Weight Loss
Weight loss is never easy, but if you’re really struggling to shed the excess kilos, especially around your middle – it could be Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
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Weight loss is a simple equation. Losing weight requires you to burn more kilojoules that you take in. Over a period of time, if your energy intake is less than your output, you will lose weight. Dieting alone can allow you to achieve weight loss – but it can be a pretty hard path to stick to, and even harder to maintain.
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Embracing moderation can be difficult, especially when you consider just how indulgent chocolate can be. At least one study has revealed that 50% of women prefer chocolate to sex. Another study in Britain last year (2007) suggested that eating dark chocolate was more rewarding than passionate kissing.
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They are staging their counter-attack in the fatosphere with a battle cry that big really is beautiful. Bloggers with names like FatChicksRule and Fatgrrl are using their wits and wiles to call for greater acceptance of fat in society. It’s innovative but it’s also an uphill battle.
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Identifying the triggers and patterns of emotional eating is the first step to curbing eating habits and breaking the patterns. When emotional eating strikes, try to focus on one of the following exercises:
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Snacking used to be a dirty word but, as life gets increasingly hectic, a nibble between meals can get you through the day – as long as you choose wisely.
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The story on belly fat just got worse. Already linked to a host of medical conditions like Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers, it has now been associated with an increased risk of dementia in old age.
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Follow these top tips from Fernwood Women’s Health Club to combat excess weight gain, keep you feeling healthy and looking great all year round:
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How many times have you skipped a meal because you’re dieting, time-poor or stressed, only to graze mindlessly or overeat later? It’s a common trap and can result in all sorts of problems, including weight gain.
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“Over the last 20 years, women have been bombarded and misled with the many diet products and plans on the market that have promised quick fixes to weight loss. The one thing that has not changed during that time is the one truth in the health and fitness industry - that the only safe way to lose weight and keep it off is to combine a healthy eating plan with regular exercise, “ Diana says.
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