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What Is Your Healthy Weight?
January 06, 2009
In a day in age when it seems like the whole world is obsessed with being skinny, maybe it is time that we take a realistic look at what healthy actually looks like. There are definite health concerns that come with having excess body fat , but the same goes for the opposite.
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Healthy New Years Resolutions
December 30, 2008
With New Years just a day away, your own goals for 2009 are probably not far from your mind. The most common New Years resolutions have to do with health although the specific individual goals vary. Here are three healthy New Years resolutions to add to your list if they are not already there.
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3 Health Tips for Eating Out
December 22, 2008
Because of our busy lifestyles, the average person does not have enough time or energy to cook every single meal that they consume. For this reason, many people find themselves eating out at least a few times a week. Dont assume that you cannot do it in a healthy way though-eating out does not have to equal unhealthy.
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Have a Calorie Smart Christmas
December 12, 2008
The holidays are filled with Christmas parties and gatherings often so much so that January finds you with a few extra pounds on you. Holiday parties equal food and lots of it. To avoid the holiday weight gain you need a plan and you need to be strategic.
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The Energy Density of Food
December 08, 2008
If you are one of the many people who believe you need to starve to get or stay thin it is time to change your way of thinking. Its not so much about how much you eat but what you eat. Different foods can have the same amount of calories but one will make you feel full faster and longer.
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3 Tips to Cut Calories
December 03, 2008
Losing a few pounds doesn&undefined;t have to be hard as long as you are in no hurry. There are ways that you can cut calories in very simple ways on an everyday basis. Over time these calories will add up and you will find yourself losing weight. Depending on how much you slash your calories you could even lose up to a pound a week.
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3 Late-Night Snacks
November 25, 2008
We all get a craving for late night snacks every now and then. Although it is ideal to eat your last piece of food about three hours before you go to bed, sometimes the reality is that you just need a bit to eat before you go to bed. Here are three late night snacks that are reasonably healthy and you wont feel guilty indulging when those late night cravings hit.
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Addicted to Carbs
November 24, 2008
Most people don&undefined;t realize how addicted to carbs they actually are. Until you try to change your eating habits or go on a cleanse, it&undefined;s hard to really notice how much carb food we eat. Although some carbs are good for you, most of us eat too many. The reason is that they are an easy fix to feel full and they over you that heavy lazy feeling and thus many of them they are labeled “comfort food”.
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Good Habits for Weight Loss
November 20, 2008
Poor eating habits are the main reason why people struggle with their weight. Even if you get enough exercise, the chances are if you overindulge, you will still have a few extra pounds. They key to getting slim and staying there begins by taking a good look at your eating habits.
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3 Guilt-Free Comfort Foods
November 19, 2008
Feeling a tinge of the winter blues? Most people start to feel a little down in the winter time-less sunlight, more rain, cold weather-it all adds up to equal tiredness and a little moodiness at times. It is not uncommon to reach for foods to make you feel better. “Comfort foods” are most often eaten during the fall and winter and it is not a coincidence that this is the same time when people often put on a few pounds.
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Mushrooms Fight Cancer and Prevent Stroke
November 18, 2008
The cancer-protective benefits of some vegetables are undeniable. Garlic, tomatoes, broccoli, and spinach are all notorious for being very efficient in preventing cancer and other diseases. One more item to now add to your grocery list is
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3 Stability Ball Exercises
November 14, 2008
There are so many exercise tools on the market today that it is hard to know which ones actually produce results. One that has been around for a long time and really does work is the stability ball. It is a very cheap piece of equipment that can be used for so many things. The stability ball adds another element to your exercise routine-it helps you focus on your core and helps you focus on trouble areas. Here are the three top stability ball exercises which are simple to do yet very effective.
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3 Reasons for A.M. Workout
November 12, 2008
Whether you consider yourself to be a morning person or not, there are many ways that you can benefit from working out in the morning. It doesn&undefined;t mean you have to get up at 5am every morning, but even if you fit in a quick half an hour workout consistently, you should see results. Here are the top three reasons to work out in the AM.
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Drunkorexia - a Dangerous Diet
November 04, 2008
There is now a new health scare emerging and it&undefined;s call “drunkorexia”. Although not a textbook medical term, drunkorexia refers to those who replace meals with alcohol. This phenomenon is not new, but has been growing in popularity over the last few years. It is most predomenant in young women who are calorie counters. They often skip meals in exchange for drinking so as to not feel so guilty about the calories they are consuming.
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