Is Your Diet Colorblind?
Next time you have a meal, look at your plate - what colors do you see? If its mostly white and brown then your diet might be colorblind! (more…)

Food Addiction Can Lead to Death
Food has been described as ambrosia and the elixir if life. For some, eating is a biological necessity for others it is a passion that can turn into an obsession. Experts define food addiction to be a disorder where the addict is preoccupied with food, the availability of food, and the pleasure of eating. There are three recognized addictions: (more…)

The effect of the holiday season on body weight and composition in college students
Background:
With the rapid increase in obesity rates, determining critical periods for weight gain and the effects of changes in fat mass is imperative. The purpose of this study was to examine changes in body weight and composition over the holiday season (Thanksgiving through New Year’s) in male and female college students.
Methods:
Subjects completed three visits: the first occurred within 2 weeks prior to Thanksgiving, the second occurred within 5 to 7 days following Thanksgiving, and the third occurred within 10 days following New Year’s Day. A total of 82 healthy male and female college age subjects participated. Body composition by dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) was assessed at visits 1 and 3 while body weight was assessed at all three visits.
Results:
Average body weight remained relatively unchanged from pre-Thanksgiving to post-New Year’s (71.3 � 14 kg vs. 71.2 � 15 kg; P = 0.71) and, in fact, a subset of normal weight subjects lost a significant amount of body weight. However, percent body fat (25.9 � 9 %fat vs. 27.0 � 9 %fat; P (more…)

Atkins Foundation Donates Another $10 Million To Fight Disease, Obesity
Atkins pledged money to Pat Crawford and her researchers at UC Berkeley In an official presentation at the 2007 California Childhood Obesity Conference in Anaheim, CA on Wednesday night, The Dr. Robert C. and Veronica Atkins Foundation agreed to… (more…)

The Truth about Counting Calories
Is it unrealistic to count calories for the rest of your life or is that just part of the price you pay for a better body? You’re about to learn the answers to these questions and discover a simple secret for keeping track of your food intake without having to crunch numbers every day or become a "food fanatic." (more…)

Stay At Home And Lose Weight
The more you understand about any subject, the more interesting it becomes. As you read this article you’ll find that the subject of staying at home and losing weight is certainly no exception. It’s really a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subject of staying at home and losing weight. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas. Some interesting new research indicates that you are better off staying home than eating in a restaurant, if you are trying to lose weight. Given the fact that as many as two-thirds of Americans are overweight, and many people spend at least part of their day in restaurants, the findings are particularly troubling.According to Dr. Caroline Cederquist, a physician specializing in weight management, in 1978, less than 20 percent of the calories Americans consumed were eaten outside the home. As late as 2003, the number had climbed to 50 percent. Cederquist says that restaurant food tends to be higher in calories because it relies so much on salt, sugar, and oil. Also, restaurant portions tend to be larger, making it difficult to make healthy choices. It has been estimated that restaurant servings tend to be three to four times greater than typical serving sizes. Another problem is that restaurants often serve bread or rolls with a meal, which can cause dieters to pack on the pounds. Restaurant appetizers tend to be extremely high in calories. For instance, a basket of fried onions can pack a whopping 2,000 calories. Now, while you might not devour the entire basket yourself, chances are you will have a good share of it if it is passed around the table. A number of restaurants now offer free refills of soda. Soda glasses also tend to be large, meaning that you are receiving greater servings of this sugary beverage. Just the soda alone can put you far over your daily recommended allowance of calories for weight loss. Another problem is that we have been conditioned to clean our plates. With plate sizes growing in restaurants, this becomes a critical weight issue. You may feel morally obligated to eat everything that’s placed in front of you�”even if your weight and health will suffer as a result. Once people become accustomed to large portions when eating out, they tend to increase their portion sizes at home as well. As a result, dieters can be sabotaged both in restaurants and at home. If you eat out more than once a week, toning down your portion sizes can be particular difficult. Perhaps the greatest challenge to any dieter is the restaurant buffet. There are so many different foods being offered, it is difficult to limit yourself. Also, since you can go back to the buffet as many times as you want, you may be tempted to overindulge. As a result, dieticians recommend either avoiding the restaurant buffet altogether, or limiting your second portions to fruits and vegetables. Yet another problem is the type of entrees served in restaurants. They tend to be rich in fat and calories. Fettucini Alfredo, prime rib, and fried chicken can all cause you to gain weight. A number of restaurants are now designating low-fat entrees on their menus, a trend which bodes well for the future. However, this experiment is still limited to a small portion of restaurants�”it has not yet become a widespread trend.Of course, eating out does not necessarily mean eating at restaurants. It can also mean eating in the car, where you may be prone to non-nutritious snacking, or eating at parties held at the homes of your friends and relatives. At parties, diet-saboteurs such as potato chips and cookies tend to be plentiful; at times, you may find such goodies hard to resist. Eating at home shortly before a party may be the best way to avoid gaining unwanted pounds. What can you do if you are forced to eat out several times a week? Make sure that you stick to your diet plan. Don’t be tempted to indulge in the wrong kinds of foods “just this once.” Select entrees that are accompanied by vegetables, and resist the urge to order dessert. Consider eating only half of your entr�©e and boxing up the rest for your next meal. And don’t starve yourself prior to eating out. Such a tactic will cause you to overeat once you get to the restaurant. Following sensible eating patterns, both at restaurants and at home, will help you to achieve your ideal weight. Now you can be a confident expert on staying at home and losing weight. OK, maybe not an expert. But you should have something to bring to the table next time you join a discussion on staying at home and losing weight. <p>Author J. Brian Keith is a proud contributing author for
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Diet, Supplements Do Little for Cancer Patients (Healthday)
Nutritional supplements and other dietary changes may do little to help cancer patients alter the course of their illness, according to a major review of research on the subject. (more…)

