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- If you decide to lose weight this YEAR: You have just found the best Natural Solution! - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2013 from Joel SaldanhaAs the start of every year most people set themselves a target of shedding the extra pounds, however just a handful manage to accomplish this daunting task. With the hustle and bustle of society and our busy live we generally get caught up in other tasks. Getting rid of excess weight tends to ...
Views: 1338(2 votes) - Hazards Of Obesity - Physical Health Disorders And Psychological Health Hazards - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Peter FilinovichObesity is one of common health disorders found in today's busy lifestyle. Both physical as well as psychological factors play key roles in forming this health disorder. Genetics, low physical activity, insomnia and pregnancy are some common causes reported for the formation of obesity problems. ...
Views: 1336 - A Star Wars Health Analogy: The Effects Of Fat On Your Organs - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Nate CurtisFor a moment, let's liken body fat to the infamous Star Wars criminal, Jabba the Hut. Jabba the Hut was a grotesque, ugly, gigantic mass of jelly with a sadistic mind. He always had a harem of scantily dressed women, whom he killed and tortured without hesitation. Now, let's liken your body's ...
Views: 1334 - Is God Fat Too? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansAccording to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (http://www.cdc.gov/), American society has become “obesogenic.” In other words, we’re fat and getting fatter. The majority of people in this country profess themselves to be Christians yet this same majority is also ...
Views: 1334 - HCG Weight Loss Drops - Even If You've Done Everything - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Kris EvanHCG weight loss drops are incredibly popular right now and have helped many people lose weight. Reports indicate that you could lose as much as 30 pounds in a single month, something that would otherwise be impossible without dangerous surgery. All you have to do is take the sublingual ("under ...
Views: 1329 - Getting Up and Out of a Chair Is a Therapeutic Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalIt may seem like a good idea, to have a chair where the seat automatically lifts you out; without having the struggle of doing it for yourself. However, I need to be cautious of buying gadgets to help yourself in daily living, because if you are finding this activity difficult to manage; then ...
Views: 1328 - The Secret To Taming Your Sugar Cravings - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumIf you have great intentions of eating healthy . . . but get sidetracked by sweets . . . you’re not alone! According to Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, MD author of Beat Sugar Cravings Now!, the average American eats about 150 pounds of added sugar each year in processed foods and drinks. That’s more ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - How I Took Over 30 Pounds Off Twice - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Marna GoldsteinOver the last 16 years I’ve lost 30 pounds three times – Once because I was overweight, and twice after my pregnancies. When I shed weight, people wanted to know what I did and they hung on to every word I said in hopes of crafting their slimmer body too. People would ask me “What ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - 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: 1323 - How To Lose Belly Fat In 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Trevor PoulsonDo you have trouble with belly fat and trying to figure out the best way how to lose fat fast? There are several reasons for the storage of fat. The trick is how you are you going to lose belly fat fast? Read on to discover some of the best ways to lose fat and appear healthy. Sit-ups are the ...
Views: 1322 - Do You Gain Weight Really Quickly? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI was in the gym with a client doing some squats the other morning. He was telling me how he was feeling a bit “bloated and wobbly" around the tummy area and had put on half a stone in a matter of days. He lifted up his shirt to prove it, and he looked to me, to be holding water. Now ...
Views: 1321 - Healthy Sugar? The Real Deal... - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Wendy Montes de ocaHere are a few things you need to know about sugar and why it may be creating weight loss resistance, meaning, no matter how much you do 'right' the weight isn't coming off: 1. Isn't There Such Thing As Healthy Sugar Like Honey And Agave? One common response to being told to eliminate ...
Views: 1321 - Proper Nutrition Is Key To Your Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from April KocherWhen you go on a diet do you think you have to cut out fat, carbohydrates, and or meat in order to lose weight? Did you know you should never cut these out of your diet in order to lose weight? Why? Fat is needed for many functions of the body. It is used for absorption of vitamins, ...
Views: 1321 - All You Should Realize About 5-htp Side Effects - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Edith MillanAs said by The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the previous 2 decades saw a regular increase in the rate of obesity in the USA. Not one state in the US has an obesity occurrence of under 20% since 2010. Wikipedia states that approximately 3 out of 4 Americans are either obese or ...
Views: 1318 - Childhood Obesity Prevention - How to Prevent Obesity in Your Child - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Shawn HorwoodWith the ever growing obesity rate, parents are getting more and more worried about their children & preventing their child or children from becoming obese. In this article, I would like to share 3 ways that you can prevent childhood obesity in your kids. Some people would like to blame the ...
Views: 1318(7 votes) - You Can Overcome Sugar Cravings And Addictions! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Mika MaddelaA sweet tooth makes weight loss even more difficult that it already is. A sugar addiction means that a person is physically dependent upon sugar. When a sugar dependency develops, your body begins building a tolerance and beating the addiction becomes more difficult. It's sometimes difficult to ...
