613 articles on "weight"

Half of our Nation is Over Weight!

Half of our Nation is Over Weight! by: Paul Marsland Experts say obesity will overtake smoking as the biggest health problem of the decade. They are predicting a quarter of the population will be suffering from weight related diabetes by 2013. D...

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Sewing with Polar Fleece

Polar Fleeces are some of the easiest fabrics to sew with. They are soft and warm so they work great for outdoor wear and especially winter parade or pageant wear. Here are some examples of Parade Costumes made using fleece.First, Don't get fle...

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Birth Control Pills Make Women Gain Weight - A Fallacy!

Many women who are taking birth control pills are very happy to avoid unintended pregnancy but are blaming oral contraceptives for weight gain and fluid retention at the same time. Well, it is the undeniable fact that pills do cause weight problems i...

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

Weight loss is a process that many people embark on at some point in their lives. We are constantly bombarded with messages about the latest diet trends and fitness routines that promise quick results. However, weight loss is not always about what yo...

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Body Fat Calculation and Health

Body Fat Calculation and HealthThe higher your percentage of fat above average levels, the higher your health risk for weight-related illness, like heart disease, high blood pressure, gallstones, type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, and certain cancers....

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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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How To Avoid Common Diet Scams

As our country gains weight at an alarming rate, we are spending more each year on products that promise us easy, effortless weight loss. Each year in the United States, an estimated 35 billion dollars is spent each year on weight loss products. The ...

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Ultralight Sleeping Bags

Ultralight Sleeping Bags by: Steve Gillman Why ultralight sleeping bags? Because ultralight backpacking is only made possible by cutting the weight of the "big three;" the backpack, shelter and sleeping bag. The days of five-pound summer bags ar...

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Fight Tolerance for Phentermine & Avoid Prescriptions Riddled With Impurities!

Phentermine is a prescription drug that has been used for weight management for over 60 years. It has been shown to be effective in helping patients lose weight and improve their overall health. However, the use of phentermine can lead to the develop...

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