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- Stop Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Irina BenoitNorth Americans spend billions of dollars on diets in an attempt to instantly improve their physical appearance. Scientific research has proven that, “diets work for only less then 10% of the population”. Even if every diet you tried was just another disappointment — you CAN lose weight! I ...
Views: 1129 - Risks of Gastric Bypass Surgery - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from Karen BrockGetting a gastric bypass surgery is a major decision. It requires careful research of the procedure and its potential risks in order to avoid post-surgery complications. It is therefore crucial to know the risks of gastric bypass surgery. There are several different risk factors that play a ...
Views: 1128 - The Link Between Obesity and Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Jen PageThe apparent likelihood of a connection between breast cancer and being overweight is an issue of growing concern. Statistical evidence has shown that women with excessive upper body and abdominal fat account for a large percentage of breast cancer patients. No conclusive results have been made ...
Views: 1128(2 votes) - Metabolise Me! Metabolise Me! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mark PiercyMetabolism For most people, eating smart is usually a case of increasing consumption and eating more regularly. How many people do you know, have convinced themselves that in order to lose weight they have to eat less. I have looked everywhere to track down the scientific research to support ...
Views: 1127 - Possible dangers and difficulties with Lap Band surgery - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Andrew JhonsonLap Band surgery engages putting a saline-filled ring round the top piece of the stomach. This ring closes off the bigger, base piece of the stomach and departs a little pouch in the top portion. This little pouch is now where the nourishment proceeds, and due to the little dimensions it ...
Views: 1127(1 vote) - Sitting on a Ball Means Your Back Never Remains Still - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalHave you ever tried sitting on a balance ball? It is not recommended if you are concentrating on another task; because you will likely to fall off. A ball has no secure position for your pelvic bones, because of the natural curve in the ball. You will likely put pressure on one side or the ...
Views: 1127 - Avoid Pitfalls With These Fat Loss Tips - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Andrew penaWhat exactly is keeping you from starting to shed pounds? Do you not have a definite strategy on how to slim down and get overwhelmed when considering starting? This informative article will provide you with the guild lines and information about how you can start simple and not be overwhelmed ...
Views: 1126 - 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: 1126(3 votes) - HEALTHFUL TIPS: Holistic Weight Management - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Daniel ClementineDear valued reader, I would like to bring your mind back to a time when, if we were overweight we would go to the gym, walk around the block every afternoon and take up a social sport as well as watch what we ate. NOT ANY MORE this trend seems to be just that, something you do as it gets ...
Views: 1124(2 votes) - Plastic Surgery - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Chris RichardsonWe have all seen plastic surgery, and it rarely looks good or natural. The eternal quest for youth has left some people looking like caricatures of themselves after one surgery too many. What is it that drives people to this length to improve their looks? Celebrities, as they try to keep pace ...
Views: 1124 - 3 Tips to Losing Weight - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Elena KlimenkoLosing weight is not about tongue biting and hungry bellies. Learning how to eat right, balance emotions, and develop new rhythms can all play a role. In addition to the tips offered below, true success to losing those unwanted pounds comes from consistency and support. It takes repetition to ...
Views: 1122 - Could Being Obese Be Good For Heart Patients ? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Elena KolacyA recent study published by researchers from Louisiana about the "Obesity Paradox" has caused much confusion and discussions. The research findings were extensively reported in the media under titles that, at least to a lay man suggested "Being fat could be good for you". Now nothing could ...
Views: 1122(2 votes) - The Skinny on Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2014 from Judy GoldmanJust like with many things in life, there are degrees of severity in obesity and weight loss. There are people who have to lose some weight because they are trying to fit into an old pair of jeans or who have a special event coming up and want to look better. A great example of someone like ...
Views: 1121 - Is Fast Weight Loss Really Bad? - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Dorothy PalmerI just don’t understand where all this negativity is coming from. There are so many so-called “experts” who keep telling us fast weight loss is incredibly stupid and all kinds of bad things are going to happen to us if we do it. Some of weight loss forums will actually ban you for endorsing ...
Views: 1121 - 3 Useful tips for Weight loss according to Ayurveda - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2019 from Sri TulasiObesity is a curse for every age person. Today it is considered fatal than any terrible disease. Health experts have also proved that obesity is a disease itself, as well as the cause of many diseases. It gives shelter to diseases such as blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, paralysis, ...
Views: 1119 - A More Serious Way To Damage Your Back Than Prolonged Sitting - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalProlonged sitting is only a problem when you remain still in one position without moving your spine along with the rest of your body. Moving your spine has a knock-on effect to all your skeletal joints and thus keeps your whole body in movement. A far more serious way of causing injury to ...
Views: 1117 - Battling Children’s Addiction to Sugar and Bad Eating Habits In and Out of School - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerJust take a quick look around the playgrounds in and around schools these days and you will see fewer kids playing sports, and more either gaming or texting. In addition to the loss of activity, their bad eating habits in school as well as at home are increasing our children’s waistlines. With ...
