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Getting past a weight-loss plateau

Posted: Apr 21 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

When it comes to losing weight, there are few things more frustrating than reaching a weight loss plateau. Even if you know that it’s normal and just a sign that your body is reaching a new equilibrium with a slower metabolism, it can still be quite discouraging if you haven’t quite reached your goal weight.

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How do you lose weight?

Posted: Apr 10 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

Losing weight can be as simple as basic math. One pound is equal to approximately 3,500 calories. If you can reduce the amount of calories you consume and increase the amount of calories you burn, you will lose weight.

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Rapid Weight Loss

Posted: Mar 31 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

There’s no denying that the idea of losing a lot of weight in a short amount of time is appealing. Americans spend as much as $33 billion a year on weight loss products in an effort to drop unwanted pounds, and we all want to see results as quickly as possible. But are the advertisements that promise you can “lose weight fast!” telling the truth? And is that kind of weight loss, if it is possible, good for your body? Learn the truth about rapid weight loss.

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Fitness Fables

Posted: Mar 23 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

The fitness world is full of cliches like “no pain, no gain” and “more sweat, less fat.” But are these old adages true? Get the truth about fitness fables and the best ways to get and stay in shape.

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Slow Down Skin Aging

Posted: Mar 10 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

None of us wants to look older than we are, but it can often feel like we’re fighting against our skin in our quest to look youthful. Plastic surgeons and cosmetic companies promise miracle cures that can help in the fight against aging skin, but there are plenty of things you can do on your own—often for free—to keep your skin looking younger. Learn how to turn back the signs of aging on your skin.

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Fish Oils May Slow Genetic Aging

Posted: Feb 26 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

Preliminary studies suggest that the omega-3 fatty acids contained in fish may help slow down the aging process. Dr. Ramin Farzaneh-Far of the University of California San Francisco looked at the rate at which telomeres slowed in people who consumed varying amounts of omega-3s. The study consisted of a prospective cohort study of 608 patients in California with stable coronary artery disease.

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Healthy Snack Ideas

Posted: Feb 19 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

Healthy snacks can be an important part of your weight loss plan. Eating a healthy snack when you’re hungry between meals can help you avoid overeating later. The key to snacking and losing weight is to keep an eye on how many extra calories you’re getting when you snack.

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Snacks and your weight-loss plan

Posted: Feb 16 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

If you’re trying to lose weight, you may be focusing on restricting how much—and how often—you eat. After all, eating fewer calories and burning more is the secret to weight loss success, right? Well, yes. But losing weight doesn’t have to mean giving up snacks between meals.

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Top Diet Tips for Social Occasions

Posted: Feb 10 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

If you’ve ever tried to diet while attending social events, you know there are potential obstacles around every corner. Business gatherings, office parties, and elaborate meals make it difficult for even the most disciplined among us to keep up with a healthy lifestyle.

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Are Women the Fatter Sex?

Posted: Feb 09 in Healthy Living Blog by admin

On average, women have a higher percentage of body fat than men. (Keep in mind that this is a general statement and understand that there are definitely exceptions.) Does this mean that women are the fatter sex? Scientific study seems to indicate that this could be the case.

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