Targeted Fat Loss: Lose Back Fat, Love Handles & Muffin Tops

Targeted exercises can help you lose stubborn back fat, love handles, and armpit fat. Discover the most effective gym classes like Zumba and at-home routines designed to trim your waist and thighs.

What Causes Females to Have Excess Belly Fat?

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Ashley Miller

Excess belly fat is a common problem for many women. Clinically known as visceral fat, excess belly fat increases your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some forms of cancer.

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How to Get Rid of an Obsession of Love

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Ashley Miller

Romantic obsessions and feelings of dependency often go hand in hand. Sometimes, obsession is the result of unrequited love, according to Susan Peabody in her book, "Addiction to Love: Overcoming Obsession and Dependency in Relationships." Or you may secretly long for someone to be dependent upon.

Ashley Miller is a licensed social worker, psychotherapist, certified Reiki practitioner, yoga enthusiast and aromatherapist. She has also worked as an employee assistance program counselor and a substance-abuse professional. Miller holds a Master of Social Work and has extensive training in mental health diagnosis, as well as child and adolescent psychotherapy. She also has a bachelor's degree in music.