More a concept than a specific weight-loss plan, the Rotation Diet is a plan whereby whole foods (healthy carbohydrates, fats and proteins) are consumed usually on a four-day cycle. Dairy, wheat, gluten, eggs, sugar, yeast, coffee, alcohol, dried fruits, soda and other common contributors to food allergies are eliminated. Followers…
The most prominent forms of soy are tofu, soymilk, soy flour, textured soy protein, tempeh and miso. They can be used as substitutes in recipes that are normally made with some sort of animal protein. To favorably impact heart health, the Food and Drug Administration recommends 25 grams of soy…
Having treated patients with things ranging from high cholesterol to HIV, Esther is fully aware of the importance of healthy habits in treating deblitating diseases. Rather than focus on one specific ailment, she treats the whole person with healthy eating, physical activity, supplements and much more. While some diets are…
Unlike the promise of quick fixes or overnight successes like other fly-by-night plans, Jenny Craig calls for a more objective approach to dieting that upholds three main concepts: a good relationship with food, an active lifestyle and a balanced approach to living. Jenny Craig provides each member with a well-rounded…
The principles of the Total Health Makeover are simple enough. Read nutrition labels — Bypass any products with chemicals, additives and preservatives. Reduce intake of red meat — Cut out beef, pork, lamb and venison, and replace it with chicken, turkey and fish. Reduce dairy intake — Say farewell to…
And for those who do not have access to the internet, there are Lean For Life books, DVDs and CDs available to buy. The Lean for Life program was developed based on 35 years of treatments at their weight control clinics. The Lean for Life gurus promise to allow dieters…
In other words, you are not going to be able to lose pounds until you differentiate your lifestyle: the way you feel, the way you think and the way you react to food. With the 7 keys, you will get a healthy dose of self-awareness. His main components include stress:…
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…
Unlike other programs that outlaw whole food groups, Weight Watchers lays the groundwork to help you make wise choices, integrate physical activity into your life and stay at your goal weight. A recent study shows that people who attend Weight Watchers meetings are three times more likely to lose weight…
An offshoot of the Lady of America Franchise Corporation, there are morethan 450 Lady of America, Ladies Workout Express, Workout Express and Health Clubs of America fitness centers in 45 states and 9 countries. LadiesWorkout Express uses a circuit-training approach to help women get inshape. Each Ladies Workout Express circuit…