Archive for February, 2009

"Click This!": How Childhood Obesity is Diagnosed

If you are concerned about your child’s weight, visit How Childhood Obesity is Diagnosed by About.com’s new family fitness Guide, Catherine Holecko. Catherine explains the difference between overweight and…


Free e-Course!

Are you signed up for our e-Course, weight loss 101? If not, take a sneak peek at a lesson, Before You Choose a Diet or weight loss Program
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Take Steps Toward a Normal Weight

A study published in the International Journal of Obesity found people who walk fewer than 5,000 steps per day are more likely to be overweight. Those who walk more…


It’s All About Attitude

According to research at Brown University, sticking to exercise longer may all boil down to how you feel before your workout. Sedentary study participants who psyched themselves up to…


A Really Good Reason to Fight the Middle Age Spread…

If you’re nearing middle age or already there, take note: It’s time to get your weight in check. According to research at the National Cancer Institute, carrying extra weight…


Jenny Craig Bars Part of Recall

Jenny Craig has issued a voluntary recall of its Jenny’s Cuisine Anytime Peanut Butter Flavor Nutritional Bars (UPC Code 655447009347) for U.S and P.R. distribution with the following best before…


Super Bowl Sunday Tips

Super Bowl Sunday is quickly approaching! Here are my tips for keeping your game day treats from fouling up your diet…
Chips and Dip
Try using reduced-fat sour cream in any…


"Click This!": Foot-Friendly Flats

If you are a plus sized lady like myself, I have a tip for you — About.com’s plus size fashion Guide, Meieli Sawyer, has a great blog entry on…