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Health & Fitness > Hypertension & High Cholest Can your cholesterol level be too low?: 3 of 9
Popular news about high cholesterol has pushed health-conscious citizens into a pledge to reduce their cholesterol. But before you join the forces and ban cholesterol from your diet, consider the importance cholesterol plays in your health, and the fact that too low of cholesterol can actually be dangerous. Cholesterol has g... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Why breakfast is the most important meal: 14 of 36
New commercials for breakfast foods are reinforcing the idea that breakfast is important. But why? Doesn't it make sense that if you're trying to lose weight, skipping a meal will help you reduce your calorie intake? Not so. The body works in mysterious ways. Learn why breakfast is your first chance to make a good first impr... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Pros and cons of the Jenny Craig weight loss program: 2 of 4
Jenny Craig is a popular weight loss program that has experienced continued and growing success since Jenny started the business in 1983 in Australia. With a 24-year track record, they must be doing something right. Here is a quick look at the pros and cons of using the Jenny Craig program to reach your weight loss and fitne... More..
Health & Fitness > Sleep Disorders Central sleep apnea symptoms: 1 of 2
For most people, the term "sleep apnea" conjures images of an overweight man laying on the couch, snoring, and turning silent between every few snores as his diaphragm attempts to draw air into his lungs, but the anatomy of his throat prevents it. After several hard sucks he appears to awaken just a bit, yawns or swallows, a... More..
Health & Fitness > Hypertension & High Cholest Which fats are healthy?: 8 of 15
"Fat? Healthy?" In today's world of counting carbs and avoiding sugars, we often forget that food is not the enemy. In fact, many of the things we avoid are actually good for us, and fat is one of them. "Ew! Fat gave me these thighs; how can fat be good for me?" Just like cholesterol, another misunderstood product, fat is us... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss How to keep yourself from overeating: 3 of 5
Overeating is simply the process of eating past the point of necessity, and it can happen to anyone. For many people who are overweight or obese, it has become a habit, sometimes linked to emotional needs. For nearly everyone, it is a psychological game of finishing the food on your plate. Overeating is directly related to u... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Gender differences in weight loss: 8 of 11
Just as men and women gain weight differently, and store it in different places, they lose it differently. This can make it ultra-frustrating for the ladies - while you watch your man chow down a bacon-cheeseburger on the couch, you're stuck with lettuce salad between the treadmill and spin class. The good news is that diffe... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss What you need to know about gastric bypass surgery: 9 of 11
Gastric bypass has become a popular weight loss and life saving solution for obese people who have had a difficult time losing weight. There are many misconceptions about how this treatment works and the commitment that is involved. Before you dive in headfirst or blow it off completely, learn the facts about this surgical w... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss How many calories should you eat: 24 of 29
Calorie intake is the delicate game of balance dieters play while trying to eat enough to be healthy and satisfied, while not eating so much as to gain more weight. We know that proper calorie intake is mandatory to sustain life, but how many are enough, and when does the threshold cross into 'too many?' Determining your opt... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Pros and cons of the South Beach diet: 6 of 7
Unlike other popular diets, The South Beach Diet doesn't have a single magic formula for making it work. As a result, the benefits of the diet are largely misunderstood. Here you will find a list of the pros and cons of the South Beach Diet as each relates to your physiology and long-term health goals. THE PROS Upon first gl... More..