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- How to Lose Weight Naturally After Pregnancy - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Ion AndreiUsually a woman gains more than 25 pounds during her pregnancy. After she gives birth to the child, she may lose up to 14 pounds - that means that she still has considerable extra weight. Regardless of their responsibilities with children, for most of them the weight loss is a priority. Many ...
Views: 4186(3 votes) - How to Turn Binge Eating into Healthy Eating? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Dr. Irina WebsterIf you want to turn your binge eating habit into a healthy eating habit, first of all you must BELIEVE that you can do it. This is the first and most important step on the road to recovery from binge eating. Put it this way: if you believe you can eat healthy without overeating – that means ...
Views: 1915(3 votes) - Hypnotherapy for lasting weight loss and a healthy relationship with food & exercise - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Lauren AllmanHypnotherapy can help you to lose weight and get the body you desire without any side effects or invasive procedures. Hypnosis is a naturally occurring state which is similar to daydreaming and meditation. When you are in hypnosis, your conscious mind takes a back seat which allows direct ...
Views: 2997(3 votes) - Is Your Food Too Fast? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Trina ClearyMany people eat while driving to or from the office and don't think twice about it. Hurried and distracted eating has a negative effect on your body and your health. Are you eating too fast for your health to keep up? These days our eating habits have undergone drastic changes. This is on ...
Views: 952(3 votes) - It's Good Nutrition Advice For Anyone - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Alexander SharpTrying to keep up with nutritional intake and daily requirements can be more difficult than calorie counting on a road trip. While most people understand the body has very specific nutritional needs, making a conscious attempt to fuel it right each and every day can quickly ...
Views: 815(3 votes) - Learn More About Metabolic Typing Diet - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Tony SchwartzThe metabolic typing diet answers the question of Which diet is best for me? This is the diet solution that takes the guess work out of dieting. The metabolic typing diet creates a diet plan that's unique to each individual. Every dieter knows that sugar, fat and refined flour is poor for you. ...
Views: 1681(3 votes) - Lose Belly Fat - 2 Simple Steps to Jumpstart Your Belly Fat Loss - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from rena wongYou are eating right and exercising 5-6 days per week. Somehow, you don't seem to be losing belly fat. Do you know that stress and lack of sleep can hamper your efforts to lose belly fat or build six pack abs? Stress and Belly Fat Stress is a part of everyday lives. It causes some ...
Views: 923(3 votes) - Lose the Thoughts that Keep the Weight On - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from odette worrellWe often think of becoming “light” in terms of physical weight, but the truth is that our thoughts are often at the crux of why we hold onto weight. How can we possibly expect to become lighter when our thoughts, actions and daily lives are so inundated with heaviness. “Taking the weight off” ...
Views: 1501(3 votes) - Lose Weight Quick – About Quick Weight Loss Diets - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Keith GarrowEverybody who is looking to lose some weight will have no doubt wished to themselves that the process could go a little quicker. If there was an instantaneous way to lose a lot of weight, nobody would be overweight or obese and this is the option that we would all choose. But the truth is that ...
Views: 1373(3 votes) - Packing nutrients into your kid’s lunch box? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Nicole OhebshalomAs kids head back to school, many parents will be scrambling for ideas for easy-bagged lunches. (Below are ideas for you to chew on!) Keep in mind, adequate nutrition is vital to keep your kids’ growth and health on track. Children’s growing bodies need more nutrients than adults, but their ...
Views: 1177(3 votes) - Plyometrics Exercises for Sports Training - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Dale MillerSports like soccer are incredibly demanding on the body. Players must be continually running around a large field exerting themselves in all kinds of ways, whether it be sprinting, jumping, sliding, tackling, or kicking. The average soccer play will run over eight kilometers in a ninety minute ...
Views: 2573(3 votes) - Proven Exercises To Burn Belly Fat Fast - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Tim RyanAt the crux of the matter is that if you really want to remove that belly fat then exercise is going to have be done. Some diet programs advocate that you need not exercise at all and that all youn really need to do is to count calories carefully which can work but believe me by doing these ...
