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Fibrous, Filling and Fat Burning: Eating Carbs and Still Losing WeightThis time of year many are thinking of losing weight, changing diets, and looking for different foods to eat. Many dieters will shy away from carbs because carbs are seen as being the culprit in weight going up instead of down. But, doing away with carbs or eating the wrong ones can mean you may be robbing yourself of important nutrients.

 

Foods containing fiber.

Fiber Is The WordDoes your diet contain complex carbs, lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber? Fish, lean meats such as beef or pork, dairy products, and fruits and vegetables include these needed nutrients. The body needs certain nutrients to help it remain healthy, lose weight, maintain weight, and live longer. Instead of counting and keeping track of calories, it might be easier to keep track of fiber. In doing so, you may begin automatically to look for foods such as whole grains, vegetables, and fruit which are usually lower in calories than other foods.

 

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Losing Weight Without Being Able to ExerciseI was asked by a close family friend, how I lost weight. After a lot of thought about how to word everything, without hurting feelings I did my best to truthfully answer.

 

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Recipes for Someone With Heart Disease?My husband recently got released from the hospital because of his heart and this is the second time this year. I really need to cook healthier for him, actually all of us could benefit from a healthier diet. He is progressing faster with his heart disease than any of us realized, including his doctor.

 

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How I Lost 125 Pounds on a BudgetI'd always been a bit overweight growing up. I just thought that was the norm since most of my family members always carried extra weight. "We're a big-boned family," we'd joke. But our appetites were huge, especially coming from cultural backgrounds where food was the primary offering in times of celebration... or any occasion.

 

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Tips for Losing 50 (or more) Pounds?Weight loss is the number one goal of many people. Healthy eating and exercise are recommended for all, unless there are medical concerns. Not every tip works for every person so be sure to find the best tips for your lifestyle. This page contains tips for losing 50 (or more) pounds.

 

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Using Agar Agar for Weight Loss?This vegetarian substitution for gelatin is recommended for some as a healthy addition to a weight loss regimen. This is a page about using agar agar for weight loss.

 

A bowl of healthy salad.

Tips for Eating LessPortion size is important to keep track of if you are attempting to lose weight. If overeating is causing you to gain weight here are some tips for eating less.

 

An illustration of Acai Berry Diet Supplements.

Acai Berry Diet SupplementsAcari berries are loaded with antioxidants and can help with weight loss as well. This is a page about acai berry diet supplements.

 

A frustrated dieter.

Not Losing Weight While DietingDieting can be frustrating when the hard work and sacrifice doesn't result in weight loss. Look here for tips to keep you on the losing track.

 

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Quick Weight Loss TipsThis is a page about quick weight loss tips. Many people look for quick ways to lose weight.

 

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Pineapple Diet AdviceThis is a page about pineapple diet advice. Finding the best way to lose weight is always a challenge.

 

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Bariatric Surgery for Weight Loss?I haven't been here for many months. I am having bariatric surgery. If anyone out there that can share success or advice I would appreciate it. Money saving ideas also.

 

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Remember WW Points EatenI'm a member of Weight Watcher's where we track our daily points consumed for the day. Sometimes with the best of intentions we'll eat something and it won't be a convenient time to write it down and then we'll forget and our daily point consumption won't be accurate.

 

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Losing 5 Pounds in a Week?This is a page about losing 5 pounds in a week. When dieting many people set a goal of a certain number of pounds they would like to lose each week.

 

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Woman Burning Calories

Tips for Burning Extra CaloriesThis is a page about tips for burning extra calories. You don't necessarily have to join a gym or establish a rigorous exercise routine to burn extra calories. There are many easy ways to burn off calories with simple activities each day.

 

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Diet Meal Ideas?I am taking Slim Fast at dinner, no breakfast just a cup of tea, and a proper meal at tea time. I don't know what to make. Could anybody help me?

 

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Dieting Tips and TricksEvery year thousands of people start a diet to lose weight, but many times they fail or lose the weight only to gain it back. This is a page about dieting tips and tricks.

 

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Using Supplements for Weight LossThis is a page about using supplements for weight loss. There are many weight loss supplements on the market offering extraordinary results.

 

Reducing Sugar Consumption

Reducing Sugar ConsumptionThis is a page about reducing sugar consumption. Health care professionals have told us that too much sugar is hazardous to our health.

 

Fruits and Vegetables in Heart Shape

Eating For a Healthy HeartThis is a page about eating for a healthy heart. There is a lot of information that points to the heart benefits of eating a healthy diet.

 

Inexpensive Ways to Lose Weight, Scale being cinched in by a tape measure.

Inexpensive Ways to Lose WeightThis is a page about inexpensive ways to lose weight. We have all seen the numerous TV ads for various pills, drinks, and diet programs promising to help you lose weight.

 

Losing Weight After Having a Baby, Woman in Red Coat Walking Her Baby Stroller in the Park

Losing Weight After Having a Baby?This is a page about losing weight after having a baby. Gaining weight during pregnancy is normal and healthy. However, many women struggle with losing those few extra pounds after having their baby.

 

Losing Weight

Losing WeightThis is a page to losing weight. Many people would list "Losing a few pounds" as one of their top priorities. However, most of us struggle to get down to our ideal weight.

 

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Can You Eat Sardines as Part of a Diabetic Diet?Are sardines used in a diabetic diet?

