You might have about 45 seconds to yourself every day, and struggle to fit in a consistent and sustainable workout schedule because of it. Getting out to the gym takes too long and requires too much energy, while those questionable crunches you try doing in your seconds of spare time are boring and don’t seem… View Article
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Weight loss is very personal which means that it’s different for everyone. When you exercise, you could burn more or fewer calories than a person whose body, workout routine, and effort is different than yours. There are multiple factors that contribute to weight loss when you exercise. Why Calorie-Burning Is Unique To Each Person Physiological… View Article
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At any given time of year, at least a few of the magazines on the shelves will have some article or headline dedicated to helping you finally achieve that oh-so-coveted flat stomach, six pack abs, toned tummy, sexy midriff – whatever you want to call it. For many of us, though, we do our best… View Article
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We’ve longed been told that calorie restriction, increasing exercise and reducing dietary fat intake are the keys to weight loss. But, if you’ve ever attempted to control your weight by subsisting on fewer calories — especially from mostly bland “diet foods”— you’re already probably aware that this typically produces minimal results and is extremely hard to stick with long-term or … Read More
Lack of physical activity is fourth on the list of factors that contribute to death worldwide. (8) The good news is that you don’t need to go to the gym or come up with an intense exercise routine. Walking is probably the easiest form of physical activity that you can do. It’s a good habit… View Article
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Eating right, working out, and getting enough sleep are the healthiest ways to stay fit. But many people aren’t getting enough sleep. Sleep deprivation can cause many health problems such as diabetes and even depression, and it can also affect your weight. David Lloyd Gyms, a gym franchise in the UK, recently launched a new… View Article
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Feeling a little out of it and noticing changes to your overall health? Your growing belly fat might be a key reason. Fat in this part of your body isn’t just an aesthetic problem; it can be dangerous and lead to numerous health risks. Understanding the risks and reasons for this fat and taking steps… View Article
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You can find weight loss tips everywhere you look, so it’s easy to get confused about the truth on the most effective way to lose weight. The truth is that when it comes to weight loss, what you eat is more important than how much you eat. Clean, whole foods will always win over processed… View Article
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Dumping syndrome is the most common condition to follow bariatric surgery. Its prevalence reaches up to 50 percent in people who have had partial gastrectomy. But research suggests that weight loss is not dependent on the presence of dumping symptoms; in fact, dumping syndrome can lead to weight gain for some people. It also can substantially reduce your quality of life, resulting in … Read More
Tired of the same old routine, or spending 30 minutes on a workout that doesn’t challenge you? You’re not alone. Tabata workouts are emerging as a more convenient and rewarding way to get your sweat on. These workouts only take 4 minutes of your time but improve your fitness and energy levels significantly more than… View Article
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“Why am I hungry … like all of the time?” Is that a question you’re asking a lot lately? That’s because weight loss is a bit more complicated than “calories in, calories out.” While that is certainly important, getting your hormones under control is key to stifle an out-of-control appetite. Luckily, you’re not destined for a life of counting calories … Read More
This fantastic article was written by Sarah Biren, a baker, cook, author, and blogger living in Toronto. We encourage you to check out her website here! The first time I ordered shakshuka, I had no idea what I would be served. ‘Shakshuka’ ambiguously means ‘mixture’ or ‘to shake’ in Arabic, but I am not fluent… View Article
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When coming home after a tiring 8-hour day at work, getting the right amount of exercise can be challenging. We’re stressed out, tired, and have spent hours accommodating other people. Taking a half-hour walk is likely not the most appealing way to spend your limited amount of free time. However, while exercise is important, it… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. The strategies I present in my newest book, “Fat for Fuel,” are just too valuable for your well-being. That’s why you should not pass up this chance to ensure your copy! Pre-order now and receive 6 free bonus gifts. By Dr. Mercola There’s… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Mercola.com The strategies I present in my newest book, “Fat for Fuel,” are just too valuable for your well-being. That’s why you should not pass up this chance to ensure your copy! Pre-order now and receive 6 free bonus gifts. By Dr. Mercola The idea… View Article
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Losing weight is often more complicated than it seems on the surface. Whole grains? No grains? Low fat? No- fat is good, carbs are bad! Cardio is best for weight loss; No, strength training is more effective! Trying to navigate through tips from “life coaches”, personal trainers, dieticians and nutritionists is daunting, overwhelming, and instead of losing… View Article
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By Dr. Mercola Endurance athletes have been told for decades that carb loading is necessary to perform at the top. To suggest otherwise has long been regarded as heresy — or at the very least as foolish. But quietly, many athletes got wind of a new type of diet — a high-fat, low-net carb (total… View Article
