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- Rapid Fat Loss Secrets - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Ian KelleyLosing weight quickly is not as healthy and permanent as doing it slowly but it can be done safely and naturally with the right diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. For successful fast weight loss do the following: • Get a Realistic Diet Plan- learn about food and health. There are only two ...
Views: 1406(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: 1978(3 votes) - Raw foods to consider when doing your detox diet - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Sabrina RoccaIf you are serious about your diet and really want to slim down the natural way, detox diet is your next step to a cleaner, healthier, better-looking you. Now, just because we say detox diet doesn’t mean that you are actually going to starve yourself to death and just drink water and lemonade ...
Views: 1115(1 vote) - Reasons for Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe next time you reach for that fast food––whether it’s chicken nuggets, burgers, or fries–– think about the horrific job you are giving your poor colon. Obviously, you shouldn’t center your whole life around the condition of your colon, but you should be aware of the benefits of a healthy ...
Views: 1013(2 votes) - Reasons Not to Get Weighed If You Are on a Diet & the Real Reasons Dieters Like to Step on the Scale - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanIf you are following a diet and want to lose weight then it is only natural to think you need to weigh yourself frequently to see if you are losing weight. You have to ask yourself what you want to achieve from your diet, is it to look slimmer or is it to reach a number on the scales? Think ...
Views: 1190(2 votes) - Red Kidney Bean Soup with Lime Yogurt - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from George MateljanSoups are the perfect warm-up meal. This hearty, spicy bean soup is a great addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating as the days get shorter and the temperature continues to cool. Prep and Cook Time: Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1 medium ...
Views: 2310(2 votes) - Removing Obstacles to Fat Loss - Why Exercise is Rarely Enough - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Marek DoyleThe majority of my clients come to me because they have a desire to make a change in their lives and physique; often, there will be a specific target (invariably weight loss) that jolts them into action but, in the main, I recognise a desire to improve their lifestyle above and beyond fitting ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - Salad Nicoise - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from George MateljanThis is a great salad to make with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Here's our version for today. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: • 4 cups salad greens • 3 oz cooked shrimp • 1 small tomato, diced • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced • 2 TBS chopped onions • 1/2 ...
Views: 1206(2 votes) - Salmon with Dill Sauce - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from George MateljanA classic dish that offers great taste in addition to nutrition. It's light enough for summer yet will provide you with a refreshing option for a wintertime meal. And it provides more than 30% daily value for omega-3 fatty acids, protein, selenium, and niacin. We are such fans of this recipe ...
Views: 1798(2 votes) - Salmon with Mustard - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from George MateljanSalmon is one of the best ways to get those hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids into your Healthiest Way of Eating. Add mustard to the Quick Broiled salmon for a zesty, tasty treat! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 3/4 lb salmon fillet, cut in half • 2 tsp lemon ...
Views: 1658(2 votes) - Seafood Gazpacho - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from George MateljanThis is a great hot weather soup. While traditional gazpacho is not made with seafood, this unique variation makes this version more nutritious and satisfying. Both shrimp and scallops are rich sources of protein and vitamin B12 and also contain those hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids. And it's ...
Views: 1813(2 votes) - seeking a slim future - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2003 from Sue HaySue Hay, co-founder of Good Health magazine, and an expert in nutrition and fitness, states that there is no such thing as a quick-fix weight loss solution. Our emotions, dietary habits and lifestyle have to be taken into consideration to achieve long-term successful weight loss - because we are ...
Views: 1312(3 votes) - Self-employed? How to stop overeating when you are working from home - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Melissa McCreeryIt’s a refrain I hear a lot: “I am SO busy – I just started a business/have a successful business/hate my job and want to start a business/times are tough at work and they just keep piling on the responsibilities and projects – there is so much to do – I can NEVER catch up – my email consumes ...
