According to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than 30 percent of Americans are obese (defined as having a BMI rating of 30 or more). That equates to roughly 90 million people. Unfortunately, the knowledge of this statistic alone is not sufficient enough to create a positive trend…
The striking BEFORE and AFTER photos speak volumes – they are evidence that the transition from gluttonous to gorgeous can be accomplished with Phillip’s rigorous plan. If you are up for the challenge, you even have the opportunity to compete in the annual Body For Life challenge, which gives up…
Working out without seeing any results? It could be you’re not doing the right kind of exercise for your body. By identifying and understanding your body type, you can devise an effective exercise program that works for you. Endomorphs, Ectomorphs and Mesomorphs Exercise science has identified three main categories of…
There’s nothing more disheartening than being diagnosed with a debilitating disease. As we get older, we’re more susceptible to chronic ailments such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and much more. And once you’re diagnosed with one of these conditions, then you may be at risk for others. For example, people…
Conquering food cravings is vital to the success of your diet and weight-loss plan. No matter what diet plan you are on, you will inevitably face cravings. Everything seems to be going along smoothly; you’re doing great on your diet plan, and then you have a bad day or go…
Come on baby, light my fiber! The benefits of fiber are far reaching. Fiber is probably one of those buzzwords you have heard a million times, but you really don’t know what it is, where it comes from and why it matters to you. Dietary fiber, also known as roughage,…
Organic cosmetics such as lotions, oils, shampoos, soaps and makeup have natural ingredients that are allegedly free of pesticides. For example, the fruit and flowers that comprise the ingredients in shampoo, such as berries, shea and other plant-based products, must be grown and harvested as organic food is. A label…
Regardless of your age, you may have heard the buzz about facial peels and microdermabrasion. It sounds painful, but what’s the real story behind these spa mainstays? And is it safe? There are two ways to undergo the processes: at home or administered by a certified esthetician in a spa,…
By Theresa DeLay – DietsInReview.com For some, following the Zodiac is a way of life. Whether a sun sign or a water sign, you can chock up a lot about who you are, and how are others are, based on when you were born and the alignment of the sun,…
As many as one in 14 women is a victim of stalking, and a whopping 3.4 million people reported being stalked during a 12-month period between 2005 and 2006. With overwhelming statistics like that, it’s likely that you or someone you know will be stalked during your life. It’s important…