Weight Management

A study by Agricultural Research Service, ARS, which is U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific research agency, shows that people who join weight loss groups suffer less stress related to their dieting efforts. This improves their performance on everyday tasks…
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Fear of flying is a real problem for more than 18 percent of individuals in the United States alone. This anxiety can stem from a fear of heights, enclosed spaces, crashes or even terrorism, but it, just like any other…
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Just because a fitness program is simple, doesn’t mean it will not be effective. The more complicated your fitness program, the greater the chance of making mistakes. If your goal is a trim, flat tummy, simplicity should be a key…
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Overview With childhood obesity tripling over the past 30 years, focusing on increasing activity levels and healthy eating practices is vital. Children who are overweight or obese can face a host of health problems, such as type 2 diabetes, heart…
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The top supplements for weight gain may surprise you with their simplicity. The most effective supplements on the market are usually not that flashy and are often relatively inexpensive. Gaining weight ultimately comes down to nutrition, taking in more nutrients…
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Vitamins are substances your body needs to develop normally. They support and enhance the various metabolic functions that your body goes through, burning fat and converting food into energy. Of the 13 vitamins your body needs, many of them can…
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Although no amount of crunches can shrink your stomach, you can fight belly fat with a few exercise and eating secrets designed to whittle your middle almost as quickly as you can slip into your swimsuit this summer. Swap Refined…
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Yoga is a gentle form of exercise and does not burn an extreme amount of calories. Still, according to Yoga Journal, a complete yoga program can help shed pounds, possibly due to stress relief, getting more in tune with the…
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Azacitidine is an injectable chemotherapeutic medication used to treat certain forms of cancer. This medication is part of a class of drugs called antimetabolites and works by disrupting the growth of cancerous cells within the body. Azacitidine is administered as…
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Overview Avoid the temptation to lump teens in with adults when it comes to body mass index (BMI). While teens and adults are often comparable in size, an average BMI for an adult may not be the same as the…
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The Atkins diet is a low-carbohydrate, high-protein, high-fat, weight-loss diet developed by Dr. Robert Atkins in 1972. The weight-loss program focuses on limiting certain sources of carbohydrates (e.g., sugar and refined white flour found in muffins, bagels, cereals and pastas)…
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If your children are over 18 but continue to live at home for personal or financial reasons, develop rules to ensure the living arrangements don’t encourage the young adults to become lazy or take advantage of you. Create a contract…
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Overview Anthropometry is the measurement of the human body. Anthropometric evaluations for body weight or body composition of clients are routinely performed by fitness professionals. These calculations are used to establish baseline numbers for clients, set desired goals for weight…
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Overview When it comes to physical exertion and injury, a healthy body will recover much faster than one that is not. This is especially true when recovering from surgeries where the body is cut open, adjusted and reassembled. Building muscle…
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Humans depend on a number of body systems to help them with critical functions such as breathing, digesting food, circulating blood and protecting their bodies from disease. There is no definitive number of systems in the body, as different people…
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Many supplements can help you gain weight. Perhaps you are training to get bigger and stronger for a competitive sport like football, baseball or soccer. Recreational trainees, fitness enthusiasts and bodybuilders are always looking to add more muscle without resorting…
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Artesmisia absinthiun is the botanical name for the wormwood plant. Wormwood is most commonly known for its use in making absinthe, as well as vermouth and white wine. However, the stalks and leaves of the wormwood plant can be used…
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Fat can build up anywhere in the body, but it is stomach fat that is the most serious. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), women with a waist measurement of more than 35 inches or men with a…
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As people age, it becomes more difficult to fight the bulge around the midsection. Not only do most people become less active, but their metabolism also becomes more sluggish. However, with consistent diet and exercise, it is possible to melt…
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Overview Numerous myths surround cardiovascular exercise and its ability to burn fat, such as, “You only burn fat when you exercise in the fat burning zone,” and “You don’t begin to burn fat until after 20 minutes into a workout.”…
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Your core, which is composed of muscles in your abdomen, hips, and spine, functions as a stabilizer and support for your body. It helps you maintain balance and posture and produces strength, speed, and power. Core training in and of…
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Swimming is both a sport and recreational activity enjoyed by many people. However, not everyone has regular access to a swimming pool or the time to swim on a daily basis. You can perform exercises at home which, in addition…
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Weight loss is a goal for many people. Whether you’re doing it to feel better or look better, a few simple changes to your lifestyle can help you achieve your goals. Stay positive, make small changes and consult a licensed…
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Overview The recommended percentage of body fat varies from person to person. It’s not only based on your gender, but also on your age as well as level of fitness. However, body fat percentages can be difficult to determine without…
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The average man has 43.2 lbs of fat, according to “Men’s Fitness Magazine.” Unfortunately for men, most of their excess weight is stored in their abdominal region, making this a key area for weight loss. The good news for men…
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Overview Cholesterol is necessary to a developing fetus. Cholesterol levels tend to naturally rise during pregnancy and fall during the postpartum period. During this time, physicians do not usually screen pregnant women for high cholesterol levels, so it is important…
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It’s easy to get caught up in measuring body composition based on one’s weight. Height-to-weight ratios have been around for years; many doctors still use them — and most people are comfortable with determining how much they should weigh based…
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Body fat centered in the male stomach is more of a health risk than fat in any other location. Unfortunately, according to research published on Medline Plus, men tend to carry their excess weight around their gut area. The good…
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Belly fat not only looks unhealthy, it actually increases your risk of developing certain chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. USA Today reported in 2008 that more than 50 percent of Americans possess too much belly fat….
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Overview The food you consume is the fuel you give your body, and it has a definite and immediate effect on it, particularly the brain, whose demands for nutrients are always met first. Healthy eating provides not only the basic…
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