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- If I Need to Lose Weight and Fast, Should I Be Focusing On Building Muscle or Losing Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosWith so many terms and takes on healthy living in the diet and fitness industry it can be overwhelming for those who exclaim, I need to lose weight and fast! From fad diets where you only eat one kind of food (such as the Grapefruit Diet) or diets that eliminate entire food groups (such as ...
Views: 1168(1 vote) - Cellulite Slim Down: Will Cutting Out Coffee Help Me Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosIf you’ve wondered aloud as you are pouring that steaming cup of morning Joe, “Will cutting out this coffee make me lose weight?” then you are not alone. The conundrum that coffee presents does raise some health questions, and with those of us who struggle with cellulite, it’s easy to wonder if ...
Views: 3789(1 vote) - I Need to Lose Weight: 2 Lifestyle Changes That Make the Difference - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosThe health and fitness industry is always coming up with newfangled ways to tweak your diet in order to lose weight. While some of these fads may seem farfetched there are actually nuggets of truth hidden inside them. If I need to lose weight I simply do the research on some of the dietary ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - I Need to Lose Weight and Fast—What's Hindering My Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosIt isn’t a pretty topic- but many of us have muttered in frustration “I need to lose weight and fast”- but the body’s systems may seem to be in slow motion. From bloating and gas to chronic constipation and even colon disease, our body needs to flush out toxins efficiently in order to lose ...
Views: 1603 - Will Getting Enough Sleep Help Me Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosMaybe you have recently wondered, if I get enough sleep will that help me lose weight? It would seem counterintuitive, but it is true that getting adequate rest can actually help you shed pounds. The reason that many of us lack sleep is due to a lifestyle that is jam-packed with activities. Even ...
Views: 1593 - I need to lose weight but I have such a busy lifestyle, what can I do? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosYou are not alone if busyness has kept you form your weight loss goals, but for anyone who has ever said I need to lose weight, and then has found that goal lost in the piles of to-do lists and deadlines, the Diet Solution was made for you. The truths about any diet or exercise regime are that ...
Views: 1420 - If I need to lose weight and fast, what fat burning pills should I take? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosPopping pills is an American pastime, but if you have found yourself exclaiming, “I need to lose weight and fast!” I wouldn’t reach for the fat burning pills just yet. The age-old adage of good things coming to those who wait, doubly applies in weight loss efforts. Losing unwanted fat for good ...
Views: 1630 - Will Protein Shakes Help Me Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosYou’ve probably been in the health food stores a time or two, or have heard about your friends taking protein supplements, drinking protein shakes, and protein bars- if so you have probably wondered, will protein supplementation help me lose weight? Getting enough protein in your diet is by far ...
Views: 2030 - I Need to Lose Weight: Is Exercise Enough? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosEvery one of us at some point has stood in front of the mirror or have been trying on clothes in a dressing room and muttered under our breath, I need to lose weight. However the motivation we feel in the heat of the moment quickly dissipates when we have a craving for a milkshake on a hot day ...
Views: 1274 - I Need to Lose Weight and Fast, Should I Try a Juice or Detox Diet? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosLosing weight is more than just watching numbers plummet on a scale. For those who find themselves thinking, I need to lose weight and fast often, there can be many hidden dangers in doing almost anything to get the body you want. From subscribing to diets that basically starve your body into ...
Views: 1486 - Healthy Eating Plan Must-haves - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosA healthy eating plan is not complete unless is has all of the nutrients your body needs for optimum health. Protein, iron, calcium, quality fats and other vitamins and minerals work in unison to prevent illnesses and keep your body functioning properly. Adding an assortment of wholesome foods ...
Views: 1302 - Healthy Eating Plan to Help an Obese Child Lose Weight - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosBeing obese as an adult is hard, imagine what it feels like for a child. Overweight kids are at risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, strokes and joint problems. A healthy eating plan can help your child lose weight and reduce his chances of developing any of ...