Views: 6375(3 votes) - The 7 Phases of Change - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Kimberly FulcherThe process of losing weight requires change; in lifestyle, routines, and habitual choices. One of the primary reasons you’ve fail when attempting to lose weight is that you haven’t planned for the phases of change you will experience as you begin the process of transforming their body. Let’s ...
Views: 2075(3 votes) - The Key to Permanent Weight Loss Is Neuro-Linguistic Programming - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Alan B. DenskyMany individuals are tired of weighing more than they would like. Some have difficulting with weight loss or becoming motivated to alter their daily habits to steer clear of the eventual effects of obesity. These poor persons have to find ways to take the weight off or suffer negative medical ...
Views: 4242(3 votes) - The Real Reason You Can't Lose Weight: Leptin Resistance - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Roger AsmusNew excitement has surfaced in the field of weight loss as scientists have discovered a possible "missing link" in the quest to find out why so many people continue to struggle losing weight. The phenomenon is known as "Leptin Resistance." "Leptin Resistance" in the overweight, or obese, is ...
Views: 3395(3 votes) - The Real Reason You Can't Lose Weight: Leptin Resistance - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Roger AsmusNew excitement has surfaced in the field of weight loss as scientists have discovered a possible "missing link" in the quest to find out why so many people continue to struggle losing weight. The phenomenon is known as "Leptin Resistance." "Leptin Resistance" in the overweight, or obese, is ...
Views: 3395(3 votes) - Thermogenic Foods for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaThermogenics refers to any type of substance that, when ingested, stimulates the loss of body fat or increases calories which are burned due to the boost of heat output in the body. The weight loss market is a huge industry right now and thermogenics are at the height of their sale because they ...
Views: 3048(3 votes) - Top Slimming Tips - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Audrey MakepeaceIf you feel you need to lose some pounds and inches, then you don't have to resort to a diet. Instead, you can make some minor changes to the way that you eat and your lifestyle in order to reach your goals. These type of slimming tips are ones that do not require any major or difficult ...
Views: 873(3 votes) - Top Workout Tips to Lose Twenty Pounds in Ten Weeks - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredFor those looking for a realistic ten week combined weight loss and workout program, Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Retired, fitness book camp instructor and author who has been featured on the History Channel, has put together his top tips to realistically lose twenty pounds in ten weeks. The ...
Views: 1815(3 votes) - Use Your Mind to Support Your Goals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Lynette PattersonIt’s hard to stand back and watch someone that you care about, a beautiful, amazing human being speak themselves out of being healthy. The “it’s too hard”, “I have no time”, “I don’t like the way it tastes”, “I’m too busy” excuses that rob them of their health and years of life on this ...
Views: 1903(3 votes) - Weight Loss Diet - Pump Up The Spice - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2010 from Liz MitchellChoosing a weight loss diet is not about giving up flavorful foods. It's all about the exploration of new tastes and textures. Being adventurous can have a huge impact on your meal enjoyment. An easy diet plan should be full of new flavors to experience. Losing weight can feel like a ...
Views: 1224(3 votes) - Weight Loss Excuses: How Excuses Will Make You Fat - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredWeight Loss Excuses: How Excuses Will Make You Fat By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. The Paradox of Excuses We become experts in creating excuses for why we cannot do what we recognize to be important. Imagine spending time and energy on finding and creating excuses for not doing what ...
Views: 2086(3 votes) - Weight Loss Tips - 3 Ways To Keep On The Good Road - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2010 from Liz MitchellIf you are looking for ways to fine-tune your weight loss program or you are just starting out, how to lose weight tips can be a valuable resource. Staying on track for the first 2-3 weeks of a new diet plan is easy. When you stick with a new program for at least 21-30 days, experts say that ...
Views: 1455(3 votes) - Why Dieters Fail To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaOne of the major health main concerns is obesity related illnesses afflicting a great number of people. None-the-less data signifies that the standard weight decline on predictable diets equals a simple 5-8 pounds annually. It this is the case then why do so many people find it difficult to ...
Views: 1397(3 votes) - *** Perfect Weight America - Much More Than Just Another Weight Loss Diet Program - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHWhat Makes the Perfect Weight America Much More Than Just Another Weight Loss Diet? The Perfect Weight America Weight Loss program is much more than just a weight loss diet because it addresses your diet, your life and your world. It supports your whole being including body, mind, emotions ...
