Diet and Weight Loss Programs

Dieting for the Rest of Us

Diet Articles

Processed Foods and Skin

There's been a lot of talk lately about the problems associated with processed food. We're now being told that eating unprocessed and even raw foods can help us be healthier, happier, and live longer, but can unprocessed foods make us look better' While there are many recommended steps to take if you want to look younger, the most important is … [Read more...] about Processed Foods and Skin

What is the Glycemic Index

What is the Glycemic Index? Over the last 30 years, research into food and blood glucose response has completely changed our carbohydrate classification system. It has been learned that it is impossible to predict the impact on blood glucose levels by certain foods, instead people are fed carbohydrate foods and the response measured. This … [Read more...] about What is the Glycemic Index

Homemade Fruit Sorbet

Homemade Fruit Sorbet You can make this sorbet with any of your favorite fruits. Sliced strawberries, peaches, kiwi, bananas and mangos work well but really you can use just about any fruit of your choice. Ingredients: 4 cups fresh fruit 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1 pinch salt sugar to taste [optional] Instructions: Spread sliced fruit in one … [Read more...] about Homemade Fruit Sorbet

Get Rid of Cellulite

Get Rid of Cellulite Tips for Getting Rid of Cellulite While not dangerous, cellulite is an annoying and unsightly problem for many women. Cellulite is bumpy skin usually found on the butt and thighs. While there are many theories on what causes it, it?s usually considered to be fat cells bulging out through tight, inflexible connective … [Read more...] about Get Rid of Cellulite

Sugar Bad News for Your Health

Sugar Bad News for Your Health Sugar Bad News for Your Health Sugar ? Bad News for Your Health Sugar, who doesn?t like the taste of it? Many foods nowadays are loaded with sugar, sometimes you can?t even taste the sugar but it?s still in there. As delicious as sugar-laden foods may taste, the truth is sugar is bad news for your body. Sugar … [Read more...] about Sugar Bad News for Your Health

Weight loss and sleep

Weight loss and sleep Have you been struggling to lose weight? Have you tried diet, exercise, and even weight loss pills, but nothing seems to be doing the trick? The trouble may not be with the things you’re doing while you’re awake, but rather the simple fact that you are awake. Studies have shown that getting more sleep and better … [Read more...] about Weight loss and sleep

Portion Control Made Easy

Portion Control Made Easy When it comes to losing weight your ultimate success will often depend on portion control. You’re better off eating moderate portions of all different types of foods including a few treats here and there than piling your plate up with apparently healthy options. Many of us don’t even know what an adequate … [Read more...] about Portion Control Made Easy