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Obesity is now being called an epidemic in the health community. In fact, it will soon be the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, even ahead of cigarette smoking. Obesity leads to type two diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke, and even an increased risk of cancer. With all of these health risks, as well as the general improvement in the quality of life that can occur, losing weight is one of the best...
You know you shouldn't be working on the computer all night and expect that you'll go right to sleep, right? Even so, it has to be done so what's an over active-minded insomniac to do in order to get those valuable Zs before the morning alarm bell? A proven sure-fire method is to use breathing techniques to relax the body and mind. There are plenty of methods but an easy one to use is known as the 4-7-8 technique. Find a comfortable place to...
You've tried virtually every "diet" you can think of and still haven't lost weight. Or, perhaps you've lost weight only to gain it back quickly. You feel like you are in a never-ending battle you can't win. Does this sound familiar? Stop beating yourself over the head in frustration and stop believing in the weight loss and exercise myths! More than likely, you just aren't armed with the correct information to help you successfully reach your...
Your pants are a bit tight, you can't seem to stop eating junk, and you're tired all of the time. It's time to get healthy and lose weight. Combined with a more sensible diet, an exercise bike can help you achieve the results you want. Ugh, the Diet. So many people go wrong here. Forget fad diets, forget starvation. Slow and steady wins the race. Try changing one thing about your diet. Limit yourself to one soda a day. Stop skipping meals. If...
Health Benefits of Ginger and Turmeric Tea How much tea do you drink? The many health benefits of ginger and turmeric tea. When my water intake dips lower than I’d like, I augment my fluid intake with tea. Herbal blends, in particular, have many medicinal benefits and give my system a good flush. The problem is, sometimes I brew a bag and it tastes kind of weak, or stale. Then, I wonder how long that box was sitting on a shelf before I bought...
You’re strolling through the aisles of the store and right alongside the toothpaste, brushes, and floss is a mystifying range of products. Strips, trays, tubes of gel, pens, and wands – every single one of them promising a Hollywood smile. But you are probably wondering if you should buy one of these products. I can’t really blame you for being tempted. Advertising gets the best of us all sometimes. Are you confused? You might be...
Have you ever tried to induce a state called ketosis? “uh, what?” Let me explain the... Negatives of ketogenic diet. Ketosis can happen whether we work for it or not. The keto diet is insanely effective... Is it a good fit for you? Should you do it? When we don’t eat enough carbohydrates, our body looks for fat to use as energy. When fat is our energy source, we have higher concentrations of ketones. This is what the ketogenic...
In our society, thin and healthy people are considered to achieve more, be more social, and even provide better incomes. One recent study found that obese women made an average of two thousand dollars less every year than their skinny counterparts. This struggle to decide whether to accept oneself as she is or to move toward making different choices and hoping for a different outcome often lands women on the roller coaster search for bigger and...
The 9 Irresistible Foods That Burn Belly Fat Fast 9 Irresistible Foods That Burn Belly Fat Fast “Abs are made in the kitchen.” Does that phrase drive you nuts? It frustrates me... ...but only because it’s true. Squats can lift your behind. Shoulder presses can tone your upper arms. But core exercises don’t give you a flat stomach or narrow waist. Indeed, you can do all the crunches and planks you like. The muscle you create will never be...
How to lose belly fat naturally without exercise! Can you hold a proper plank? How many crunch variations do you know? Such exercises are excellent for building a stronger core. The real question is; do they reduce belly fat? Knowing that you can’t spot-reduce fat... ...my inclination is to say no. For a lot of us, a mix of cardio and resistance training is more effective. However, I’m aware that exercise isn’t in the cards for many people....
It’s hard to stick to a diet. You have so much to deal with. Hunger and cravings, not to mention the expense, all come to mind when you think of the word diet. But the truth is, all that expensive diet food is harming you. It’s usually over-processed to the point that your body probably doesn’t even recognize that it is food. It cannot digest it, and you have stomach issues, heartburn, and vacillate between constipation and diarrhea. But, when...
How do you feel about carbohydrates? They’re good if you need energy, but a lot of carbs can lead to weight gain, right? Which brings me to the next question... Do you think there are any benefits of eating dates in the morning? “uh, what?” Okay… we’ll get back to that in just a minute. And how do you feel about sugar? It’s the devil, isn’t it? Not only does it lead to weight gain, but it contributes to disease. What if I told you that...
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Exercise
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Weight Loss Tips
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