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- Lazy Day Turkey Chili - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe change seems to come quickly; from a long string of hot days, to suddenly cool nights, and then a morning chill in the air. Fall is suddenly right around the corner, and as the evenings grow cooler we begin to crave warmer and heartier foods. One of my favorite cool weather dinners is ...
Views: 505 - Strategies for Deal With Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kevin CohenMany of us are emotional eaters, which means that we eat even when we aren’t actually hungry. We may turn to food when we are feeling stressed, worried, sad, or tired. In these cases food acts as a way to comfort or reward ourselves. Unfortunately, this is one of the number one ways that people ...
Views: 519 - Fiber Facts and Tips - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kevin CohenWe all know that we need to get enough fiber, but what is it exactly, and what does that really mean? Simply defined, fiber is the part of plant matter that cannot be completely broken down (digested) or absorbed by the body. It comes only from plant matter (fruits, vegetables, grains) not ...
Views: 722 - 5 Quick and Healthy Breakfast Ideas - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Kevin CohenBreakfast is the most important meal of the day. Most of us have been hearing this since childhood, but it now rings more true than ever. The food we eat is fuel for our bodies and minds, and a healthy breakfast can give you a great boost to start your day off right. Not only that, but ...
Views: 529 - End of Summer Soups - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Kevin CohenWhile the calendar may say that fall is almost upon us, the thermometer seems to be insisting otherwise. This is the perfect time of year to take advantage of all of the seasonal summer vegetables and to create delicious (and healthy) cold soups. These soups are beautiful, simple, and perfect ...
Views: 507 - 8 Ways to Cut Calories Today - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Kevin CohenWe all have the best of intentions when it comes to eating well and losing weight, but too often we deprive ourselves or turn to drastic measures. Fad diets may seem to help you in the (very) short term, but they are impossible to sustain. The only true advice regarding weight loss is that it ...
Views: 421 - How to Navigate the Grocery Store - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Kevin CohenGrocery shopping can feel like a chore, but it doesn’t have to. With a little bit of planning and strategy it can be easy, and also help you stay on track with a healthy lifestyle. The following are some helpful grocery store strategies: ·Plan ahead: This is key to a successful and easy ...
Views: 502 - Food Sources of Calcium - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Kevin CohenCalcium is the most prevalent mineral in the human body, and one of the most beneficial. We all know that calcium is necessary for bone health and preventing osteoporosis, but it has many other benefits. It also helps to protect cardiac muscles, prevent colon cancer, alleviate the symptoms of ...
Views: 433 - 20 Snacks Under 200 Calories - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Kevin CohenIt can’t be said enough: snacking is a great way to support a healthy diet. Having a snack between meals keeps your blood sugar boosted, your metabolism revved up, and can prevent you from overeating later. Here are 20 healthy snacks that are less than 200 calories to keep you ...
Views: 556 - Foods For Your Mood - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Kevin CohenYou are what you eat.” We have heard it again and again throughout our lives, but it is still very much true. The foods that we take into our bodies can have an effect on many aspects of our health, including our energy levels, our stress, and even our moods. If you are feeling extra irritable ...
Views: 508 - Rev Up Your Metabolism - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Kevin CohenOur ability to lose weight involves a number of factors. The two primary factors in weight loss are the food choices that we make, and the amount of exercise that we get. Both of these help to create an overall healthy lifestyle, and both can help to boost metabolism, which is a very important ...
Views: 452 - 4 Weight Loss Saboteurs - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Kevin CohenEven if you have the best of intentions, you may have habits that are keeping you from achieving your weight loss goals. The following are four things that may be sabotaging your weight loss: ·Distracted Eating: This is something that a lot of us do without ever thinking about it, and it ...
Views: 486 - Low Fat Alfredo Sauce Recipe - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Kevin CohenIt can’t be said enough; eating healthy does not have to mean sacrificing delicious food. If you are willing to experiment, try new things, and learn some simple substitutions, you will see that it is possible to create healthy versions of some of your favorite meals. The following recipe is ...
