Diet and Weight Loss Programs

Boise Chemist Creates Weight-Loss Lip Balm
By Jennifer Gelband, 5-30-06
A Boise-based chemist is making a big promise. Really big. Glenn Mouser is the vice-president of research and development at Omega Tech Labs, and he’s created a new lip balm that claims to help you lose weight.
The lip treatment is called Promise. It is a blend of […]

Fat Labelling
What do the labels we read mean by low fat? Here’s a list of some of the most common label claims and what they really mean. Taken from http://about.com

Fat Free - Less than 0.5g of fat per serving
XX% Fat Free - Must also meet the low fat claim (below)
Low Fat - […]

Broccolini Saute (With Yellow Squash
1 pound broccolini
1 yellow squash, cut into strips
Butter flavored pam
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tsp Mediterranean salad seasoning
In partially covered microwave dish in microwave, cook broccolini in 1 tbs water 5 min. or until tender. In skillet, cook squash in Pam 4 min. Add broccolini, garlic, and seasoning, cook 2 min. or […]

May 24, 2006 11:52 pm US/Eastern
Diabetes Drug Working Weight Loss Wonders
Problem Is Byetta Wasn’t Designed For Non-Diabetics
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Dr. David Marks, M.D.
Reporting
(CBS) NEW YORK Some doctors are now helping their patients lose weight, with a diabetes drug. But it’s not without some controversy.
Mary Worzalla lost 18 pounds.
“I’ll sit down to eat something and once I start, I […]

So babyboy and I were watching TV and a Dexatrim commercial came on. Babyboy wants to know if he can take Dexatrim to lose weight.
Strange. I was having nearly the exact same thought when he said it - only the thought pertained to me, not him.
And it goes to blow ya just what kind of […]

Kraft sued over benzene in soft drinks
By Chris Mercer
23/05/2006
Beverage Daily Article
Kraft Foods will face lawsuits in three US states over
allegations that one of its drinks contained
cancer-causing benzene above the legal limit for tap
water, BeverageDaily.com has learned, as pressure
mounts on drinks makers.
Lawyers have filed class action lawsuits against Kraft
Foods in Massachusetts, Florida and reportedly
California.
The actions come […]

‘Gut bugs’ studied as a cause of obesity
By Bijal P. Trivedi, Globe Correspondent | May 22, 2006
Here’s an alternative explanation for the obesity epidemic: Blame it on bacteria.
A small group of scientists say their research in mice suggests that a large part of the difference between fat people and thin people may come […]

I saw a recipe today that called for fat free half and half. I did a double take on that: I’ve never heard of it nor have I noticed it in the store. But yes, there it is right on land o lakes website.

Isn’t the term fat free half and half kind of an oxymoron? […]

PITA (Pocket Bread)
Makes 6 pocket breads
3 ½ to 3 ¾ cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 package active dry yeast
¼ teaspoon sugar
1 1/3 cups water
1 tablespoon salad oil
cornmeal
favorite filling
1. In large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, salt, yeast and sugar. In 1-quart saucepan over medium heat, heat water and salad oil until very warm.
2. […]

I watched Honey We’re Killing the Kids for the first time tonite. On the learning channel.
2 kids, a boy 9, a girl 11.
The boy could be babyboys twin. I found myself laughing: not at the kid because obviously he was miserable but because Babyboy acts the exact same way. Oh the horror! He even stated […]

Potato Chips
Don’t look at me in that tone of voice! I said potato chips! Use whatever spice combination that makes you warm and fuzzy.
Try Old Bay, or chili powder with fresh lime, salt, pepper and garlic or
freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt. Get creative and use your imagination.
(I do this with popcorn as well. […]

Spicy Chicken Skewers
This sounds good even if you’re not dieting.
1lb boneless skinless chicken fillets or breasts
Marinade:
2 tbsp cider vinegar
2 tbsp dry sherry
2 tsps liquid honey
2 tbsps low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsps minced gingerroot
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp ground coriander
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Cut chicken into very thin 1/2 inch wide strips […]

Diet planning, for us includes the following things. Most of the reasons are purely selfish, I admit it.
Prepare the household. All three of us. I continue to tell babyboy on a daily basis that once school is out, we will begin dieting. I’m doing it this way because I will have more control (evil maniacal […]

Did I expect any less? -25 to -16: Overhaul required.
The diet detective: Weight loss quiz
Posted on Tue, May. 16, 2006
By Charles Stuart Platkin
Losing weight is more about how you behave and your lifestyle than anything else.
In Part 2 of the Ultimate Weight Loss Quiz, find out whether
how you live will help or hurt your efforts […]