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By Dr. Mercola Endurance athletes have been told for decades that carb loading is necessary to perform at the top. To suggest otherwise has long been regarded as heresy — or at the very least as foolish. But quietly, many athletes got wind of a new type of diet — a high-fat, low-net carb (total… View Article
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Have you ever heard of that crazy trend where you submerge your body in a tub of ice in order to help lose weight? Are you wondering if this trend really works? According to journalist and anthropologist Scott Carney, this trend is definitely onto something extraordinary. In Carney’s book, What Doesn’t Kill Us, he investigates… View Article
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It seems funny (not always) how the human body fights causes of pain with more pain. When you’re suffering through that bout of painful inflammation, it can seem like you’re the only one going through the pain. In one way, you are. But in another, you’re experiencing a response to acute or chronic inflammation that… View Article
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This fantastic article was written by Sarah Biren, a baker, cook, author, and blogger living in Toronto. We encourage you to check out her website here! It is astounding how much damage can be done by one minor hormone imbalance. The entire endocrine system works throughout your body coordinating the vital chemical messengers also known… View Article
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Every day, thousands of people flock to the gym to trudge grudgingly on a treadmill or other cardio machine for a predetermined amount of time. When we’ve become sufficiently sweaty, we head to the bathroom scale and hold our breath — willing the tiny needle to stop going up, up, up. Despite our hours at the… View Article
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This amazing post was written by Industrial Athletic, a top manufacturer of strength and fitness equipment. We encourage you to check out their website here! Losing weight is a popular and commendable goal, but when beginning to navigate the vast amount of theories, diets, and exercise routines available to those looking to accomplish weight loss,… View Article
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As a society, we are chronically underslept. Adults should be getting 7.5-8 hours of shut-eye each night, but are averaging less than 7. (1) Once you take into account the actually quality of that sleep (i.e. undisturbed and restful), the outlook is pretty grim. We’ve turned into a nation of sleepwalkers, and it now may be one… View Article
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Let’s all take a moment to be honest with ourselves: If brownies were good for us, we would eat them every day. As it turns out, with a few substitutions, you can have your cake (err, brownie) and eat it, too, with these sugar-free, gluten-free protein brownies. Not only are they sweetened with Stevia and packed… View Article
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Like it or not, aging is a fact of life. It’s better than the alternative we say to ourselves. That doesn’t mean that we can’t age gracefully, however, and look beautiful no matter what decade of life we are in. Your skin is a complex three-layered organ that is exposed to both intrinsic (within the body)… View Article
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In a hyper-digital age of selfies and #TransformationTuesdays, we are inundated with images of the physical body. That’s what many people tend to fall in love with – the aesthetically perfect body. And there’s nothing wrong with that, per se. What we tend to forget, however, is the immense mental strength you must build as… View Article
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Green tea has been used for centuries to boost energy levels, fight back against common illness, and even as a staple in skin and hair care routines.(1) We drink it, cook with it, and rub it on our faces more than any other tea in the world. But has our obsession with green tea become… View Article
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The Atkins diet — a popular low- or modified-carb diet that’s high in fats and proteins but low in things like sugar, fruit, grains and many processed foods — has been around for more than 40 years. Various books written about the Atkins diet are some of the best-selling in the diet category, with more than 45 million sold worldwide. The … Read More
You may not have realized it, but chances are you’ve consumed something called butyric acid before, and believe it or not, your body produces it as well. It’s true — butyric acid, also known as butanoic acid or BTA, is a saturated short-chain fatty acid found in butter, ghee, raw milk, animal fats and plant oils. It’s also formed in and therefore found in our colons … Read More
Algae are some of the most primitive life forms found on Earth and have been consumed as food and medicine for centuries. Human consumption of the blue-green algae called spirulina actually goes back to the Aztec civilization of the 14th century, and this type, including spirulina and chlorella, is the edible variety most commonly used in supplements. In fact, algae benefits are so … Read More
As the cool breezes and gusty winds of autumn set in, there’s no doubt grabbing a pumpkin spiced latte at a local coffee chain sounds like a great idea. But maybe you’ve been warned about the one pumpkin spiced latte ingredient you always need to avoid. Or maybe you’re already aware that a typical 16-ounce pumpkin spiced latte contains a whopping 50 grams … Read More
It doesn’t seem very nice to name a fruit based on its appearance, but I’m going to let it slide this time with ugli fruit — because this very unattractive fruit is only ugly on the surface. Ugli fruit is a crossbred fruit found in a tropical climate, and it’s an incredible source of vitamin C, fiber and other nutrients, … Read More
Imagine a diet where you can magically slurp on drinks that leave you feeling full, so that you can enjoy a healthy, well-balanced meal later in the day. You’ll sneak in a few snacks, lose weight quickly, feel great and you’ll never struggle with the scale again. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? That’s the fantasy that diet food giant SlimFast is peddling. … Read More