Views: 572(2 votes) - Sleep For Your Health - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Kevin CohenSleep is incredibly important for all aspects of our health, but is often sacrificed due to our busy lives. Far too many of us don’t get the 7-9 hours that is required for most adults. However numerous studies have shown that people who get the proper amount of sleep have better physical health, ...
Views: 685 - Ultimate Breakfast Smoothies - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Kevin CohenSmoothies can be a great and quick breakfast option on busy days. They are simple, portable, refreshing (especially during these hot summer days), and can be very healthy. The key is to have the basic ingredients on hand and ready to go. The following is a delicious recipe that is also low in ...
Views: 705 - How to Deal With Cravings - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Kevin CohenWe all know the feeling. It can happen in the middle of a busy day, or at the end of the night when we are trying to unwind. It is the dreaded craving. The sudden overwhelming urge to go and buy that bag of chips or to grab the pint of ice cream from the freezer. So, what can we do to help fight ...
Views: 459 - Four Healthy Tips for the Work Week - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Kevin CohenStaying on track with your diet and making healthy choices during a busy workweek can sometimes feel like a struggle, but it doesn’t have to be. The following are some simple strategies to help get you through the week: ·Plan ahead: A little bit of time invested in planning your meals for ...
Views: 429 - Making Wise Restaurant Choices - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Kevin CohenBeing on a diet should never mean that we have to deny ourselves the pleasure of eating out with our family or friends. Especially these days, when restaurants have become places for lunch meetings, catching up with loved ones, and celebrating special times. With a few basic tips and a little ...
Views: 481 - 11 Worst Restaurant Mistakes - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Kevin CohenAs you go about your fat loss diet plan, if there’s one thing that can quickly throw you off your game, eating out in a restaurant is it. Many people are quick to venture into dine-in establishments thinking that sticking with their diet will be a breeze. Surely there is something on the ...
Views: 1381(1 vote) - 51 Recipes To Melt Away Those Pesky Pounds - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Kevin CohenOne of the biggest problems that many people experience with their diet plan is quickly growing bored with the foods they’re eating and then turning to less than healthy options as a solution. It’s perfectly understandable that you would become bored from time to time if you’re eating the ...
Views: 1334 - 21 Instant Diet Substitutions - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Kevin CohenOften one big mistake people will make as they go about their fat loss diet program is getting into the mindset that they’re going to have to make some serious changes in order to see results. They’ll often believe that if they want to see the success they’re dreaming of, it’s going to be one ...
Views: 1048 - Appetite Suppressing Foods to Aid Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe hunger people associate with weight loss diets can seem daunting. It may even push people to go off their weight loss program completely. However, there are also many natural foods available that help to suppress appetite, which makes sticking to your weight loss diet program much easier. ...
Views: 531 - Drink Water for Healthy Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe adult human body is composed of about 60 percent water which is necessary for the proper functioning of the body. If you are trying to lose weight it is important that you remember it is due to water that your body maintains its metabolism rate. A healthy metabolism rate helps to shed pounds ...
Views: 424 - Fat Burning Workout: The Stair Stepper - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenHave been working out at the gym, but haven’t lost much of those extra pounds? Chances are you are not exercising right. Fancy exercising equipment alone will not get you far when it comes to burning that extra fat. To effectively burn more fat while you workout you must focus on getting out of ...
Views: 588 - Low Fat Cheesecake Recipes - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenBeing on a diet plan does not necessarily have to mean that you give up all your favorite desserts. You just need to make certain healthy food choices to turn your favorite calorie laden dessert into its diet friendly avatar. Here are some great low fat cheesecake recipes for you to satisfy your ...
