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Hormonal Imbalances Cause Weight Gain
High stress and a high carb diet can cause a hormonal imbalance that leads to weight gain. Find out how to correct the imbalance to lose weight.
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Quit Smoking and Lose Weight at the Same Time
Many people fear they will gain weight if they stop smoking. You can quit smoking and lose weight though, according to a new study.
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Extreme Diets Promise Quick Weight Loss
You want quick weight loss, but to what extreme are you willing to go to lose weight fast? Here are five popular extreme diets, how they work and what their pitfalls are.
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Obesity and the Swine Flu
We know that kids and the elderly are at risk for complications from the swine flu, but overweight and obese people are now also seen as a high risk category.
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Personality Linked to Obesity
Could weight gain be attributed to certain personality traits? Several studies suggest a link between personality and obesity.
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Weight Loss Tips for Morbidly Obese
Losing 100 pounds or more can seem like a daunting task. If you are morbidly obese, taking small steps and making lifestyle changes can help you lose weight.
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Reduce Soda Consumption in Children
Child obesity is on the rise. It's no coincidence that children are also drinking more soda. Reducing soda consumption can help kids lose weight.
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Portion Control for Healthy Kids
Overweight children are at risk for serious health problems like diabetes and heart disease. A balanced diet with smaller serving sizes can help kids lose weight.
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The Side Effects of Aspartame
Aspartame is a sugar substitute with a host of side effects. Drinking diet soda that contains aspartame actually increases cravings and prevents weight loss.
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The High Cost of Drinking Soda
The US government is considering a sin tax on sodas to raise money for the health care dilemma, giving consumers another reason to change their drinking habits.
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How Obesity Affects Your Menstrual Cycle
Overweight women produce too much estrogen which throws off their monthly cycle. Losing as little as 10 pounds can improve an irregular menstrual cycle.
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Understanding the Side Effects of Alli
Though Alli has unpleasant side effects, there is no proof that it causes liver damage. Used with caution, Alli can aid weight loss.
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Healthy Weight Loss Tips for Teens
Teens can lose weight without relying on diet pills. Simple lifestyle changes can improve your health and help you lose weight.
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Weight Gain Effected by High Food Costs
A 14-year study shows that women on food stamps gain weight. It comes as no surprise since healthy foods cost more than convenience foods.
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Build Muscle to Tighten Loose Skin
Muscles fill in the space of weight lost and revs up your metabolism so your body continues to burn fat.
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Debt Causes Weight Gain
The stress of being in debt leads people to overeat, rely on comfort foods and buy junk food because it's cheaper.
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Adolescents Obese Due to Stress
Adolescents use food to cope with high stress situation, both at home and at school. Stress impacts the way kids eat and increases their weight over time.
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Interventions for Childhood Obesity
The future of our kid's health is in jeopardy. Making a turnaround is going to take help from the community, school and family.
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Schools Sending Home Fat Report Cards
The number of obese children is staggering. It's clear that something has to change. One idea is to include children's BMI on their report card.
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Review: The 4 Day Diet
Dr. Ian Smith focuses on the mental part of losing weight and how to stay motivated in his latest book, The 4 Day Diet.
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When the Weight Won't Come Off
Do you have trouble losing weight? Discover what is preventing your body from shedding pounds. Learn why the weight won't come off.
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Affordable Weight Loss Tips
Dieters face an obesity epidemic and a recession. Cut calories and spending to lose weight and stay within your budget. Follow these affordable weight loss tips.
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Weight Loss Tips for Teens
Overweight teens have better results losing weight by focusing on variety and moderation than following a strict diet.
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Map Your Diet Success
Take control over your weight by mapping out your success. Having a plan in place takes the guess work out of dieting.
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Cleanse Your Colon to Lose Weight
Detox diets may be popular, but simple dietary changes reap the same benefits for your colon. Eat healthier to get rid of toxins and lose weight.
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