Category Archives: Weight Loss

10 Tips for Controlling Portions and Calories on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we all know what that means: delicious foods like roast or fried turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, cranberry sauce, and whatever other delectable sides and desserts your family and friends decide to bring to the feast on Thursday.

For dieters and weight loss seekers, Thanksgiving can be a difficult time of the year – a time of restraint and temptation when those around you are pigging out, seemingly without any detrimental consequences. The good news is that you do not have to sacrifice any a specific flavor at your holiday feasts this season, so long as you are willing to moderate your portion sizes. Following a few simple Thanksgiving portion control tips and strategies will make this a breeze, and take the guilt out of what should be a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner.

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Monkeys Lose Weight with New Weight Loss Drug

If you have struggled with weight loss in the past, or if you are currently attempting to lose weight, you have probably wished for a simple drug that could allow you to drop the excess body fat without having to watch what you eat or regularly exercise.

In addition, you probably also know that the most effective way to lose those unwanted pounds is through a lifestyle change that supports good health and mental well-being.

More specifically, a lifestyle that includes regular physical activity that exercises the entire cardiovascular system and promotes muscular tone and strength, a dietary intake routine that is primarily comprised of well balanced and highly nutritious whole foods, and a rest, relaxation, and sleep regime that allows you to center, focus, and calm your mind.

Well, for individuals that find it consistently difficult to routinely lead a healthy lifestyle – and it can be extremely difficult given today’s hectic and fast-paced environment – there may be a promising new weight loss drug hitting the markets in the near future.

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HealthyWage: Lose Weight and Make Money

Virtually everyone is aware of the health risks associated with being overweight or obese for an extended period of time. For instance, the probability of contracting a debilitating disease, including Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, various forms of cancer, several types of heart disease, stroke, gout, gallbladder disease, are significantly more likely.

In addition, there are several mental and emotional issues that have been associated with overweight and/or obese individuals including depression, lack of motivation, low self-esteem, and even suicide. However, if you are looking to lose excess body weight, would a cash incentive improve your chances of reaching your weight loss goals? According to a 2008 weight loss study, individuals were three times more likely to lose weight if their weight loss results were associated with a financial incentive.

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8 Ways to Eat Right on a Low Budget

Most fitness enthusiasts understand that obtaining good overall physical and mental health requires a sound nutritional intake routine. However, as food prices in the United States continue to rise to higher levels, many Americans face an important yet unfortunate decision: buy more food of a lower quality, or buy less food that is actually healthier and more nutritious?

With several recent reports stating that boosting even a single nutrient could add 10% to your overall grocery bill, there’s little doubt that food costs represent one of the most impenetrable barriers to consistently healthy eating on a low budget for millions of Americans.

In fact, if you’ve ever strolled down your local grocery store’s health food aisle and thereafter, compared those prices to what you would find elsewhere in the same store, it’s quite clear that high quality nutritious foods come with an elevated price tag.

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Tips for Keeping the Pounds Off During the Holidays

The holidays are upon us once again, and regardless of what your family is celebrating, one thing is for certain: the next few months are sure to be filled with cooler temperatures, social gatherings and more than a few rich, high-calorie foods.

Experienced fitness seekers know that staying healthy and keeping the pounds off during the holidays can be as difficult as fighting the crowds on Black Friday. If you want to maintain your current weight during the holiday season (or, even more challenging expectation, lose weight), you had better take the time to prepare a solid health and fitness strategy.

The Holiday season is unique in that they often times produce increased stress and anxiety in meeting commitments at work and in your personal life.

For example, many companies have year-end goals that need to be met while, on the personal side, you have your “friends and family” obligations that must be met. In the case of your personal obligations, in many instances, traveling may also be required as well.

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