08

Feb

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Does Your Child Need a Weight Loss Program? The Long-term Dangers of Childhood Obesity

In the last three decades, rates of childhood obesity have almost tripled. This alarming rate has lead researchers to question how the issue will affect the health of today's obese children in the future and the consequences the epidemic will have on overall public health...

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08

Feb

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What Does Vitamin B12 Do for My Body?

Getting an adequate amount of vitamin B12 each day is vital to your health. The nutrient is essential to a number of processes and functions: it helps make DNA, keeps the body's blood cells and nerves in tip-top shape, prevents certain types of anemia and more.What are the...

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08

Feb

a close up of a woman's stomach with a pair of oversized jeans

Can Acupuncture Help You Lose Weight?

Acupuncture is an ancient practice with origins in China, but it has recently become a popular treatment for Westerners seeking to lose weight and treat a number of ailments. It has now been increasingly embraced by practitioners in the West interested in its ability to alter the...

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08

Feb

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Our 5 Favorite Apps for Losing Weight

Your smartphone can do more than send emails, ensure you never get lost again and text your friends. It can now help keep you in shape, thanks to the huge number of apps dedicated to fitness and healthy eating. They can motivate you, help you make better choices at the grocery st...

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08

Feb

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Burn Calories Without Burning Your Budget

Getting a million-dollar body doesn't have to break the bank, and you can get great results without flashy workout equipment, an expensive gym membership or fancy health foods. If you want to trim your waistline while growing your bank account, try these low-cost ways to bu...

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08

Feb

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Healthier Alternatives to Butter for Baking

It is said that baking feeds the soul in addition to the belly, but baked goods loaded with buttery goodness can make the scale spike and cause a host of health issues. Reducing the amount of butter you use in the kitchen or eliminating it entirely can significantly cut the amoun...

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08

Feb

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Make the Outdoors Your Gym in Arizona

Arizona is an ideal playground for those who love the great outdoors and have an adventurous spirit. While people in other areas of the country are stuck inside and going to crowded, expensive gyms to get in their daily exercises, we have plenty of options for getting fit under t...

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08

Feb

a close up of a woman's stomach with a pair of oversized jeans

Choosing the Best Weight Loss Program for You

Millions of people eagerly sign up for weight-loss programs every year, and unfortunately, a large percentage of them fail to lose weight and keep it off. The reason often has little to do with willpower or motivation. Instead, many people fail to shed pounds because they attempt...

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08

Feb

Healthy Ways to Cope with Stress

Feeling stressed out can cause more than a headache or breakdown, it can also trigger weight gain. According to a 2013 study conducted by the American Psychological Association, over 40 percent of people report eating unhealthy foods or overeating in response to stress. You may h...

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08

Feb

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Get the Flavor Your Crave Without the Calories

If you are like most people, your list of favorite foods is probably filled with treats that taste great but don't rank high on the nutrition scale. Luckily, eating a healthier, more balanced diet does not have to mean foregoing all your favorites. With these lower-calorie...

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