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The Jerusalem Diet Takes a Different Approach
by Susan Patterson
Everyone has a goal weight in mind. Sometimes when we’re dieting we get so caught up on the desired end result that each day we forget to rejoice in the small miracles that happen on our journey. Don’t obsess over your goal weight. Set small short-term goals. The Jerusalem Diet can help shift the focus from that final number to the daily changes that occur along the way.
The Truth About Trans Fats
by Susan Patterson
When losing weight it’s important to understand how to read a food label. Many of us believe that the fat in our diets is the enemy and we work hard to cut out as much of it as possible. But fat is not always the bad guy. There are different types of fats, and some even have health benefits. Fat is as essential to our bodies as other substances, and many vitamins cannot be absorbed without it. Knowing how to spot and correct the bad fats in our diet is important to weight loss success.
Three Ways to Flatter Abs By Strengthening Your Core
by Susan Patterson
While there is no way to spot reduce fat through exercising or diet alone, one of the best ways to ensure a flatter stomach is by strengthening your core. In recent years, several forms of exercise have become popular that address this group of muscles, which are located in the abdomen, lower back and pelvis. They’ve been endorsed by Hollywood celebrities and models, who tout the longer, leaner look they’ve achieved through these low-impact exercises that are popular for their flowing, graceful movements and ease of practice. Many can be practiced at home, though some may require special equipment. Pilates, yoga, and use of an exercise ball are the most popular examples of these core exercises.
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.