Views: 7386(7 votes) - Who Has Time To Exercise? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Dale MillerWith every other spam e-mail being about weight loss, a yoga studio opening up on every corner and all those TV ads for home gym equipment you would think everyone would be super fit by now. The truth is North Americans are more stationary than ever. We are all overrun by obligations of work, ...
Views: 2145(7 votes) - ** 3 Easy Tips to Lose Fat - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosFat loss does not have to be difficult, especially if you have a few tricks up your sleeve. By this I don't mean I would ever want you to take a dangerous, radical approach to your fat loss but only one that would be healthy and prove great results at the same time. I have had many clients, ...
Views: 1126(4 votes) - 12 steps to get in shape for bikini season - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Melonie DodaroWith summer now here you may be thinking that it’s too late to get ready for bikini season so why bother trying. Did you set a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight and not follow through? If so you may be wondering how to get your body ready for bikini season, and it’s not too late! The good ...
Views: 3991(4 votes) - 21 Ways to Reward Yourself Without Food - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2007 from Cindy .HolbrookIt’s important to reward yourself for your accomplishments during your weight loss journey. Reward yourself for behavioral changes as well as physical. After all the key to maintain your weight loss depends on the behavioral changes you’ve made along the way. Your rewards need to be non-food ...
Views: 17159(4 votes) - Ab Exercises - Why Sit Ups & Crunches Are Bad For You - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from rena wongSit-up is the most popular AND yet, the worst ab exercise. Most people don't know that sit-up is not a true ab exercise. When performing a sit-up, your main trunk flexor, the iliopsoas muscle, often does the majority of the work while the abs are not fully recruited. The iliopsoas muscles ...
Views: 1971(4 votes) - Emotional Eating - The Unusual Problem That Keeps Us Overweight? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Dingane .Most of us have our issues why we are overweight. For a lot of of us the blame game is a constant loop of the reason why we started to be fat in the first place. Even though the majority of of us have some very good explanations for being fat, it won’t make you shed a single lb. Excuses, however ...
Views: 1558(4 votes) - How to End Sugar Addiction - Detox From Junk Food - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Lisa Claudia BriggsI commit to removing sugar and flour products from my diet, starting immediately. There is no doubt in my mind that making changes to my food in this way impacts my life, energy, mood, mental acuity and relationships- not to mention my own wellness and well being, more than any other choice I ...
Views: 5738(4 votes) - Undereating is the Secret to Health, Beauty and Longevity - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Mike IngrahamOne of the most powerful ways to turn back the biological clock, improve your health and become more radiant is to greatly reduce the amount of food you eat. In fact the resulting gene expression initiated by caloric restriction is the only proven “anti-aging” method known. The simple ...
Views: 7118(4 votes) - Emily Browne Learns Percentages - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Dawn BonnerStranger in the House Emily Browne let out a tiny shriek when she spotted a stranger in her home. An adrenaline rush came to her rescue, initiating the flight or fight response. But wait a minute… There was something peculiar going on. Upon closer inspection, the trespasser’s clothing ...
Views: 1572(5 votes) - Healthy Vacations - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Dale MillerWhen it comes to health and wellness, even those of us dedicated to eating and living well can sometimes through caution to the wind when it comes to traveling. Airports are notorious for offering a slew of unhealthy options and plane food is hardly going to win any healthy living awards. So ...
Views: 3171(5 votes) - Lose Belly Fat - Calorie Cycling For Maximum Belly Fat Loss - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from rena wongThere must be a calorie deficit in order to lose belly fat. However, significant reduction in calories for long period of time is not recommended. Initially, you may lose significant weight while on a low calorie diet. Then your progress slows down and hits a plateau where you can't seem to lose ...
Views: 5900(5 votes) - 7 Tips to Help You Beat Your Sugar Habit - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2005 from Connie BennettAre you often overcome with an urge to splurge on candy, cookies, and cake – and do you then hate yourself for caving into your cravings? Do you pop by the drug store for paper goods but always leave with junk food, too? And do you feel like an incurable sugar addict with zero will power? Take ...
