What Is the Protein Power Diet?

 What Is the Protein Power Diet?The popularity of low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets is not as high as it was years ago when Protein Power graced the New York Times best-seller list for over a year. However, low-carb, high-protein diets continue to offer weight loss options.Written by a married couple of MDs, Michael R. and Mary Dan Eades, the book promises that you will "feel fit and boost your health -- in just weeks!" The cover includes praise from one of their diet-expert-author competitors, Barry Sears,...

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Most experts draw the line at 1,200

 Most experts draw the line at 1,200 calories as the minimum needed for adequate nutrition, and say that dieters should not dip below this number unless they're under a physician's care."Any time you severely lower your calories, it is strongly recommended to consult your doctor to avoid potential complications," says Carolyn O'Neil, MS, RD.American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Constance Brown-Riggs, MSEd, RD, agrees that the Medifast diet should be done with the approval or under the supervision of your health care provider. She says...

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Healthy 'n Tasty Back-to-School Lunches

It’s time to head back to school! Whether it’s you or your children heading back to school, it’s the perfect time to think about planning healthy meals. Healthy meals improve concentration, keep energy levels up and help control weight. Read on for ideas, recipes and tips that will mesh with your and your family’s busy lifestyle. So make it a family affair and be healthy together!Why Pack It? • According to the National Restaurant Association, about 60% of people consume a commercially prepared lunch at least once a week and almost 25%...

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Take Advantage Of Fitness Freebies For Students

EDITOR'S NOTE: Please welcome college post-graduate student Kristina Maury to our blooming family of featured bloggers. Kristina, a first-year law student at Harvard will entertain and inform us on keeping fit and eating well while at school.When you’re paying thousands of dollars a year for college, you want to make sure to take advantage of everything your school has to offer. Most universities allow students to utilize its gym facilities...

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10 Fast, Flavorful Grab 'n Go Breakfasts

ou may be tempted to skip breakfast, but that’s a shame because of all the wonderful benefits breakfast offers.And, it couldn’t be easier. I’ll show you how with 10 great grab 'n go breakfasts!First, examine your breakfast habits: How many days out of the week do you eat breakfast? Hopefully your answer is everyday! However, if you skip breakfast frequently, try asking yourself why.Is it because you are not hungry in the morning or you don’t have time? Or, is it because you think breakfast will make you hungry the rest of the day or because...

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Pack Your Lunch!

 Bring A Lunch And Eat Better “Brown-bagging” it for lunch isn’t just for children! Brown bag lunches can be exciting, tasty and easy. Furthermore, you are more likely to eat healthier and save money when you prepare your own lunch. Fuel your body with exciting flavors and nutrients with the following ideas and alternatives.Brown Bag Basics:• Include “color” by adding fruits or vegetables to your lunch.• Include a low-fat source of calcium such as light yogurt, low-fat milk or soy milk, low-fat cottage cheese or lower-fat cheese.• Include...

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Easter Basket Makeover

What's in Your Easter Basket?An egg here, a handful there, a little candy at the office – you know how it goes! Just look at how a little Easter candy can add up! Keeping candy out of sight and out of mind will help you avoid the temptation. This doesn’t mean you have to avoid all candy -you can still enjoy Easter candy in moderation. Try having a designated candy spot in your house and plan a piece or two into you day. Just as you manage your kid’s candy intake – set the same rules for yourself.Before you fill the Easter basekts, arm yourself...

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