Nutrition and Weight Management

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Nutrition and Weight Management
Hidden Holiday Calories

From gingerbread cookies to turkey dressing, holiday dinners can be a recipe for disaster if you don’t plan ahead for the extra calories. Follow these tips to enjoy holiday dishes without packing on the pounds. …Read More
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Burn Baby Burn - How What You Eat Can Ruin Your Workout

After a long, heart-pounding session at the gym, there's nothing better than grabbing a bite to eat. But just because you've felt the burn doesn't mean you can load up on the calories. …Read More
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Finding Fuel for the Workout Ahead - What to Eat Before and After Hitting the Gym

You wouldn't leave home for a road trip without filling your car's gas tank, and you certainly wouldn't fill your high-performance car with regular gas. The same goes for your body and exercise. …Read More
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Mind Over Matter

Most Americans have been on a diet at some time in their life. It is no wonder, considering that today more than 50 percent of Americans are overweight in the United States. You may ask how it has gotten to this point. …Read More
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The Weight Game

In today's world, Americans are constantly bombarded with a never-ending abundance of weight-control information as new research, "fad diets" and exercise programs emerge. Unfortunately, this information is often confusing, complicated and even contradictory. …Read More
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Understanding Your Metabolism

People who are overweight or prone to gaining weight easily sometimes blame a slow metabolism for their bodies not expending calories quickly. But before pointing the finger at your metabolism, you should understand exactly what it is, what affects it and how you can raise it. …Read More
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Weight versus Fat

Body weight and body fat are commonly misunderstood. Most people don't distinguish between the two, but in reality they are different things. To achieve and maintain a healthy, fit lifestyle, understanding what these terms really mean is helpful. …Read More