 

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Weight Watchers Food Diary Sheets?Does anyone have a copy of the Weight Watcher food diaries from the 70s and 80s? I would love one.

 

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Weight Loss Surgery?I'm considering weight loss surgery by means of the lap band. I've read lots on the internet, pros and cons. I would really appreciate advice from anyone who has undergone this procedure.

 

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Comparing Weight Loss Programs?I am looking for feedback from anyone who has used the Professional Weight Management program. How does this program work? Also, I am interested in info from anyone who has used Jenny Craig vs. Nutrisystem. Please help. I've got to lose this weight.

 

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How Do I Reduce Weight Around the Waist?How do I reduce weight around the waist?

 

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Weight Watchers "Check Box" Forms?I'm looking for the Weight Watchers "check box forms" used in the mid-80's. I can recreate them if I have a used one to view. It's the only WW that worked for me, because it made the diet a no-brainer. Many thanks!

 

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Converting Weight Watchers Points to Exchanges?Does some type of conversion chart exist for the Weight Watchers Points? I prefer the exchange plan and Weight Watchers products in the store always print the points information on the box instead. So I end up searching for other products that still use the exchange system.

 

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Losing Weight Without Exercise?How I can lose weight without exercise?

 

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Original Weight Watchers Food Journal?I would like a copy of the original weight watchers food journal. The one where you color in the dots as you eat. Thank you.

 

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Weight Loss Advice for a Teen ?I'm 16 years old and around 250 pounds. I've recently realized not only the state my health is in but the state my life is in. I have very few friends and I'm very shy. I have a hard time making new friends, but not because I don't want to. I'm too embarrassed of what people will think of me.

 

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Sticking to a Weight Loss Program?I am trying to change my life habits of eating and exercise. I do really well for 2 weeks then fall off the wagon. I blow it totally. Any suggestions on how to control my will power and stay focused on exercise?

 

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Diet Plan After Gallbladder Surgery?I am about to have gallbladder surgery. I wanted to ask others who have had it done, what type foods or daily food plan they had to eat and stay on as to not hurt afterwards or promote diarrhea?

 

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Losing 20 lbs. in Two Months?My friends asked me to join them on a trip to Egypt in 2 months. My problem is that I need to lose 20 pounds by then. I should start a diet, but which one? I googled some diets but I didn't find one that I really like. Which one do you follow?

 

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Coconut Oil Diet?Does anyone have the 'coconut oil diet'? I'd love to get a copy of it, please. Thank you.

 

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Losing a Couple of Pounds?Does anyone know of any fast working diets meant for people who want to lose only a couple of pounds?

 

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Losing Inches from Your Waist?I would like to know of a quick way to lose inches from your waist.

 

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Dieting for People Over 40?Almost every magazine, newspaper, internet site, etc. has advice about dieting. Does anybody in their late 40's early 50's have any favorable reviews on any that are out there or have tried anything on their own that works?

 

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Edey's Fat Free Diet?I have been eating the Edey's Fat Free ice pops. They are made of real fruit and have some vitamins in them. Is it okay if I only eat these on a diet?

 

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Can I Drink Milk on A Liquid Diet?I've been on an all liquid diet, I exercise plenty, take vitamins, and eat whatever I want on weekends (REAL food). So far its been working well. Though my parents tell me its not very healthy. They want me to actually eat and drink plenty of milk for calcium. Is there a way I can do this that will work with my diet and still keep my parents happy?

 

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Will Wheat Germ Help You Lose Weight?I am wanting to know if wheat germ will cause you to lose weight? I thought I overheard an uncle saying he put it on everything and he was so much thinner than the last time I had seen him.

 

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Need Advice on Creating a Special Diet?My husband is suffering from a bad case of gout. The gout has gotten really bad (in his ankle) and he is trying to combat it with his diet instead of taking the meds his doctor prescribed because of the health risks involved with the meds. He has just recently been told that his cholesterol level is super high and now he's on a special diet for that. He also suffers from diverticulitis. With the gout, diverticultis and high blood pressure, we can't seem to find any foods that that are okay to eat for all 3 conditions. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions?

 

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Looking for Fast Diet Pill?Which diet pill works fastest and best? My sister is getting married in 2 months and she's working out and eating good but wants rapid results?

 

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Review of Kevin Trudeau's Coconut Diet?Has any one tried out the coconut diet advertised by Kevin Trudeau? If so any advise or results?

 

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Healthy Ways to Cut Calories?Healthy Ways to Cut Calories. I am looking for some healthy ways to cut calories for my daughter and myself. My husband however, has no way weight problems, due to a very active job. So he probably needs the calories.

 

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Stewardess Diet?About ten years ago I had information about a Stewardess or Pilot Diet but I can't find it. Also, there was a book that was called the two day diet, can't find it either. Any help would be appreciated.

 

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Diet Cookbooks and ProgramsI have been a dieter only for the past 2 years but was astounded by the cost of "losing weight". I had to pay a fee each week for someone to show me how to lose weight...

 

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Helping My Husband Lose Weight?I would like some advice on how to get my husband to lose some weight without hurting his feelings or making him feel unloved or ugly.

 

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Hoodia Diet Supplement?I was wanting to know if anyone has ever tried the new diet supplement called Hoodia? If so please let me know about it, as I was interested in it myself.

 

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Diet Pill Advice?I was wanting to know if anyone out there knows of any good diet pills on the market. I would like to try some to help me shed a few extra pounds.

 

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