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Will Dieting Make Me Gain Weight?

Friday, July 25, 2014
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What many people find hard to believe is that dieting can make you fat.  How, you might ask. By increasing your fat stores, that’s how. You see, when you diet drastically…

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Avoiding Back Injuries

Thursday, August 8, 2013
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Avoiding Back Injuries

Poor technique, weakness in back and abdominal muscles, and overuse are to blame for a lot of back injuries associated with exercise, according to the American Physical Therapy Association. Physical therapists…

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Why We Need More Fiber in Our Diets

Wednesday, June 5, 2013
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Why We Need More Fiber in Our Diets

Fiber is a health-giving food factor that’s a must for every healthy body.             Fiber (or roughage) has a major influence on good health.  Studies show that those who add some kind…

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What Do YOU Do to Lose Weight?

Tuesday, June 4, 2013
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What Do YOU Do to Lose Weight?

Ways to shed weight:  what works, what doesn’t.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) asked 1,431 men and women what they were doing to lose weight.  The answers varied quite a…

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Can Too Much Protein Be Harmful?

Thursday, May 30, 2013
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Can Too Much Protein Be Harmful?

In a word, YES! Nutrition experts have determined that most adults consume a minimum of two to three times the actual amount required.  Your protein consumption need not exceed 44 grams…

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Do Dieters Need More Protein?

Wednesday, May 29, 2013
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Do Dieters Need More Protein?

Yesterday, we ran a piece on protein. See http://hollywoodhealthletter.com/2013/05/28/eat-protein-for-better-body-firming/ . Today the emphasis is on dieting and protein. Sometimes dieters may need more protein. When dieting, your body requires a little additional…

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Eat Protein for Better Body-Firming

Tuesday, May 28, 2013
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Eat Protein for Better Body-Firming

  It’s been said that protein is the source of all life. The word “protein” comes from the Greek word “proto,” meaning “of prime importance.”             Next to water, protein is…

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Taking “Before and After” Photographs

Monday, May 27, 2013
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Taking “Before and After” Photographs

Take photographs to analyze your improvement. If you’re starting a get-fit program of healthy dieting and regular exercising, take snapshots of yourself before and after. Stick those photos on the refrigerator…

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Get in Shape for Summer

Friday, May 24, 2013
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Get in Shape for Summer

A healthy body starts with an honest assessment of that body. Whether you want to get in shape for summer or simply improve your health,  this self evaluation can help. Take…

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Should You Eat When You’re Really Hungry?

Tuesday, May 21, 2013
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Should You Eat When You’re Really Hungry?

Did you know eating when you’re really hungry is one of the worst things you can possibly do for your health?  When we go too long  between meals, we are more likely to…

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