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For those who have ever been on a diet, the idea of snacking may seem taboo, right up there with equally punishable behaviours like eating deep fried foods, white flour, and decadent desserts. But contrary to conventional thinking, research has shown that snacking is not only a healthy habit to adopt, but also a necessary [...]
When we think of a “fat burner,” typically what comes to mind is something we ingest, like a pill or powder. However, science has shown us that a whole other realm of fat fighters exists that don’t come in a bottle. Among the most potent of these unconventional diet supplements, according to recent research, is music. The fact that [...]
Synthetic fat substitutes used in low-calorie potato chips and other foods could backfire and contribute to weight gain and obesity, according to a study published by the American Psychological Association. The study, by researchers at Purdue University, challenges the conventional wisdom that foods made with fat substitutes help with weight loss. “Our research showed that [...]
After many studies, it has been proven that 5-HTP helps improve the mood of depressed patients and help panic attacks. The same sources also recommended that more research on 5 -HTP should be done before claims were made. 5 HTP for Sleep and Weight Loss 5 HTP may aid in weight loss and improve sleep [...]
You Ask: Dear Allison: I have struggled with my weight all of my life. In the past I have done better with power walking better than dieting or anything else. I kept off 80 pounds for about 5 years. That was age 25-30. I am now 41. I had been hovering around 240 lbs. for [...]
When it comes to your health, it’s a jungle out there. If you are over 55, the predators include chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis. Even with modern medicine behind you, they can disable and kill you before your time — unless you take evasive action. Sadly, this is not news. [...]
Today begins our final week of “What’s For Fitness.” Six more days of tips offered to inspire and empower you to live your happiest and healthiest life possible! How are we doing so far? More importantly, how are you doing? My tip for you today is all about “moving” in a new direction! Not sure [...]
The media is buzzing about the Dukan Diet, a popular french diet known about for years, that is now sparking interest in the United States. With celebrities like Penelope Cruz claiming to lose baby weight by using this diet and soon-to-be Princess Kate Middleton supposedly using this diet to lose some pre-wedding weight; it made [...]
Discussing how many calories one burns up for a particular exercise or which cardio machine burns the most is not my favorite topic. Truthfully, it frustrates me. Too often the focus with exercise is about burning off yesterdays splurge, instead of the important health benefits for tomorrow. I would prefer that exercise machines didn’t display calories [...]
On this season of “Dancing With The Stars”, they truly saved the best for last on their first episode. Despite being 60-years-old and not a size 2, Alley rocked her first dance and is a force to be reckoned with this season. Alley tells E! News, “I did work hard, and I’m going to work [...]
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