Warm Tropical Fruit Topping
This would be good on pancakes, french toast, etc. Yumm!
1 (8 oz.) can pineapple chunks, in juice
2 (6 oz.) cans (frozen-defrosted) pine-orange banana juice
1 T. cornstarch
1 firm, medium banana-peeled and sliced
1 orange, peeled and sliced
1 C. seedless grapes
Drain juice from pineapple into small saucepan. Stir in pine-orange
banana juice and cornstarch, blend until […]

First I’ve heard of this. I am aware that recess does get cut, but I always thought it was due to FCAT. PE is non-existant: the kids are lucky to get PE every 7 - 10 days.
The kids *need* recess. It’s like an adult not getting a break all day. Our school system is messed […]

If you’re in the market for exercise equipment for at home, and you don’t have alot of money to spend, you might want to see if there is a Freecycle group in your area. I am a member of a couple of groups in my area, and I’ve seen some nice stuff on the list. […]

I require alot of food. More than most men. It’s not because I’m , or , or PMS’d, or whatever - although all of these things can contribute.
The bottom line is: I’m just freakin hungry! I’m all the time. Even when I’m on my deathbed sick, I have an . As a kid, my […]

Tagine of Chicken and Chickpeas
I would not use chicken thighs for this. I would use all chicken breast: I hate
the dark meat of chicken. I would eliminate the olive oil as well, and make it truly
low fat. Sounds good. I love paprika.
1 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground tumeric
¼ teaspoon freshly ground […]

I’ve always loved salads. Even as a kid, getting me to eat salad was never a problem. Put any kind of vegetable (or meat for that matter), on that sucker!
Problem was: I would just dump salad dressing on my salad. Miracle whip? Grab a spoon and the jar and use up half the jar.
Anything went. […]

Oh, your mind is in the gutter isn’t it?? Shame shame shame! LOL.
Anyway. I want to mention blowing it.
I think that most dieters fail because they get to a point and they wind up blowing it. Then it’s beat myself up time, shoot me, failure, depression and the dieter falls off the wagon. Instead of […]

What You’re Thirsting For: The Revitalizing Properties of Water
It’s 3 o’clock in the afternoon, and you’re looking for something to haul you
out of the energy slump. The top choices are often sugar- or fat-laden snacks
from a vending machine or beverages loaded with caffeine.
Sweet snacks can actually create surges and dips in blood sugar, which can […]

Grilled Basil Shrimp
If I were to prepare this, I would not use 4 tablespoons of olive oil. 4 tablespoons of oil - any oil - is 100 calories per tablespoon and 100 calories of pure fat. Instead, I would use more lemon juice and spray the shrimp with olive oil Pam if needed.
4 tablespoons olive […]

I’ve never joined a gym; workout is from home.
When I do exercise, I follow a body building routine (joyce vedral - 12 minute workout) that my dead grandma could follow better than I can. (I use it because you can see results in 3 weeks-instant gratification, kinda) I do one set: rest for 5 minutes. […]

Not that I was ever worried about it:
ROME, Italy (AP) — European food safety experts have good news for dieters with a sweet tooth, announcing Friday that the popular sugar substitute aspartame does not raise the risk of cancer.
An Italian study last year wrongly concluded that the sweetener led to higher rates of lymphoma and […]

I’m going to make Baby Boy read this:
Eleven a key age for obese children
LONDON, England (Reuters) — Children who are overweight or obese by the age of 11 are likely to carry their excess weight into adulthood and to suffer from related health problems, researchers said on Friday.
A study by scientists at University College London […]

I find that I am aware of my weight. What happens to me, is after I’ve lost some weight, even getting to my “fighting weight” - I still feel like I look fat - and I feel fat as well.
Study: Obesity not in eye of beholder
Monday, April 10, 2006; Posted: 10:44 a.m. EDT (14:44 GMT)
CHARLOTTE, […]

It seems that schools are going to watch calories. It’s about time. I can’t believe they leave the choice up to the kid: they’ll make the bad choice every time.
Companies pulling sodas out of schools
Companies agree only to sell water, juice, milk and diet soda
Wednesday, May 3, 2006; Posted: 2:26 p.m. EDT (18:26 GMT)
NEW YORK […]

Creamy Corn And Zucchini Soup
6 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 cups diced zucchini
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 cups fresh corn kernels (about 12 ears)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup fat-free yogurt
hot sauce (optional)
Bring broth to a simmer in a large saucepan.
Add zucchini and onion; cover and simmer 2 minutes.
Place 1/3 of corn mixture in a blender; process […]

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 green onion with top, sliced
1 medium clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves I left out
1/4 teaspoon […]