Views: 1617 - 3 Surprising Tips to Make Healthier Diet Solution Recipes - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosTrying to change your eating habits to improve your health can be tough, especially if you don’t know the first thing about preparing nutritious meals. Using wholesome ingredients to create healthy dishes can help prevent chronic illnesses and reduce the number of toxins you take into your body. ...
Views: 1487 - Components of Healthy Diet Solution Recipes - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosWhen you’re eating to improve your health, it’s important to choose foods that have a positive impact on your wellbeing. Foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, beans, lean beef, poultry and fish all pack a nutritional punch and are essential for healthy Diet Solution recipes. ...
Views: 1793 - Wheat-Free Diet to Manage Wheat Intolerance - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosEliminating wheat out of your eating plan is not about losing weight, it’s about feeling your best. If you suffer with the uncomfortable symptoms of wheat intolerance, there’s no way you feel as healthy as you should. If you want to know how much better a wheat-free diet can make you feel, give ...
Views: 1732 - Try a Wheat-Free Diet to Improve Your Health - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosIn order to feel your best, you have to eliminate foods that weigh you down and contribute to poor health. In some people, wheat is the culprit of obesity and gastrointestinal problems. If you’re overweight or suffer with digestive health issues, going on a wheat-free diet may help. Going ...
Views: 1455 - How to Get Calcium from a Dairy-Free Diet - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosIf you’re lactose intolerant or simply want to live a healthier life, a dairy-free diet may be right for you. Some people are hesitant to try this type of diet because they worry they won’t get enough calcium to meet their needs. There’s really no reason for concern. With the right eating plan, ...
Views: 2092(1 vote) - Improve Your Health with a Dairy-Free Diet - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosMilk is full of unsavory additives that can contribute to, or exacerbate existing health problems. If you want to feel healthier, consider giving dairy the boot. If you’re concerned a dairy-free diet won’t give your body the calcium it needs to perform important functions – don’t be. There are ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Heart-Healthy Meal Plans - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosYour heart pumps blood to the arteries and lungs, and also supplies your tissues with oxygen and nutrients. Over time, a diet full of unhealthy foods can clog the arteries and contribute to cardiovascular disease. Healthy meal plans can prevent hardening of the arteries and reduce your risk of ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Get More Good Fat in Your Healthy Meal Plans - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosFats have no place in healthy meal plans – at least that’s what the experts would have you believe. In reality, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and healthy types of saturated fats serve important functions in the body so that it stays in good condition. Fat is only a problem when the bulk of it ...
Views: 1606(1 vote) - Should I buy Items Marketed as Pregnancy Foods? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosThere is something about being pregnant that seems to turn a woman into a much more vulnerable version of herself. While the reason is no doubt a desire to do the best thing possible for her growing baby, the idea of purchasing “pregnancy foods” is not only silly, it is likely to be expensive. ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - Not Sure What to Eat During Pregnancy? It Really Isn’t Complicated - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosThe question of what to eat during pregnancy can be pretty serious, if you've never given much thought to nutrition before. You are now growing a child, and that child has specific nutritional demands, small though they might be. Let us look briefly at the most important categories you want to ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - 5 Things to Keep in Mind Eating When Pregnant - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosIt takes little guesswork to figure out why women are so intensely interested in what they should be eating when pregnant. This is important even for your first pregnancy. And nutrition is doubly important for every time thereafter! The body is depleted by pregnancy; it is just a natural ...
Views: 1331(1 vote) - Eating When Pregnant Should Make both Baby and Mother Happy - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosThe best thing you can do while eating when pregnant is make sure both you and your baby get everything you need, nutritionally. If you have already switched to a diet rich in whole foods, such as that supported by the Diet Solution Program, you are probably not far from where you need to be. ...
Views: 1172 - What to Eat When Pregnant: Supplementing Your Diet - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosMost women know that, once they become pregnant, supplementing any nutritional deficiencies in your diet is almost as important as your pregnancy diet plan. In fact, while you should investigate a prenatal vitamin to take on a daily basis, you should also your diet so your body depends less upon ...
