How Calories Affect Your Weight, Your Health and Your Body

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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Why Cutting Sugar Causes You to Lose Weight

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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How to Start a Weight Loss Program if You’re Overweight

Feb 22, 12 How to Start a Weight Loss Program if You’re Overweight

Posted by Carolyn in Diet, Exercise, Weight Loss

With each new year, millions of people make a resolution to lose more weight. Our country is currently experiencing an obesity epidemic, as thousands of Americans each year exceed their recommended weight. If you’re looking to begin a weight loss program, it can be incredibly difficult to know where to start, especially if...

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4 Health Benefits of Quinoa

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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3 Ways Healthy Living Can Help You Lose 5 Pounds

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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