Diet Plan For A Great Summer Body

September 1, 2010
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Get ready for the summer by following these 5 rules to eating right.  If you couple this with exercise, you will definitely get a great summer body.

* Consume foods totaling to 1,500 calories a day.  If you weigh more than 200 pounds, increase this number up to 1,700 calories by adding a single 200-calorie snack or two 100 calorie snacks.  You can also choose to increase your protein serving at lunch and dinner to 4 ounces.
* Eat every 4 hours.  If you wait longer than 4 hours before eating, your blood sugar and energy levels will decrease and it will leave you more vulnerable to making poor eating choices.  Eat…

How To Lose Weight Like A Guy

July 28, 2010
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Men lose weight more easily than women.  Men have bigger muscle mass that helps burn 30% more calories while women have more body fat and are biologically more inclined to store it.  Men don’t get monthly hormone peaks like women that makes them feel grumpy, bloated and craving anything sweet.  To help you lose weight like a guy, here are seven tips you can follow.

* He doesn’t crave sweets.  According to a Cornell University study, men eat meat when they want to indulge while women ward off the blues by eating sweets.  This is an advantage for men because protein fills them up more and curbs overeating.  If you’re not…

Who Will Benefit From The Health Care Reform Bill

July 28, 2010
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When the $940 billion health care plan takes effect, about 32 million Americans who don’t have health insurance will be covered with the new health care plan.  Here are a few ways on how the health care reform bill will help real people with health insurance problems.

* Effective in six months time, children with pre-existing conditions cannot be denied health care.  Even if a child’s parents lose their jobs, they will not be denied a private insurance based on their child’s condition.
* In 2014, insurance companies will not be able to deny adults with pre-existing condition coverage or charge them higher premiums.  Also, in 2014, Medicaid will cover individuals up…

National Nutritional Labeling: Part Of The Health Care Bill

July 25, 2010
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Not everyone may be completely happy with the health care reform bill that was passed but there are individual components that will be of benefit to significant portions of the American population. One of these is the provision for chain restaurants and in vending machines to add nutritional labels and calorie contents on their menus.

This provision will provide customers with a wide range of information regarding the food items to help them decide before purchasing.  Calorie information will also be placed on menus, menu boards and drive-thru boards.

Section 2572 of the landmark legislation requires that chain restaurants with 20 or more locations and owners of 20 or more vending machines…

How To Avoid Overeating When You’re In A Bad Mood

July 9, 2010
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Some people tend to overeat when they are stressed, anxious, frustrated and bored.  Emotions can make us eat that leads to overeating.  Overeating can lead to weight gain and other diseases.  Here are some tips on how you can avoid and stop eating too much.

* Change your beliefs and your way of thinking.  When you indulge by having 1 or 2 handfuls of potato chips, you’d probably say that you might as well eat the whole bag.  Other examples would be the way you blame yourself and your weight when something wrong happens like not getting promoted.  Stop doing this and begin to identify and change what you say to…

Tips For Triathlon Cycling

May 31, 2010
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Triathlon cycling is the longest portion of the race so it is important that you are comfortable and efficient when you race.  Here are some cycling tips to improve your racing skills.

* Position your seat properly to avoid pains in the back and knees.
* Air the tires properly with maximum pressure.  This will reduce rolling resistance and help avoid pinch flats.
* Lubricate the chain of your bicycle and check the breaks to make sure there is no rubbing.
* Pick shoes that have stiff soles because they are more efficient in transferring energy.
* The most efficient speed for cycling is from 90 to 110 revolutions per minute and also depends on…

How To Make Your Favorite Recipe Healthier

May 28, 2010
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It is hard to stay away from your favorite dishes especially when you’re on a diet.  Here are a few tips on how to make your favorite dishes healthier while keeping the same great taste you love.

o Use healthy substitutions like reduced fat or fat free milk instead of whole milk; pick whole grains instead of refined ones, and food products with reduced sodium.
o If you love to bake, make the recipe healthier by replacing the fat source.  Replace the other half of butter, shortening or oil and replace it with unsweetened apple sauce, mashed banana, prune puree or other fruit based fat replacers.
o Use healthier oil like olive oil.
o…

Foods Rich In Vitamin K

May 9, 2010
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Vitamin K is one of the most essential nutrients for the body because it helps with blood clotting, builds strong bones and protects the heart.  If you lack Vitamin K, there is a chance you could suffer excessive bleeding, hemorrhagic diseases or reduction in bone density that could lead to bone fractures.

Vitamin K is fat soluble and is quickly depleted by the body.  It is important to consume several different food sources that are rich in Vitamin K to avoid diseases and to ensure you’re giving your body everything it needs in order to stay healthy.

Here is a list of food items that are rich in Vitamin K.  Make sure…

Sixth Taste Could Prevent Weight Gain

May 9, 2010
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According to a study conducted by the Deakin University, a sixth taste to detect fat could hold the key in reducing obesity.  The study found that people with a high sensitivity to the taste of fat tended to eat less fatty foods and were less likely to be overweight.

The study found out that aside from the 5 tastes that the human tongue can detect, there is a sixth taste that detects fat.  The research team screened people to determine their taste threshold for fat and the study showed that different people have different levels of sensitivity to the taste of fat.  Also, people who have higher sensitivity to the taste…

How To Prevent Running Pains

April 26, 2010
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You can experience some injuries while running.  Typical running pain affects the ankles, feet, hips and knees.  Although running is a great way to stay healthy and in shape, the pains caused by the stress and impact of running may be tough on the joints and muscles.

Pains during running may be attributed to the terrain or running shoes.  Here are some tips on how to prevent running pains and injuries to make the most out of your running experience.

1. Stretch properly before running.  Perform stretches like standing calf stretch or the standing quad stretch.
2. Wear the right pair of running shoes.  Try on the shoes before making a final purchase. …