Thursday, August 26, 2010

About Weight Loss: Fight the Freshman 15

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From Jennifer R. Scott, your Guide to Weight Loss
Freshman year at college is many students' first taste of real freedom. With this new freedom comes a peril: Eating your way to the dreaded "freshman 15" (or 20). This week's articles will help you find some practical ways to avoid this common problem.

Fight the Freshman 15
Many students gain weight their first year or so in college. Let's take a look at some ways to deal with this less-than-favorable aspect of higher education.

Healthy Dorm Snacks List
Got the munchies? Just print out this handy checklist, take it with you on your next supply run and stock up on these healthy dorm snacks.

College Cafeteria Quick Guide
Avoid a cafeteria catastrophe: Ignore the cheese sticks and hamburgers! Here's a quick guide to healthy college cafeteria food choices.

"Smart Swap!": Wendy's
"Smart Swaps!" are simple ways for you to make switches among the foods you already enjoy -- and at restaurants you already visit -- to cut major calories. Try this switch the next time you visit Wendy's.

 


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Thursday, August 19, 2010

About Weight Loss: Take Your Diet to the Skies

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From Jennifer R. Scott, your Guide to Weight Loss
Healthy airplane snacks aren't as difficult to come by as they used to be, but if you find yourself using an airline that hasn't improved their offerings, these tips to smart in-the-skies snacking will help you stay on track.

Healthy Airplane Snacks
Hopping a flight out of town? Take your diet up, up and away by packing or planning healthy airplane snacks.

Friends and Overeating: The More the Merrier?
Could a night out with your pals lead to you to eat more than you realize? Research shows you munch more when you're mingling with your mates!

"Have Your Say!": A Tax on Obesity?
The German government is considering placing a tax on obesity. What do you think about this issue? Post your comments or vote in our poll.

"Saturday Smart Swap!": Taco Bell
Taco Bell is one of my favorite fast food eateries, but it can be super-tough to keep your calorie count in check there. Here's one simple switch that helps.

 


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Thursday, August 12, 2010

About Weight Loss: Takeout Quick Guides

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From Jennifer R. Scott, your Guide to Weight Loss
Too hot and steamy in the kitchen to turn on the oven? It's time to pull out those takeout menus. Believe it or not, you can enjoy all your favorite ethnic eateries without blowing your diet. Our Takeout Quick Guides will show you how!

Takeout Quick Guides
From Chinese to Italian to Indian cuisines, we've got the smart choices to order up (and the not-so-smart choices to give the boot!) for your next trip to your favorite ethnic takeout restaurant.

Our Latest Quick Tips
Forget following strict diets or only eating certain food groups. It's the small changes you can make on a daily basis that will lead to ultimate weight-loss success. Why not try these tried-and-true tips today?

"Have Your Say!": Review The South Beach Diet
The South Beach Diet is one of the most popular diet plans of all time, but that doesn't mean it's right for everybody. If you have tried the plan, we want you to share your review.

"Smart Swap!": Pick a Pie
Nothing's more American than apple pie. Pie may be a calorie-buster unless enjoyed in moderation, but the good news is, pies can actually have some plus points!

 


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