Weight Loss fast How Can you Lose Weight Faaast….?
Is fast weight loss possible? Probably not at the rate that everyone would wish. Fast weight loss means losing at most 1-2 pounds a week and maybe 3 pounds if morbidly obese. Note that I said, at most. Any program that promotes losing 10 pounds in 10 days is simply impossible to do in a healthful manner. Often times, these quick-fix plans rely on lost water weight which will be regained immediately once one’s normal diet resumes. Next time you watch a commercial for pills like Hydroxycut or TrimSpa, keep your eyes open for the fine print that reads something like, “Results not typical.” These companies use various ploys to trick the public into believing that the testimonials are the genuine words of actual customers and the before and after photos as being honest documentation of their transformations. Be smart and don’t fall victim to this pseudo-fitness garbage being advertised, it’s truly detrimental.

Myth: Targeting Fat Loss Using Exercises And Products.

Another common tactic that those on the phonier side of the fitness industry also like to utilize is the perpetual flow of home fitness gadgets that with three easy payments will buy you a flatter stomach or whatnot. Since both men and women are insecure about their stomachs, those in this industry target them with various sit-up and crunch contraptions that advocate only minutes of exercise. One in particular promotes only 12 repetitions on one side and 12 more on the other to give the owner a nicely sculpted set of abs, all within 90 seconds. Impossible. You cannot work out in only 90 seconds and expect to achieve any noticeable results, especially when you are trying to isolate a single muscle group for the sake of fat loss. Furthermore, many fail to understand that ab work only leads to stronger abs, not subcutaneous fat loss, which is usually the goal of the buyer. So, don’t waste your money on a product that won’t give you the results it boasts to give you.

How To Lose Weight The Right Way:

The ideal path for weightloss includes a diet where your are reducing your usual daily caloric intake by 500 calories. With diet alone, one could lose a pound of fat a week just by removing a mere 500 excess calories. So instead of drinking 2 soft drinks a day and a cookie after lunch, have water instead and skip dessert. Now, couple this idea with smaller portions of lean protein and complex carbohydrates and more frequent meals so as to prevent hunger pangs. This will keep the metabolism high in order to maximize the body’s calorie burning potential. As for exercise, work out three times a week and keep workouts to every other day. Also, make sure you blend the right amount of aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Eat 5 meals a day, full of colorful fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, seeds, and nuts and exercise 3 times a week and you’ll be guaranteed to lose weight as fast as the body possibly can, the right way!

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The Number 1 Way For Obese People To Lose The Fat
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Hoodia Gordonii - How To Get Maximum Weight Loss Results
Hoodia Gordonii is a proven, natural weight loss aid that many people swear by for fast, safe weight loss. Pills come in many sizes and forms.

Some diet pills simply add Hoodia to their already jam-packed pills. Other sellers offer pure Hoodia in doses of 400 mg, 750 mg and up.

So which dosage is right for you? How much should you take to get the weight loss results you want?

First of all, you have to make sure that the manufacturer you’re buying from actually does put the stated amount of Hoodia in their pills. With the skyrocketing demand for this miracle appetite suppressant, there are several crooked companies that are using fake Hoodia, filler products or not putting the stated amount of Hoodia in their pills.

(A recent Truth Publishing report revealed that two thirds of all products on the US market contain no hoodia at all!)

So make sure you by from a trusted company that also displays their C.I.T.E.S. certificate and lab assays.

What dose of Hoodia should you take to see results?

After pouring over the research, articles and personal testimonies, I believe you need at least 750 mg of Hoodia 3 times a day to see appetite suppressant results.

This dosage guarantees you a higher possibility of successful results. Depending on your body size, composition, health, weight, etc, you may need a little more or less.

A good rule of thumb is to start slow and see how you feel. Some people start with 400 mg before meals three times per day. If they don’t see results they increase it to 750 mg before meals three times per day. If they still don’t see results they can then try 1000 mg before meals three times per day.

Also, remember to give yourself a couple of days to see results.

Why 750 mg?

Because that seems to be the dosage where most people have the most success. It’s also the most popular dosage with buyers. However, again, start slow and give it a couple of days before making any changes.

Also, consult with your doctor before taking Hoodia or making any changes to your diet or lifestyle.

With many people finding they get excellent appetite suppressing results taking at least 750 mg three times a day, many manufacturers are coming out with a 750 Hoodia pill.

In conclusion, make sure to listen to your body, consult your doctor and combine Hoodia with a sensible diet and exercise program for maximum weight loss results.Vienna Miller is a contributing writer to <a href="http://www.HoodiaReview.homestead.com">Hoodia Reviews</a> - a website giving you the latest information and tips about Hoodia Gordonii.

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