Nutrition

Do Blueberries Aid Weight Loss Efforts?
Submitted by Mary Gonzalez on Fri, 05/15/2009 - 08:00You’ve most likely heard about the potential benefits of grapefruit, oranges, and bananas, but blueberries? Yes – you heard right, researchers are conducting further studies to confirm whether or not blueberries aid weight loss efforts. Read on to hear what the most recent studies are saying with respect to this tiny blue fruit.

The Truth Behind Protein Shakes and Weight Loss
Submitted by Lisa on Thu, 05/14/2009 - 09:00Many people are under the misconception that if they are trying to lose weight, they can do so by just substituting a few meals with a protein shake. This is actually false information that can lead to weight gain, rather than weight loss. For those looking to lose weight, they really need to know the truth behind protein shakes and weight loss.

Does Calcium Help Weight Loss?
Submitted by Mary Gonzalez on Thu, 05/07/2009 - 08:00A number of studies have been commissioned over the years to look at the consumption of dairy products and its relation to weight loss. Some scientists have been particularly interested in this question: Does Calcium Help Weight Loss? The answer, from the studies that have been done, seems to be yes, but is this true – is this fact or fiction? We take a deeper look at what’s been said.

How High Calorie Beverages Can Affect Weight Loss
Submitted by Lisa on Fri, 05/01/2009 - 08:00When people start counting calories in an effort to lose weight, they often fail to count those that are in the beverages that we drink. Many people have the misconception that drinks can't possibly have that many calories, when in fact there are many high calorie beverages that can have an extremely negative impact on how you lose weight.

Top 5 Foods to Avoid for Weight Loss
Submitted by Julie French on Wed, 04/22/2009 - 00:00You’ve decided to lose weight and you know that exercise is important to your success, but did you know that your diet is the single biggest factor when it comes to achieving your weight loss goals. You can bench press 200 pounds on a daily basis and jog 5 miles a day, but if your diet is shoddy, you’ll still pack on the pounds.

Top 4 Best Foods to Eat for Weight Loss
Submitted by Shelly Courtney on Wed, 04/22/2009 - 00:00If you’re battling a growing waistline, you’re probably wondering what foods you should eat. Are there foods that will boost your metabolism and give you the edge when it comes to dropping pounds of fat?
That’s the question we’re going to answer in this article. Below you’ll find the top four best foods to eat for weight loss, as well as a brief explanation of why they were chosen for the list.

Healthy Ways to Lose Weight Naturally
Submitted by Shelly Courtney on Sun, 04/12/2009 - 09:00Losing weight naturally is an effective method for dropping those extra pounds. Some of the ways to lose weight naturally are the same as other plans but the food selections can vary. It is assumed a natural plan will contain as many vegetarian food selections as possible. Natural food selections and preparations will of course require a change in approach and thinking. A natural weight loss program can however be both satisfying on the palate as well as on the scale.

Dreading That Meal Out? Eat Out On A Diet With These Tips.
Submitted by Coco Swan on Thu, 03/26/2009 - 10:00Many people assume that restaurants and diets don't mix. Yes, there are plenty of selections on that menu that may sabotage your calorie count for the day, or maybe even the week, but there will be other options that you can choose that are lower in calories, carbs, and fat grams. You can eat out on a diet without it being traumatic, and even more importantly, the meal can still be delicious.

Does Coffee Help Weight Loss? Calorie Burning Or Diet Blowout?
Submitted by Coco Swan on Sun, 03/22/2009 - 10:00Do you have to deprive yourself of all your daily luxuries when you are trying to lose weight? Does coffee help weight loss or not? Read on for the lowdown on whether your Starbucks or home brewed espresso is aiding or sabotaging your diet.

Not So Obvious Foods to Avoid For Weight Loss
Submitted by Julie French on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 06:46There are the obvious foods that you need to avoid if you want to lose weight, such as chocolate, potato chips and hard candy, but there are a lot of foods out there that you may be eating and not realizing that they aren’t that good for you. Here are some of them:
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