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How to Choose a Fitness Tracker
Aug 17, 2015
Fitness trackers are all the rage these days. For a small investment, the wearable watches, bands and bracelets allow you to track your steps, workouts, calories, and even sleep patterns. But with so many fitness trackers on the market, how do you...The Dangers of Obesity: Health Risks & Effects of Being Overweight
Jul 15, 2015
It seems everywhere we turn, we are confronted with the obesity epidemic. The dangers, the statistics. In today's society with the age of technology, convenience foods, less time, less physical activity, is there any hope of winning the battle against...Is Metabolism Really Linked to Weight
Nov 21, 2014
A slow metabolism can be linked to weight gain however, there is more to this than meet the eye. It is correct that weight and metabolism is linked, however, although a slow metabolism can be a cause of weight gain, the culprit is more about the balance...Is Dieting Safe?
Oct 01, 2014
Everyone has been on a diet. A diet is a word meaning a group of certain foods that you eat on a regular basis. These foods can be consumed as a healthy way of eating, to co-exist with lifestyle, or to lose weight. Not all diets are safe. When it...Study: Coconut Oil Reduces Body Fat
Sep 17, 2014
Is there anything coconut oil can’t do? Not only does it lower cholesterol, improve skin and ward off viruses, it’s also been applauded for its fat-reducing properties.A study published in the Lipids journal found that having just 30 millilitres...Study: Poor Sleep Habits May Lead to Obesity
Mar 21, 2014
Sleeping for seven or eight hours per night leads to optimal health. Not only does getting a good night's sleep ensure you wake up refreshed and ready to face the day, but it also helps you to maintain a healthy weight and avoid the development of...What is the Ketogenic Diet?
Dec 23, 2013
When it comes to cancer treatments, not all are effective. But there is a new cost-free, side effects-free option that is gaining popularity. It's the ketogenic diet and health experts say it may be the ticket to managing – and even beating – cancer.Attending a Retreat
Sep 11, 2013
Need a holiday? Forget about flights and cramming 20 countries into two weeks. For a really relaxing time, a retreat might be just what the health practitioner ordered! But if you’ve never been to a wellness retreat, you may be wondering what to...Is Fasting Safe?
Jul 19, 2013
Recently, a personal trainer friend told me they fasted once a week for various health reasons. I was stunned – doesn't fasting stall your metabolism and make you gain weight? Intrigued, I decided to investigate. Is fasting effective for weight loss?Brain & Body: How Obesity Affects Your Brain Health
May 17, 2013
In the last two decades or so, the prevalence of obesity has doubled. During this time, scientists have conducted observational studies and established links between obesity and human brain structure. A new study published in the journal Neurology...Study: Rules for Weight Loss Success
Mar 11, 2013
There may be more weight loss programs and books on the market than any other self improvement subject. Until now, though, there has been little agreement about what the basic rules for weight loss success may be. A recent study published online by the...Top Tips for a Better Belly
Sep 18, 2012
There's nothing wrong with wanting a flat stomach or '6-Pack Abs', but what's more important is what goes on beneath the surface, in your digestive system. That's where the nutrients in the food we eat are absorbed and the waste matter eliminated.Can Your Liver Control Weight Gain?
Jun 08, 2012
With obesity fast becoming one of Australia's greatest health concerns, researchers have been making increasing efforts to understand its causes and find ways of combating what can best be described as an epidemic of obesity. Recently, researchers...The Importance of Patience in Weight Loss
Jan 30, 2012
Getting the body you want takes patience. It involves lifestyle changes, dedication, hard work and discipline. It sounds difficult, and it is, but the effort is worth it.We live in a world of instant gratification, we want something and we get it. We...Top Tips for Toppling Triggers
Jan 13, 2012
Everyone has foods, events, emotions, people and places that trigger unhealthy eating. Devise strategies to overcome these triggers and you are well on your way to winning your weight loss war. Here are my top twenty tips for toppling your triggers. Please...Is Gastric Band Hypnosis For You?
Dec 16, 2011
Have you tried everything to lose weight and failed? Is your Body Mass Index (BMI) 35 or over? Are you 100% committed to eating smaller portions of nutrient-rich foods and exercising for the rest of your life? Answer YES to these questions, you are an...Becoming Your Own Weight Loss Expert
Dec 07, 2011
The past few decades have seen more and more weight loss plans and programs released onto the market yet we are becoming fatter and fatter. Perhaps all those plans and programs are missing the point. Perhaps they are actually getting it completely...What is the Paleo Diet?
Nov 25, 2011
What is the latest diet craze? From Hollywood to home, from magazine rack to bookshelf, there seems to be a never ending tale of the ‘World's Greatest Diet'. Which one, if any, provides us with optimal health whilst at the same time, supporting our...Post-Diet Weight Gain Due to Hormones
Nov 24, 2011
One of the most frustrating dieting experiences is post-diet weight gain. This phenomenon has baffled dieters for decades. Once believed to be caused by post-diet binging, even the most scrupulous dieters often experience it. A new study may have the...Study: Fast Eating Linked to Weight Gain
Nov 18, 2011
A 'first of its kind' study at New Zealand's University of Otago suggests that fast eating may be linked to weight gain. The study focused on a group of 1500 women between the ages of 40 and 50, the ages known to be most prone to excessive weight gain.
