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10 Delicious Treats for Under 50 Calories

Thursday, November 15, 2012 15:38 Comments Off on 10 Delicious Treats for Under 50 Calories

We all need a little treat in our lives now and again.  Sometimes when we are stressed or emotional, or perhaps going through a difficult time, a moment taken to enjoy a food that gives us pleasure can be a breath of fresh air.  It must be stressed that using foods for rewards in difficult situations should not become a habit, but the occasional indulgence, especially when you choose wisely can make all the difference to an otherwise monotonous diet. We all know sticking to […]

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How many carbs, proteins, and fats do I need to lose weight?

Thursday, November 15, 2012 15:24 Comments Off on How many carbs, proteins, and fats do I need to lose weight?

If you have spent any decent amount of time researching weight loss diets, there is a good chance you are more confused now then when you started.  There are people who recommend high carb diets, low carb diets, no carb diets, high protein diets, low protein diets, low fat diets, no fat diets, or any other possible combination. I will help you determine which balance you should use, but first you need to realize what it actually takes to lose a pound of fat. One […]

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Does exercising on an empty stomach burn more fat?

Thursday, November 15, 2012 11:20 Comments Off on Does exercising on an empty stomach burn more fat?

If you have spent a decent amount of time talking to different people about the best way to lose weight, you may have heard the advice… “Do your cardio in the morning, before you eat” The effects of exercising in the morning The basic idea behind this well known theory, is that when you haven’t eaten all night and are in “fasting mode”, all the calories you burn in a workout  will directly come from your body fat stores, because you cannot use previously eaten […]

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Why you should avoid very low calorie diets?

Thursday, November 15, 2012 10:16 Comments Off on Why you should avoid very low calorie diets?

Very low calorie diets or VLCDs are diets that restrict daily food intake to 1000 calories or less.  This is often done with commercial meal replacements, which is the safer alternative, as these are usually formulated to contain appropriate levels of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients to meet daily requirements. Meal replacements such as Optifast and Sureslim are increasingly popular and provide a nutritionally complete approach to VLCDs. The second, less desirable way is a calorie counting approach, involving restriction of foods intake or eating […]

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5 Diet Rules for Beginners to Lose Weight Fast

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 14:50 Comments Off on 5 Diet Rules for Beginners to Lose Weight Fast

The decision to lose weight is easy to make, but it is not always quite so easy to get started on a weight loss diet.  There are so many diets promoted in the media that it is almost impossible to know where to start when beginning a diet for the first time.  Many diets promise attractively fast weight loss, but often promote an unsustainable style of eating that can’t be continued in the long term. Others offer more long term solutions, but rely heavily on […]

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Belly fat truth and myths

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 14:41 Comments Off on Belly fat truth and myths

One common concern among dieters is the fat accumulated around the belly, waist and bum. It is obvious that the weight loss world has hundreds of solutions for you to tackle the belly fat issue. In this article I have collected 7 truths and myths about belly fat. Belly Fat Myths and truths explained 1. There are specific foods that burn belly fat. There is no or very little scientific evidence to show that there is a specific food or supplement which will cause weight […]

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5 reasons to avoid low fat diets

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 10:05 Comments Off on 5 reasons to avoid low fat diets

When you walk into a supermarket, you are bombarded with products claiming to be ‘low fat’ ‘no fat’ ‘fat free’ or ‘less than 10% fat’, so it is no wonder that many people have a negative attitude to fat in their diet.  Many weight loss diets promote very low fat eating patterns and we are constantly advised to steer clear of high fat foods. Is a low fat diet really the best way to lose weight, or do we need some fat in our diets? […]

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What’s the recommended calorie intake for women to lose weight?

Monday, November 12, 2012 19:44 Comments Off on What’s the recommended calorie intake for women to lose weight?

The recommended calorie intake for women to lose weight depends on the following factors: age, weight, height and activity level. Let’s see how you can calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI), Basic Metabolic Rate (BMR) and the number of calories you should eat per day in order to lose weight. Step 1: Calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI) Depending on your BMI you belong to one of the following categories: BMI of 18.5 or less –> Underweight BMI of 18.5 to 24.99–>Normal Weight BMI of […]

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Healthy recipes for Weight Loss

Monday, November 12, 2012 17:47 Comments Off on Healthy recipes for Weight Loss

Sometimes you are looking for a healthy launch, snack or dinner but you just don’t know what or how to prepare it. We have carefully compiled a list of healthy recipes for weight loss that are delicious, can be prepared easily and above all they are calorie friendly. We will continue to update the list on a regular basis and you are welcomed to submit your own healthy recipes. Healthy Recipes for Weight loss Low carb meat loaf Spicy cauliflower Baked walnut-cinnamon apples Mixed berries […]

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Is lap-band surgery a safe way to lose weight?

Monday, November 12, 2012 11:34 Comments Off on Is lap-band surgery a safe way to lose weight?

Some people reside to surgery to lose weight. This is because either they cannot lose weight naturally or because they need faster results. One of the most popular surgeries is the Lap-Band surgery. One must be very careful before choosing such weight loss methods and certainly it should be after the close examination of a certified doctor. There are many parameters to examine before you are allowed to undergo surgery and it should be understood that weight loss surgeries are not applicable for all people. […]

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