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Following restrictive diets is an outdated practice that sometimes results in temporary weight loss but almost never results in permanent weight loss. Instead of following diets that severely restrict fat and/or calories and lead to feelings of deprivation, consider taking the easier, more effective approach, and make the following simple food swaps. Replace Sugar with ...click here to read more

If you’re one of those people that think that weight loss is a good thing, even when it’s not completely healthy weight loss, you may be attracted to a new product that will allow you to eat anything as part of your diet while still achieving your weight loss goals.  The AspireAssist is a new ...click here to read more

The battle of the bulge is never ending so it is no wonder that over the years there have been more diet solutions than we can count.  There is the diet that leaves us feeling famished and cranky, the diet that makes us crave more and leads to weight gain,  the diet that actually works, ...click here to read more

A withdrawal symptom is described as any physical or psychological disturbance a person experiences as a result of being deprived of something. When people are addicted to cigarettes, alcohol or drugs and then suddenly try to quit, they can face difficult withdrawals.  Scientists believe the same thing happens with food. Eating Fat North Americans love ...click here to read more

Consuming lots of fruits and vegetables in our diets is important for good health and we shouldn’t overlook the sweet potato.   Many fruits and vegetables are known as “super foods”.  Super foods have a significantly higher nutritional value than most foods and provide various health benefits.  Sweet potatoes are a fantastic super food, not only ...click here to read more

Studies show that during the holidays it is not uncommon for people to gain anywhere from one to ten pounds. While many people want to blame it on the turkey, the reality is that holiday weight gain is largely due to the sauces, sweets and spirits. If you have set weight loss goals for yourself ...click here to read more

Obesity is now a bigger health problem than world hunger according to a new report that was published in The Lancet.  Data was gathered from the World Health Organizations Global Burden of Disease Study 2010 to determine this surprising fact. The Obesity Crisis The report revealed disturbing figures that showed that every country (except those ...click here to read more

It has been the subject of a lot of debate in health and scientific circles over the last 20 years…is aspartame too dangerous for consumer consumption? What about the dangers of sugar; are we forgetting about that in all the fuss over artificial sweeteners? We eat sugar daily to sweeten our drinks and our food. ...click here to read more

Escaping the common cold and flu can be difficult, especially for children. They play in close contact with others, forget to wash their hands, and often share food with their friends. When they do get influenza parents often worry that it could lead to weight loss; however, recent research suggests feeding a fever that comes ...click here to read more

The word aromatherapy makes us think of massage oils or a warm, soothing bath; however, cooking with essential oils has become a new, creative aromatherapy application. The practice is relatively new to North America so many wonder if it really does have an effect. There are several ways to use essential oils. Cleaning, treating ailments, ...click here to read more

It is not unusual to feel relaxed or even drowsy after a large, satisfying meal. Thanksgiving and Christmas Turkey have a long standing reputation as the meal that “puts you to sleep” but modern science tells us it isn’t necessarily the bird sending you off to slumber. Turkey and Sleep Problem Turkey has L-Tryptophan in ...click here to read more

If you’re feeling sluggish all the time, you may be surprised to learn about the sneaky things that you’re doing (or maybe not doing) that could be zapping your energy.  Once you learn what’s zapping your energy, you’ll be able to follow treatment recommendations that may include taking vitamins and minerals to increase your energy ...click here to read more

Christmas is a time for family and friends to get together for some quality time.  And many of these gatherings revolve around food. However, you may want to be cautious before reaching for the holiday stales as they’re often packed full of calories which can be disastrous for your waistline! Foods that Are Full of ...click here to read more

Believe it or not the act of becoming having issues with a obesity, or “getting fat” can be a slow and arduous process. It isn’t hard to imagine that this can happen and creep up on you, ever so slowly and before you know it, your clothes don’t fit, or your husband or wife is ...click here to read more