Views: 501 - Low Fat Wrap Recipes - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Kevin CohenLow fat wraps can be healthy, diet friendly as well as tasty lunch options for those on a weight loss diet plan. Make sure you try out these two great low fat wrap recipes. Low Fat Chicken and Yogurt Wrap Ingredients 1.Greek yogurt, zero fat, strained: ½ cup 2.Lemon juice: 1 ...
Views: 625 - How Weight Loss Tools Aid Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Kevin CohenStudies have actually shown that people who have lost a minimum of 10 percent of their weight and maintained it for up to five years, ate low calorie diets, exercised and regularly monitored their weight loss using weight loss tools. Just relying on your pant size to tell you if you are making ...
Views: 472 - Drink Water for Healthy Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe adult human body is composed of about 60 percent water which is necessary for the proper functioning of the body. If you are trying to lose weight it is important that you remember it is due to water that your body maintains its metabolism rate. A healthy metabolism rate helps to shed pounds ...
Views: 450 - Why Fad Diets are Dangerous - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Kevin CohenFad diets are just that, fads. Also known as crash diets, these are designed to facilitate quick weight loss. These diets severely restrict your food intake forcing your body to shed pounds faster. Generally, they rely on certain miracle foods or on eliminating a food group to help lose weight. ...
Views: 1775 - Tips For Managing Stress - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenStress can take a toll on our health in a number of ways. It affects our hormones, blood pressure, heart rate, and also our cortisol levels. Too much cortisol in our system triggers higher insulin levels and also an increase in appetite. This affects weight loss in two ways. First, feeling ...
Views: 647 - Green Smoothie Recipes - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Kevin CohenWe all know that greens like spinach and kale are good for us, but many of us either don’t like the taste, or just don’t know what to do with them. Smoothies can be a great and delicious way to get more greens into your diet without having to eat yet another salad. These can be enjoyed at any ...
Views: 566 - Low Fat Cheesecake Recipes - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenBeing on a diet plan does not necessarily have to mean that you give up all your favorite desserts. You just need to make certain healthy food choices to turn your favorite calorie laden dessert into its diet friendly avatar. Here are some great low fat cheesecake recipes for you to satisfy your ...
Views: 565 - Shed Those Extra Pounds with Soups - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Kevin CohenOne of the most effective ways to drop all those extra pounds is to use soups to aid your weight loss efforts. Soups are satisfying and make for the ideal weight loss diet in combination with salads. Soups can help you shed pounds by increasing your fiber consumption and cutting down your ...
Views: 445 - Spice Up Your Diet for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Kevin CohenWhile we search the internet and scour through health columns in search of the most effective weight loss diet and miracle foods to help you curb your calorie consumption, some of the most effective weight loss foods are right here in our kitchen’s spice rack. Spices not only add flavor to your ...
Views: 485 - Fat Burning Workout: The Stair Stepper - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Kevin CohenHave been working out at the gym, but haven’t lost much of those extra pounds? Chances are you are not exercising right. Fancy exercising equipment alone will not get you far when it comes to burning that extra fat. To effectively burn more fat while you workout you must focus on getting out of ...
Views: 1325 - Fat Burning Workout: The Elliptical Trainer - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Kevin CohenWhile you might have your own fat burning workout and fancy equipment to help you pump off the calories, mindless exercising on its own will not benefit you much. Your focus should be to workout in a manner such that you can maximize your weight loss. Here in this article we will look at how you ...
Views: 1278 - Top 5 Weight Loss Fiber Food Ideas for Dinner - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Kevin CohenDietary fiber not just helps in lowering cholesterol levels and controlling blood sugar but also aids your weight loss efforts. The human body takes longer to digest fiber which helps to make you feel full quicker and for longer durations. This makes fiber the ideal food option to help weight ...
Views: 482 - Top 5 Weight Loss Fiber Food Tips for Lunch - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Kevin CohenAre you overweight? Do you need help to lose weight? If your answer to both the questions is in the affirmative, my answer to you is ‘Fiber’. Increasing your fiber intake not just improves your overall health but also works wonders to help you lose weight. Fiber helps to control many medical ...
