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Ancient Diet Techniques for Modern Times

by Susan Patterson

Dieting is as old as mankind.  Even though many prefer to stay on top of new diet trends and follow the diet of the day, many older dieting techniques can help you lose weight.  The Mediterranean eating habits remain a favorite among health care professionals, but there is the Jerusalem Diet and the Hawaiian Diet.  Fasting was practiced for health as well as religious reasons.  All these lifestyle changes are as valid today as they were when initially practiced.  Let’s explore them and find one that may work for you.

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Trying to Lose Weight And Over 60? Don’t Forget To Exercise

 by Susan Patterson
Everyone knows that a healthy diet combined with moderate exercise is the cornerstone of any weight loss program.  There’s no magic pill or wand, no special food, and no particular body movement that will make the pounds melt away without effort.  Dieting without exercise is futile.  But what many people don’t realize is how crucial exercise is when people age 60 and above attempt to lose weight.

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The Worst Breakfast Foods to Eat

 by Susan Patterson
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so it’s crucial to fuel your body with the proper energy to get you motivated.  Many of us are guilty of eating on the run, which results in poor food choices that could find us snacking on junk food only a couple of hours later.  Staying educated about the best food choices for breakfast ensures that you’ll do the right thing as a habit, even when you’re on automatic pilot in the morning.

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