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Can you eat more and weigh less?

5:09 PM Fri, Mar 06, 2009 |

The husband of a woman we work with recently lost 12 pounds. FAST.

How did he do it?

He went to his doctor and when asked what he did to lose weight, he said "I ate fast food twice this week."

The doctor applauded him, suggesting that may have "jumpstarted" his metabolism enough to kick that weight loss into high gear.

Lo and behold, the man was ecstatic and suggeste...



Fat Tuesday Strategies for Fat Loss Success

11:59 AM Wed, Feb 25, 2009 |

"Fat Tuesday" was yesterday. Now, it's Lent. Many people use this as a "New Year's Resolution Redo."

A time to get back on track with your goals.

Give up something -- a favorite food, drink, smoking, etc. Or maybe start a more positive behavior -- increase exercise, improve relationships, etc.

Little steps go a long ...



Are carbs making you fat?

1:45 PM Sat, Feb 21, 2009 |

Carbs are always thrown under the bus -- good carbs, bad carbs -- and who knows what else!

Are they the culprit causing the obesity epidemic?

Get the skinny on this very misunderstood nutrient and learn about the hidden names for sugar when you read food labels.

Check out our article -- how to lose fat by eating less sugar...



Dark Chocolate -- Wonder Food or Overhyped Sweet?

10:21 AM Mon, Feb 16, 2009 |

Between Valentine's Day this past weekend and now marketers pushing for Easter in April, stores are filled with Chocolate.

And if you've you read any recent stories or media reports, chocolate is the new wonder food.

But is it all it's cracked up to be?

Find out in our recent report: Is Dark Chocolate Hype or Hope?

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Healthy Superbowl Treats

4:40 PM Mon, Jan 26, 2009 |

Several companies offer a fat free Greek yogurt. It's thicker than normal yogurt, yet has double the protein and half the sugar. Use this as a substitution for sour cream in dips!

Some suggest the Super Bowl is THE biggest eating holiday of the year, bigger than Thanksgiving.

Try these 3 ideas top enjoy the game, yet not totally blow your goals!

Guacamole is great for you -- mix 1/2 avocado, 1/2 peas, to lower the calo...



Permanent Weight Loss Tip

8:55 PM Tue, Jan 20, 2009 |

Exercise first thing in the morning; when you make time for exercise each morning, you'll be more likely to make it a regular part of your daily schedule.

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Your Nutrition Questions Answered!

1:35 PM Thu, Jan 15, 2009 |

Today we've got a rapid fire Q & A!

Here it goes:
Can I drink too much green tea -- I drink 4 cups each day.
Unlikely, just don't drink it too close to bed because of the caffeine.
How much caffeine does green tea have?
Approximately 20-50 mg, depending if it's in a bag (like Lipton) or loose leaf (this has more than the bagged variety).
Is peanut butter health...





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