The influencers: Payal Kadakia, Anna Victoria, Britney Vest, Lita Lewis, Cassey Ho

#ImPerfection: A Roundtable Discussion About Body Acceptance

Body image is having its big moment on social media. Women (as well as men) of all shapes and sizes have been posting unfiltered images of themselves — stretch marks, belly rolls and all — on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat and Instagram.

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A 4-Week Guide to Building Stronger Legs

Use this guide to working the muscles you too often ignore and you’ll have the complete playbook for building a winning body. Here are three key components to your best leg day ever.

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Calories in Chips & Guacamole

Although tortilla chips and guacamole are based on healthy ingredients — grain and avocado — the combination of these finished foods is not necessarily healthy. Chips and guacamole can be a high-calorie way to start your meal, so balance your meal carefully.

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Alaska Roll

Nutrition Information for Alaskan Rolls

Sushi is a Japanese food made from rice, fish, seaweed and other ingredients. Different ingredients produce different rolls, such as the California roll and Alaskan roll. According to the Sushi Sama website, the Alaskan roll includes avocado, imitation crab meat, rice, salmon and nori, which is toasted seaweed.

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Fresh baked croissants

How Many Calories Does a Costco Croissant Have?

Costco offers pre-packaged croissants in its stores. Croissants can be a breakfast option, snack or used for sandwiches. However, these croissants are high in calories and should be consumed in moderation. Costco croissants contain 339 calories per serving, notes [LIVESTRONG's MyPlate calorie tracker app](https://www.

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Calories in Mexican Cheese Dip

Although salsa is often associated with tortilla chips, Mexican cheese dip — or queso — is a common side as well. While Mexican cheese dip is not the healthiest food choice, it does provide protein.

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juicy gourmet cheeseburger

Calories in a Bacon Cheeseburger

A bacon cheeseburger, commonly made with a hamburger patty, a slice of cheese and two to three slices of bacon on a hamburger roll, is a delicious indulgence now and then. The calories in a bacon cheeseburger can really vary depending on what restaurant is preparing it or if it's homemade.

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fish sauce

Toasted Sesame Oil Vs. Sesame Oil

Sesame is an ancient cultivated plant that was pressed into oil in Assyria and Babylon at least 4,000 years ago. Seeds have a high oil content; they are 50 percent oil and 25 percent protein. The protein pulp remaining after oil production is used for animal feed.

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Can I Get Rid of Fat Feet?

If you're having trouble fitting into that cute pair of shoes that once fit so well, your first instinct may be to blame your so-called "fat feet." Through a regular exercise and weight-loss program, it is possible to get rid of the excess fat that you may be carrying on your feet.

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10 CrossFit Myths Debunked

Whether or not you’ve ever tried CrossFit you’ve probably wondered: “Is it as bad – or as good – as it sounds?” Whether positive or negative – myths and mistruths about CrossFit abound.

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10 Good-for-You Dips and Spreads for the Big Game Gathering

Friendly gatherings are often associated with scrumptious spreads and dips, many of which may be unfriendly for your hips. So whether you’re hosting or attending a casual party or game-day gathering, you’ll want to whip up one (or more!) of these better-for-you recipes.

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5 Ab Exercises You Can Do Standing

It's not always possible to work out on the floor, but there are plenty of effective and challenging ab-strengthening exercises you can do while standing. Here are five of the best.

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Easy Swaps to Slim Down Super Bowl Sunday

Even though the Super Bowl isn’t officially a national holiday in the U.S., Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest day of the year in snack-food consumption and second only to Thanksgiving in overall food consumption.

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