Views: 1116(2 votes) - Tips to Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Candace CzarnyWeight gain is something that many people battle with, especially during the holidays. Beginning with Thanksgiving, and continuing through Christmas and the New Year, you may find yourself experiencing weight problems. What most people haven't considered is that Feng Shui and weight loss can ...
Views: 1116(3 votes) - Methods to Overcome Obesity and Hypertension - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Eugene MaylenSystolic pressure will be the level of pressure exerted when pumping blood out of the heart whilst diastolic pressure is the resting period in in between every endless cycle of blood circulation all through the body. Any indicators of deviating from the perfect level mentioned above just shows ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - Some Easy Ways to Reduce Everyday Sugar Consumption - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraExcessive consumption of sugar has come across as one of the greatest banes of the age, and sugar is related to a host of disorders in human beings, including diabetes, obesity and the conditions that are synonym with obesity, such as hypertension and even secondary osteoarthritis. What is ...
Views: 1111 - Why Can't I Find Comfort in Sitting? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalSitting is the most common action performed by our body. We do more sitting than we do walking. Yet why do we complain so much about the way we sit? The answer lies in the fact that we have never understood how to sit correctly for comfort. In my youth I was always told to 'sit up,' or my ...
Views: 1111 - Which Diet Will Help Me Lose the Most Weight? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from richard LipmanAs the challenge of increasing excessive weight becomes more and more prevalent the answers tend to increase just as quick. The latest questionnaire show that more than 35% of citizens of Mississippi and Alabama are obese while only 20% of residents of Colorado fit into that classification. ...
Views: 1108 - The Dangers in Daily Living: Picking Up a Feather - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWhether you are picking up a feather or a sack of potatoes; the principles of bending over and reaching to the floor are the same. Always remember that your spine is not designed to bend into a 90 degree angle. There is no flexibility in the spine. It is your legs that need the movement and not ...
Views: 1107 - Lose Weight Or Die! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Adam KesslerSeems to be a pretty strong statement, but more doctors are saying this to their patients or something like this. The only reason I put it in the subject line is because recently someone discussed this with me that his doctor was this blunt. This statement can also be linked to a new study ...
Views: 1106(1 vote) - Weight Loss Tips: 5 Tests That Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerIf you’re overweight or obese, it is very important to get these five tests done regularly. Even if you’re of normal weight, these tests can potentially detect a major health risk. It’s always better to take precaution and get checked up regularly by your doctor, even if you don’t have any ...
Views: 1106(2 votes) - 5 Tips to End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are struggling with emotional eating, you're not alone. I still catch myself doing it- just the other day I sat down in front of my computer and opened up a bag of Terra chips and started shoveling them in. I stopped myself before I ate the entire bag because I became aware of what I ...
Views: 1104 - The Dangers to Your Spine in Daily Living - Brushing Your Teeth - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalWhat! A simple task as brushing your teeth? How can this be so dangerous? I have done it this way for years and it's never been a problem! The fact that you have repeated the same motion for years may be the reason why your back is now giving you problems. It may be that you are so accustomed ...
Views: 1102 - A Correct Way to Sit that Provides Therapeutic Comfort to Your Spine - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Gail McGonigalYour back or spinal column is the most important part of your skeletal body. Without your spinal column, functional mobility would be impaired and your comfort level in ergonomic sitting would greatly jeopardize your internal organs. The main purpose of the spinal column is to maintain the ...
Views: 1101 - 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: 1099 - Do Genes Play a Role in Success after Lap-band® surgery? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Jessica MillardDo Genes Play a Role in Success after Lap-band® surgery? More than 1,000 people with a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 35 experienced a less successful (in terms of) weight loss after lap band surgery and other procedures. This was made evident by a recent study, which likely mirrors ...
Views: 1098 - Prevent Obesity By Making Small Simple Changes in Your Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Brent P CullenAs you probably already know, obesity has become a major problem with people in our great country. This is especially true when it comes to our children. The good news is that various studies have been conducted and it has been shown that it can be prevented with some small easy lifestyle ...
Views: 1098 - Why Is Losing Weight So Hard for Some and Easy for Others? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2017 from Josef BichlerAchieving a manageable weight is everyone’s wish with a weight problem. The question here is: "Why can some do it and others not? One answer: Some are positive thinkers, and some are not! It is a matter of organizing your mind to organize your weight and health. Of course, there are other ...
Views: 1098 - A Simple Guide To Getting Down To Your Goal Weight - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2013 from Ramil MorlaLosing weight can often be challenging to someone who is not accustomed to eating a certain way and doing regular exercise. It is necessary to find out all you can about losing weight so you can do it safely and successfully. Here are some great and effective ways to lose weight. A great ...
Views: 1097 - Why Do Physicians Recommend High Protein Diets For Medical & Surgical Weight Loss Patients? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from joe griffinStudies have shown that patients who consume a high protein, low carb diet have less hunger as they go through their weight loss process. Proteins seem to suppress hunger and cravings. Carbohydrates and sugar on the other hand seem to stimulate hunger and cravings. Another reason why ...
