Why do Women Snack in Secret?
A recent study has shown that one third women snack in secret, keeping their eating habits away from their partners and friends. One of the main reasons for the secrecy is apparently embarrassment about the type of food they eat, and the amount of snacks that they consume. And two thirds of those even keep […]
Thought of Obesity problem in US?
Today we have seen reports from researchers that the obesity problem in the US may be much worse than originally thought. They said using the Body Mass Index or BMI to determine obesity was flawed and under-estimated the issue. Their study, published in the journal PLoS One, said up to 39% of people who were not […]
Beautiful is not underweight?
In recent years, much attention has been paid to how women are portrayed in the media, whether it’s an overly airbrushed magazine model with an impossibly slim waist, or a TV starlet with protruding collar bones. “Beautiful is not underweight,” says Rachel Adato, one of the creators of the bill in Israel, which forbids use […]
Self-Esteem or Weight Loss among Teen Girls!
Obese white teenage girls who lose weight may benefit physically, but the weight change does not guarantee they are going to feel better about themselves, according to a Purdue University study. “Obese black and white teenage girls who transitioned out of obesity, continued to see themselves as fat, despite changes in their relative body mass,” […]
Hunger Hormones make you fat!
Why can’t an alcoholic stop drinking? Why can’t a smoker stop smoking? It’s the same with an overweight to reduce weight as the person is always hungry and wanting food. Constant craving Marilyn Walsh, a 38-year-old housewife from London, was unsuccessful to reduce her weight through dieting. What is different about people like Marilyn? Dr […]
Green Coffee Beans aid Weight Loss?
Ground green coffee beans taken daily; seem to spur steady weight loss, according to new research. Scientists report striking new evidence that green or unroasted, coffee beans can produce a substantial decrease in body weight in a relatively short period of time. In a study presented at the 243rd National Meeting & Exposition of the […]
Black Women have risk of gaining extra pounds?
The heavier a woman is, the greater her risk of dying early, than her normal-weight peers. Carrying extra weight, especially around the middle, is a risk factor for death among black women. The risk of death increases incrementally with rising body mass index (BMI). Once women are above normal weight, they have an increased risk […]
Underweight Models – Not in Israel!
Underweight models from catwalks and commercials, have been banned in Israel by lawmakers, a measure they hope will reduce eating disorders and promote a healthy body image. The law says women and men cannot be hired for modelling jobs unless a doctor stipulates they are not underweight, with a body mass index (BMI). Models in […]
Diet & Exercise with Personal Digital Assistant?
Dietary self-monitoring is considered the core of behavioural weight control programmes. As software for personal digital assistants has become more available, this study investigated whether the use of a Personal Digital Assistant would improve dietary self-monitoring. Overweight and obese adults who used an Electronic Diary Programme on a personal digital assistant did better at staying […]
How does Daily Food & Activity Diary help you?
Keeping a record of your daily food intake will help you stay on track when trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight and activity levels. It also will give your doctor or health care provider a quick way to check your progress. Known as ‘self-monitoring’, research shows people who keep track of what, […]
Weight vs.Fat vs. Shape = Your Wellness
Most of you have a desire to look better and feel better. If you successfully lose weight, you can definitely look better, feel better AND significantly prolong your life. Why lose weight? Physical reasons According to obesity specialist, Dr Steven Rose, ‘Someone who weighs at least 20% more than their ideal weight is classed as […]
Why calories are meaningless?
Eat Clean and Healthy for your Wellness, when you’ll be freed from calorie counting! You’ll remain healthy and lean, whereby you’ll be freed from being concerned about your weight. There have never been lower calorie and low fat products in the supermarkets, with some “light” products doubling their market share every year, yet you have […]
Why is Obesity rising in Primary School leavers in England?
Obesity or overweight among children about to leave primary schools is rising, according to official figures from the school measurement programme. More than 1 million children were weighed and measured during the 2011/12 school year in the reception class and in year 6, the last year before they move to secondary school. The figures show […]
A town called Irony
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council want a clean town. Through the ‘Love Where You Live’ initiative, they are hoping to encourage residents to keep the streets litter free and enjoy living in a clean town. They will do this by handing out vouchers to McDonald’s – to a demographic where one in four people are […]
Are you Underweight?
Your body mass index calculator can help you find out if you’re underweight. Many things affect your health, but people whose body weight is within a certain range tend to live the longest and enjoy the best health. Those who are underweight are below this range, which means their health could be at risk. What’s […]