Weight Loss Strategies: Calorie Burn, Dieting & Fitness Plans

Sustainable weight management is achieved through calorie deficit strategies, metabolic endocrine support, and high-intensity exercise routines.

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High-Protein, Low-Carb, 1000-Calorie Diet

Eating 1,000 calories per day is not enough for men and women, except under a doctor's supervision. Aim for 1,200 to 1,500 calories or more per day for healthy weight loss.

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Side Effects of the Paleo Diet

Paleo diets focus on foods that Paleolithic man caught or gathered: free-range meat, eggs, seafood, vegetables, fruits, seeds and nuts.

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Metformin for PCOS & Weight Loss

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition caused by an over-production of the luteinizing hormone from the pituitary gland. This over-production causes a hormonal imbalance in estrogen, progesterone and insulin.

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How Many Calories Are Burned on a Stepper?

A stepper is a piece of stationary cardiovascular equipment that is available in most gyms and also for purchase for home use. It mimics walking up a set of stairs, which will quickly elevate your heart rate and therefore cause you to burn a significant number of calories.

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Copper IUDs & Weight Loss

The copper IUD sold in the United States under the name Paragard is a highly-effective, hormone-free method of birth control. An IUD is a plastic, T-shaped device that is inserted into and removed from the uterus by a health care provider.

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The Best Step Workout Videos

Step aerobics has been around since the late 1980s. It differs from other forms of aerobic exercise because it involves use of an elevated platform, or aerobic step. The height can be adjusted to meet individual needs by inserting risers under the step.

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How to Lose Weight in the Breasts & Back Area

Extra pounds in your chest and the resulting bulge around the back of your bra line can cause sore shoulders, slouching and back pain. You may also be self-conscious when the extra fat rolls show through fitted clothing.

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How to Destroy Belly Fat in Eight Weeks

Eight weeks is an ambitious time frame to see the results of a lifestyle change, and, in some cases, it's not enough time to completely destroy your belly fat. Work hard for eight weeks, though, and you'll likely see some noticeable results, even if you don't completely meet your goal during that time.

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Tomatoes to Lose Weight

The foods you chose to eat when dieting make a difference in how successful you are. Generally accepted guidelines from doctors such as those at the National Institutes of Health include avoiding trans fats, eating fewer processed foods, limiting saturated fats and reducing the amount of refined sugar you eat.

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Is a Loss of 3 Lbs. per Week Healthy?

Being overweight isn’t uncommon in America. More than one in three adults are considered obese, and even more fall into the overweight category. A body mass index, or BMI, of 30 or higher defines a person as obese. Losing the weight takes hard work and dedication; there’s no simple solution.

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Diet to Lose 10 Pounds in 4 Weeks

Losing 10 lbs. in four weeks takes discipline and a strict diet. The foods you eat reflect the number that is revealed when you step on the scale. It takes more than a workout to keep a steady weight loss.

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How to Lose 30 Pounds in 5 Months

Thirty pounds of weight loss in 5 months can be accomplished by following a cardio, strength training and restricted-calorie diet, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). You can break down 5 months into 20 weeks to track your progress.

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How to Lose Weight After 55

Getting and staying in shape after the age of 55 can be very difficult, but it is not impossible. Habits are ingrained at that point in life, and few people really want to do the work to change those habits. You may say you want to do it, but actually making the effort is a huge commitment.

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The Common Cold & Weight Loss

The common cold can lead to slight weight loss because of a loss of appetite. On the other hand, a certain type of cold virus might lead to weight gain. More than 200 different viruses are known to cause the symptoms of the common cold.

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Why Do You Feel Cold When You Lose Weight?

Achieving a healthy weight improves your quality of life and makes you feel good about yourself. But you may notice you have less tolerance for cold environments and always reach for a cardigan or jacket -- even when others seem comfortable.

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Ways for a Teen to Lose Weight in a Week

One week isn't a long time--certainly not enough to lose large amounts of weight. But teens looking to lose weight quickly, whether it be for the prom, spring break or for any reason, often stand a better shot of shedding multiple pounds in that span than do adults.

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Ketosis & Late Menstrual Cycle

Ketosis occurs when a person is deprived of dietary carbohydrates, causing the body to burn glycogen and fat stores for energy. This can lead to rapid weight loss, which may cause late or missed periods in some women. If you are experiencing ketosis and your period is much later than usual, consult your doctor.

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Does Running Help Slim Down Your Legs?

Running is an aerobic exercise that promotes healthy cardiovascular function by working large muscle groups in your legs, hips and arms. Regular aerobic activity is one part of an effective weight loss program.

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Does Lexapro Increase Appetite or Slow Metabolism?

Lexapro is a prescription medication used to treat depression and anxiety. Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, or SSRI, and works on the serotonin neurotransmitter. Like many other antidepressants, Lexapro seems to cause weight gain as a side effect.

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Does Fish Oil Help You Lose Belly Fat?

If you are suffering from excess belly fat, you may want to increase your fish oil intake. Fish oils contain a fatty acid known as omega-3 which cannot be produced by the body and must therefore be taken in through food.

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