Views: 517 - Low Fat Healthy Cookie Recipes - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Kevin CohenBeing on a weight loss diet plan does not necessarily mean that you have to give up your favorite cookies. After all, who wouldn’t like to sit back and relax with a glass of milk and some cookies? Here are some great low fat cookies recipes for you to try out. Low Fat Chocolate Chip ...
Views: 626 - Top rated 5 Weight Loss Fiber Food Tips for Breakfast - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Kevin CohenWe know very well our body needs vitamin C to protect us from cold, calcium to strengthen our bones and chocolates for saving our relationships. But in our attempt to lose weight we often overlook fiber as a leading component of our diet. While, carbohydrates, protein and fat grab the diet ...
Views: 541 - Low Fat Wrap Recipes - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Kevin CohenLow fat wraps can be healthy, diet friendly as well as tasty lunch options for those on a weight loss diet strategy. Make sure you try out these two great low fat wrap recipes. Low Fat Chicken and Yogurt Wrap Ingredients 1.Greek yogurt, zero fat, strained: ½ cup 2.Lemon juice: 1 ...
Views: 478 - Fat Burning Workout: Hit the Treadmill for Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Kevin CohenEveryone has their own fat burning workout routine. While we try out different types of exercising equipment at the gym in an attempt to lose weight, we must also focus on the right way of exercising. Here in this article we will take a closer look at how you can use the treadmill to help ...
Views: 1000 - Weight Loss Supplements: Should You Use Them? - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Kevin CohenIt is in our nature to find easier ways to do things and when it comes to weight loss, things are not any different. This is probably the major reason why weight loss supplement manufacturers rake in huge profits. The money being spent on weight loss programs and supplements as of today in the ...
Views: 470 - Top three Tips on Portion Control - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Kevin CohenControlling your portion size is essential for a successful weight loss diet program. People usually do not believe in reducing portion sizes or plate sizes to aid their weight loss efforts. However, ask any person who has achieved permanent weight loss and you can be sure they will mention ...
Views: 468 - Exercising Guidelines for Heart Patients - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenWeight loss forms an integral part of the overall treatment of people suffering from heart conditions. Excess weight exerts extra pressure on the heart for pumping blood to all the body parts. Exercising for weight loss can have a positive influence on a number of factors which increase the ...
Views: 490 - Low Fat Recipes for Special Occasions - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenGot that special dinner for your better half’s parents coming up and don’t know how to fix up a low fat dinner. Well here are two great low fat recipes just for such special occasions. Try them out and we bet you will just love it. Pot Roast with Vegetables Ingredients 1.Rump or bottom ...
Views: 551 - Why Fad Diets are Dangerous - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Kevin CohenFad diets are just that, fads. Also known as crash diets, these are designed to facilitate quick weight loss. These diets severely restrict your food intake forcing your body to shed pounds faster. Generally, they rely on certain miracle foods or on eliminating a food group to help lose weight. ...
Views: 476 - Drink Water for Healthy Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe adult human body is composed of about 60 percent water which is necessary for the proper functioning of the body. If you are trying to lose weight it is important that you remember it is due to water that your body maintains its metabolism rate. A healthy metabolism rate helps to shed pounds ...
Views: 502 - How Weight Loss Tools Aid Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenStudies have actually shown that people who have lost a minimum of 10 percent of their weight and maintained it for up to five years, ate low calorie diets, exercised and regularly monitored their weight loss using weight loss tools. Just relying on your pant size to tell you if you are making ...
Views: 573(2 votes) - Low Calorie Lasagna Recipes - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Kevin CohenBeing on a weight loss diet plan need not mean that you have to give up on all your favorite foods. If you love lasagna, but fear that it will send your diet off course, then this article is for you. Read on to find out some of the tastiest low calorie lasagna recipes. Low Calorie Turkey ...
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