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Friday, May 24, 2013
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41. Smart Substitutions For Your Foods
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Many people associate losing weight with deprivation. The reality is -- you're on a diet; you're not dead. In other words, you can still enjoy modified versions of your favorite foods. You won't believe how much you can actually save in fat and calories while still satisfying your cravings. It's simply a matter of making mini changes. Got milk? A cup of the full fat kind will cost you 160 calories and 8 grams of fat, while the skim... Read More
Many people associate losing weight with deprivation. The reality is -- you're on a diet; you're not dead. In other words, you can still enjoy modified versions of your favorite foods. You won't believe how much you can actually save in fat and calories while still satisfying your cravings. It's simply a matter of making mini changes. Got milk? A cup of the full fat kind will cost you 160 calories and 8 grams of fat, while the skim... Read More
42. Butter That Won't Pack on the Pounds
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You're in the mood for toast, but a tablespoon of butter just isn't going to do it this morning... or any morning. That's because a tablespoon of butter will set you back 102 calories and 11.5 grams of fat (7.3 grams saturated fat). Not such a great to start the morning off light is it? There are some healthier alternatives that will help you in your quest to spread yourself thin. Instead of traditional butter, enjoy apple... Read More
You're in the mood for toast, but a tablespoon of butter just isn't going to do it this morning... or any morning. That's because a tablespoon of butter will set you back 102 calories and 11.5 grams of fat (7.3 grams saturated fat). Not such a great to start the morning off light is it? There are some healthier alternatives that will help you in your quest to spread yourself thin. Instead of traditional butter, enjoy apple... Read More
43. Easy Ways to Boost HDL
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It's common knowledge that high cholesterol is a major health hazard. But how many people take into consideration good cholesterol? Good cholesterol, known as HDL, helps fight against heart disease. According to research, HDL cholesterol is made up of protein, lipids and cholesterol. The HDL drives out the LDL, also known as bad cholesterol. In men, healthy HDL levels range from 40 to 50 mg/dL; an average woman ranges from 50 to 60... Read More
It's common knowledge that high cholesterol is a major health hazard. But how many people take into consideration good cholesterol? Good cholesterol, known as HDL, helps fight against heart disease. According to research, HDL cholesterol is made up of protein, lipids and cholesterol. The HDL drives out the LDL, also known as bad cholesterol. In men, healthy HDL levels range from 40 to 50 mg/dL; an average woman ranges from 50 to 60... Read More
44. Less Fat = More Pounds
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Nothing in life is free, even those fat-free foods. For many dieters, the fat-free trap is a real danger. People falsely assume that the "free" implies it's a free for all, a license to eat all you want. But that's hardly the case. {relatedarticles}Although a product may be low in fat , it is also supplemented with excess sugar and calories to maintain that satisfying taste. That... Read More
Nothing in life is free, even those fat-free foods. For many dieters, the fat-free trap is a real danger. People falsely assume that the "free" implies it's a free for all, a license to eat all you want. But that's hardly the case. {relatedarticles}Although a product may be low in fat , it is also supplemented with excess sugar and calories to maintain that satisfying taste. That... Read More
45. The Food Fountain of Youth
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There's no magic bullet to ward off the effects that the years have on your mind, skin and body, but you can slow the hands of time by eating the right foods. Lack of exercise, smoking and a poor diet all contribute to aging prematurely, but these are all factors that you can control. Increase activity, stop smoking and eat a healthy diet, and you just may turn back the hands of time. Adding foods that are rich in antioxidants,... Read More
There's no magic bullet to ward off the effects that the years have on your mind, skin and body, but you can slow the hands of time by eating the right foods. Lack of exercise, smoking and a poor diet all contribute to aging prematurely, but these are all factors that you can control. Increase activity, stop smoking and eat a healthy diet, and you just may turn back the hands of time. Adding foods that are rich in antioxidants,... Read More
46. Not All Fats Are Created Equal
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Fats have gotten a bad rap over the years. However, all fats are not creative equal. There are good fats and bad fats. The first step is identifying which fats are which. Saturated fats kick up total blood cholesterol, along with the LDL or bad cholesterol. These are found in animal products like meat, dairy and eggs, and trans fats found in processed foods such as fries, chips,... Read More
Fats have gotten a bad rap over the years. However, all fats are not creative equal. There are good fats and bad fats. The first step is identifying which fats are which. Saturated fats kick up total blood cholesterol, along with the LDL or bad cholesterol. These are found in animal products like meat, dairy and eggs, and trans fats found in processed foods such as fries, chips,... Read More
47. What's So Bad About LDL?
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Cholesterol has become a huge buzzword among physicians who are constantly warning their patients about the dangers of high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol contributes to hardening of the arteries. Essentially it can lead to heart disease, which is the top killer of adults in the United States. Total cholesterol should be no higher than 200 mg/dL. LDL levels should not exceed 100 mg/dL. But what makes for "good" and "bad"... Read More
Cholesterol has become a huge buzzword among physicians who are constantly warning their patients about the dangers of high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol contributes to hardening of the arteries. Essentially it can lead to heart disease, which is the top killer of adults in the United States. Total cholesterol should be no higher than 200 mg/dL. LDL levels should not exceed 100 mg/dL. But what makes for "good" and "bad"... Read More
48. Fat Alert: Drop the Muffins, Man!
[DIET&FITNESS]
Beware of the muffin. For years people have assumed that muffins are a healthy, diet-friendly option. When presented with the choice between a donut, a bagel or a muffin, they'll opt for the latter, thinking it's the best move for their waistline. However, that isn't the case. Some muffins come with a heavy price in terms of fat, calories and sugar. In fact, they're about as healthy as a piece of cake, a brownie or other sweet... Read More
Beware of the muffin. For years people have assumed that muffins are a healthy, diet-friendly option. When presented with the choice between a donut, a bagel or a muffin, they'll opt for the latter, thinking it's the best move for their waistline. However, that isn't the case. Some muffins come with a heavy price in terms of fat, calories and sugar. In fact, they're about as healthy as a piece of cake, a brownie or other sweet... Read More
49. Eat Your Food Naked
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Lean, healthy salads, fish and chicken quickly turn into high-calorie indulgences with the addition of dressings and sauces. Particularly when you're dining out, order salad dressings and other sauces on the side. This way, you have control over how much or how little you add. When you order grilled fish or vegetables, ask that the food either be grilled without butter or oil or prepared "light," with as little oil or butter as possible.... Read More
Lean, healthy salads, fish and chicken quickly turn into high-calorie indulgences with the addition of dressings and sauces. Particularly when you're dining out, order salad dressings and other sauces on the side. This way, you have control over how much or how little you add. When you order grilled fish or vegetables, ask that the food either be grilled without butter or oil or prepared "light," with as little oil or butter as possible.... Read More
50. Great Health Benefits for Peanuts
[DIET&FITNESS]
They taste great shelled, boiled or smashed up into peanut butter, but peanuts tend to get a bad health rap. In reality, nuts are a healthful and sensible snack in moderation. They contain about 15 percent of your daily protein needs, plus folate, vitamin E, niacin, vitamin B6, and many other vitamins and minerals. Peanuts contain mainly polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which lower levels of bad cholesterol in the blood. These... Read More
They taste great shelled, boiled or smashed up into peanut butter, but peanuts tend to get a bad health rap. In reality, nuts are a healthful and sensible snack in moderation. They contain about 15 percent of your daily protein needs, plus folate, vitamin E, niacin, vitamin B6, and many other vitamins and minerals. Peanuts contain mainly polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which lower levels of bad cholesterol in the blood. These... Read More
