Losing Weight

Mom’s guide to finding the right gym

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:01:00 -0700

There are so many options for gyms today. How do you choose the right one for you? These tips will help you find the perfect mom-friendly gym.

How thin is too thin?

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 03:15:00 -0700

Victoria’s Secret models are known for their curves – they are modelling lingerie, after all. But one of their famous angels recently came under fire for being too thin. South African model Candice Swanepoel, 22, is currently facing a barrage of scrutiny for looking emaciated and unhealthy.

2-week weight loss: Tips for getting started

Kim Grundy — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 05:51:00 -0800

Whether you are trying to shed those last five pounds for a wedding, reunion or to fit back into your favorite pair of jeans, you can lose weight and keep it off with our 2-week weight loss plan. No extreme measures or fad diets – just small adjustments to your everyday life. Here is how to get started.

Snacking secrets for women on the go

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:11:00 -0800

You pride yourself on your time-management skills and being able to fit more into an afternoon than most women can fit into their whole day. Unfortunately, whether it be outings with your kids or rigorous work obligations, you are hard-pressed to find the time to cook or even think about dieting. Here are some snacking secrets to satisfy your snack attacks.

Finding motivation for your exercise routine

Linda Spangle — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:10:00 -0800

Motivation is funny. For one thing, it always seems to leave right in the middle of a good weight-loss program. You were doing so well. Then one day, you lost your motivation and you just didn't feel like working on it anymore. What now?

How eating fiber can help you maintain your weight

Mary Fetzer — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 06:07:00 -0800

Dietary fiber does more than keep us regular. If you're struggling to lose weight, then adding more fiber to your diet may be just what you need.

Weight loss: Dangers of fasting and detoxes

Dr Michael Sardone — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:05:00 -0700

For centuries, fasting has been advocated by various religions as a means of spiritual cleansing and adherence to rituals, and similarly by activists protesting political or social injustices. Because it avoids solid foods, fasting has been promoted by groups insisting that it detoxifies the body of harmful chemicals and other hidden dangers. Moreover, this seemingly drastic dietary method is being touted by celebrities claiming miracle weight loss. But fasting and detoxes don’t come without risks. Here is how fasting can thwart your weight-loss efforts and, worse, harm your health.

The 5 best ways to reduce body fat

SheKnows Health & Wellness Experts — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 18:29:00 -0700

The average American gains five pounds a year, every year over the age of 30. Some estimate that 50 or even 60 percent of our society is overweight. Of course, the best way to avoid obesity is to resist temptation and never let these unwanted calories cross your lips in the first place. Is there a practical approach that will allow us to balance the foods we love with exercise and prevent this gradual, but seemingly "inevitable" weight gain? In addition to restricting unnecessary calories, there are ways to burn off those extra five pounds.

How to increase your cardio calorie burn

Linda Melone, CSCS — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:48:00 -0700

If you're like most women, you want the most calorie-burning bang for your buck when you make time to exercise . After all, who has time to waste? Watching the digital 'calories burned' reading slowly tick away on the treadmill or elliptical monitor can be a lesson in frustration. The following cardio workout tips can help you increase your cardio calorie burn.

4 Food label myths debunked

Michelle Dudash — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 10:30:00 -0700

While the front of packages and Nutrition Fact Panels on foods provide a wealth of information, the label lingo can get confusing. To help clear up the mistakes people commonly make when reading these labels, Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA, RD, CDN, the author of Read It Before You Eat It helps clear up the chaos.

How to sideline sneaky sugars

Eric C. Westman, M.D., M.H.S. — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:47:00 -0800

There’s nothing sweet about sugar when it comes to your weight — and health. Rather, sugar is sneaky, going by many names and often hiding in plain sight in so-called health and diet foods. As long as you’re consuming lots of the sweet stuff, your body has difficulty burning your own body fat for energy. But once you learn the many aliases for sugar, you can replace foods that pack on the pounds with more nutritious choices that help you slim down. Here's how to sideline those sneaky sugars lurking in your diet.

Losing weight as a family

Abbi Perets — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:42:00 -0700

How can your family lose weight together? Peeling off those winter layers reveals a few extra pounds for many of us. And since kids with even minor weight issues are at risk to become adults with more serious health problems, today's the day to make a change. Get your whole family healthy -- and get happy at the same time.