613 articles on "weight"

Weight Loss It's Not Always What You Eat, But What You Don't Eat

On a little island half way in between Guam and the Philippines there is a rampant epidemic affecting the inhabitants. This tiny island of approximately 8,200 people is not afflicted with famine or a deadly disease as you might think when talking abo...

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Tips for successful weight loss

Weight loss generally involves a lifestyle change rather than a quick fix solution. It involves shedding your bad habits and incorporating new healthy ones. Losing weight is not as difficult as it may seem, but it requires a lot of dedication, hard w...

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Does It Matter If You Are Overweight?

Does It Matter If You Are Overweight? by: Kim Beardsmore Everywhere we look in the western world we are inundated with pictures, images, icons and inferences of the 'perfect' female shape! The truth is that many of these images are alt...

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6 Reasons to Exercise During Pregnancy

6 Reasons to Exercise During Pregnancy by: Criss White Everyone knows that exercise is good for your health. Exercising during pregnancy can have additional benefits. Generally, exercise should be light, especially during the first few weeks of ...

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What's In Your Hiking Pack?

Hiking is an excellent way to explore nature and stay fit at the same time. However, before you hit the trail, you need to make sure you have the right gear with you. Your hiking pack is an essential part of your hiking gear. It carries everything yo...

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Combating Obesity

Combating Obesity by: David Chandler So you ask, " How do I determine if I am Obese, Overweight or fat?" Usually 20% or more over recommendations on standard weight charts indicates that you fit into the obese category. Obesity refers specifical...

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Weight Loss Surgery: Benefits and Risks

Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is a surgical procedure performed to help people who are severely obese lose weight. While it offers numerous benefits, there are also risks associated with it. This article will explore the benef...

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Nutrition for a Healthy Lifestyle

Nutrition is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. It is essential to maintaining good health and preventing the onset of various diseases. The food that we consume fuels our body and provides us with the necessary nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and...

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Birth Control Pills Make Women Gain Weight - A Fallacy!

The notion that birth control pills cause women to gain weight is a widely-held and stubborn myth. First, it is important to understand how birth control pills work. They contain synthetic hormones such as estrogen and progesterone that prevent ovula...

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Low Carb Stupidity Vs. Low Carb Intelligence -

Low Carb Stupidity Vs. Low Carb Intelligence -  by: Dianne Villano, CPFI Low carb stupidity Believing that carrots, bananas or tomatoes are fattening because they’re high on the glycemic index and because a popular fad diet book says so. Low c...

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