Views: 1853(1 vote) - Should You Get a Personal a Mixed Martial Arts Trainer? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Emile JarreauIf you think you have potential to be a Mixed Martial Arts (or MMA) fighter, you might be wondering: should you get a personal MMA trainer? You have to keep in mind that the very best mixed martial arts masters have a lot of training, and just like with most skills in life, it is easier to learn ...
Views: 981(2 votes) - Six Secrets to Losing Weight Quickly - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Andrew HunterShedding those pounds fast is going to take some effort, and the weight might creep back slowly. Here are a few pointers about how you can start dropping weight fast: First thing you must do is eat better. Fruits and vegetables are very nutritious for you. Junk food and other foods that ...
Views: 923(1 vote) - Six Tips to Take Your Detox Out without Feeling Deprived! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Cindy ClearyAre you trying to plan your detox around family outings and celebrations? How will you ever stay on your plan while you travel, go to work meetings, or attend birthday parties? Are you waiting for the “perfect” window to schedule your detox? Looking for that magical time when there is nothing ...
Views: 1361(1 vote) - Sleep More, Weigh Less - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLots of weight loss products promise miracles. One in particular that I recall says a magic pill lets you lose weight while you sleep. Now, groundbreaking new studies are revealing that you don’t even need a mystical (and questionable) potion to lose weight while sleeping; what women in ...
Views: 609(1 vote) - Sound Healing, Hypnosis and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Jane Maati SmithIt is a universally known truth, music can affect your mood; it is also well known, mood can also can affect our appetite. Many of us, especially those with a few extra pounds, will often reach for high carbohydrate snacks when we are suffering from anxiety or depression. Doesn't it make sense, ...
Views: 4392(1 vote) - Special Seasonal Steps for Food Freedom - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Nancy Anderson DolanIt is holiday time again and time to think about a conscious celebration. The difference between what we think and want to feel like and what we actually experience, can drive even the most dedicated wellness woman into less than optimal choices with their eating and plans at this time of the ...
Views: 2233(1 vote) - Staying Healthy With Glycemic Index Common Foods - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Sabrina RoccaMost of us find it difficult to stay healthy and fit. Perhaps it is because we enjoy eating so much that it becomes hard to pay attention to the kind of food we eat. Are you sure you feed your body right? Do the foods you eat supply the nutrients your body needs to function correctly? How can ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - Staying Motivated When You're Trying to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Scott MilfordRecently, I was asked for help on getting motivated to stick to a weight-loss plan. This young man expressed difficulty in following through with eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. He cited having a chaotic schedule and running into moments of weakness which ruined his effort ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - Steamed Herbed Potatoes - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from George MateljanA quick and tasty way to serve potatoes. Prep and Cook Time: Prep and cooking time: 17 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 3 medium red potatoes • 1 TBS fresh lemon juice • 1 large clove garlic, pressed • 1 TBS chopped fresh oregano • 1 TBS chopped fresh parsley • 1 tsp chopped fresh ...
Views: 1633(2 votes) - Steamed Salmon and Asparagus with Mustard Dill Sauce - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from George MateljanThe tangy mustard dill sauce is a great complement to both the salmon and asparagus in this recipe that also provides you with excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin K, niacin, selenium, protein and tryptophan. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1 1/2 lb salmon ...
Views: 1958(2 votes) - Stop Overeating and Lose 10 Pounds - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauObesity is a leading cause of death in this country. It causes things like heart disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and many more ailments that can lead to an early death. Obesity is also one of the easiest health problems to overcome because in most cases, you do have at ...
Views: 831(1 vote) - Striving For Imperfection - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Lori FieldsStriving for Imperfection Had enough of trying to live up to impossible beauty standards and the pursuit of “perfection?” I say it’s time for a beauty revolution. Throw down those skinny jeans. Quit dissecting your body. Stop trying to recalibrate your self-image and start embracing your ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - Surprises on the Glycemic Index Chart - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsThe glycemic index (or GI) is no doubt a fantastic tool for anyone. Everyone from diabetics to dieters to good old-fashioned health nuts has found value in examining the glycemic index chart. If you are concerned with your health, there are many good reasons to familiarize yourself with the GI. ...
