Weight Loss
"Weight Loss Definition: A decrease in body weight characterized by the loss of body fat and or skeletal muscle"
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
July 31, 2009
There’s no magic panacea for weight loss. The only way to achieve lasting weight
reduction is to eat the right foods and burn more calories than you take in with
exercise. Although there’s no magic bullet, there are certain natural chemicals
and food ingredient...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
July 31, 2009
Green tea and green tea supplements are frequently marketed as a way to boost metabolism;
and some people are buying into this idea by purchasing green tea extract supplements
as a way to lose weight. Others are drinking large quantities of green tea in hopes
o...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
July 31, 2009
Weight loss is challenging and some people approach these challenges with a little
too much enthusiasm. Instead of pursuing a healthy weight loss eating plan, they
adopt the philosophy that “more is better”. More calorie cutting, that is. Although
the weight ma...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
July 31, 2009
There’s been increasing focus recently on the role that omega-3’s play in health
and disease. Preliminary studies show these polyunsaturated fatty acids found predominantly
in fatty fish may reduce the risk of a variety of diseases ranging from heart disease
to...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
August 22, 2009
Are you convinced that your metabolism functions at a snail’s pace? Do you attribute your weight gain on the workings of a slow metabolism? While many people blame their extra pounds on an underactive metabolism, in most cases the problem arises from taking in more calories than are burned off. Even...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 04, 2009
There’s an epidemic of obesity in America and the trend shows no signs of letting up. Although Americans are blessed with a diversity of food choices, many of them are calorie dense and low in nutritional value. A trip to a local fast food restaurant will reveal an impressive array of burgers topped...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 04, 2009
There’s a great deal of confusion regarding the role that cortisol plays in weight control. A whole industry has arisen around the idea that blocking the effects of cortisol is a sure fire way to lose extra body fat. Supplements such as CortiSlim are being aggressively promoted as “cortisol blockers...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 11, 2009
Conventional wisdom has always dictated that to control weight you need to start the day with a healthy breakfast. No, not a pop tart, but something with more nutritional value such as a hot bowl of oatmeal. Eating oatmeal for breakfast with its high fiber content is a good way to fill up without fi...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 11, 2009
For some people losing weight can be a challenge regardless of the circumstances, and it can be particularly frustrating when the needle on the scale won’t budge when you’re working so hard at it. You gave up the daily bag of Cheetos and now spend more time at the gym than you do at Starbucks, and t...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 11, 2009
Uncontrolled hunger and overeating can make even the best weight loss plans go awry. One way to reduce the risk of overeating and help keep hunger at bay is to eat frequent, small, meals throughout the day. This not only keeps the metabolism primed, but also reduces hunger that can lead to poor food...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 18, 2009
Are you a fidgeter? Is your leg or arm constantly moving when you talk on the phone or sit at your computer? While it may seem like fidgeting results in a lot of wasted energy, all of that meaningless movement burns calories which leads to one of the most important benefits of fidgeting – weight con...
Written by:
Dr. Kristie
Posted:
September 18, 2009
Whether you crave chocolate, peanut butter cookies, or a big dish of butter toffee ice cream, food cravings can spell disaster for a person trying to lose weight. Food cravings are often a sign of a diet that’s too restrictive – leading to excessive hunger and cravings for unhealthy treats. To effec...