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The 12 Best Foods for Gaining Weight

While there are a lot of people who work hard to lose weight, there are just as many who are trying to gain some. Gaining weight can be just as difficult as losing weight. People who don’t have much of an appetite can have trouble sticking to a calorie-heavy diet. To make it easier for […]

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6 Reasons Females Should Lift Weights

It is a well-known fact that, particularly as we get older, it is vital to keep body fat down and muscle mass at a healthy proportion. Cardio training alone is a good workout for overall cardiovascular health and fitness, but to see even more wide-ranging health benefits you need to seriously consider adding strength training […]

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How to Snack and Still be Healthy

Some people can get through the day without snacking. Eating three healthy and nutritious meals, and avoiding eating between them, is often the best option. People adopting a healthier lifestyle  to lose weight are often advised to cut out snacks from their diet altogether. But is that really good advice? Not necessarily. The Dietary Guidelines […]

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Obesity and Genetics

Is obesity genetic? This is probably one of the most common questions asked when it comes to obesity.

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Why Spot Reducing Fat Is Impossible

Many people yearn to lose fat from one specific part of their body. For example, you might wish you carried a fewer pounds in your midsection. Efforts to eliminate fat from an individual area are called “spot reduction.” While it would be nice if dropping the fat off specific body parts were possible, it is […]

Need an Energy Boost? Stay Away from These Seven Unhealthy Snack Foods

A lull in energy in the middle of the day is common. If you don’t refuel your body, your productivity and focus will drop and you will become irritable and moody. However, reaching for any sort of food won’t do. Many popular energy-boosting snack foods are actually terrible for you, and should be avoided. Choose […]

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Eight Foods to Eat Before Exercise

A good workout, in which you perform at your best and stretch your body to its limits, depends on many things. One of the important factors — and one that is often overlooked — is the food you eat before you exercise. Consuming the right things can contribute greatly towards a great exercise session — […]

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How Many Meals Should You Eat Each Day?

Eating enough healthy food is essential for your well-being. Even if you are trying to lose weight, you should make sure that you eat enough to maintain basic health day to day. There is no universal answer to the question of how many meals you should eat each day, but this article explores some important […]

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Fitness Routines Trending towards the Basics

The underwhelming recovery from the Great Recession has left most Americans pinching their pennies. The first financial obligations that got cut during the financial crisis are not finding their way back into family budgets. If you haven’t reinstated your gym membership, you are not alone.

Is That Snack Really Healthy? How to Snack Smarter and Lose Weight

When you’re trying to lose weight, snacks can keep your metabolism revved up and give you the energy you need to power through your workouts.   They can also help you stay satisfied and prevent you from  overeating at meals.   However, you have to make sure those munchies aren’t doing major damage to your […]