Views: 851(3 votes) - Sweet 'n Sour Cod with Cabbage and Broccoli - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from George MateljanThis is a great low-calorie dish that tastes great. It's a healthy version of sweet n sour that is quick and easy to prepare and uses no sugar. One serving also provides you with 100% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin C, 92% DV for vitamin K, and 50% DV for selenium. Enjoy! Prep and Cook ...
Views: 1658(2 votes) - Swiss Breakfast - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from George MateljanBreakfast is our most important meal and this Swiss Breakfast recipe is a nutritious and tasty way to start the day. It has a unique combination of sweetness and tartness and can be served hot or cold so it's a great breakfast dish to include as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating year-round. ...
Views: 1841(2 votes) - Taking Responsibility To Lose Weight Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3 - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Gwen RousseauHow many times do you see or hear commercials advertising the "Latest Way to Loose Weight WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING"!!! Each time I hear these advertisements I don't know if I should laugh or cry. There is only one way to lose weight and it is simple...Burn more calories than you consume. That ...
Views: 1195(2 votes) - Tebowing to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Cory CouillardWeight loss goals commonly coincide with vacation plans, reunions and weddings. In order to address the added pounds, there is a very critical component to success that is commonly overlooked. If you start a weight loss program and begin to fall off track, it’s usually not your bulging belly ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - Technological Advances for Non Surgical Fat reduction - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2015 from Puneet NayakIn our eat-and-run, massive-portion-sized culture, maintaining a healthy weight can be tough - and losing weight, even tougher. Losing the accumulated fat is not easy. Busy schedule at work place, increase in sedentary lifestyle, stress etc has developed unhealthy eating habits among most of ...
Views: 1124(1 vote) - Ten Tips to Get Healthy and Fit - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Jack SingerDo you desire a healthy life, but feel like the road to that lifestyle is an impossible one? The truth is that a life of vitality and energy is within your reach. If you’re willing to take a few simple steps toward your dreams, they can become reality. And this can happen quicker than you ...
Views: 1778(1 vote) - Thai-Style Cod with Seaweed - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from George MateljanThai restaurants are very popular. Yet, sometimes the dishes are too rich for some people. This Thai-style dish is a rich tasting, healthy version we created for you with many nutritional benefits. It is another delicious way to include more sea vegetables in your diet. Prep and Cook Time: ...
Views: 1547(2 votes) - The Missing Ingredient In Your Diet - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Karen Schachter"Whatever a person frequently thinks and reflects on, that will become the inclination of their mind." - Buddha "What we repeatedly think shapes our world." Jack Kornfield (The Wise Heart) Is self-acceptance something that comes hard for you, especially if you are struggling with some ...
Views: 889(3 votes) - The "Fight Against Cellulite" On The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet - And Other Alternatives - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Pete KoernerThe Morning Show with Mike and Juliet dedicated its Thursday, June 19, 2008 show to the fight against cellulite – the lumpy fat cells that look like “cottage-cheese” under the skin. Cellulite is believed to affect up to 90% of the female population; and a large number of men ...
Views: 3055(2 votes) - The 12 Steps of Recovery from Chronic Dieting - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLast week I invited you to welcome in this year by stopping your dieting. I gave 2 compelling reasons why diets don’t work for lasting weight loss, set point and water balance. This week I’m going into more detail on the first step toward “diet recovery”: Admit you have needs that haven’t been ...
Views: 733(2 votes) - The 15 Minute Legs, Arms And Belly Fat Workout For Home Or Gym - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanTime constraints can leave people thinking they have no time for exercise. A common perception is that in order to be fit and healthy you have to spend hours sweating it out in the gym. There is a way to make the most of what little time you have and gain health and fitness in less time whilst ...
