Drop more pounds faster by drinking two cups of water before each meal. You’ve probably heard that drinking water before you eat can help you lose weight. The theory behind this recommendation is that the water helps fill you up so … Read More
First, as mentioned in my previous post about holiday weight gain there is some “light” at the end of the holiday feast. The good news: most Americans appear to only gain about 1 lb. of body weight during the holidays … Read More
Celebrities endorse it, naturopathics swear by it, but the practice of colon cleansing may be more then your gastrointestinal system bargained for. A recent review article, looking at two case studies demonstrated the dangers associated with this ancient practice. Colon … Read More
Are you impulsive, depressed, anxious or feel like you just can’t get on an exercise schedule you can adhere to? If you are one of the 68 percent of Americans who are overweight or obese, and can relate to any … Read More
A “fat tax” is being added to food sold in Denmark that has over 2.3 percent saturated fat. According to Boston.com, Denmark hopes that by taxing junk food, it will not only generate millions of dollars, but also reduce the … Read More
It seems like some people can eat anything they want, while others can’t lose weight no matter how hard they try. But what if it’s a problem of not only what you’re eating, but also how you’re eating it? Could … Read More
East meets West…or at least they are starting to in the culinary sense. Commonly used in Indian households, turmeric (a member of the ginger family) is considered a staple spice in most Indian curry dishes. It has been known to … Read More
Weight loss surgery, despite the cheesy billboards and radio jingles, now looks to be less of a passing fad and more of a legitimate health choice. Though weight loss surgery is obviously not a cure-all, with proper therapy and portion … Read More
If you’re thinking about bariatric surgery, you’re probably aware that weight loss and possible improvement in medical conditions are some positive side effects. But, did you know that you might walk away with better cognitive function too? A recent study … Read More
Weight-loss programs, such as Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers, seem to be more successful in getting the overweight to shed pounds than any doctor’s advice. A recent study published in the medical journal “The Lancet” found that when doctors referred … Read More
When it comes to snacking, size matters. A recent study reports that when two groups were offered unlimited consumption of candy, one group ate double the amount of the same candy offered to a second group of subjects. The difference? … Read More
