Weight Management

Overview You can lose weight with one simple step: Drink more water. As easy at it sounds, getting enough water may be at the bottom of your list of weight loss strategies because it sounds too good to be true….
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Overview Almost two-thirds of women in the United States are overweight or obese, according to the National Institutes of Health, or NIH. Women gain weight at different periods throughout their lives–during puberty, pregnancy and menopause, of course, but also for…
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Work on reducing your belly fat as part of a program designed to lose fat and build muscle throughout your body. In their textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance,” Dr. William D. McArdle, Frank I. Katch and Victor…
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Overview Losing fat in certain areas of the body is the product of burning more calories than you eat and genetics. Fortunately, body fat has a tendency to reduce in the face and neck before most of the body which…
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Overview Skipping is a cardiovascular activity just like running, walking or swimming. The longer you skip, the more calories you will burn–resulting in weight loss. You can also vary your skipping workout to maximize results. Skipping is not only a…
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Overview BMI, or body mass index, is a simple and relatively accurate screening tool for body fatness. Defined as weight in pounds divided by height in inches squared, multiplied by 703, BMI provides valuable information that can be part of…
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Working the core muscles can improve your balance and build up the muscles in your abdomen and back. Because muscle tissue burns more calories than fat, building up your core muscles through strength training can boost your weight loss. Hyperextensions…
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Overview Fat that accumulates under your chin adds years and detracts from your appearance. There are many causes of a double chin. The most common factors include weight gain, genetics, age, bone structure and loose skin. People who are overweight…
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Being overweight means weighing too much on the scale; being obese means carrying too much body fat, report doctors at the National Institutes of Health. Both conditions carry a plethora of health risks and make exercise more difficult. Stomach exercises…
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Beginning an exercise routine can seem like a huge task. But you already burn a fair number of calories throughout the day and increasing your exercise activities can be simple and effective. To lose weight easily, start your exercise routine…
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As people age, their metabolism slows down. According to the Mayo Clinic, this is due to the loss of muscle mass. The American Dietetic Association (ADA) says the number of calories for older adults ranges from 1600 to 2400 calories…
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The abdominal region seems to be one of the first places people notice weight gain. Reducing fat in this region only (spot reduction) may not be possible, according to the American Council on Exercise. Combining an aerobic workout with abdominal…
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Exercise is an essential component of any fat-loss plan. Regular workouts are important to burn calories and keep your metabolism high. For best results, it’s important that you make the most of your time in the gym. A few easy…
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While a large percentage of weight loss plans are marketed towards women, maintaining a healthy body weight is equally important for men. If you are a guy who needs to lose a few pounds, there’s no need to wait. Weight…
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Stanley Burroughs, controversial doctor and author of “The Master Cleanse” was thrust into the national zeitgeist long after his death in 1991 when his cleansing program became a much-discussed favorite of celebrities like Beyonce Knowles. The simple program has spawned…
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Overview Burning fat cells is a natural process that your body does every day. It involves many complex chemical reactions, including transporting fatty acids into the mitochondria, which are the powerhouses of your cells. There, fatty acids transform into ATP,…
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The legs carry a large percentage of your body weight. Two of the bigger muscles in the body, the quadriceps in the front of thighs and gluteals located in the buttocks, are in the lower extremity. The legs are the…
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When you go to the gym, you’ll see lots of well built arms, shoulders and chests but well developed legs are rarer. The muscles of the legs: the quadriceps of the front of the thigh, the hamstrings at the back…
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One benefit to working out your abs at home is that you can’t miss a workout by simply not going home. On the other hand, there are always reasons to skip the gym. Traffic, getting out of work late, weather…
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Overview Providing your child with a wholesome, nutritious diet will not only help her build a healthy body, but will also help build good eating habits to promote good health for years to come. Eating nutritious food does not have…
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Overview Defined as a deterioration of bone mass, osteoporosis affects an estimated 55 percent of Americans older than 50, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation. As we age, bone density naturally declines, more in women—especially post menopause—than men. You usually…
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Your digestive system, muscles and fat all compete for space in your abdomen, and when there is not enough room for them all below your ribs, your belly extends outward. Weak abdominal muscles and excess fat can both contribute to…
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Although women are more likely to obsess about their weight, men make up a large part of overweight Americans. The Weight Control Information Network reports that in 2008, just 26 percent of men were at a healthy weight. Being overweight…
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Overview Gaining weight in the right places requires eating right, exercising and timing your nutrition properly. Having curves or shapes in the “right places” depends on your muscle development, natural build and body fat distribution. Gaining weight without looking fat…
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1. Bean Protein and Weight Loss Diets that are based on protein-rich food, such as beans, are more likely to satiate the appetite quickly because they slowly release energy. Carbohydrates are foods that quickly turn to sugar inside the body….
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A healthy diet is an important part of a weight-loss program. Eating a healthy diet doesn’t mean you are going to have eat tiny portions of tasteless foods. It also doesn’t mean you will stay hungry all day long. Choosing…
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Overview If you’re tired of dieting and depriving yourself of your favorite foods in order to lose weight, don’t despair. Making small but permanent changes in your eating habits is a lot more effective to lose weight and keep it…
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Overview Visceral fat, or belly fat, is a kind of deep fatty tissue found deep within your abdomen. It is different from subcutaneous fat, which is found just under your skin. Stomach fat is a health risk and is linked…
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Even though weight comes off the entire body during weight loss attempts, the butt in most women and some men seems to be the most difficult area in which to lose weight, according to the American Council on Exercise. A…
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You don’t have to invest in expensive weight-loss plans or lock yourself into a gym membership just to lose a few pounds. The American Academy of Family Physicians indicates that to lose 2 pounds a week, you just need to…
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