Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by Andrea Francese Every countless high school graduates pack their bags and ready themselves to leave the nest, but the threat of a dreaded weight gain looms. Some suggest that the freshman 15 is merely a myth, but recent studies show that there may be some truth to the notion….
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Before starting a new diet plan or spending money on a new weight-loss product, it’s important to first define your goal. What exactly do you consider your ideal weight to be? Are you looking to reduce your weight to Y pounds, lower your body fat to X percentage, or lower…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
There are two essentially important things that Americans are struggling with — health and fitness. Records show that the most overweight and obese people on earth can be found in the U.S. There are hundreds of diet and weight loss programs to be found in the fitness circle yet the…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by Stephen LauCopyright (c) 2009 Stephen Lau In weight loss, people tend to look at the big picture, which is to shed those extra pounds, and losing those pounds focuses on diet — more specifically, on what to eat, and what not to eat. However, weight loss is more than…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Farmers markets have recently grown in popularity. But with so many options for fresh fruits and vegetables, it can be overwhelming when it comes to choosing produce. Knowing what’s in season is a useful tool for deciding what will taste great. Spring As winter gives way to spring, leaves of…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
The workplace is a minefield of potential diet disasters. Vending machines in the lunch room, a candy dish on every other desk and donuts served at every business meeting can break the resolve of even the most determined health conscious person. It can be tough trying to resist temptation at…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
By Janet Martin Gym memberships usually increase during the month of January because everybody seems to want to start their year with a resolution to lose weight and become healthier. However, after a few visits to the gym, many people start to become less enthusiastic in their efforts to be…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
When it comes to carbs and weight loss, you’ll find dozens of conflicting opinions on how many carbs you should consume each day, when you should eat them and what types of carbs you need to include in your daily meal plan. Understanding how carbs play a role in your…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
By Maris Callahan – DietsInReview.com Brush off your picnic basket, park blanket, Frisbee and that look of winter hibernation and get outside! While picnic fare is often calorie laden, these simple tips (and recipes) will help you enjoy picnic in your favorite spot. 1. Make a Plan. If you’re planning…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
When you’re beginning a new diet or weight loss program, it can be difficult to stay on track and stay motivated long enough to see results. Many dieters simply quit before they get results because they don’t see any difference in their bodies or on the scale, but you can…