Views: 1318 - Reasons Why Cardio Is Not Ideal for Reducing Bodyfat - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Liam ThompsonIf you only do cardiovascular exercises such as indoor cycling and running on the treadmill in the gym your body will burn muscle as well as body fat for fuel. This generally means that your will be lessening your ability to burn fat in the long run because muscle is metabolically active and the ...
Views: 1317 - Simple ABC Tips for Guaranteed Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2017 from Richard RuhlingA is for Attitude as a key ingredient. Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, either way you choose, you will be right. So why not give this your best shot. If so, it’s the last time you will have to face this problem. A is also for Appetite Suppressant. No, not drugs. In your ...
Views: 1317 - Kid Faticide! Fat Kidicide! Until You Decide! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Gary S. GrossmanFat kids need our help. We tend to ignore this Fat epidemic. We pretend that they will grow out of it. It’s just baby Fat. Some do. Most don’t. Childhood obesity is so much more polite and politically correct. It softens the magnitude of what we have been avoiding for decades. It is an ...
Views: 1316(3 votes) - Exercise Methods for Obese Population: Is Walking or Jogging Appropriate? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Basil ButcherOne of the first recommendations given to an obese or overweight person is to add exercise to your lifestyle and a good start is walking or jogging. The aim of this blog is to examine such a recommendation. Let us look at the some of the bio-mechanical challenges of walking and/or jogging. In ...
Views: 1314 - Lose Weight Fast - The Critical Element To permanent Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Steven RobertsonI know you might be tempted to just say what the heck, I give up, but you should never have quitting as an option. The one thing that may set success apart from failure is your ability to keep on track and stay focus. The growing girth of our nation is at a breaking point. If you happen to ...
Views: 1308(2 votes) - Don’t let your Child be Obese - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Medimanage HealthRahul’s is the only child, being the apple of his parent’s eyes, he was spoilt by his parents and two sets of grandparents. Somehow in Rahul’s family, love could only be expressed with food. With everybody loving Rahul so much, he soon became too heavy for his age. His weight became an issue for ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - Some of the Easiest and Most Effective Ways to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraMost of us are time and again concerned about being obese, or maybe gaining some extra inches around the waist at random times in a year. The culprit could be our lifestyles; long working hours, stress, pollution, irregular sleeping hours, little or no time for exercise, or even issues ...
Views: 1304 - Less Sleep = More Weight: Tips to Reverse this Equation - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Bonnie GillerA 2013 study out of University Colorado Boulder suggests that sleeping five hours a night over a workweek and having unlimited access to food caused participants to gain nearly two pounds. Researchers found that although you burn more calories when awake, the amount of calories consumed ...
Views: 1303 - Michael Mantell's Food Craving Antidotes - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2016 from Michael MantellBetween L’Espalier in Boston Le Cirque, Eleven Madison Park and Bouley in NY, Restaurant August in New Orleans, Mélisse in LA, and Lulu in Palm Srings – I admit I’m having major food “cravings” just thinking about them as I write this article. These are the best in their respective cities in our ...
Views: 1303 - The Truth About Your Weight Gain & How to Regain Control - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Karl Zimmer IIIIs there part of you that’s really upset with yourself for being in the shape you’re in - feeling guilty about the extra weight you’ve put on? Well stop it! It won’t help! We all see the commercials about the new foods with zero (0) grams of trans fats, or made with whole grain, or containing ...
Views: 1303(1 vote) - Tips for Healthy Eating On the Run - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2014 from Bonnie GillerYou may often find yourself complaining that “there aren’t enough hours in a day”, a common phrase used by every working person, mother and college student. With all of your daytime chores and obligations taking up all of your time, eating often gets placed on the back burner. But why should ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - Stevia - The Best Way To Tackle Diabetes - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2016 from Harshad JethraCutting back on one’s sugar intake is a commonly discussed issue. High sugar levels in our bodies accounts for diabetes, and sugar is also associated with obesity and being overweight. Alternately, sugar can have many negative effects on our health and well being. It causes inflammation, and ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - You Are Not Really In Control - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Richard ClarkeOur brains are wonderful things, when they work properly. They say we have two voices/people inside each of us. Your brain and thoughts can make or break your success in anything you choose to do. Not sure if you are aware but your brain has two levels of function. Things are ...
Views: 1299 - The Third of Seven Sins in Obesity - Dehydration - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalAfter going through the first two reasons why the western population is gaining so much weight.; we come to the third reason which is dehydration. I am inclined not to attribute all the blame to you personally, because we live in a society where we are bombarded with advertising. It is ...
Views: 1297 - Overweight Kids Become Obese Adults - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from richard LipmanObese Kids Become Obese Adults Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when a child is well above the normal weight for his or her age and height. Childhood obesity is particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start kids on ...