Views: 18217(6 votes) - Body Types - Do You Like How You Look? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredBody Types - Do You Like How You Look? CAN YOU MORPH INTO A DIFFERENT BODY TYPE? Did you know that there are three different body types? All of us fit into one of these types, or we may have elements of several. They are: Endomorph is a heavy body with a soft and rounded shape. ...
Views: 1799(6 votes) - Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Jenny GeninUntil last week I've never heard of the TED Prize, and was only marginally aware of "The Naked Chef" Jamie Oliver, the recent recipient of the prize. But since I saw the news and the interview with Jamie, I was greatly inspired by him. TED Prize is an annual award of $US 100,000 given to a ...
Views: 1245(6 votes) - Top Five Worst Foods You Can Eat - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaQueen of Moderation I know what you’re thinking. I think it myself all the time. “Not another one of those food police types telling me what I can’t eat.” It’s rare that you’ll hear me say a particular food has no place in a healthy diet. I am the queen of moderation. As long as your “dietary ...
Views: 2465(6 votes) - The Importance Of Water For A Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Ion AndreiIt is well known the fact that without water we die. Unfortunately, not everybody knows that a proper consum of water can improve our lifestyle. Next to oxygen, water is by far the next most important necessity for the continuous life of mankind. It’s the best thing Mother Nature can offer to ...
Views: 5561(7 votes) - The Macrobiotic Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaThe macrobiotic diet and philosophy were developed by a Japanese educator named George Ohsawa, who believed that simplicity was the key to optimal health. Michio Kushi expanded on Ohsawa's macrobiotic theory and opened the Kushi Institute in Boston in 1978. Together with his wife Aveline, Kushi ...
Views: 1727(7 votes) - *** Eat More and Do Less Cardio to Lose That Unwanted Weight - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosIs the above statement too good to be true? That’s what Rory DeLuca thought. The 42 year old New Jersey resident, husband and busy father of 3 couldn’t believe what I was telling him when he came to see me in January 2006. Like most people, after the holidays, Rory was frustrated with his ...
Views: 850(2 votes) - *** Fast and Easy Weight Loss Tips You Can Start Right Now - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosI must get this call and this statement from busy moms, executives, students, all the time “I just don’t have time to eat right and exercise!” No one seems to be able to find the time to lose weight. With all of the responsibilities and events packed into our busy days how are we to keep ...
Views: 900(2 votes) - ***Eating Disorders in Older Women - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Rebecca CooperThere are now more overweight people in the US than any time in history. Obesity is costing our healthcare system over $147 billion annually (Finkelstein, Trogdon, Cohen & Dietz, 2009). We have 12.5 million children who are overweight or obese and twelve million people in the U.S. with an eating ...
Views: 3711(1 vote) - ***How to Win Your Struggle with Losing Weight! - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Laura YoungThere are a multitude of reasons why people struggle with weight control, many of which are unconscious. This article explains that it is not just about the food! Without recognizing and understanding your opponent, your struggle will continue to bring more of the same results. I will assist ...
Views: 9568(1 vote) - 10 Killer Tips For Rapid Fat Loss - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Veronika AtkinsLet's face it - losing weight isn't easy. Many people find that it takes at least three or four distinctly different attempts before they're finally able to get into the weight loss groove. Regardless of your program, there are many factors that can assist in your body's ability to burn fat, ...
Views: 4206(2 votes) - 10 WAYS TO CHANGE YOUR THINKING, TO CHANGE YOUR BODY - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Lynne TiedeYou not only change your body size through weight loss, you also change your mind, you begin to think in a different way .The changes you make with your body size through weight loss are amazing, but thinking different is also a key step to making lasting change. You can start thinking different ...
Views: 1739(1 vote) - 18 Foods You DON’T Need To Buy Organic - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Richard ClarkeOrganic eating can be more expensive than eating normal, so this list of foods in this article will be a lot easier on the pocket. Plus you will be safe in the knowledge that eating these foods won’t harm your health. The list of foods below will contain the least amount of pesticide ...
Views: 1872(1 vote) - 2 Steps to a Lazy Man’s Diet - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockWho has time to count calories, shop for exotic, low calorie, super foods, or sign up for all the latest fad diets? I know that I certainly don’t. I remember times in my life when dieting was not a problem. Playing football and burning up five or six thousand calories a day made weight ...
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