Weight Control
Avoiding Atkins
If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, your doctor has probably told you to lose weight. Maybe you've considered trying the atkins diet. But, when it comes to lowering those lipids, all weight-loss diets are not created equal.
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The Glycemic Index Debate
Weight control has caused a huge debate over the years. Specifically the value of the glycemic index (GI) is raging in the nutrition community. What makes the index so controversial? And is there anything beneficial about low-GI eating that we can apply to our own lives?
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Safety of Sweeteners
High fructose corn syrup is getting an extreme makeover thanks to a new ad campaign, but they’re trying to pull the wool over the eyes of the American public.
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Alpha-Lipoic Acid- The Universal Antioxidant
There are many very good reasons to take alpha-lipoic acid, a vitamin-like antioxidant that’s sometimes referred to as the “universal antioxidant.”
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Diet Pills and Appetite Suppressants
A new study has found that obesity rates continue to climb across the nation. This epidemic poses a major health threat, and has had a social and psychological impact. Weight control is something everyone should be aware of.
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Boosting Metabolism
Low-calorie diets can work for a while, but they miss the key ingredient that keeps thin people skinny – no matter how many calories they take in. That well-kept secret is a speedy metabolism booster that helps with weight control.
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Fad Diets
The safest way to lose weight – one that avoids rapid metabolic slowdown and possible muscle loss – is to eat a sensible, healthy diet while moderately decreasing caloric intake.
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Dr. Bennett’s Obesity Lecture
Respected family physician, Dr. Terry Bennett, was simply trying to save a life with the “obesity lecture” he gave one of his patients. In my book, that’s a very good thing.
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High Fructose Corn Syrup- Obesity
High fructose corn syrup can be found in everything from breakfast cereals to soft drinks. Regular consumption can lead to obesity and other serious health problems.
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Weight Loss and Grape Seed Extract
Most low-carb “diet” foods are full of fat. Here’s the deal – forget about tempting marketing claims of these convenience foods – enjoy the real thing. Just eat less of it!
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Treating Obesity
For treating obesity, there’s no substitute for doing the hard work – sticking with a low-cal diet and adopting a regular exercise routine.
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Foods That Fight Fat
Substituting fat-fighting foods for high-calorie junk foods can help fat melt away.
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CLA Supplements and Weight Loss
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) can reduce body fat while increasing muscle strength and exercise endurance. It’s a smart addition to a low-cal diet and exercise plan.
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Weight Loss and a Healthy Diet
The holidays are a tough time of year if you’re watching your weight. Here are a few tricks to help you enjoy the season while keeping your waistline from exploding.
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Speed Up Weight Loss
The many popular diets attempting to address a growing obesity epidemic are sending mixed messages. Learn about nutritional supplements that can help speed weight loss.
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Biological Effects of Fast Foods
Researchers who have been testing the biological effects of fast foods are discovering that they can trigger hormonal changes in the body that could make it difficult to control eating.
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