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How Circadian Rhythms Affect Your Body Weight

How Circadian Rhythms Affect Your Body Weight

How you exercise and what you eat certainly impacts your weight, but there are a number of other factors that make it easier or harder to control your weight. One of these is the internal clock that controls your natural rhythms called circadian rhythms. Find out how changes in circadian rhythms can lead to weight gain and what to do to keep your clock properly “set.”

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The Top Nine Myths That Are Stopping You From Losing Weight

The Top Nine Myths That Are Stopping You From Losing Weight

Websites and magazines are full of conflicting advice about diet and losing weight. Do you need to cut out carbohydrates? Should you try to stop eating snacks of any kind? Does consuming food in the evening cause the most weight gain? Read on to discover the answers to these questions and more as you learn about the top nine myths that are stopping you from losing weight.

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More Evidence That Cutting Back on Sugar Helps With Weight Control

More Evidence That Cutting Back on Sugar Helps With Weight Control

Sugar has gotten a bad rap lately, but how much does added sugar in foods and beverages really affect your weight? A recent meta-analysis looked at the issue of sugar in foods and beverages and how it impacts weight for the average person. Find out what this study showed and discover other compelling reasons to cut back on sugar.

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4 Reasons You Gain Weight Around the Holidays and How to Avoid It

4 Reasons You Gain Weight Around the Holidays and How to Avoid It

With all the parties and sweet indulgences, it’s not surprising that weight gain is common around the holidays. Most people assume they’ll quickly lose those extra pounds once the festivities are over and they return to the normal routine, but shedding “extra insulation” that comes from sipping eggnog and noshing on cheesecake can be challenging. A better plan is to prevent it in the first place. Why is weight gain so common around the holidays and how can you avoid it?

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Food Cravings? the Role Brain Chemicals Play

Food Cravings? the Role Brain Chemicals Play

What goes on in your brain has a direct influence on how much you eat, food cravings and the types of foods you choose. One brain chemical in particular, dopamine, plays an especially important role in keeping food cravings in check. Find out what role it plays and ways to maximize its benefits through diet and lifestyle.

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Weight Loss Timing: Can Obesity Become Irreversible?

Weight Loss Timing: Can Obesity Become Irreversible?

Is there a time element to weight loss? According to a new study, being overweight or obese for a long period of time without taking steps to correct it, could make it harder to reach and maintain an ideal body weight when you finally make the necessary lifestyle changes. Find out why it’s not a good idea to put off losing weight until tomorrow.

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