Detox diets seem to be all the rage in the diet and celebrity worlds. But many of them are dangerously low in calories, incorporate suspect supplements or are simply too expensive. A detox diet is too low in calories to maintain for an extended period of time, but it can…
The benefits of putting on a happy face will give you plenty of reasons to smile. Maintaining a positive attitude about your efforts – weight loss related or not — helps you stay motivated, but it goes far beyond that. By turning that frown upside, you’ll reap actual physical benefits….
A poor diet, hormonal changes or a sedentary lifestyle can cause you to retain water, but is there anything you can do about it to get your belly looking flatter fast? Start eating. That’s right – filling your belly with the right foods can help beat the bloat of water…
Hungry for Chinese food? Wok this way. When most people think of healthy cuisine, Chinese food isn’t the first thing that comes to mind, which is ironic. Traditional Asian fare actually is chock-full of vegetables, and meat and chicken are treated almost like condiments. Asian cuisine draws upon rice, beans,…
So you’re ready to embark on a weight-loss journey. You want something fairly easy and painless – who doesn’t? But when you decide to lose weight, it’s important to examine diet plans to see if they fall into the “fad diet” category. The bottom line is if a diet isn’t…
There are just some times of the month when, regardless of how much of a gym rat you normally are, you can’t seem to get moving. Or it just plain hurts to engage in the exercise you usually do. If periods cramp your fitness style, then there are some ways…
You thought you’d never get here, but you’re just 10 pounds shy of your goal. The last leg of your weight-loss journey can often be the most difficult. After all, if you lose a pound a week, then it could still take you another few months. Don’t give up hope…
With one third of the calories found in potatoes, the turnip is chock full of nutrients — vitamin C, fiber, folic acid, manganese, copper and panthothenic acid. It’s also an excellent source of vitamins B6, E and riboflavin. A root vegetable, the turnip is low in both fat and calories….
Get ready to take the long way home. When you’re walking somewhere, it’s only natural to want to take shortcuts. However, it’s those added steps that will total up to more calories burned. Instead of hurrying to your destination, take some time to get extra physical activity. If a straight…
There are plenty of reasons to love peanut butter. For starters, it tastes great on an apple, a sandwich or by itself. Peanut butter packs a mean punch when it comes to protein and fiber. This helps eaters feel full and satisfied. A study conducted by Purdue University showed that…