Views: 1296 - Digestive Cleansing Weight Loss System - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Carlos LadeiraWhat is the truth behind the digestive cleansing weight loss system? Are parasites living in your intestines clogging up your bowels? Since recent studies reveal obesity has now reached epidemic proportions, now more than 40% of Americans alone who are labeled "obese!" Children are now ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - Brad Got Over Diabetes - And So Can You! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Harshad JethraI've known Brad since childhood. He has always been fine young athletic looking man. However as he got into his twenties, he suddenly started putting on weight. I knew had a slightly sweet tooth, but his sudden weight gain came as a surprise to many. He started working out to keep his ...
Views: 1291 - Why Is Drinking Soda So Bad for Our Bodies? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalMost people think that drinking soda is harmless flavored water with a few bubbles that all the family will drink and quenches their thirst; making it an easy palatable method for drinking water. Think Again! Soda happens to be the worst consumable drink on the market for your bodies in terms ...
Views: 1288 - The Fourth of Seven Sins in Obesity - Changing Family Dynamics - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWe have now reached the fourth reason that is driving obesity in the western culture, which is not entirely due to the individual. I consider that the western culture corporations have designed this pattern, firstly by encouraging everyone to use a car for transportation, instead of their own ...
Views: 1285 - My Meratol review - get slim again with Meratol - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Russell DoustdarBefore you rush out and invest in Meratol it is always wise to read a few product reviews so that you have advance knowledge of what you are going to get before you buy. Meratol is the advanced multipurpose weight loss pill that has just been released in the UK although it does post to all ...
Views: 1284 - Oolong Tea, Obesity and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Peter ZhangWhat Is Oolong Tea Oolong is a very popular both in China and other part of the world. It is made from the same plant Camellia sinensis. However the different processes result in different levels of oxidation. Oolong tea’s oxidation ranges from 10% to 70%, somewhere between green tea and ...
Views: 1284 - 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: 1283 - Why is Obesity becoming common among youth? How can we avoid it? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Trx FitnessYouth of the old times were energetic and active as compared to those of today. Did you ever wonder why? This is mainly because of unhealthy eating habits and obesity. Obesity is becoming common among youngsters. Young people like eating fast food and fried food items like burgers, Pizza, French ...
Views: 1282 - Bad News For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2013 from Charles RemingtonThere is a knock on my office door, its one of my associates and he says, “did you see the news”? What news is that I responded? The shame your way to lose weight approach… I thought he was kidding until he showed me the NBCNews.com report on Daniel Callahan a bioethicist who is calling for ...
Views: 1281 - 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: 1279 - Obesity - What is the Answer? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Julie MannAs the number of obese people in the World continues to grow, we need to start to deal with the obesity problem effectively. More and more people are resorting to drastic measures in an attempt to resolve their weight gain. Gastric bands are becoming more widely available, but does it really get ...
Views: 1278 - 10 Ways to Stay Active in Prolonged Sitting - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic sitting is not a stationary sitting posture. It is designed to be a position of activity, where our body is active in productive performance. Our body needs continuous movement for balancing our spine on the pelvis, plus moving our upper and lower limbs in functionally active ...
Views: 1277 - 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: 1277(1 vote) - What Is Ergonomic Balance? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic is term we use to create a productive, safe and efficient environment for the workplace, which for my readers is not exclusively the employment environment; it is also the home environment. Ergonomic balance is the sitting or standing position we use for safe, purposeful and ...
Views: 1276 - To Lose Weight and Keep It Off, Eat More - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Lianda LudwigDieting to lose weight can be the most frustrating thing a person can do. 95-98% of all dieters fail to either lose weight, or to keep it off! Diets don’t work, and doctors who insist the only way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more, are actually giving their patients WRONG and ...
Views: 1274 - The Fifth of Seven Sins in Obesity - Poor Time Management - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalIt is hoped that by now, you are able see the development of how obesity advanced in the western culture, with the advent of the motor vehicle. As I have declared, it is not entirely your fault; because the pattern has been driven by big corporations; for attracting families into seeing their ...
Views: 1272 - The Western Diet - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Mark DavisThe Western Diet may be responsible for more deaths than all the wars America has been tragically involved. Daily,over 2,000 people die from heart disease. Almost 1,000 more die from complications of diabetes. Recently, our government released statistics noting that 26,000,000 people have ...
Views: 1272(1 vote) - HCG Drops - How They Can Help You Eliminate the Right Kind of Fat - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Kris EvanMaybe the number one benefit HCG drops have over other diet aids is the way they affect the right kind of fat. A lot of people don’t even realize that there are distinct types. Fat is fat, right? Wrong. I'm here to tell you that there are 3 types of fat. If you are burning the wrong kind of fat, ...
Views: 1269 - Hiring a House-Cleaner Means You're Paying Someone to Do Your Daily Ergonomic Activity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWhy pay someone else to do your housework? When in fact it is a method for you to practice Yoga; or for completing purposeful exercises in a manner that is useful to your body and provides you with a clean home! Your excuse may like mine use to be - I don't have the time for the cleaning! Or ...
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