Category Archives: Weight Loss

Weight Loss – Exercise, The Diet Partner

Most people will try a hundred different fad diets, at least as many nutritional supplements and even all sorts of wacky alternatives. But, getting them to exercise can be a real challenge. Nevertheless, it’s an inescapable fact that proper diet … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Myths and Reality

Few commercialized areas of science are so filled with myths as that focused on weight loss. Everyone wants a simple, safe, no-willpower solution. Someday, we may actually get one. For now there are no magic cures. But there are quite … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – The South Beach Diet

The South Beach Diet is a phased approach to weight loss and Nutrition. In the three major phases dieters will eat selected foods and avoid others, in order to balance the glycemic index to lose weight and achieve optimal metabolism. … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Fluid Intake and Nutrition

Diets, especially those that focus on weight loss, often concentrate on what to eat. But fluids are a major part of any healthy, balanced diet as well. Runners know this well, but the same guidelines apply to anyone interested in … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Fiber and Why It’s Good

In Nutrition circles, one often hears “eat fiber, it’s good for you”. But fiber is a carbohydrate and those are supposed to be bad, or at least severely limited. What gives? The resolution to this dilemma lies in examining more … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – How to Manage Cravings While You Diet?

Even a healthy diet doesn’t eliminate all cravings. The desire for a chocolate bar, a high-calorie cappuccino and other high-sugar, high-fat items doesn’t disappear overnight. But cravings can be managed, and with more than just ‘sheer willpower’, important as that … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – What Is Obesity?

Nearly everyone today worries about being overweight. We’re constantly inundated with messages from TV and the Internet about widespread obesity and the risks of being obese. Whether it’s health issues or social acceptance, no one wants to be fat. But … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Selecting The Right Weight Loss Program

For some people a formal weight loss program isn’t necessary. They can summon the willpower, do the research and carry out the needed actions independently. Others will benefit from support, guidance and a helping hand. When seeking out that weight … Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Organic Foods, Pros and Cons

Much of the writing on diet and nutrition is more than just informational. It often veers into the realm of values and ethics, recommendations about what you should (or should not) do. Nowhere is this more evident than in discussions of organic food. But, while advocates can reasonably debate the pros and cons of an organic food lifestyle, it’s beneficial not to lose sight of the objective science that can support either view. Continue reading

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Weight Loss – Phytonutrients, An Introduction

Phytonutrients are the new hot item in diet and nutrition. But what are they and why are they believed to be so healthful? Continue reading

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