losing weight
7 So-Called Diet Foods That Are Bad for Your Health and Your Waistline
Posted on January 26, 2012
By Kristin Sidorov
Avoiding temptation and trying to eat your daily dose of veggies can be challenging enough. Throw in hundreds of “healthy food” advertising gimmicks, an overload of dieting advice that seems to contradict itself, and confusing ingredient lists, you could find yourself eating foods that are anything but good for you.
The Best-Rated DASH Diet: Why It Works
Posted on January 5, 2012
The DASH Diet has been named the No. 1 Best Diet Overall and the Best Diet for Healthy Eating by U.S. News & World Report. Why? The diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, isn’t overly limiting, is heart-healthy, and focuses on key nutrients eaten in whole foods such as fruits and veggies—not in pills. Making simple changes are the answer, says Thomas Moore, M.D., author of The DASH* Diet for Hypertension: Lower Your Blood Pressure in 14 Days—Without Drugs.
New Atkins Recipe: Green Chile Pork Stew
Posted on January 3, 2012
This simmering, savory stew is perfect for winter. Serve up low-carb tortillas on the side and garnish with classic Southwestern condiments like avocado and sour cream for a truly warming meal. From The New Atkins for a New You Cookbook by Colette Heimowitz.
What a Healthy Diet Does to Your Body in 15 Minutes, 12 Hours, 12 Weeks…
Posted on December 29, 2011
When trying to lose weight, you might be focused on fitting into that sexy black number hanging in your closet. But there are wonderful things happening inside your body that won’t be reflected on the scale, such as decreasing blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Learn more from Dr. Mike Moreno, author of The 17 Day Diet: A Doctor’s Plan Designed for Rapid Results.
Learn Why Holiday Stress Can Make You Fat
Posted on December 2, 2011
Are you reaching for the eggnog already? Is muffin top making you miserable before you even get to the holiday party buffet? It could be time to de-stress, the best diet not on the market. Learn why stress makes you pack on the pounds, from YOU Stress Less: The Owner’s Manual for Regaining Balance in Your Life by Dr. Michael F. Roizen, MD, and Mehmet C. Oz, MD.
17 Ways to Maximize Nutrients from Your Fruits and Veggies
Posted on November 2, 2011
You’re eating right and changing your diet—great work! But before you microwave those peas or stir-fry that veggie medley, be sure you know the best way to help your healthy produce retain its nutrient value. From Dr. Mike Moreno, author of The 17 Day Diet: A Doctor’s Plan Designed for Rapid Results.
10 Smart Lunch Ideas for a Thinner, Healthier You
Posted on September 8, 2011
It’s back-to-school season, and it’s a good time to revamp your lunch with some savvy additions that will keep you feeling energized and satisfied for three to four hours. Mix it up with these healthy tips from Keri Gans, MS, RD, CDN, author of The Small Change Diet: 10 Steps to a Thinner, Healthier You.
8 Simple Ways to Trim the Fat From Your Diet
Posted on July 31, 2011
Most Americans eat a diet that is too high in fat, especially saturated fats (from animal products). Don’t be one of them: Learn how to reduce fat and lower your blood pressure from U.S. News & World Report’s No. 1 ranked diet, The DASH* Diet for Hypertension: Lower Your Blood Pressure in 14 Days — Without Drugs, by Thomas Moore, M.D.
How to Make Virtually Any Recipe Vegetarian-Friendly
Posted on July 21, 2011
Tired of bland salads? These easy substitutions can transform your favorite recipes into healthy, meat-free dishes. From The Skinnygirl Dish: Easy Recipes for Your Naturally Thin Life, by Bethenny Frankel.
The 7 Basics of Successful Dieting
Posted on July 19, 2011
he more you can make smart choices an automatic part of your life, the better off your body will be in the long run, say Michael F. Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., authors of YOU: Losing Weight: The Owner’s Manual to Simple and Healthy Weight Loss.
9 Healthy Snacking Tips
Posted on July 13, 2011
In order for a snack to do its job, be sure it’s balanced–or else you may still be hungry and will have wasted calories on food that didn’t satisfy you, says Keri Gans, MS, RD, CDN, author of The Small Change Diet: 10 Steps to a Thinner, Healthier You.
Quiz: What Are the Best Restaurant Options for Dieters?
Posted on July 12, 2011
If you’re trying to diet, dining out can be a real challenge. Test your restaurant smarts with this surprising quiz from Dr. Mike Moreno, author of The 17 Day Diet: A Doctor’s Plan Designed for Rapid Results.
Why Skipping Meals Is Diet Sabotage
Posted on July 11, 2011
Can you really lose weight by eating frequently? Yes, says Jeffry S. Life, M.D., Ph.D., author of The Life Plan: How Any Man Can Achieve Lasting Health, Great Sex, and a Stronger, Leaner Body. The key is to not consume more calories than you need at any one time.
Don’t Derail Your Diet: Get Creative with Low-Calorie Cocktails
Posted on June 30, 2011
Talk about a buzzkill: When you’re dieting and watching your weight, it’s easy to overlook the impact alcohol has on your daily calorie count. But alcohol can be a major factor in weight gain, and even one tiny cocktail can sabotage your hard work elsewhere.
