With the growing obesity epidemic, our society has begun to focus attention on effective methods to lose weight. The result has been a social obsession with “miracle diets” which has introduced a surprisingly controversial debate about calorie consumption. You may have heard the phrase “a calorie is a...
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Besides tasting great, enjoying a breakfast of whole grain oatmeal can be wonderful for your health. Oatmeal has many health benefits which have been proven in nutritional studies. Want more incentive to make oatmeal a permanent part of your healthy breakfast routine? Here are five health benefits of oatmeal. Prevents Breast...
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Lately, it seems like a lot of fad diets focus on cutting carbohydrates. These diets claim you can consume fat, protein and calories in abundance while still losing weight – as long as you cut out sugar. While eating unhealthy fats and calories is never recommended, there is a scientific reason why eating too much sugar can...
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With the popularity of carb-free or low-carb diets, many people have been ignoring the importance of grains in a balanced diet. While some grains (such as wheat) may be a source of empty calories, certain grains actually have some great health benefits. Quinoa, often called an “ancient grain”, can help promote good...
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A lot of first-time moms wonder about what they should be eating while breastfeeding. The answer might surprise you – essentially, you want to stick to the same healthy dietary choices you made while pregnant. In fact, breastfeeding has been called the “miracle diet”, because you actually burn from 200-500 calories...
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Swimsuit season is just around the corner – are you ready? Each year, millions of people make a resolution to lose weight by the summer. Want to jump-start your weight loss regimen? Here are five ways you can lose five pounds. Note: Always consult with your doctor before starting any sort of weight loss regimen, or making...
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