Have you ever visited a European city and felt overwhelmed by the amount of beautiful, trim people? They’re hard to miss–and they’re everywhere in Europe. Western tourists often stick out in a crowd of locals, and it’s not just the camera around their neck or the flag they wear proudly on their backpack, it’s their […]
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Eating more fruits and vegetables: for years, that’s been widely considered the universal solution for a weight problem. In fact, earlier this year researchers from University College London released a report which recommended doubling the intake of fruits and vegetables, from five to ten portions a day. But new research shows that consuming fruits and […]
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” may be in some serious trouble. On Tuesday, Dr. Oz was publicly interrogated by senators concerned about the popular TV host’s promotion of weight loss products that most other health experts have dismissed as completely worthless. Leading the grilling on Capitol Hill was Senator Claire McCaskill, […]
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A scale is a great tool for tracking weight loss, but it doesn’t show everything. It’s important not to get too discouraged by the number on the scale because it’s not telling you the whole truth when it comes to your health.
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Most of us are not tough enough to resist the sweet waft of chocolate chip cookies—especially when mom makes her secret recipe. However, if you’re trying to steer clear of the treats, mom isn’t doing your waistline any favors. We’ve uncovered eight lesser known appetite deterrents and stimulants that can impact your appetite and either […]
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Losing weight can be hard when we restrict our diet and are constantly hungry. The better thing to do to encourage long-term success is to focus on foods that are filling!
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