Exercise to Reduce Stress

Exercise to Reduce Stress

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

by Sandra Petersen Perhaps you have too many projects at work and too little time to accomplish them. Maybe you are worrying over heavy financial debt. Stress seems an unavoidable part of life. The good news is that moderate regular exercise can reduce the effects of stress on the body….

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How a Food Journal Can Help Your Diet

How a Food Journal Can Help Your Diet

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

by Rita Chaney Keeping a food journal may be the best-kept secret to dieting successfully. What exactly is a food journal? What should you include in your food journal? Personalize your journal by including the elements you need to experience successful weight loss or maintenance. Food journals are helpful to…

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Buddy Up For Dieting Success

Buddy Up For Dieting Success

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

Having a partner when you are dieting and exercising is not only enjoyable, but also will increase your chances for success. Each person provides positive reinforcement to the other. When one is down, the other provides inspiration and words of encouragement. In addition to the positive reinforcement, a spirit of…

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Learn to Love Your Body at Any Size

Learn to Love Your Body at Any Size

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

Learning to love your body is crucial. From magazine ads to music videos, women are barraged by images of stick-figure women who are far from the norm. If a woman is not a size 4, she may consider herself overweight and strive to obtain a body image that’s unachievable. These…

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