For several decades, founder Barry Sears tried to develop a system to restore hormonal balance to the body. The Zone is his answer. This calorie-restrictive plan is a balance of low-density carbohydrates (40%), adequate protein (30%) and essential fats (30%). Rich in vitamins and minerals, food is used as a…
Even if an individual is not a diabetic, blood sugar imbalances can cause havoc on a life. The 30-Day Solution provides a well-rounded approach to eating in a healthy manner, stress reduction and fitness. The meal plan calls for whole grains and five to nine servings of fruit and vegetables…
Fasts, which typically last a single day to five days, substitute fruit and vegetable juices in place of all solid foods. These juices must be all-natural, free of sugar, salt and additives. Proponents recommend using organic juices as a source. Choose from celery, carrot, kale, apple, pineapple, cabbage and spinach…
Bowflex, which uses NFL player Brett Favre to tout the products on its site, has been a staple on the informercial circuit for years. But does it really produce results? According to testimonials, the answer is a resounding “yes.” Bowflex clients boast of pounds and inches lost. Bowflex was created…
Because so many expecting moms do not have the right guidance when it comes to prenatal nutrition, they find themselves at a loss as to what to eat. While doctors discourage pregnant women to diet, there is no reason women should not eat sensibly. Babyfit.com is proud to be the…
Once upon a time, this popular weight-loss supplement was branded with the scarlet “e” – as in ephedra, the dangerous substance that was banned by the Food and Drug Administration. In accordance with the ruling, today’s Hydroxycut is free of the controversial herb. The use of Ephedra has been linked…
According to their website, the diet lessens the chance of diabetes, obesity, heart disease, hypertension, renal illness and other ailments. There is actually a Rice Diet Clinic in Durham, North Carolina supervised by a staff of doctors, dietitians and nurses. Anyone interested in following the program without checking into the…
Although it changes from one center to another, counselors may either be trained in the field of nutrition or they might be former LA Weight Loss members who work off commission. Before an individual can be a member, they fill out a medical questionnaire and undergo blood work. If there…
From celebrities like Nelly Furtado to the average Jane who wants to shed those post-pregnancy pounds, the Abs Diet for Women is for all women. Unlike the original Abs Diet, the Abs Diet for Women has guidelines for calorie counting, following a vegetarian lifestyle and dealing with hormonal problems that…