within: I know, I know, it really does seem like the issue is food and what you weigh and all those people out there who seem to judge or criticize you rather than love and appreciate and welcome you. And it's really frustrating to hear that that ...
Views: 1686(1 vote) - Use The Following Steps To Lower Your Cholesterol - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2020 from Knowell LadnerStatistics shows that over 100 million American citizens suffer from high cholesterol levels. Levels that are over 200 mg/dL are reasons why people suffer heart attacks, strokes and have clogged arteries. Fortunately, science is advancing and today there are tried and tested strategies ...
Views: 1684(1 vote) - A New Way To Lose Weight Using Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Wanina PetlockIf you've tried cutting calories, eating pre-planned meals, and bought and actually used a fitness club membership, and you're still carrying around more of you that you'd like, maybe it's time to try something new. It all starts and ends in the brain. Certain brainwave states can actually ...
Views: 1673 - Diet alone is not the solution to obesity - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Prof. George GrantInstead of dieting start eating breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. Avoid eating late meals & snacks. Consume 6 raw or steamed vegetables daily, 3 fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes and high fibre foods. Reduce Carbohydrates, white flour, white rice, white ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss: Replacing the Fat Person - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2014 from Mark VillarosaMany people that have consistently been struggling with their weight may sooner or later turn to humorous, self-criticism as a defence mechanism. Overweight people have often been stereotyped in society and popular culture as the heart and soul of the party because of their humorous approach ...
Views: 1671 - ***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) - What does "Hungry" mean? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Amy Iverson AdamsThe concept of eating when you are hungry and stopping when full always made sense to me, if it was only that easy! I tried for years to wait for the hunger and eat moderately. At times I could wait until my stomach felt empty but then I usually overate or totally binged. The truth was, feeling ...
Views: 1663 - Day 12 of Healthy Eating Gifts - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Nancy Anderson DolanDay 12 of the 12 Days of Healthy Eating Gifts brought to you by WiseHeart Wellness WorldWide Treating food addiction and compulsive eating Welcome-- To your 12th and last healthy eating gift. Today you are receiving a mindful eating program and a motivational powerpoint to help you break ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - 3 Secrets to Snacking and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from richard LipmanYour stomach is growling, you feel dizzy, lightheaded or weak and lunch or dinner is still hours away. You are looking at the cookies on the counter. If you think that your best bet is to deny yourself, think again. Snacks can save your diet day (or night). The 3 major benefits of snacking ...
Views: 1647 - Cholesterol Lowering Statin Drugs Being Recommended for Children as Young as 8 years old - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kerri KnoxIndication Creep is the phenomenon whereby a drug is tested and approved for one specific use and doctors prescribe it for another use. This is a perfectly legal and legitimate practice. Once a drug is approved for use, a doctor is allowed to prescribe it for any usage that they choose ...
Views: 1645(2 votes) - Top 5 Diets to Burn Fat - Inform yourself before you pick a diet to follow - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin HansenHaving so many diet options available makes it difficult to know which ones to trust. Every single diet plan comes with great promises of results, reviews and testimonials. As well as some are fads and fakes, others are researched carefully by specialists and doctors. No matter what diet ...
Views: 1645(2 votes) - Recognizing Overeating and Overweight in Kids and Teens - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from richard LipmanOverweight children and teens are increasing much faster than in adults. In the 1970′s only 6 % of children were overweight, while in 2008 more than 30% were found to be overweight. The first step in helping overweight children is to learn how to recognize the problem. Most parents think their ...
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