America’s Fattest City
October 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Where does your city rank in the list of Fattest Cities of America this year? According to Trust For America’s Health and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, this year’s report on the fattest cities in America has increased since last year and NO DECREASES in any states. This year more than 25% of adults who are obese in 28 states compared to 19 last year. 1991 no state has obesity above 20%. The five fattest states and their obesity rates are: Mississippi (31.7 percent) West Virginia (30.6 percent) Alabama (30.1... [Read the full story]
10 Reason Why You’re Not Losing Weight Part: 2
October 2, 2008 · Leave a Comment
This is a continuation of article “10 Reasons Why You’re Not Losing Weight”. To read part 1, please click here. Roadblock number 6: You’re shooting for a realistic size 6 instead of a near-impossible 2. What’s wrong with that? We know size 2 jeans look like they were made for a 10-year-old, but, according to a study of 1,801 people published in the International Journal of Obesity, women who set unrealistically high weight-loss goals dropped more weight in 24 months than those who kept their... [Read the full story]
10 Reason Why You’re Not Losing Weight Part: 1
September 29, 2008 · Leave a Comment
If losing weight were simple, Spanx would be just a screen name in an S&M chat room. But dieting is complicated: There are even ways to screw up without realizing it. For instance, who would ever think that working out in the a.m. or cranking the AC might be the reason you’re not slimming down? Luckily, once you’ve identified these flubs, fixing them is nowhere near as hard as pulling on a pair of control-top hose. Roadblock number 1: Always a go-getter, you work out at 6 a.m. What’s wrong with that?... [Read the full story]
Dining Out On A Diet
September 19, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Being on a diet does not mean that you can’t enjoy eating out with friends and family. You’ve already sacrificed so many foods, so why deprive yourself of a fun evening out? With a few tips, your diet won’t go bust just because you veer from your at-home meals. 1. Have an idea in advance what you should be eating for that meal, and try substituting it with something similar at the restaurant. 2. Never skip a meal before going out. This can lead to overindulging in excess calories. 3. Try eating a small salad a... [Read the full story]
The Kids Are Back to School… More ME Time To Lose Weight Now!
September 16, 2008 · Leave a Comment
All summer long you’ve been the undeniable super mom to your kids and have had no time to yourself. Now that the kids are back in school, it’s time to start thinking of yourself… and your body! Although it’s almost the end of bikini season, there’s never a better time to start losing weight now that you finally have time to yourself! As a stay-at-home mom it may be hard to get to the gym or dedicate a chunk of time solely for you. We’ve got some great diet plans that can work for you and your hectic schedule.... [Read the full story]
Beware of Liquid Calories!
September 14, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Calories… calories… calories… – it’s what everyone talks about when you’re trying to lose weight. But have you ever given thought to the amount of liquid calories you’re consuming daily? If not, you should think twice before drinking that second glass of soda or that tall caffe mocha. Liquid calories count in a big way, which add up big time at the end of the day. Just think about it. If you have a mocha in the morning, a couple of sodas or sweetened bottled teas in the afternoon, then a glass... [Read the full story]
Bride-to-Be Diets
September 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
As a bride-to-be there are so many wedding details that need to be taken care of that you easily forget about taking care of yourself… the main attraction of the event! To get ready for the big day there are numerous diets out there that can easily fit into your busy schedule and help you feeling healthy and fit for the one of the most important days of your life! The Bikini Bootcamp Diet is a personalized lifestyle makeover that will give you results in just 2 weeks! Your mind, body and soul will benefit from the... [Read the full story]
Green Tea: The Slimming Secret
September 8, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Green Tea has incredible powers proven to increase your health such as burning fat, protecting from free radical damage, promoting mental health and enhancing the immune system just by consuming it on a daily basis. If you are not one to stick to a traditional diet plan, there are several options out there containing the green tea ingredient that can help you shed those unwanted pounds quickly and conveniently! Ultra Green Tea Lean contains a potent combination of green tea, Advantra-Z and Citrimax (an amino acid blend... [Read the full story]
The Future of Dieting: Diet Meal Delivery Programs
August 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Why all the buzz about Diet Meal Delivery programs? Because it is the fastest, easiest way to eat healthy gourmet foods, lose weight and enjoy life again! What better alternative to a personal chef than a delivery program that prepares and sends custom home-made foods right to your door? In a recent study done by Brown University, people who followed a meal delivery program lost an average of 31% more weight than those who prepared their own meals. You may be thinking, ok… what’s the catch? The price? No! ... [Read the full story]
Britney Spears Diet
August 3, 2008 · Leave a Comment
According to US Weekly, Britney Spears has been toning up recently with personal trainer, Dave Van Daff (trainer to Pussycat Dolls), at LA’s Bally Total Fitness Gym. The singer, 26, can been seen three days a week working with Van Daff for hour long sessions that mix cardio drills, core work and strength training (free weights and a medicine ball). Van Daf says, “We focus on agility, balance and muscle endurance.” Spears’ intense workout is coupled with a well-balanced 1,200 calorie-a-day diet of three meals and... [Read the full story]