Views: 1122(1 vote) - Your Pregnancy Diet Plan: The Third TrimesterSubmitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosDuring the last three months, your pregnancy diet plan will not change a great deal. Chances are you have already eliminated or significantly reduced the amount of caffeine and other problem foods from your diet. You've already been taking your Omega-3 fatty acids and have taken a prenatal ...
Views: 1273 - 5 Important Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosIt seems you can’t open a pregnancy book or go online without encountering some sort of hideous warning about which foods to avoid during pregnancy. There are some clear cut no-no’s, but in general, you can eat almost everything you ate before. Those items that are seriously ill advised ...
Views: 1514 - Can I Eat Raw Ingredients as Part of My Pregnancy Foods? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosRaw foods can be a routine part of your diet during pregnancy, but only if you use proper caution. Pregnancy foods must be nutritious, true, but they also have to be reasonably safe from microorganisms, and that isn’t always possible if the food you choose is raw. Which Raw Foods are Good ...
Views: 1441 - Do you Know What to Eat During Pregnancy? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosBeing pregnant is challenging enough without worries about what to eat during pregnancy. The truth is that eating during pregnancy isn’t really significantly different than eating at any other time of your life – with the exception of a few foods to avoid and a need to increase a few ...
Views: 1251 - Eating During Pregnancy: Minimizing DiscomfortsSubmitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los Rioseating during pregnancy can profoundly affect the common discomforts and ailments you may experience during the nine months you carry your baby. During the first trimester, the most common discomfort you may experience is morning sickness. Second trimester nutrition focuses on alleviating ...
Views: 1189 - 8 Things You Should be Eating When Pregnant - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosWhen a woman gets pregnant there are so many new concerns about what she should be eating when pregnant. The goal is to have a healthy baby and healthy mother at the end of nine months. If you aren’t sure what you should be eating while pregnant, this short list will offer a set of useful ...
Views: 8232 - Food for Pregnant Women: 6 Quick and Tasty Solutions - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosMorning sickness, fatigue and the changes taking place in a pregnant woman's body can sometimes make food shopping a torture. Fortunately, there are some fast and tasty options when it comes to food for pregnant women. Why Organic Fruit is Good Food for Pregnant Women Keeping the fruit bowl ...
Views: 1884 - 5 Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosEating during your pregnancy involves a little common sense, a basic understanding of good nutrition, and an awareness of which foods to avoid during pregnancy. During certain times in your pregnancy you might experience nausea, indigestion, constipation and other problems. Those can be ...
Views: 1413 - Pregnancy Foods? What a strange idea - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosAre there really such things are pregnancy foods? There are plenty of good healthy foods that you should make every attempt to include in your diet when you are pregnant. And these foods are great before and after pregnancy as well? How to Keep Your Diet During Pregnancy in Balance For a ...
Views: 1176 - The Best Fat Loss Plans for Postpartum Moms - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosThe nine months just flew by and now you are rocking your new bundle of joy to sleep. You are happy that you have given birth to a healthy baby, but are aware that your body has gone through drastic changes. While you know that it’s just “baby weight,” you can’t help but peruse the various fat ...
Views: 2257 - *** Watching TV Can Make You Fat - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosWatching TV can definitely make anyone fat. No, not just because it is a sedentary activity, but because the information most commercials are giving is extremely misleading and really confusing, to say the least. Most people who know me, know I am not a TV watcher. Actually, I don’t even ...
Views: 1339(3 votes) - *** The Truth About Cholesterol - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosI am going to let you in on something shocking. Cholesterol is not the major culprit in heart disease. I know this may be hard to believe after all we have heard about the dangers of high cholesterol from our doctors, and the media. But the truth is, it is not the cholesterol levels themselves ...
