How many times has a person looked at themselves naked in the mirror and been dissatisfied at the way their figure looks? Often this feeling of dissatisfaction will turn to renewed enthusiasm to begin a new diet or commence an exercise program. But sometimes along the way there is more displeasure at their appearance and […]
Obesity has been actively argued as being derived from poor diet and then others state it is mostly caused by genetics and a persons DNA will make them more likely to have obesity. Regardless which school of thought you choose to believe in, obesity causes undue stress on the body from the circulatory system […]
With all the hype you would be forgiven for thinking that Hoodia was as good as plastic surgery. As you will find out, although its’s not quite the case, Hoodia does certainly have some qualities that make it a consistent winner in the fight against the flab.
It can be hard for those looking to shed […]
Ahhh, summer. It’s the season of hot temperatures, skimpy bathing suits, backyard barbecues and swimming pools. It’s relatively easy to focus on health, fitness and how we look during the summer. After all, the clothing we wear in the summer practically forces us to think about how fit we are (or aren’t).
Many people have a […]
Millions of people have taken to regular exercise and eating healthy to try to loose weight and/ or maintain a particular physique.
Regular exercise involving nothing more than pure sweat and willpower has traditionally been the way in which to achieve the aforementioned results. Today, science is now indicating that staying trim is more complex than […]
We read a lot about how to beat compulsive overeating, yet in those we know with this baffling condition, we see more of the “accordion effect” than any permanent resolution of obesity.
It’s become common knowledge that dieting doesn’t work, has lasting ill effects and supports weight gain in the long run. Still, new diets and […]
As the world battles with an epidemic that is proving difficult to manage and showing signs of becoming a costly affair, our children are getting caught in the cross fire. Adult onset diabetes, weight loss surgery and weight loss medication for children is not exactly what parent had in mind when planning for their posterity. […]
The day comes for your doctors visit and he does a physical on you and finds out you have very high cholesterol and triglycerides not to mention being very overweight. The doctor will give you a quick diagnosis and start writing a prescription for Lipitor or some other cholesterol lowering medication. Then he will tell […]
Jumping Rope
Jumping rope provides a number of health benefits: not only is it a great cardiovascular exercise that burns calories and fat, but it also develops good coordination between the hands and feet, as well as rhythm (muscle coordination). The greatest thing about jumping rope is that it is very inexpensive and you can do […]
Drinking water can be the easiest thing you do to lose weight. It is the only true ‘magic potion’ for weight loss. Water suppresses your appetite and helps your body release stored fat. When you exercise, your body begins to break down the fat cells. You need to drink plenty of water so your body […]
