In 2007, Dr. Alwin C. Lewis published "Why Weight Around?," a book that encourages readers to follow the five-bite diet for weight-loss. Like many fad diets, this plan promises fast weight loss results, but the program has its share of flaws.
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Water retention and stomach bloating are two uncomfortable symptoms that everyone experiences from time to time. Their causes range from premenstrual syndrome to a poor diet, but the solution is the same. Simple lifestyle changes are all that's usually needed to beat bloating and fluid retention.
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Many pregnant women find that the term "morning sickness" is a bit of false advertising, because it can, unfortunately, strike at any time of the day - sometimes even all day or into the nighttime. Here's a rundown of why this happens and what you can expect.
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Between the childhood obesity epidemic and the pressure that many preteens feel to be thin, it's no surprise that many 12-year-olds are interested in dieting.
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After months of watching the number on the scale rise, some pregnant women are surprised to find that they actually lose weight in the last trimester rather than continue to gain.
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If you have access to a pool, moving your workouts into the water is a great way to burn belly fat. Not only are swimming and water aerobics great cardio exercises, every move you make in the pool challenges your muscles since the water creates constant resistance.
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There's truth behind the idea that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But if you're trying to lose weight, not all breakfasts are created equal. A morning meal that's rich in protein can help you lose weight by keeping you full, satisfied and less likely to overeat.
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Losing weight can be a struggle, so it's no surprise that many people are looking for shortcuts to help them slim down faster and easier. You may have heard that sitting in a steam room can help you lose weight. While there's some truth to this, it's not as promising as it sounds.
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You already know that eating better is a crucial part of losing weight. But with so much conflicting information about calories, fat, carbs, fiber and protein, it can be downright confusing to figure out exactly what to eat to slim down.
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Most people who shave experience skin irritation from time to time. This irritation may take different forms, but if your recently shaved skin has broken out in small white pimple-like bumps, you probably have folliculitis, which can affect people of all ages.
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Eating a balanced diet during pregnancy is one of the most important things you can do to give your baby a great start in life and keep you healthy, too. But with so many food choices out there and so many nutrients to take in, many women find pregnancy nutrition to be perplexing.
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Pregnancy can trigger outrageous food cravings, and one of the most common among pregnant women is a yearning for sweet treats. There's nothing wrong with enjoying sweets during pregnancy, but try to choose treats that provide essential nutrients in addition to satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Toddlers are notoriously picky eaters, but the situation can become even worse when children are cutting their molars and chewing becomes painful.
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Weaning from the breast is a different process for every child. Some babies wean themselves without any struggles before they've turned 1 year old; others show no signs of stopping even at age 2 or 3.
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If you just found out you're pregnant, you're probably anxious to do everything you can to keep your baby healthy--and avoid anything that might put him at risk. There are plenty of conflicting opinions about the safety of exercise during pregnancy and this can cause serious worry in fitness-minded moms-to-be.
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Almost every baby develops red bumps on his skin at some point and most parents are left to wonder what the cause might be. Red bumps on the chin can have any number of causes but they're usually harmless and will typically clear up on their own or with simple home treatment.
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Virtually all toddlers experience bouts of diarrhea, which can be caused by infections, food intolerance, parasites, antibiotics and even by drinking too much juice. Most cases of diarrhea are mild and can be treated in just a few days with home care.
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New parents are often surprised by the number of vaccines that pediatricians recommend during a baby’s first year of life. Most infants will receive multiple injections at each routine visit to the doctor. You might feel overwhelmed keeping track of which vaccinations your baby is receiving.
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One of the biggest benefits of using exercise to help you lose weight is that your options are virtually endless; you can choose from thousands of different activities that burn calories and improve your health. But with so many options, it's not always clear which form of exercise is best.
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Most fitness fanatics believe that cooling down after exercise is just as important as the workout itself. While a proper cool down can benefit your body, these benefits are often misunderstood among casual exercisers and fitness professionals alike.
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