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Are you struggling to lose weight? Weight training can help, but you can boost the weight loss benefits you get from weight training by making subtle tweaks to your training routine. Here are five you should know about.
The movement toward body acceptance is a positive one in many respects. But obesity is more than a superficial issue. Being obese increases the risk of health problems and shortens lifespan, yet fewer people are addressing the issue. Are we becoming too complacent about the growing obesity epidemic?
Protein is the most satiating of all the macronutrients and one you need more of if you do high-intensity exercise or resistance training. Research also shows a high-protein diet helps with weight loss. Now a new study shows an unexpected benefit of consuming more protein when dieting. Find out what it is.
Many people struggle to lose weight, but sometimes they’re doing things wrong without even realizing it. A dietician who watches people struggle to lose weight reveals seven things people commonly do to sabotage their success losing weight. Find out what they are.
Diet quality versus quantity – which matters most when you’re trying to lose weight? A new study looked at this issue and revealed some interesting insights about what to eat and not eat when your goal is to slim down. Find out what they are.
With so many books out there telling you how to boost your metabolism and how important it is to do so, the last thing you want to do is slow yours down. Certain diet and lifestyle habits can cause your metabolic rate to drop. Here are some you should know about.
Hunger can be a tough beast to tame, especially if you’re eating the wrong foods. This article discusses the role macronutrients play in controlling hunger. Find out which macronutrients are most satiating and how to change the composition of your diet to keep hunger at bay.
Can adding more protein to your diet help you lose more body fat? Is animal protein better than plant-based proteins for shedding fat? Find out what research shows about protein and its role in weight loss.
Some women cut back on dietary protein along with calories when they’re trying to lose weight. That’s not such a good idea, especially after menopause. A recent study reveals the importance of getting enough protein – and consuming it throughout the day. Find out why it’s important along with some high protein snacks you can enjoy.
Some people really struggle to lose weight. They believe they’re doing the right thing but just aren’t seeing results. Sometimes it’s because they have unrealistic expectations. Here are other ways people sabotage themselves when trying to lose weight without even knowing it.
If you are trying to lose weight or are doing your best to maintain a slim figure, you probably think of yourself as something of an expert on the subject of which foods are hazardous to your waistline. However, at least thirteen of the foods and drinks that people commonly think of as healthy are actually capable of stopping you from losing weight. Read on to find out which of these foods are the worst, and to discover more genuinely healthy substitutes.
Can working out at a certain time of day maximize the health benefits of exercise? Discover what research shows about “the best time” to work out and what the advantages and disadvantages of morning versus afternoon workouts are.