Views: 1302(3 votes) - *** The Real Truth Behind Organic Foods - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosMany people are unaware of what organic food really is. It seems that everywhere we go now, someone is promoting something that is "organic". Are these foods worth your time and money? It almost seems like some people are afraid of organic food. Could this be possible? Are people afraid ...
Views: 1163(2 votes) - *** The Best Diet: A Great Lesson from a Caveman - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosWhat is one thing cavemen knew much better than we know now? How to survive in the wild? Yes. But more importantly, they knew how to survive in the healthiest way possible. There were no diet programs in those days nor were there shelves full of diet books. What cavemen knew instinctively ...
Views: 989(2 votes) - *** The Best Diet is NO Diet at All - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosAs a nutritionist, the most common question I get daily is “What is the Best Diet to follow?” My answer is always the same and one that shocks many people. “The best diet to follow is to follow NO diet at all.” How could any nutritionist wanting to promote health tell you not to follow a ...
Views: 1760(3 votes) - *** Overeating Nutritious Food - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosMike Geary, author of best selling book "Truth About Abs" experiments with intense overeating on himself "I wanted to see if I could actually GAIN unwanted body fat by eating as much food as I wanted for 6 weeks straight. My theory was that if you eat the right types of food and don't stray ...
Views: 1038(2 votes) - *** Make A Healthy Body Your Number One Priority - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosIf you are like every other yo-yo dieter out there, chances are you have started and stopped several diet plans with no success. The first week is easy. You’re full of excitement. You tell yourself “this time will be different.” The second week is ok, a little harder than the first but you’re ...
Views: 943(2 votes) - *** Is Whole Wheat Bread Fattening? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosPeople often think they are doing something healthy for themselves by switching their white bread for whole wheat bread. Although this is a better option than white, whole wheat bread can still be preventing you from losing your unwanted weight. I am not a big fan of bread or bread type ...
Views: 4134(2 votes) - *** Is There Such a Thing as Cheap Organic Food? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosAre Organic foods really worth their, sometimes, high prices? Is there any way to make organic eating affordable? Many times people's biggest resistance to buying organic is the higher price. But there are ways to make organic eating cheaper and much more affordable for you and your family. ...
Views: 983(2 votes) - *** Is Milk Really Healthy? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosIs milk really necessary for an effective weight loss plan? Do we have to drink our milk each day to get a sufficient amount of calcium? The answer to both of these questions is NO. We do not need to drink milk as part of a healthy weight loss plan or to obtain a healthy amount of calcium ...
Views: 1101(2 votes) - *** Is a Low Sodium Diet Necessary for Good Health? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosContrary to popular belief, you do not have to give up all salt in order to maintain optimum health. The right kind of salt should be an integral part of everyone's healthy eating plan, even those with high blood pressure. Here are the real facts about Salt: The human body cannot survive ...
Views: 1416(2 votes) - *** How to Reduce Your Risk for Heart Disease the Natural Way - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosAre you one of the millions of people that is suffering from heart disease or even worse? Have already experienced a heart attack. These days it’s difficult not to meet someone who is either suffering from heart disease, has had a heart attack or has been told they are at risk for heart ...
Views: 1021(2 votes) - *** How Does Sleep Affect Fat Loss? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosCan being sleep deprived cause you to gain weight? Yes! Many people don't realize the many health implications of sleep deprivation. It may even be hindering your fat loss efforts. How does sleep (or sleep deprivation) affect your weight loss efforts? Here are just a few reasons why ...
Views: 1479(3 votes) - *** How Artificial Sweeteners Are Making You Fat - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosIn my practice as a nutritionist and personal trainer, new clients are always coming to me telling me they are doing everything they are “supposed” to be doing, but still, do not lose weight. Of course, this is frustrating. Losing weight is hard enough, and to change your eating habits and still ...
Views: 1667(2 votes) - *** Healthy Tips for Your Children - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosChildhood obesity has now become a worldwide problem. More and more children these days are suffering the same symptoms and diseases that were once only seen in adults; heart disease, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes, to name just a few. The good news and the bad news is that our ...
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