Views: 1097(3 votes) - 5 Fast Weight Loss Tricks for Faster Results - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from James SmithPeople want to lose weight want to achieve their goals the easiest and fastest way possible. All of them want a quick fix when it comes to getting a toner and shapelier body. However, the sad truth is that there is no really easy way to get into those goals. There is no magic. There is no ...
Views: 1096 - Get Back On Track After Over-Indulgent Eating: 4 Steps to Follow - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2015 from Dave SmithIt’s the weekend and your social schedule is packed. You’ve got a night out with friends on Friday, followed by a wedding Saturday afternoon, and then a birthday party to cap it all off on Sunday. Fun? Yes. Healthy eating? Not so much. Whether it’s an entire weekend of not-so-healthy ...
Views: 1096 - How to LOVE Your Body Right NOW! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Joey PoltorYou are a Goddess and your body is your temple! It doesn't matter how much you are dissatisfied with how it looks right this minute; you must cherish, love and respect your body. It's the only one you will ever have! Please don't tell yourself that you will love your body when it ...
Views: 1094 - 5 Tips to End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Janine GilardeIf you are struggling with emotional eating, you're not alone. I still catch myself doing it- just the other day I sat down in front of my computer and opened up a bag of Terra chips and started shoveling them in. I stopped myself before I ate the entire bag because I became aware of what I ...
Views: 1093 - 5 Easy Ways to Get Kids to Eat Vegetables - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Trina ClearyHaving trouble convincing your kids to swallow a healthy dose of greens each day? Try some of these quick tricks for boosting their veggie intake. 1. Grating is Great Small mouths like small pieces, and grated food is just one step up from a puree or mash. Kids enjoy eating grated carrot or ...
Views: 1093(3 votes) - Crash Diets That Work - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsMost people who want to lose weight may have resorted to various types of crash diets. Oftentimes, not all these systems are effective and so you have to be careful when opting for it. There are various types of crash diets that work , and it has been proven by many people who have tried it and ...
Views: 1093 - How Gastric Bypass Works - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from treena murphyGastric bypass surgeries and other weight loss medical procedures being performed in the United States are increasing for the last few years. This may be in response for the increase in the number of people suffering from obesity. According to the American Society of Bariatric Surgery, ...
Views: 1093 - How to Eat Great and Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Joel MorelSnacking on dried out rice cakes and wilted lettuce leaves is no way to spend your mealtimes. You don’t have to eat bland, boring foods just to trim up. It is possible to eat great and lose weight all at the same time. If you choose quality foods and have a willingness to try new things, you ...
Views: 1092 - Best Diet Plan- To Achieve a Healthy Body - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Adrian ReidDo you know that 95% of the diet plans fail? With thousands of weight loss diet plan already available on the web, diet books, television and more, it feels really difficult to identify which diet plan would be the best one. There are millions of losing weight tips on the web for both men ...
Views: 1091 - 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: 1090 - Childhood Obesity - A Troubling Problem With a Treatable Solution - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Jorg MardianLet's talk frankly about a subject causing a great deal of concern with health professionals today, namely childhood obesity. According to Statistics Canada, the percentage of Canadian children and adolescents who are overweight or obese has climbed from 15% in 1979, to 26% in 2004. That's a ...
Views: 1090 - Reclaim the Intuitive Eater From Within - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Bonnie GillerImagine if you had all the money you've ever spent on diet programs, what could you buy? Diamond earrings, a gold watch, a new car, a summer home? There is no doubt that those diets worked for you... short-term. But what happened after you went off the diet? More than likely, those pounds lost ...
Views: 1088(1 vote) - Remedies for Weight Loss: How Pills Work - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Stiven BensonIt is shown in research that the percentage of people fit and healthy people reduces the percentage of unfit. The main cause of the deficiency of healthy people is caused due to the increase in obese individuals. Most who suffer from obesity are not only the industry of adults, children from ten ...
Views: 1087 - The Success Rates of In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2019 from Dr Shivani GourIn Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an effective fertility treatment option for many couples and individuals dealing with male issue fertility and female infertility matters. General Success Rates of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) While numbers can vary from study to study, the general success rates ...
Views: 1086 - Top Ten Tips For Weight Loss That You Won't Get From a Fitness Guru - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Vanessa TalbotA healthy lifestyle is a holistic process where all the pieces need to come together for ultimate success. The energy around you, and your neural pathways can be blocked in un-resourceful ways which prevents us from following through with our efforts to lose weight and get in shape. This I have ...
Views: 1086 - How to Lose the Pounds and Keep Them Off - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Marc FosseyAbout Weight Loss Obesity is a rising problem throughout much of the developed world, with the Americas and Europe topping the leader boards for weight related issues. With over 1.6 billion adults classed as overweight, and 400 million medically categorised as obese, it is not surprising that ...
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