Views: 1647(1 vote) - The 15-Minute Six Pack Workout For Home Or Gym - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanThe following method for exercising your abs in only 15 minutes involves a warm up for about 5 minutes, this could be skipping, jogging on the spot or walking. Once the body temperature is elevated gentle stretches for the tightest muscles in your body are recommended. The aim of the workout ...
Views: 1566(1 vote) - THE 8 KEYS TO WEIGHT LOSS - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from david rojasHow many times have you started a diet and abandoned? Or how many you have not worked? Well here we reveal the latest strategies for you to drop those extra pounds that annoy you so much, according to a report by the magazine Consumer Reports. Discipline without tricks The basic formula to ...
Views: 671(1 vote) - The Advantages of Slow Dieting - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Lawrence WileyThere is a certain mentality that says fast improvement is best for health situations. This conclusion doesn't necessarily stand up. Let's take the example of weight loss. I just saw an ad that said, "Take off 21 pounds in 30 days." What do you think of that? Should one take off twenty pounds ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - The awkward way that low self esteem shows up in your life - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2012 from Michelle SearsLow self esteem sometimes has an awkward way of showing itself in your life. Some things that seem so unrelated to how you see yourself is actually the exact result of it. How you see yourself has more of an effort on your overall life than any other factor. Because if you see yourself as ...
Views: 1353(1 vote) - The Best Way To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Sean Barker"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step..."If you fail to plan, you plan to fail". "Knowledge is power." Inspirational quotes are great for motivation but they will do nothing for you if you don't take action! Learn the real secret to losing weight here. Do you want to know ...
Views: 1528(1 vote) - The best way to lose weight is the natural way - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Acharya HargreavesThe best way to lose weight is with our bodies not against them. Our bodies were made to live with nature, not against her. So if we want to lose weight fast and keep it off we should do everything we can to help our bodies out. This means working with nature not against her and the best way ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - The Day Off Diets-Dieting Ideas - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from Clifford MacHanterHow many times have you told yourself you are going to lose weight? How many diet plans have you tried? Does it feel like you are on an endless cycle of weight loss failure without a real chance for success? Dieting doesn't have to be so difficult. In fact, making dieting difficult is a ...
Views: 1186(3 votes) - The Easy Way To Get Rid Of Fat - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanAll different kinds of success and achievements are born out of a goal. Goals are behind the worlds leading business tycoons and winning sports teams, and without a goal you are playing Russian roulette with your fat loss efforts. Success stories that happen by chance are few and far between. ...
Views: 1248(1 vote) - The Glycemic Index and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsThe glycemic index was developed with the express purpose of helping people with medical conditions such as diabetes learn what foods to avoid and what foods are safe. Reduced to its simplest terms, the index tells users how quickly a given food will break down by the digestive process and ...
Views: 794(2 votes) - The Glycemic Index List and Top Notch Fruits - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsThere are a lot of good reasons to choose foods that are low on the glycemic index list. The biggest of these reasons is that by choosing foods that are low on the glycemic index list , you are picking foods that slowly release glucose into your bloodstream. This means you will get to avoid the ...
Views: 1062(1 vote) - The Health Benefits of Essential Fats - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Marcus J MichaelThe excess intake of fats is almost universally consented to by health specialists to predispose the body to numerous health conditions despite its function as an essential source of nourishment. Likewise, regardless of the fact that different types of dietary fats have different kinds of ...
Views: 826(1 vote) - The Keys to Personal Change - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from William AndersonEverywhere I turn everyday, I encounter people who are unhappy with some aspect of themselves or their lives. They are not just at my psychotherapy practice or the community clinic I volunteer in. I encounter them at church, at nightclubs, at the health club, at the convenience store, at the ...
Views: 2112(7 votes) - The Lazy Person’s Two Step Diet (Easy)! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockWho has time to count calories? Or shop for exotic, low calorie, super foods, (acai berries?) or sign up for all the latest fad diets? I certainly know that I don't. I remember times in my life when dieting was not a problem. Playing football and burning up three or four thousand calories a ...
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